Careston Castle: The Crown Jewel of One of Scotland’s Finest Estates
Surrounded by magnificent gardens and approached via a mature tree-lined drive, the Scottish castle makes quite an impression with its castellated turrets, pillared loggia, and ivy-clad, red sandstone facade.
The property dates back to the 13th century with the handsome Category A Listed mansion house built in the late 16th century, with several additions in later centuries, including some of the finest stonework in Scotland, seen in its magnificent fireplaces and said to be inspired by the French designer Jacques du Cerceau.
With its impressive array of principal rooms and fine detail, it's little wonder that by 1682, Careston was described as being “without debait the best gentleman’s house in the shyre”.
Despite its grand appearance and striking period detail, Careston Castle is first and foremost a cherished family home. There are 4 reception rooms, 6 bedrooms, and 5 bathrooms across the 15,700 square foot residence, and plenty of available space on the ground floor and third floor for additional accommodation.
The property is nestled in the heart of a 345 acre estate near the east coast of Scotland, and comes with 3 cottages.
On the market for the first time in over a century, Careston’s entire estate spans 1,528 acres and is being sold off in 8 individual lots—although, if you have a hankering to keep the impressive residential and farming estate intact, you can, for £11.3M.
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