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Highland castle put on the market for half its original asking price

Teaninich Castle could be yours for £450,000
Teaninich Castle could be yours for £450,000

A 280-year-old Highland castle has been put on the market for £450,000 – less than half its original price.

Teaninich Castle in Alness, Easter Ross, is up for sale along with eight acres of grounds.

The 12-bedroom home has been empty since closing as a hotel and restaurant several years ago.

Estate agents CKD Galbraith said it possesses “tremendous potential” despite being in need of renovation. Teaninich Castle is the former clan seat of the Munros of Teaninich and was formerly owned by Charles Harrison, who was the basis for the character Little Lord Fauntleroy.

The castle was originally put up for sale in 2011 at a guide price of £950,000 – and more recently it was being offered at £750,000.

Now its price has been slashed again in a bid to find a buyer.

“The castle is now in need of renovation, however, it has tremendous potential to once again become a sought-after hotel and wedding venue or, subject to the necessary consents, to be converted to luxury apartments or exclusive country club,” say the agents.

“As the pressure of modern life increases in the more densely populated areas of the UK, so demand increases for an accessible retreat which brings with it a sense of community, open spaces and peace and quiet. With its easy access to Inverness airport, improved sleeper train services from Inverness and the dualling of the A9, Teaninich Castle is a unique development opportunity.

“Teaninich Castle is a handsome and impressive property retaining most of its original features.

“The approach to the castle is via a tarmacadam drive through sweeping lawns, fringed and interspersed with mature specimen trees adding to the majesty of the setting. There are walks through the wooded grounds leading to shady corners with framed views to the Cromarty Firth and sunken lawns to the front of the castle.”