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Europe is rich in historic buildings and landscapes that have decisively shaped and molded European cultural history. Influential personalities were born here, major decisions were made, developments were steered and unique testimonies to economic success were created. After decades and centuries, many of these witnesses are still standing, have survived wars and political aberrations, or are already gleaming in new splendor.

Immerse yourself in the past and connect with the history of your personal dream property. Discover and experience how it is possible to live and work in such old houses today or how they can be used and experienced in the future.

As a specialized real estate portal for the international marketing of historical or listed properties in Europe, we address properties regardless of condition, value or location, whether it is an abandoned castle in Poland or Czech Republic, luxury estates in Italy, or lovingly renovated châteaux in France.

It doesn't have to be a castle or manor house: those who don't see themselves in the role of castle lord and feel at home in smaller dimensions according to the current zeitgeist, can find more exciting objects for sale with special charm in the category Vintage Real Estate: from a typical country houses in Italy to exotic living possibilities such as historical towers or extraordinary homes like former church buildings.

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Castle Apartment for sale Baveno, Piemont, Italy
Luxury apartment in period Villa in Baveno
Castle Apartment for sale Baveno, Piemont, Italy
Nestled within the historic Villa Barberis in Baveno, this luxurious apartment offers a rare opportunity to acquire a residence in one of the most prestigious lakeside villas. The property, originally a grand villa, has been thoughtfully subdivided into just ten residential units, each offering privacy and exceptional quality. The estate boasts extensiv...
Stresa Luxury Real Estate
  • Castle Apartment for sale Gera, Thuringia, Germany, 1
  • Castle Apartment for sale Gera, Thuringia, Germany, 2
  • Castle Apartment for sale Gera, Thuringia, Germany, 3
  • Castle Apartment for sale Gera, Thuringia, Germany, 4
  • Castle Apartment for sale Gera, Thuringia, Germany, 5
  • Castle Apartment for sale Gera, Thuringia, Germany, 6
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Historic confectionery-style villa above Gera
Castle Apartment for sale Gera, Thuringia, Germany
Perched in a prime location above the city at the edge of the Stadtwald (city forest), Villa Brehme reigns over Gera. Visible from many points throughout the city, it stands as one of Gera’s most magnificent buildings and a testament to the rise of the industrial elite at the end of the 19th century, during the time when Gera was the most important city...
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Town House for sale Kremnica, Region of Banská Bystrica, Slovakia
600 Years of History – 15th-Century Merchant House
Town House for sale Kremnica, Region of Banská Bystrica, Slovakia
15th-Century Merchant House Seeks a New Owner with an Appreciation for Exceptional Heritage: This Gothic and Renaissance merchant house is located on Kutnohorská Street, directly beneath Kremnica Castle. Its history dates back to 1434, and from a 1442 tax register, we know the first owner was a man named Wilhelm Gros. Today, the property is a national c...
Riešime bývanie, s.r.o.
Historic Villa for sale Liguria, Italy
Northern Italy: Belle-Époque residence with sea view in Sanremo
Historic Villa for sale Liguria, Italy
In one of Sanremo’s most sought-after residential districts, this late 19th-century villa represents a rare and well-preserved example of Belle Époque architecture on the Ligurian coast. Designed in 1886 by architect Pio Soli (notably responsible for Villa Nobel), the property was built for the noble Marsaglia family on the occasion of Stefania Marsagli...
ImmoApulien
Historic Villa for sale Verbania, Piemont, Italy
Lake Maggiore period house with private beach
Historic Villa for sale Verbania, Piemont, Italy
This villa, built in the 20th century, is situated in an exclusive location on the shores of Lake Maggiore. It offers sweeping views of the lake and surrounding mountains, impressing in every season. The architecture of the building reflects the style and elegance of the era, with a balanced combination of beauty and functionality. The property has dire...
Città Ideale
Castle Apartment for sale Verbania, Piemont, Italy
Flat in historic villa on Lake Maggiore - energy class A
Castle Apartment for sale Verbania, Piemont, Italy
If you are looking to live in a historical and prestigious villa, this property under renovation offers an ideal solution. Located on the first hill of Verbania, in the Torchiedo area, the property enjoys a strategic position just a few steps from the city center, with schools, shops, and supermarkets nearby. The apartment is located on the ground floor...
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Castle Apartment for sale Verbania, Piemont, Italy
Exclusive flat in historic villa on Lake Maggiore - Highest energy efficiency
Castle Apartment for sale Verbania, Piemont, Italy
The apartment currently under construction is situated in a historic villa in the district of Torchiedo, Verbania, beautifully located on the shores of Lake Maggiore. The characterful villa, dating back to the late 18th century, had been neglected for many years but is now being meticulously restored to its former glory. The villa will feature four spac...
Città Ideale
Castle for sale Częstochowa, Silesia, Poland
Manor near Częstochowa – Hotel with 32 rooms
Castle for sale Częstochowa, Silesia, Poland
Located near Częstochowa in Upper Silesia, this historic castle is currently functioning as a hotel. It features 20 guest rooms, a restaurant, and an annex providing an additional 12 rooms, a conference room, and a wellness area. In total, the property offers 32 rooms with 61 beds and three conference rooms (measuring 100 m², 60 m², and 44 m²). All room...
Private Seller
Castle for sale Karlovy Vary, Karlovarský kraj, Czech Republic
Forest villa near Karlovy Vary
Castle for sale Karlovy Vary, Karlovarský kraj, Czech Republic
A 19th-century country manor with an area of 1000 m², renovated in 2017. The château estate spans a private plot of 10 hectares and is about 10 minutes by car from the centre of the spa town of Karlovy Vary. By 2026, the Prague – Karlovy Vary expressway will be completed, reducing travel time from Prague to just one hour. The property is situated on a h...
Historic Properties Czechia - PRAGA1
Castle for sale Krupski Młyn, Silesia, Poland
Prawdzic Palace - Historic property in Silesia
Castle for sale Krupski Młyn, Silesia, Poland
Krupski Młyn, often celebrated as the greenest municipality in Silesia, is enveloped by lush forests that cover an impressive 90% of the area. Nestled at the heart of this picturesque village, the property for sale has been meticulously transformed into a four-star hotel, offering a wide range of future development possibilities. Whether envisioned as a...
Rafał Zaborowski
Historic Villa for sale Castres, Occitania, France
Villa and holiday home in Castres, South of France
Historic Villa for sale Castres, Occitania, France
This beautiful property in Castres features a 270 m² villa and a separate guesthouse. The main building includes an entrance hall, a spacious living room, a salon with a fireplace, a dining room, a kitchen, a breakfast room, an office, a bathroom, a shower room, a separate WC, and five bedrooms. The property also offers a cellar, a garage, and a 3,100 m...
Abafim
Castle for sale Gisors, Normandy, France
Country castle in Normandy
Castle for sale Gisors, Normandy, France
About an hour northwest of Paris, on the borders of Normandy, Vexin, and Oise, this exquisite Louis XIII-style country house offers fantastic views over the natural landscape and neighbouring stud farms. The Château was partially rebuilt in 1858 on the foundations of a late medieval structure and features a magnificent terrace surrounded by dry moats, s...
Denniel Immobilier
Historic Villa for sale Duszniki-Zdrój, Lower Silesia, Poland
Duszniki-Zdrój Spa Resort - A Historic Hotel and Spa
Historic Villa for sale Duszniki-Zdrój, Lower Silesia, Poland
Nestled in the picturesque Glatzer Basin (Kłodzko) in the Lower Silesian Voivodeship, on the border with the Czech Republic, the renowned spa town of Duszniki-Zdrój boasts a rich history. Famous figures such as Frederick the Great, Frederick William II, and the young Chopin once visited this charming resort, which remains a popular destination for welln...
  • 1,931,311 GBP
Nieruchomości Zabytkowe
Manor House for sale Region of Trnava, Slovakia
Castle hotel in the border region Slovakia-Austria-Czech Republic
Manor House for sale Region of Trnava, Slovakia
Currently operated as a castle hotel in western Slovakia, this manor has no heritage protection status. The 18th-century property was renovated between 2018 and 2019 and has since been operated as a hotel offering experiential dining and event facilities. The castle is very popular, with high annual occupancy rates for corporate events, family celebrati...
Castelan Real s.r.o.
Manor House for sale Pstrokonie, Łódź Region, Poland
Refurbished Manor in Central Poland
Manor House for sale Pstrokonie, Łódź Region, Poland
We are pleased to invite you to explore the sales offer for a historic palace that combines exceptional, eclectic architecture, rich history, and the dedication and effort the owners have put into its stunning renovation. PROPERTY PARAMETERS: Historically the residence of the Pstrokoński family, the palace’s known history dates back to 1603, when the ...
Lions Estate
Castle for sale Czerna, Lubusz, Poland
Polish-German border: Historical plot with ruined manor
Castle for sale Czerna, Lubusz, Poland
A historic plot located in an autonomous forest east of the village of Czerna, a neighboring community of Iłowa in the Polish-German border region (Lubusz Voivodeship). This is a former industrialist's mansion from 1905 with two separate building sections, each accessible by its own driveway. The west part was designed as a building with two wings and a...
Private Seller
Historic Villa for sale 28823 Ghiffa, Piemont, Italy
Art deco villa on the shores of Lake Maggiore in Ghiffa
Historic Villa for sale 28823 Ghiffa, Piemont, Italy
In the hamlet of Frino, in the municipality of Ghiffa, stands this 1930s villa on the shores of Lake Maggiore. The house extends over four floors and currently has nine apartments, common areas, a commercial kitchen and an outbuilding with an area of 100 square meters. In recent years, renovation works have been carried out in different phases. The most...
Città Ideale
Manor House for sale Lubiatów, Łódź Region, Poland
Eclectic country manor with 5 ha park, near city of Lodz
Manor House for sale Lubiatów, Łódź Region, Poland
Lubiatów manor dates back to the turn of the 19th and 20th centuries. It covers approximately 750 m² and is situated within a small park featuring a pond and numerous old trees on an approximately 5-hectare plot. Lubiatów is located just 30 minutes from Łódź and around 90 minutes from Warsaw. BUILDING: The country manor underwent its first renovation 10...
Strada Estate
Castle for sale 05-332 Żaków, Mazovia, Poland
Palace with park near Warsaw
Castle for sale 05-332 Żaków, Mazovia, Poland
50 kilometers south of Warsaw, we offer a historic property featuring a small castle, a park, and turn-of-the-century outbuildings. Meticulously restored to its original charm, the estate boasts: THE MANOR: Żaków Manor is a late 19th-century plastered brick building showcasing eclectic features blending various historical styles such as Neo-Gothic and N...
  • 1,951,221 GBP
Vilea Sp. z o.o.
Historic Villa for sale Verbania, Piemont, Italy
Lake Maggiore Period Mansion in Verbania with Lakeview
Historic Villa for sale Verbania, Piemont, Italy
From this hill in a sunny southern position you not only enjoy the best view of the lake, the former aristocratic hunting lodge: in Verbania: on Lake Maggiore: also impresses with its diverse architectural details: frescoes, columns, wall paintings, coffered ceilings and noble sculptures surround the house and garden. Originally built in the late 18th c...
Città Ideale
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