Castles for sale: Vidzeme

Marcienas Muiza is situated on the shores of Lake Dzirnavu, within one of Latvia’s most densely forested regions. The original Marcienas (Martzen) estate has a documented history dating back to 1753, when Empress Elizabeth of Russia granted the land to Count Fermor. It later passed to the von Maydell family, who commissioned several outbuildings the ruins of which remain visible today

One of Livonia’s most exclusive hunting lodges, now known as the boutique design guesthouse “Bergervilla,” is seeking new owners. The historic Vijciems hunting lodge ensemble is set in a picturesque location, enveloped by ancient pine forests that create an atmosphere of absolute peace and seclusion.

Tucked away in the peaceful northern Latvian countryside, this distinguished manor estate offers a unique opportunity to revitalise a historic property with roots reaching back to 1520. Set on a gentle hill and encircled by woodland, the estate is home to a 150-year-old landscaped park featuring an impressive variety of trees: oak, ash, larch, white spruce, pine, birch, maple, linden and aspen.

The charming Lazdona Manor Castle has a long history and experienced its heydays long ago. For decades, the manor has been waiting for a dedicated owner who can restore its former splendor and bring its shine back to life. Lazdona Manor is located in Lazdona village, next to Lazdona Lake, in the Madona region, 6 km from Madona city and 150 km from Rīga.

Gulbern Manor House (Gulbēres muiža) is situated in the picturesque, hilly landscape of Livonia, between the villages of Vecpiebalga (Old Pebalg) and Madona (Modohn). The current manor house was constructed around 1900. Extensive reconstructions were carried out in the second half of the 20th century.

Bilskenhof was formerly called Hoevelshof and was owned by Theodor Bielski, after whom it later took its name. During the Swedish period in Livonia, the estate initially came into the possession of State Councillor Baner. In the 18th century, the Baltic families von Grünblatt, von Tiesenhusen, and von Lilienfeld were known as its owners.

Krimulda is probably the most touristically significant manor house in Livonia (Vidzeme), and perhaps even in the entire Baltic region. Perched high above the Gauja Valley (Livonian Aa), within the eponymous national park, Krimulda offers views to the north of the beautifully restored Turaida Castle, a former Teutonic Order stronghold.