Constructed in 1560 on the foundations of an earlier medieval fortress, Scargill Castle in England is a residence that has been transformed into a holiday cottage following its restoration from a dilapidated ruin.
The grand arched entrance hall of Scargill Castle opens into a dining hall featuring roof beams hewn from oak trees felled over four centuries ago.
A stone spiral staircase winds its way up to the living room, where a wood-burning stove sits within a striking Tudor fireplace.
The interior décor draws heavily from the Tudor era, embracing its characteristic rich golds, reds and greens, while the windows frame views of the Tudor courtyard gardens and the sweeping hills of Teesdale beyond.
Rooms are spread over three floors with the bedroom on the top floor and the bathroom on the ground floor. The stone spiral staircase has uneven steps and low headroom.
And someone else remarked: “The renovation of the property has been done sympathetically and you get a real feel for the history of the building.”
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