A historic countryside home has gone on the market for £2.25 million – and it comes with a rather unique addition.
While some people seek swimming pools and rolling lawns, this property comes with all of that – plus its own 15th century ruins.
Dubbed Warblington Castle, the property records date back to pre-12th century, but in the 15th century it was owned by Richard Neville, Earl of Warwick, during the War of the Roses.
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Margaret Pole, Countess of Salisbury, was given the property by Henry VIII in 1515 and she built the castle – but, after falling out of favour with the king, she lost it and it was passed to Sir Edward Cotton.
During the Civil War, the castle was mostly destroyed by parliamentary forces – leaving only the hexagonal gate tower, an archway and the dry moat still remaining today.
After the Restoration, the property was returned to the Cotton family by Charles II, when the current house was built, as reported by Luxury Property News.
Based in Warblington in Havant, Hampshire, the stunning rural retreat boasts seven bedrooms and four bathrooms, spread out across 5,800sq ft of interior space.
In keeping with its historical background, it is home to features including a drawing room and scullery, as well as a lounge, dining room, study, utility and cellars.
Sitting on the four acres of gardens and grounds is the remains of the stone tower, as well as the dry moat, swimming pool and pool house, and an old granary with loft storage and outbuildings.
The house itself includes many period features, including old stone flagged floors, huge fireplaces and exposed timbering.
Warblington Castle is situated near the shores of Langstone Harbour, while Emsworth and Havant are a short drive away.
The property is currently available with Felicity Chetworth at house.Partnership for £2,250,000.
