Castles & Estates
The latest Castle & Estate breaking news, comments and features from Country Life
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A private island in Scotland for sale with 660 acres, ancient ruins and its very own ferry
The island of Inchmarnock is an incredibly rare opportunity to own a beautiful island in the Firth of Clyde with hundreds of years of history and a staggeringly beautiful location.
By Toby Keel Published
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A sprawling estate that includes not one but two magnificent country houses
It's not often that great country houses come to the open market in Cheshire — but two have arrived at once in the form of Cogshall Hall and Cogshall Grange.
By Penny Churchill Published
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A vast Scottish estate for sale that includes five of the Munros, at the cost of a central London flat
Pait and West Monar is a Scottish estate of enormous proportions that's full of all sorts of potential.
By Toby Keel Published
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An estate with glorious views and a library tower on the shores of Loch Ness
This spectacularly-located estate on the banks of Loch Ness offers grand accommodation, miles of land and a castellated tower with a 360-degree viewing and entertaining space. Toby Keel reports.
By Toby Keel Published
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Dinmore Manor, one of Britain's most beautiful residential estates, come to the market for the first time in a generation
Dinmore Manor is a 12th-century property that has evolved over hundreds of years to become one of Britain's most spectacular and beautiful estates. Penny Churchill tells its remarkable story.
By Penny Churchill Published
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Sometimes, bigger really is better: Five of the most incredible properties for sale in Britain today
For those with deep pockets, the country property market has some extraordinary treasures for sale today. Here are five options across Britain which have caught our eyes of late.
By Toby Keel Published
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One of the most incredible privately-owned homes in Britain has come to the market
The magnificent Athelhampton House in Dorset is a manor with spectacular Tudor interiors, 19th-century formal gardens and a fascinating history.
By Penny Churchill Published
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Seven spectacular houses for sale in Wales, from majestic mansions to ruined farmhouses set in their own valley
In honour of St David's Day on March 1, we've collected some of the most beautiful houses for sale right now across the Principality of Wales.
By Toby Keel Published
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An exquisite neo-Classical country house executed in perfect symmetry
The enduring English love affair with the Palladian tradition is encapsulated at glorious Henbury Hall in Cheshire, inspired by Villa Capra at Vicenza.
By Penny Churchill Published
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An estate full of mountains, lakes and rivers where Robert the Bruce once fled his enemies
The Glenlochay estate in Perthshire contains thousands of acres of unspoilt Highland countryside, a handsome farmhouse and three of the most idyllic, remote cottages imaginable.
By Toby Keel Published
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A delightful 'medieval' castle for sale that was built by one of the 20th century's finest architects
You'd think it was hundreds of years old, but Castell Gyrn is actually a creation of the late 20th century – and it offers the charm of castle living without the headaches of living in an ancient building.
By Toby Keel Published
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A romantic 19th century castle on the Isle of Man in a perfect spot overlooking Douglas Bay
Harold Tower is an outstanding Gothic-style castle, circa 1830, occupying a commanding position on Douglas Head overlooking the bay.
By Agnes Stamp Published
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An astonishing 1,000 year-old château for sale, with gardens laid out by the man who created Versailles
A €15 million château has come on to the market that is one of the finest privately-owned properties in France. Holly Kirkwood takes a look.
By Country Life Published
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A Scottish castle for sale that comes with amazing history, a pub and Europe's largest treehouse
Ackergill Tower is a fascinating place in a beautiful spot, where 15th century architecture and 21st century entertaining meet a history that includes and Scotland's own answer to Helen of Troy. Phoebe Bath explains.
By Country Life Published
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A 20-bedroom castle for sale at just £500,000 – but with a huge amount of work to do
Ribbesford House is a 16th century castle in Worcestershire up for auction with a guide price of just £500,000 – but there's a huge amount of work to do.
By Toby Keel Published
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A fantasy castle for sale near the Peak District complete with moat, dungeon and suits of armour
Caverswall Castle's history stretches back almost 750 years – it's now looking for a new owner to pick up the mantle.
By Toby Keel Published
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The 'Welsh Downton Abbey' is about to be auctioned off for a song
A castle that holds within it hundreds of years of Welsh history is set to be sold off in what will be one of the most unusual sales of the year.
By Toby Keel Published
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A breathtaking 500-acre estate in Scotland up for sale with two cottages, fishing rights and stables
This beautiful stretch of Scotland has just come to the market, but with sales of such properties buoyant you might have to act quickly.
By Country Life Published
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An amazing castle built by Robert the Bruce’s descendants, and just down the road from St Andrews
This lovely castle is a dream find for lovers of history, or golf: it's just a few miles from St Andrews, was built by the descendants of Robert the Bruce, and once hosted Mary Queen of Scots.
By Toby Keel Published
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A 'baby Balmoral' comes to the market in Scotland
Hensol is an impeccable estate by the River Dee which immediately put us in mind of the Queen's favourite Scottish residence.
By Toby Keel Published
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A 'faded glory that time forgot' with vast potential on the banks of the Thames
Within easy reach of London, Oxford and Reading lies an impossibly romantic house and estate, Coombe Park – a faded beauty in need of a saviour.
By Penny Churchill Published


