Historical Hideaways
Ever fancied staying in an ancient castle, 700 year old tower or 14th Century hall? We’re fairly sure you might after seeing a selection of our featured historical hideaways! Find more info, links and property refs on the picture captions.
Watermouth Castle – Bassett Apartment, Nr Ilfracombe. Ref. FHL. Watermouth Castle offers a rare combination of opportunities – for not only do visitors have the chance to live in a castle, but they also enjoy unlimited, free entry to one of the West Country’s premier tourist attractions during their stay. http://bit.ly/19ZyDhD.
The Water Tower, Cheddleton, nr. Leek. Ref. RFFJ. Set in 137 acres of private park and woodland, this stunning Grade II listed Victorian water tower is the tallest building on the Staffordshire Moorlands. http://bit.ly/1bQ0ZIM.
Lendal Tower, York. Step into a piece of medieval history. With panoramic views over the beautiful city of York and the River Ouse, this spectacular 700-year old Ancient Scheduled Monument offers a truly unique holiday experience. http://bit.ly/1f8XOgZ.
The Water Tower, Bearsted. Ref. 13684. Sympathetically converted to provide quality holiday accommodation with unique circular rooms, this spacious former water tower once served the supply for the village. http://bit.ly/1evxVEO.
Symbister Suite, Delgatie Castle, Turriff. Ref. B4267. Delgatie Castle sits peacefully amid fields and forests, on a large country estate. It has a long and chequered history, dating back from 1050 and was once home to the late Captain Hay – a feudal baron. http://bit.ly/1cqQjCj.
The Water Castle, Newton, nr. Corbridge. Ref. MTT This unusual, detached holiday accommodation with a peaceful contemporary feel is a restored former water tower set in a rural location, close to the charming village of Corbridge. http://bit.ly/1cqPZDo.
Irton Hall – Pele Tower, Irton, Eskdale. Ref. 25366. Irton Hall is a stunning holiday location with impressive history, set in the foothills of the Western fells of the Lake District between Wasdale and Eskdale. http://bit.ly/MbjDCk.
The Water Tower, Ashurst Wood, East Grinstead. Ref. PFFR. For couples wanting a holiday out of the ordinary, this wonderful, fully refurbished, detached water tower stands elegantly in a rural location within an AONB. http://bit.ly/1hJJiMW.
Hen Wrych Hall Tower, Abergele, Conwy. Ref. OPW. The romantic retreat of Hen Wrych Tower features a heavily carved king-size four-poster bed, Victorian-style bathroom and an open working fireplace. http://bit.ly/1aFypNt.
