_5 enchanting gothic-style homes for sale
When it comes to dramatic facades, stained glass windows, ornate cornicing, sweeping staircases and enchanting bell towers, Gothic-inspired homes truly take centre stage.
These architectural masterpieces transport us to a bygone era, immersing us in a world of timeless elegance and charm. As Halloween approaches, we explore five Gothic-inspired homes for sale, where the spookiest thing about them is their hauntingly beautiful design.
9-10 bedroom manor House in Sherborne, Dorset
Guide price: £6,500,000
The Manor House is a Grade I listed gem that has cut a striking figure among the rolling hills of Sherborne since 1736. This magnificent property boasts a plethora of period features that make it a true architectural wonder.
The Great Hall, with its 17th-century screen and 16th-century fireplaces, is a particular highlight. The house also features a charming country kitchen, stone spiral staircases, and additional accommodations like Manor Cottage and a Stable Flat. The surrounding gardens, parkland, and farmlands, dotted with mature trees and formal lawns, complete this captivating estate.
2-3 bedroom house in Lower Writhlington, Somerset
Guide price: £995,000
St Mary Magdalen, nestled in the Somerset countryside, is a Grade II listed church conversion that thoughtfully blends history with contemporary design.
This Gothic-inspired home features a stunning vaulted ceiling, a spiral staircase and striking design elements like statement black and glass screens.
The property includes a galleried library, an annexe for guests, and nearly 1.3 acres of beautiful mature grounds, including a wildflower meadow, a long grass meadow, and plans to create a forest just beyond.
9 bedroom house in Ryde, Isle of Wight
Guide price: £3,950,000
Woodlands Vale, a Grade II* listed property on the Isle of Wight, combines fine Victorian architecture with modern luxuries. On the ground floor, there are several reception rooms designed with entertaining in mind.
Among these are a billiard room and bar area within a turret adorned with stained glass windows. Upstairs, nine good-sized bedrooms and a spiral staircase leading to a second turret offer captivating sea views.
For overnight guests, the property includes a self-contained flat, while outside, the expansive gardens, croquet lawn, a heated swimming pool and a private pathway to the beach ensure this home delivers coastal living at its finest.
7-12 bedroom house in Exeter, Devon
Guide price: £3,950,000
Bishops Court House, a Grade I listed country house, is a fascinating blend of medieval origins and 19th-century Gothic Revival.
Designed by William White, a prominent architect of the Gothic Revival style, this property boasts tall ceilings, gothic arched windows, fine carved stonework, and detailed joinery.
The house features reception rooms that follow the path of the sun facing west and east, as well as privately accessed self-contained apartments in the former domestic staff wing.
Other highlights include a medieval tithe barn, a stable block and extensive parkland with re-wilding initiatives, plus a two-acre lake.
9 bedroom house in Stanton Broadway, Gloucestershire
Guide price: £14,000,000
Stanton Court, a beautifully restored Grade II listed Jacobean manor house, exudes timeless charm with its ashlar Cotswold stone construction. Ample period features, open fireplaces, and elegant reception rooms are a window into history.
There are four additional cottages within the grounds, plus formal gardens designed by Chelsea gold medallist Rupert Golby, while expansive parkland with water features and an orchard complete this wonderfully enchanting estate.
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