• Historic Castle wing +
• Inner and outer moat +
• Communal grounds circa 10 acres +
• Gated entry +
• Four Bedrooms +
• Three bathrooms +
• Over 3700 sq ft +
• EPC Rating = D +

An opportunity to own part of a Grade II* listed castle set within 10 acres of parkland complete with moat extending to over 3700 sq ft.

Description

Set in the Lune Valley, Thurland Castle is a Grade II* listed building dating back to the 11th century. It is believed to be one of the most historic, residential properties in the UK.
The property was originally built as medieval manor house but was later fortified by a circular moat. Sir Thomas Tunstall knighted at Agincourt was licenced to crenelate the property in 1402. The castle stayed in the family for three more generations until it was sold to John Girlington in 1605.
The story continues when during the civil war, Parliamentarian forces besieged the castle in 1643. A couple of centuries later, from 1810 and later 1826-29, work was carried out on the building to convert it into a country house but in 1876 it was gutted by fire.

In 1879 the owner Mr North commissioned Lancashire architects Paley and Austin to rebuild the property with interiors designed by Gillows. Today you still the Arts & Crafts movement inspired period design in the castles fine features including stained glass, linen fold oak panelling and ornate plaster and stonework. From 1885 until the early twentieth century Thurland Castle was owned by the coal-mining Lees family. The castle was bought by Lancashire Homes in 1999 who developed it into luxury properties.

Thurland Castle in the 21st century consist of seven properties in the main castle and a further five in the stables, all set within eleven acres of landscaped grounds with a moat encircling the castle and comes with a tennis court. All owners have a double garage with allocated parking, there is additional private and visitor parking.

The Viking Wing forms part of the main castle and is an exceptional four bedrooms, two reception rooms and three bathrooms property. In addition to the principal accommodation, there is a cinema room/library, study, wine cellar and a cloakroom situated on the lower ground floor (the original dungeons). In total the accommodation spans over three floors.

The Viking Wing blends historic charm with modern luxury. Period features include vaulted ceilings, exposed oak beams, stained glass windows and stone walls. Medieval architecture is complemented by luxurious design and high-quality fixtures and fittings including remote controlled heating with integral Bang and Olufsen sound systems in most rooms to create a stunning and exquisite home.