England

Noblestone Castle, Norfolk

Sleeps: 30

Prices from: £130pppn | $166pppn

Enter a world of medieval majesty at Noblestone Castle, built in 1455 during Henry VI’s reign and now open to guests for the first time in nearly 600 years. Accessed by drawbridge and surrounded by its own moat, this 15-bedroom castle accommodates 30 discerning guests in regal style. 

Inside, discover oak-panelled halls, elegant reception rooms, and a grand staircase leading to lavish bedrooms, including a palatial master suite. Modern comforts meet timeless grandeur with a family kitchen, games room, and manicured grounds. From fireside evenings to al fresco dining, Noblestone Castle offers a rare opportunity to live like royalty in true historic splendour.

Broughton Hall, Yorkshire

Sleeps: 32

Prices from: £241pppn | $307pppn

A quintessentially English home in the Yorkshire Dales, Broughton Hall has 17 classically decorated bedrooms (six with four-poster beds) across the upper two floors. The ground floor is perfect for entertaining, boasting a saloon, billiards room, gallery and two drawing rooms – one coming complete with a piano.

To dine like royalty too, book Broughton Hall as a fully catered stay. Dry martinis all round!

Cotswold Manor Estate, Cotswolds

Sleeps: 30

Prices from: £220pppn | $281pppn

This country estate near Stow-on-the-Wold is draped in history; there are four properties onsite, including the Barn, Granary, Cow Byre, and Manor House, which has been privately owned since the 15th century.

The whole estate is encompassed within award-winning gardens designed by Jinny Blom, who was personally chosen by the then-Prince of Wales to design the ‘Healing Garden’ at the 2002 Chelsea Flower Show. The interiors give off a distinctly majestic vibe, and there’s even a framed photo of the Queen!

Chevalier’s Gatehouse, Shropshire

Sleeps: 4

Prices from: £62pppn | $79pppn

Chevalier’s Gatehouse has welcomed the likes of King Edward V, Charles I and Sir John Betjeman into its grounds – and now it’s your turn. There are tapestries inside the hamlet that honour Charles I’s son, Prince Rupert, who slept at the Gatehouse while commanding royalist troops during the Civil War.

Found within the Grade I listed Chevaliers Estate, alongside the Moat House and Coach House, this stunning property boasts a Tudor style that has remained intact throughout the years.

St Peter’s Court, Somerset

Sleeps: 14

Prices from: £22pppn | $28pppn

This Grade II-listed Tudor-style home is truly fit for a king. Enter through the medieval door and discover an antique-filled jewellery box of a house, featuring tapestries, elaborate fireplaces, a vintage piano and a library playroom. When you’re ready to feast, the grand dining room is the perfect setting for you and your loyal subjects and/or family.

There’s also a refurbished 12th-century church and conservation area nearby – perfect for exploring with the corgies in tow!

Elizabethan Manor, Sussex

Sleeps: 14

Prices from: £88pppn | $112pppn

Boasting Queen Elizabeth I among its former guest list, the aptly named Elizabeth Manor has a welcomingly rustic feel with its exposed wooden beams and soft furnishings. Originally built in 1252, and situated in the equally historic village of Pulborough, this family-friendly home comes with a spacious walled garden, barbeque area, heated swimming pool and tennis court. However, our favourite feature is undeniably the master bedroom’s glossy copper roll-top bath.

Scotland

Timeless Castle, Scottish Borders

Sleeps: 16 

Prices from: £57pppn | $73pppn

Stay in the South Wing of Timeless Castle and you’ll feel like you’ve stepped back in time. There are five separate apartments for renting singularly or as part of a larger group, and you can also take part in an exclusive tour of the 17th-century castle led by a member of the Maitland family.

Take it up a notch and book a private dinner in the vaulted cellars or the magnificent State Rooms, allowing you to enjoy that extra ‘royal’ feel.

Cairngorms Castle, Highlands

Sleeps: 16 

Prices from: £58pppn | $74pppn

Feel like royalty at Cairngorms Castle, a grand Victorian estate commissioned by Queen Victoria’s banker and designed by her Balmoral architect. Set in 200 acres of dramatic Highland scenery on the edge of the Cairngorms National Park, this historic castle offers ten beautifully furnished bedrooms, most with en suites. 

With opulent interiors, a formal dining room, a traditional library, and rich tartan touches throughout, the castle exudes stately charm. Explore the estate’s private loch, rivers, and scenic trails, or enjoy nearby fishing and skiing. A perfect setting for a regal escape, family celebration, or unforgettable Highland gathering.

Wales

Jacobean Manor, North Wales

When you visit Jacobean Manor, you’ll instantly begin to imagine the stories and conversations that the house has witnessed over the years. This Grade I listed building’s walls are adorned with a collection of family portraits, while 100 acres of private land surround the property, complete with a Victorian walled garden and a 17th-century barn.

If you’d like to organise any themed activities, clay pigeon shooting and birds of prey are available as an added extra.

Get ready to don your crown and majestic robe, gather your corgis and alert your chauffeur, because we’ve got an entire collection of regal castles across the UK and Ireland that allow you to live like a royal, no matter what time of year it is.

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