Author Archives: Castles of the Realm
Spanish castle under siege after restoration shortlisted for award | World news | The Guardian
The controversial restoration of an ancient Spanish castle, which was viewed as a monumental “cock-up” by some and hailed by others as a stunning and sympathetic labour of conservation, has been shortlisted for a global architecture prize. Matrera castle, a 1,000-year-old hilltop fortress in the Cádiz province of southern Spain, has found itself at the … Continue reading
Plans collapse for luxury hotel in fairytale Highland castle
A fairytale Highland castle is back on the market after plans to create the “most desirable luxury hotel in Scotland” collapsed. A wealthy developer last year pledged to invest millions to create a five-star hotel and Michelin-starred restaurant in Carbisdale Castle near Bonar Bridge. However, last night the building’s owners the Scottish Youth Hostel Association … Continue reading
Whoever Actually Believes Donald Trump Bought the Breakers Doesn’t Know How April Fools Works |
So last night, thenewportbuzz.com posted that Donald Trump bought The Breakers Mansion for 55 million dollars and is gonna turn it into a hotel/casino. If you actually believe this then you should probably turn in your high school diploma and just start all over. Do you really think people would allow Newport’s most historic … Continue reading
Château de Cheverny | Atlas Obscura
A grand private estate in France’s historic Loire valley served as the inspiration for Captain Haddock’s stately home in the Tintin comics. The Château de Cheverny cuts an impressive figure against its impeccably landscaped grounds, which are located about nine miles south of the city of Blois, France. Built between the years of 1604 and 1634, and changed … Continue reading
Scotland’s most expensive homes: Elegant beauty all the rage in Argyll and Bute – Daily Record
THERE are stunning properties all across Scotland , but the small town of Cardross in Argyll and Bute has its fair share of stunning homes. Placed between Dumbarton and Helensburgh, Cardross is a popular village for those living in the area, with stunning walks, and a world class golf course only a stones throw away. … Continue reading
Kryal Castle in Ballarat for sale again
The iconic Kryal Castle in Ballarat looks set to change hands again. The owners have put it up for sale five years after buying it and putting significant resources into renovations. Real estate agents Colliers International said in a statement the owners consortium Castle Tourism and Entertainment decided it was the right time to sell. … Continue reading
Richard Branson’s former mansion with underground pool sells for £55m – at a £37.5m profit – Mirror Online
A London mansion with an underground pool and squash court has been sold for almost £55 million – making it the biggest deal of the year. The Grade II listed stucco-fronted property used to belong to Sir Richard Branson and is near the Beckhams’ home in upmarket Holland Park. Branson sold it for around £17.5 … Continue reading
Donald Trump Buys The Breakers Mansion In Newport, RI For $112-Million – Newport Buzz
Republican Presidential Front-Runner To Turn Newport Landmark Into Summer White House Styled Hotel/Casino. In a deal announced late Thursday night that has national political pundits theorizing that this is just a blatant attempt to secure Rhode Island’s coveted four Electoral Votes, Republican presidential front-runner Donald J. Trump has reached a deal with the Newport Preservation Society to … Continue reading
Scottish castle Cassillis House is put on the market for almost $5 MILLION less than cost of buying and renovating it | Daily Mail Online
Published: 20:04 EST, 31 March 2016 | Updated: 21:01 EST, 31 March 2016 An Australian entrepreneur has been forced to slash the asking price of her Scottish castle for £2.6 million (A$4.8m) less than it cost her to buy and refurbish. Kate Armstrong, the founder of price comparison website Confused.com, bought Cassillis House in 2009 for … Continue reading
Fortified 10th-century castle in Italy complete with a church could be yours | Daily Mail Online
Yours for £5.7million: Spectacular 10th century Italian castle (comes with village) The 18,000-square-foot Castle di Sismano was put up for sale this week and comes with part of the nearby villageCastle has its own 22-room bed and breakfast, and there are 17 other farmhouses and seven villas included in dealThe impressive 2,100-acre estate is situated in … Continue reading