I've wanted to live (or at least spend some time) in a castle for a long time. I've been searching the internet to find any small-ish castles that can be rented out.I guess it's reasonable that I've only found big ones, but I was wondering if anyone out there has any advice on finding a nice small castle to rent for a while over the summer.
Thanks
Posted by
Charlotte, NC, USA
3428 posts
I'd check with the National Trust in the United Kingdom. I know they have some properties that are "self catering"- meaning you do the housekeeping and cooking. Some are cottages, some "stately homes" and I believe a few might be castles.
Posted by
Paradise
6664 posts
Try this.
Posted by
San Francisco, California, USA
446 posts
Not a bad rate (150 EUR a night) for a castle room with view, including breakfast!
My impression is, however, that you want to rent an entire castle -- not just a room in a castle? For that, I think you are probably looking at 1,500 EUR a night.
Posted by
Yorkshire
1253 posts
Landmark Trust in Uk might have something.
You wouldn't have the place to yourself..but could get a 2 bed room at Carrbisdale Castle
Posted by
Yorkshire
1253 posts
Posted by
Montreal, Quebec, Canada
8293 posts
A relative of mine rented a lighthouse on Lundy Island a number of years ago through Landmark Trust. I like to think a small castle might also be on their list.
Posted by
Danville, VT
12040 posts
Not exactly what you were looking for, probably, but you can rent an outdoor area of Burg Nanstein in Landstuhl for parties. The castle is a partial ruin, however, so you can't sleep here (unless you pass out...)
Posted by
Lake Forest, CA, USA
1633 posts
Once you secure your stay at a castle, can I come visit you? :)