Historic Scottish Castle with Traitors-Style Turret Listed at Bargain Price
A remarkable eight-bedroom Scottish castle, complete with a distinctive Traitors-style turret, has been placed on the market for an attractive price of £600,000. This represents a significant discount of £100,000 below its estimated home report valuation, offering a rare opportunity for buyers seeking a piece of historic architecture at a bargain.
Architectural Splendour in Kirkcaldy
The 136-year-old property, located in Kirkcaldy just south of Edinburgh, is a stunning example of Scots Baronial Villa design, often referred to as a castle. Built in the 1890s, it boasts impressive original period features, including decorative ceilings and intricate cornicing. The standout element is a tower with a spire and a secret turret, reminiscent of the settings seen in the popular television show The Traitors.
Inside, the castle combines its historic charm with modern fittings. The ground floor features a large lounge and a separate sitting room, each adorned with marble fireplaces, along with a reception hall, a modern dining room, and a kitchen. Two of the eight bedrooms are situated on this level, with the remaining six located on the first floor, accompanied by a drawing room. The property includes three bathrooms, two upstairs and one on the ground floor.
Prime Location and Recent Use
Strategically positioned close to Kirkcaldy's mainline train station, the castle offers easy access to Edinburgh, making it ideal for commuters. It was most recently operated as a Thai Chi wellness centre and spa, utilising the reception hall as a front desk. Externally, the property includes off-street parking and mature south-facing gardens, adding to its appeal.
Estate agents Slater Hogg and Howison are handling the sale, describing it as a striking, B-listed villa with a distinctive conical-roofed bartizan. The listing highlights the flexible accommodation and the potential to transform it into a wonderful family home of note, given its vast spaces, including studies, a cloakroom, and various ancillary rooms.
Connection to Celebrity Traitors Winner Alan Carr
This listing emerges in the wake of comedian Alan Carr's recent purchase of Ayton Castle in Scotland for £3.25 million. After winning Celebrity Traitors and filming at Ardross Castle, Carr, 49, acquired the sprawling estate, which grants him the rights to the Barony of Ayton title. His new property features 16 bedrooms, 160 acres of gardens, and even a miniature railway.
Carr has ambitious plans for Ayton Castle, having secured a seven-figure deal with Disney+ to film a renovation series, tentatively titled Castle Man, documenting its transformation into a luxury hotel and spa. Reflecting on his purchase, Carr remarked, "Some men when they have a midlife crisis buy a Lamborghini or grow a ponytail, but me—I want my very own castle."
The Kirkcaldy castle sale allows potential buyers to follow in Carr's footsteps, acquiring a historic home with a turret at a fraction of the cost. With its blend of heritage and modern comforts, this property stands as an exciting investment in Scotland's rich architectural landscape.
