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Bellingham Castle

Castlebellingham, County Louth, Ireland

An elegant 17th-century Irish castle located in Castlebellingham, County Louth, Ireland. Built around 1690 by Sir Henry Bellingham, it served as an ancestral home until the 1950s.

Cambo House

Near St Andrews, Fife, Scotland

Built in 1668, Cambo House is a Georgian–Victorian coastal estate featuring 18 Victorian-style guest bedrooms, multiple reception rooms, a walled garden, and a café. Set within 1,200 acres of parkland, woodlands, and two miles of sandy beach, it is a notable example of Scottish heritage and architecture.

Carlton Towers

Carlton, North Yorkshire, England

Carlton Towers is a Grade I listed stately home in the Gothic Revival style, located in Carlton, North Yorkshire, England. Originally built in 1614, the house was extensively rebuilt between 1873 and 1875 by architect Edward Welby Pugin. Set within 250 acres of parkland, it has been the family home of Lord and Lady Gerald Fitzalan-Howard for several generations.

Dabton House

Thornhill, Dumfries & Galloway, Scotland

Dabton House, built in 1820, is a Georgian country house on the Queensberry Estate near Thornhill, Dumfries & Galloway, Scotland. The house features classical villa-style architecture with pink sandstone ashlar, set within 27 acres of woodland and a four-acre formal garden. Refurbished in the 1980s, it offers elegant bedrooms, reception rooms, and a tranquil historic environment for guests.

Dungarthill House

Perthshire, Scotland

Dungarthill House is a Victorian country house set in the Perthshire countryside, Scotland. Surrounded by rolling hills and gardens, it features 11 bedrooms, spacious reception rooms, open fireplaces, and a billiards room. The house offers a charming, historic atmosphere with extensive outdoor spaces, making it a notable example of Scottish country living.

Dunskey Estate

Portpatrick, Scotland

Dunskey Estate is a secluded coastal bolthole nestled in Scotland’s lowlands, set amidst 2,000 acres of picturesque countryside. Located outside the charming village of Portpatrick, it boasts a majestic Edwardian castle, luxury lodges, and panoramic views of the Irish Sea. Steeped in history and brimming with splendor, Dunskey offers the perfect environment for both large group getaways and small intimate gatherings.

Fenton Tower

Kingston, East Lothian, Scotland

Fenton Tower is a 16th-century fortified tower near Kingston, East Lothian, Scotland, just 20 miles from Edinburgh. Built around 1560, it was designed to provide views in every direction while offering protection from the elements. The tower has been restored to offer luxury accommodation with multiple bedrooms, elegant reception areas, and modern amenities, combining historic character with comfort in a secluded, scenic location.

Gilmerton House

North Berwick, East Lothian, Scotland

Gilmerton House is a Georgian mansion in East Lothian, Scotland, originally built in 1686. Home to the Kinloch family for thirteen generations, it features ten en-suite bedrooms, six reception rooms, and a billiards room. Set within expansive grounds with woodland trails and gardens, the estate combines historic charm with a tranquil, scenic environment.

Gordon Castle

Moray, Scotland

Gordon Castle, located in Moray, Scotland, was originally built in 1479 by George Gordon, 2nd Earl of Huntly. The estate features a six-storey medieval tower, which was incorporated into a neoclassical house in the late 18th century. The castle was used as a military hospital during the First World War and was later demolished in 1954 due to dry rot, leaving only the central tower and east wing pavilion.

House of the Northern Gate

Dunnet Head, Thurso, Caithness, Scotland

House of the Northern Gate is a baronial-style house on Dunnet Head, the northernmost point of mainland Britain, Caithness, Scotland. Built between 1894 and 1906 by Admiral Alexander Sinclair, it features nine bedrooms, eight bathrooms, and expansive views over Dunnet Bay and the Pentland Firth. Set within 1,800 acres of moorland, the estate offers a historic and scenic environment.

Knowsley Hall

Prescot, Merseyside, England

Knowsley Hall, in Prescot, Merseyside, England, has been the ancestral home of the Stanley family, Earls of Derby, since 1385. The earliest structure was built in 1495 and expanded over the centuries into a grand stately home. Surrounded by 2,500 acres of parkland, the estate includes gardens, woodlands, and historic architecture, showcasing centuries of English country house heritage.

Mapperton House

Beaminster, Dorset, England

Mapperton House is a Tudor/Jacobean manor in Beaminster, Dorset, England, originally built in 1540. The estate spans 1,900 acres and features award-winning gardens, rolling hills, and a wild swimming pool. The house offers nine bedrooms, multiple reception rooms, and historic architecture. Carefully preserved over centuries, Mapperton combines heritage charm with natural beauty, making it a notable example of an English country estate.

Markree Castle

Collooney, County Sligo, Ireland

Markree Castle, built in 1802 in Gothic Revival style, sits on a 500-acre estate in Collooney, County Sligo, Ireland. The Cooper family transformed it from a fort into a grand residence, and it once housed the world’s largest refracting telescope. Renovated in 2017, it now operates as a luxury hotel and exclusive-use venue for weddings, corporate events, civil ceremonies, and filming.

Orlagh House

Rathfarnham, Dublin, Ireland

Orlagh House, built in 1790 by Dublin snuff merchant Lundy Foot, is a Georgian mansion nestled in the Dublin Mountains. The estate spans 50 acres and offers panoramic views of Dublin City Centre and the Irish Sea. The house features 14 bedrooms, a grand ballroom, and elegant reception rooms. It is available for exclusive hire for weddings, corporate events, and private parties.

Pentrehobyn Hall

Flintshire, North Wales, near Chester

Pentrehobyn Hall is a Grade I-listed Jacobean manor dating from 1540, located in Flintshire, North Wales, near Chester. Set amid 100 acres of parkland, the estate is approached via a long tree-lined drive. Owned by direct descendants of the original owners, the Lloyd family, Pentrehobyn Hall offers a rich history and a serene environment.

Raemoir House

Banchory, Aberdeenshire, Scotland

Raemoir House is a Georgian mansion in Banchory, Aberdeenshire, Scotland. The estate features 16 en-suite bedrooms, five reception rooms with open fireplaces, and extensive grounds set within ancient woodlands. Combining historic charm with modern comfort, Raemoir House provides a serene and elegant environment, reflecting centuries of Scottish heritage and architecture.

Temple House

Ballymote, County Sligo, Ireland

Temple House is a Georgian mansion built around 1825 and expanded in 1864, situated on a 1,000-acre estate near Ballymote, County Sligo. Overlooking the ruins of a 13th-century Knights Templar castle, it has been the Perceval family’s home since 1665. The estate offers a tranquil setting for various events.

Wolterton Hall

Wickmere, near Aylsham, Norfolk, England

Wolterton Hall is an 18th-century Palladian estate in Wickmere, near Aylsham, Norfolk, England, commissioned by Horatio Walpole and completed in 1742. Designed by Thomas Ripley, it features 12 bedrooms, grand reception rooms, and state rooms with marble fireplaces and tapestries. Set within a 500-acre estate with gardens and a 10-acre lake, Wolterton Hall combines historic grandeur with scenic English countryside charm.

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