Do you want to own a Northumberland castle?

Otterburn Castle Country House Hotel features a castle hotel, restaurant and bar, within the historic village of Otterburn.

It was initially gifted to Robert D’Umphraville, a cousin of William the Conqueror, during the 11th century, in recognition of his services.

The estate dates back to the 14th century, when a pele tower was constructed at the site to repel the Scots and formed an integral part of the ‘Battle of Otterburn’ in 1388.

The Grade II listed castle hotel currently standing today was rebuilt in the 19th century with stone from the original tower.

The hotel is set in four acres of beautiful private gardens and sloping woodland, with a further 28 acres of land available by separate negotiation, on the edge of the Northumberland National Park.

Over the years, Otterburn Castle has undergone a number of upgrades and comprises 17 spacious en-suite bedrooms, while purchase of the additional land would also include further accommodation to include four flats, a workshop and a bar/bistro.

The castle also features a grand reception with an original oak staircase, a spacious breakfast room, elegant lounge, bar and restaurant with a private dining area and an array of meeting and event spaces.

Owner, Elena Wynn has operated and lived in the castle for the past five years, said: “I have had some wonderful times here and feel proud to be the custodian of such a magnificent building however, I am not a hotelier and I feel that the time is right to allow the full potential of the castle and the business to be realised in the hands of a new owner.”

Mark Worley, Director in Christie & Co’s Hospitality team is handling the sale, and said: “We’re thrilled to bring the beautiful Otterburn Castle Country House Hotel to market and expect to receive high levels of interest for this property.

"The leisure and hospitality industry is bracing itself for what should hopefully be a fantastic summer, as the pent-up demand for staycations and leisure breaks is released once lockdown restrictions are eased.

"This projected massive upsurge in trade and profits has proved to be a huge incentive and motivation for buyers to purchase tourist-related businesses over recent months.

“The sale of Otterburn Castle not only provides the opportunity for a buyer to capitalise on the spring, summer and autumn periods, but also to tap into the wedding trade, a sector which also has a very rosy future.”

Otterburn Castle Country House Hotel is currently on the market with a guide price of £1,750,000.