A historic property in Hampshire boasting its own 15th-century castle ruins has been listed for £2.25 million. Warblington Castle, a seven-bedroom country residence in Havant, offers a rare combination of period charm and extensive grounds, including the remains of a hexagonal gate tower and a dry moat.
The estate's documented history dates back before the 12th century, but it gained prominence during the War of the Roses when it belonged to Richard Neville, Earl of Warwick. In 1515, Margaret Pole, Countess of Salisbury, received the estate from Henry VIII and constructed the castle. However, after a dispute with the monarch, ownership passed to Sir Edward Cotton.
During the Civil War, parliamentary troops largely demolished the castle, leaving only the hexagonal gate tower, an archway, and the dry moat surviving. Following the Restoration, Charles II returned the estate to the Cotton family, who built the present house. The property spans 5,800 sq ft with seven bedrooms, four bathrooms, a drawing room, scullery, lounge, dining room, study, utility room, and cellars.
Set within four acres of gardens and grounds, the estate includes a swimming pool with pool house, a former granary with loft storage, and additional outbuildings. Period features include original stone flagged flooring, imposing fireplaces, and exposed timber beams. Warblington Castle is near Langstone Harbour, with Emsworth and Havant easily accessible by car.
