You could live like royalty in a 900-year-old castle, but it will cost you about $12 million. Take a look inside.

Joshua ZitserFeb 6, 2024, 22:04 IST

A composite image shows Appleby Castle's keep, left, and an antique bed, right, in one of the castle's bedrooms.UK Sotheby's International Realty

Appleby Castle in the UK is on the market for around $12 million.
It's a 12th-century motte-and-bailey castle, with Norman foundations and an Ancient Roman past.

Nestled on picturesque parkland near England's Lake District, Appleby Castle boasts a rich history spanning almost a millennia.

The property, which is currently being used primarily as a hotel, is on the market for around $12 million, and could easily be converted back into a home fit for royalty.

In fact, it has, over the years, been visited by kings, adding to the property's grandeur.

If you're after a piece of history, UK Sotheby's International Reality has the property listed for £9,500,000, or roughly $11,900,000.

Take a look inside.

A 12th-century motte-and-bailey castle is on the market for $12 million.

The exterior of Appleby Castle.UK Sotheby's International Realty

Appleby Castle, held by kings of both Scotland and England, switched hands a lot.

Appleby Castle has witnessed wars between the English and Scots, as well as infighting in England during civil wars.UK Sotheby's International Realty

The oldest surviving building is a stone tower, built around 1170.

Appleby Castle's keep and courtyard.UK Sotheby's International Realty

Appleby Castles is situated along a river, on acres of parkland, and near a historic market town.

UK Sotheby's International Realty

There are 22 bedrooms, including one used primarily to host visiting dignitaries.

The State Bedroom in Appleby Castle.UK Sotheby's International Realty

Some of the bedrooms have centuries-old furniture that would be included in the sale.

The Evidence Room in Appleby Castle.UK Sotheby's International Realty

While there's old panelling and historic furnishings, it does come with modern amenities.

Wood paneling in Appleby Castle.UK Sotheby's International Realty

There are opportunities for a Downtown Abbey dining experience.

One of Appleby Castle's dining spaces.UK Sotheby's International Realty

Appleby Castle has an extravagant Great Hall.

Appleby Castle's Great Hall.UK Sotheby's International Realty

It also features replica armor.

A replica of the Clifford Armour, pictured, above the fireplace.UK Sotheby's International Realty

There's also a museum dedicated to the castle's Norman history.

Appleby Castle has a museum.UK Sotheby's International Realty

Over the years, Appleby has housed royals, served as a county jail, and, most recently, become a hotel.

The staircase at Appleby Castle.UK Sotheby's International Realty

But it could easily be transformed back into a private residence, the current owner says.

A bedroom at Appleby Castle.UK Sotheby's International Realty

The property is particularly popular with Americans, the current owner says. The town has a link to George Washington.

Appleby Castle has period features, but comes with modern amenities.UK Sotheby's International Realty

Sotheby's describes it as an 'unparalleled time capsule.'