Historic Angus castle back on the market with £1.5m price tag
An Angus castle has been brought back to the market with a £1.6m price tag, almost half the asking price from when it was first put up for sale.
Brechin Castle, which sits in grounds of 64 acres at the edge of the town, has gone up for sale again after being marketed for £3m in 2019
The Earl of Dalhousie has significantly cut the asking price, which estate agents Savils said “positions the property appropriately for the current market”.
The castle, which is being jointly marketed with Rettie, has 16 bedrooms, eight reception rooms and 10 bathrooms and is approached by a sweeping drive. It sits on a commanding position overlooking the grounds and the River South Esk.
It features a dining room with a river view - a “spectacular setting for entertaining” - which comfortably accommodates 20 people.
The charming ‘little drawing room’ adds further character to the castle, which is described as warm and inviting, despite its grand scale.
The policies include a 13-acre walled garden, which is widely regarded as one of Scotland's finest private gardens, which agents described as “undoubtedly one of the property's most compelling attractions”.
Highlights include a “magnificent” cedar of Lebanon, a circular lily pond, ornamental glasshouses, vine houses and a rare curved Victorian peach house.
A castle has stood on the site since at least the 12th century, with parts of the current building dating to the 13th century.
It has been associated with the Maule and Ramsay families for centuries and has served as the seat of the Earls of Dalhousie since the 17th century.
Alastair Houlden, director of country house sales at Rettie, said: “Brechin Castle is more than just an illustrious country house; it is a legacy.
“The sale reflects a rare opportunity to acquire an estate shaped over hundreds of years that continues to serve as an atmospheric family home.
“The outstanding policies encompass one of Scotland’s most noteworthy walled gardens and support a wide range of sporting pursuits, notably salmon and sea trout fishing on the River South Esk.
“We anticipate that, with its rich historical significance and enduring appeal, Brechin Castle will attract interest from both domestic and international buyers.”
Beyond the castle, the sale includes the Head Gardener's House, Under Gardener's House, Laundry Cottage, West Lodge and New Lodge, offering flexible accommodation for family, guests, staff or potential income generation.
The Category B-listed stable block and estate courtyard also present exciting opportunities for alternative uses, subject to the necessary consents.
The property also benefits from around 470 metres of single bank salmon and sea trout fishing on the South Esk.
Jamie Wedderspoon, Rural Agency Director, Savills Aberdeen, said: “Brechin Castle is one of Scotland's most remarkable country homes, offering an exceptional combination of architectural significance, beautiful gardens, fishing and lifestyle opportunities.”