Scottish Castle Set To Be The Country’s Most Expensive Property

History could be made after a 500-year-old Edinburgh property, Craigcrook Castle in Edinburgh, was recently put on the market for the first time in 300 years with some experts predicting it could be the most expensive house ever sold north of the border.

Estimated to sell at £5million+ and located just three miles from the city centre, the 16th Century residence has hosted many famous literary figures down the years including Alfred Lord Tennyson, Hans Christian Andersen, Charles Dickens, George Eliot and Sir Walter Scott. Boasting four-and-a-half acres of landscaped grounds and 9,000 square feet of living space, it can realistically incorporate five bedroom suites, four grand public rooms, staff quarters, a games room, gym and even a cinema. The estate agents responsible for its sale are confident that the castle will attract considerably more than its asking price, beating the record held by nearby Seton Castle, due to its secluded setting, potentially appealing to any celebrities wanting guaranteed privacy away from prying eyes. “The lure is the possibility of owning a castle without having thousands of acres to upkeep. It really could be described almost as a lock-up-and-leave, and is therefore great for someone who has houses elsewhere.” So if you’re reading this Sean Connery or Rod Stewart then you best dig into those deep pockets of yours. Regardless of its exceptionally high asking price, interest in the property from at home and overseas is said to be strong but mysteriously no-one knows the identity of the sellers. We wonder who it could be. Bit out of your price range? Why not make your existing home that bit more extravagant with the installation of a conservatory or orangery fitted by Mitchell Glass.