The property is a picture postcode English gem
A beautiful period property has been listed for £2.25 million – complete with an extraordinary feature. While many buyers prioritise swimming pools and expansive gardens, this estate offers both – alongside its very own 15th century ruins.
The site is known as Warblington Castle. Its documented history stretches back before the 12th century, though during the 15th century it belonged to Richard Neville, Earl of Warwick, throughout the War of the Roses.
Margaret Pole, Countess of Salisbury, received the estate from Henry VIII in 1515 and constructed the castle. However, following a dispute with the monarch, she forfeited it and ownership transferred to Sir Edward Cotton.
Throughout the Civil War, parliamentary troops largely demolished the castle – with only the hexagonal gate tower, an archway and the dry moat surviving to this day. Following the Restoration, Charles II returned the estate to the Cotton family, when the present house was constructed, according to creatorzine.com.
The pretty home is in Warblington, Havant, Hampshire. The magnificent country residence contains seven bedrooms and four bathrooms, spanning 5,800sq ft of living space.
Reflecting its rich heritage, the property features a drawing room and scullery, alongside a lounge, dining room, study, utility room and cellars. Set within four acres of gardens and grounds are the remnants of a stone tower, alongside a dry moat, swimming pool with pool house, and a former granary complete with loft storage and additional outbuildings.
The property boasts numerous period characteristics, such as original stone flagged flooring, imposing fireplaces and exposed timber beams. Warblington Castle sits close to the coastline of Langstone Harbour, with both Emsworth and Havant within easy reach by car.
The property is presently on the market through Felicity Chetworth at house.Partnership, priced at £2,250,000.
