Thirteen Spooky Castles Fit for a HNW Halloween

Forget haunted houses – how about treating yourself to a Halloween castle this year? The world’s leading high-net-worth mortgage broker, Enness Global, has pulled together 13 distinctive castles for those looking to buy at the top end of the global property market.

According to Hugh Wade-Jones, Managing Director of Enness Global Mortgages in London, whether you are looking for a Halloween-appropriate home or a COVID-safe bolthole, you can secure one of these castles for less than the price of an average-sized property in traditionally popular locations such as London or Monaco.

Talk about more bang for your buck.

The United Kingdom and Ireland

Glenborrodale Castle, Scotland: £3.75 million

At the top of our list is Glenborrodale Castle in Scotland, currently on the market for £3.75 million. Dating back well over 100 years, this stunning castle offers panoramic views and includes a gate lodge, an additional detached coach house, gym, boathouse and jetty.

Not only does it come with these additional features, but it also extends across nearly 133 acres, including the Isle of Risga and Eilean an Feidh.

Devizes Castle, Wiltshire: £3.25 million

Devizes Castle offers the perfect balance of historical features and modern comfort and is located within a stone’s throw of the market town of Devizes. This magnificent Grade I listed building not only takes you back in time but is also well suited to family life, with excellent local schools on its doorstep.

Glandyfi Castle, Powys: £2.85 million

If you would rather buy in Wales, Glandyfi Castle is on the market for just £2.85m and extends across 31.43 acres of land. Built in the early 19th century from local stone, it has been brought up to modern living standards and has recently benefited from a new roof.

Glengarriff Castle, West Cork: £2.492 million

Just a four-minute drive from Glengarriff village and only an hour from Cork Airport, you can secure a piece of Irish history along with 87 acres of outstanding grounds, including a private section of shoreline. The castle has been partially renovated, although planning permission has been granted for a full renovation, with plans to include six bedrooms and a staff wing.

Spain

If you would prefer a Halloween-inspired property purchase in a warmer climate, both Palma Castle and Avila Castle are on the market in Spain for £488,000 and £3.171 million respectively. Read more about Spanish mortgages for non-residents.

Palma Castle is located on the island of Mallorca, just five miles from central Palma, and is set across nearly 356 acres of landscaped grounds. It also includes a swimming pool and offers potential for an equestrian facility or private vineyard.

Avila Castle is perhaps the most impressive of all, as it also comes with its own private island, complete with a heliport and jetty.

Germany

If Germany provides more of a haunting feel for a Halloween home purchase, then you can pick up Rhineland-Palatinate Castle for just under £2.628 million or Rheinland-Pfalz Castle for £2.446 million.

France

France has an abundance of castles currently on the market and, at the top end of this price range, is Pertuis Castle in Luberon, on sale for £3.534 million. It boasts 16 bedrooms, a swimming pool, garages, a tennis court, additional outbuildings and more, all spread across 10.38 acres.

If you want something more affordable, then Carcassonne Castle is on the market for £2.628 million and boasts a full renovation, including eight large bedrooms, four bathrooms and an independent one-bedroom apartment, as well as a number of reception rooms.