Have you ever wanted to live like a fairytale prince or princess? Well, now you can in one of these palatial properties. With towering turrets, dramatic Renaissance interiors and spectacular landscaped gardens, these homes were definitely designed with royalty in mind. From modern masterpieces to historical gems, click or scroll on to take a look at the most beautiful castles for sale right now...

Sandwiched between ancient wheatlands and the Olt valley, this pretty castle sits on a prominent hillside lot above Rouergat in the Midi-Pyrénées region of France. It also happens to be located in a historic wine-growing area and the building was once surrounded by vines, so the new owner could easily reinstate these and kick-start their own winery.

Built over several centuries, the castle features an imposing keep, a circular stair tower and a secondary building with a pepperpot turret. It has plenty of surprising extras, too. In fact, the three buildings that make up the estate are all connected via private passageways. As well as 37 acres of land, the 16th century castle also benefits from an enchanting 4,327-square-foot interior that's truly remarkable.

The interior is packed with stunning design features. From hardwood floors to herringbone parquet, patinated terracotta tiles, beamed ceilings, lattice windows, cast iron radiators, huge stone fireplaces and hand-painted wall motifs, every single room tells a story. Room-wise, there’s a formal living room, kitchen, dining room, cellar and countless bedrooms. 

Outside, the estate is home to a barn and a 'secadou'—a building that was originally used to dry chestnuts. The two-storey, red sandstone barn boasts a vaulted ceiling and could be utilised as a stable block, wine storage area or renovated into a separate home. Plus, just look at the surrounding landscape. Listed via Patrice Besse for €1.5 million, which equates to £1.3 million ($1.6m), this stunning spread is sure to be snapped up quickly. 

Situated in Irvington, New York, Villa Keen was constructed in 1929 and benefits from plenty of plus points. From its romantic exterior, complete with matching turreted towers, to its sophisticated interior, there's much to admire. Described by listing agents, Corcoran, as “a castle meets Broadway,” the elegant home was created for Joseph Keen and his wife, but was later owned by the musical writer, Robert Wright, who worked on many Broadway productions.

Later, Academy award-winning actress, Shirley Jones, Tony award-winning actor, Jack Cassidy, and their son, multi-platinum recording artist, Shaun Cassidy, lived in the castle. We can certainly see why so many VIPs were drawn to the place. Inspired by Cinderella, the property is a stone's throw from the Hudson River, while Manhattan is just 30 minutes away. Inside, there's over 3,500 square feet of space, which includes five bedrooms and five bathrooms.

There’s also a formal living room, a chic dining room, a spacious kitchen and a turret bedroom with ornate stained-glass windows. There are endless design details to take in, too, such as historic Indian carvings, Chesney fireplace mantles, stately stone pillars, Mackenzie-Childs fixtures and a Schonbek Austrian crystal chandelier that’s likely worth thousands.

Outside, you'll find over two acres of land, equipped with romantic gardens, a swimming pool and a pool house. With plenty of space to play with and endless history to preserve, this fairytale home is very special. Listed with Corcoran for the reduced price of £1.4 million ($1.7m), the property could soon be yours.

Also known as The Turret, Villa Beatrix is a one-of-a-kind architectural gem that is also surprisingly affordable—as far as fairytale homes go, anyway. For sale with Sotheby's International Realty for just less than €2 million (£1.8m/$2.1m), the stately dwelling was constructed in 1902 and enjoys unobstructed views across Lake Genval in Walloon Brabant, Belgium.

The castle-like villa boasts a unique Art Nouveau and neo-medieval façade, but step through the front door and you'll find a state-of-the-art interior that's bang up to date. The property was renovated in 2011 and now combines refined architectural design with contemporary décor and, of course, exceptional views.

Complete with just over 3,000 square feet of inside space, Villa Beatrix is spread over five levels and comes with an underground playroom, cellar and studio, all of which could be put to another use. Elsewhere, you’ll find a beautifully bright dining room, a luxurious kitchen, an ultra-modern lounge, a laundry room, library and office. There are four bedrooms and three bathrooms, as well as a five-car garage.

The home's half-acre garden is made even more enticing, thanks to the idyllic lake that touches the property. A huge balcony can also be found, where the new owner will likely enjoy their morning coffee from now on...

Listed with Sotheby's International Realty for a cool £2.1 million ($2.5m), this gothic-style castle is certainly unique. Despite its historic-looking façade, the property was actually finished in 1990 and was inspired by classic medieval architecture. It even features a moat, drawbridge and an entrance with its own knight in shining armour. So, if you're searching for a characterful home that offers design wow-factor and all the modern conveniences of a new-build, then this property could well be for you.

The ghoulishly gothic home sits on six acres of land, is surrounded by a wrought-iron fence and has two gated towers for total security. According to the listing, the castle was built over a seven-year period by the finest artisans from around the world. It reportedly cost £8.3 million ($10m) to complete, which is a staggering amount considering its current price tag.

Measuring 6,106 square feet, the home has plenty of living areas, with soaring coffered ceilings, ornate fireplaces, panelled walls and stained-glass elements. There are five bedrooms and five bathrooms, as well as plenty of unusual extras. For starters, the castle boasts numerous secret rooms, hidden doors, passageways and staircases—not to mention a wine cellar and a Tudor-style pub, tucked away in the basement. But that isn't all...

This weird and wonderful house has its very own tiny town! The space doubles as a luxurious parking garage and benefits from a nightclub-esque dancefloor, as well as a cobbled street with faux storefronts and lamp posts. Amazingly, the house last sold in 2015 for just £748,850 ($900k), so there's definitely room here to secure a bargain.

This medieval fortified castle dates back to the 11th century and is sure to have an amazing history. Currently listed at €2.5 million (£2.2m/$2.7m), it's perched high above the valley between Chambery and Albertville, in the Savoie region of France. 

Inside, the castle has over 6,500 square feet of interior space, spread over three floors. Restored in the 19th century, the perfectly preserved home features original stone walls and many features you wouldn't find in a regular abode, including a dungeon, stables and a chapel. The grand hallway features a carved wood staircase and wood-clad ceilings for a wow-factor welcome. 

With 10 bedrooms and two bathrooms as well as four reception rooms, the huge castle is full of grand spaces. This bedroom features a domed, frescoed ceiling and dark wood-panelled walls—as if the four-poster bed wasn't lavish enough!

Classified as a historical monument, the fantastic fortress sits in nearly two and a half acres of land with uninterrupted south-facing views across the Alps. Surrounded by manicured gardens, there's always an outside space to enjoy in this castle. For sale with Sifex, this dramatic home won't be around for long.

This unique castle, which is listed with First Mallorca for €2.9 million (£2.6m/$3.1m), sits in an elevated position with jaw-dropping views over the village of Sóller, the surrounding countryside and mountains. Built in 1890, the home is set on a plot of just under half an acre and with its pretty stone façade, it looks like it has come straight out of a fairytale.

Inside, the ancient castle features arched doorways, tiled floors and domed ceilings. This living space leads through to a smaller reception room with a traditional green-tiled fireplace with a decorative mantel.

In need of some renovation, the castle has 10 bedrooms and five bathrooms, plus an additional guesthouse. With its abundance of natural light and white walls, this bedroom is a stark contrast to the darker communal living spaces. 

The property has over 1,000 square feet of picturesque terraces, so there's no shortage of outside living spaces too. From this scenic spot, the new buyer can sit back and look out over the crenels to the town below.

If you're seeking a spacious, stylish and stunning property, then this might just be your dream home. As if plucked from the pages of a Gothic romance novel, the historic castle can be found on more than half an acre of land and boasts plenty of kerb appeal—not to mention a jaw-dropping interior.

The stunning Gilded Age home dates back to 1906, but recently received a multi-million-dollar restoration, which honoured the history and craftsmanship of the home, while adding to its charms. Spanning 11,731 square feet, the historic residence boasts gorgeous living spaces, 10 bedrooms and nine bathrooms across four floors.

Every room is overflowing with gorgeous architectural details, such as black walnut floors, mahogany carved millwork, ornate grillwork, original fireplaces, statement ceilings and stained glass elements. Modern additions include the home’s custom thermo-pane windows, which help keep heating the house energy-efficient. 

There's also a stunning master suite, complete with a four-poster bed, designer wallpaper and antique furnishings. Elsewhere, you'll find a secret tunnel that leads from the home to a carriage house and heated garage, both of which are located in the garden. If you've fallen in love, then the castle is currently up for grabs with Coldwell Banker Realty for £2.9 million ($3.5m).

Nestled away in the English countryside, this exceptional Grade II-listed estate offers space, style and scenery in abundance. Known as Castle Eden, the property can be found in the heart of County Durham and comes complete with 14 acres of perfectly landscaped grounds, enclosed by Castle Eden Nature Reserve.

Standing proud at 15,102 square feet, the Palladian-style historic home dates back to the early 1700s but thanks to a recent renovation, the interior is immaculately presented. Inside, you'll find a grand entrance hall, numerous reception rooms, a large kitchen, a formal dining room that doubles as a games room, 11 bedrooms and 12 bathrooms.

Every single room is overflowing with amazing design details, too. From hand-painted wall murals to delicate crown mouldings, elaborate chandeliers and hardwood floors, there's plenty to love about this house. Plus, upstairs you can take in a truly mesmerising domed skylight, which allows abundant light to flood inside.

On the market for £3 million ($3.6m), every window captures incredible views across the surrounding landscape. The estate also benefits from a wrap-around courtyard, an orangery, an outdoor bar and an amazing brick cellar that has been described by the listing agents as a private dungeon. This space can be accessed via stone steps from the ground floor and includes many different rooms that span the entire footprint of the castle—private wine cellar and tasting room, anyone?

If you're house-hunting in Scotland and happen to have £3 million ($3.6m) going spare, then Brechin Castle could be the fairytale castle for you. Positioned on 70 acres of land on the banks of the River South Esk in Angus, the historic home is enclosed by scenic lochs and the peaks of the Grampian Mountains.

On the market with Savills, the property was built on the site of a much older fortress, which belonged to the Scottish Kings, however, the present house was constructed in the early 1700s and incorporates part of the original castle, dating back to the 12th century. Inside, you'll find eight dazzling reception rooms, 16 bedrooms and 10 bathrooms, all exquisitely decorated.

Throughout the elegant home you’ll find some truly stunning original features, including panelled walls, impressive columns, imposing staircases, striking ironwork balustrades and vaulted ceilings. There’s a grand entrance hall, a mesmerising gallery, a family sitting room, a formal dining room and a drawing room steeped in history. The 14th Countess of Dalhousie appointed John Keeble of London to design the room, which boasts detailed woodwork decorated with family crests. 

Many of the rooms also enjoy attractive river views, while the garden is the perfect place to while away a few hours. As well as picturesque gardens, the estate is home to enchanting courtyards, estate offices, ancillary storage and staff accommodation. There are a total of five estate cottages too, which could easily be rented out to keen travellers in this scenic part of Scotland.

Accurately named, The Castle is positioned on half-an-acre of land in Lorne Park, an idyllic residential neighbourhood in Mississauga, Ontario. Listed with Search Realty Corp. for CAD$5.8 million, which equates to £3.6 million ($4.3m), the imposing property has a seriously stunning exterior, complete with a fairytale tower, faux battlements and other storybook design details.

However, the interior is a different story altogether. Constructed in 1976, the luxurious home measures 2,620 square feet and offers sprawling living spaces, finished with high-end materials and designer furnishings. The entrance hall, pictured here, would certainly provide a warm welcome for any guests. Many of the rooms benefit from coffered ceilings, stone floors, luxe fireplaces and hand-painted murals.

The amazing Canadian home features numerous living rooms, a dining room, five bedrooms, six bathrooms, two home offices and a laundry zone. There's even a huge attic that could be transformed into a playroom and a fully-finished basement that's currently home to a bar and lounge area. 

Other highlights include the home’s swimming pool, koi pond, hot tub and grand, custom kitchen. But the master bedroom has to be one of the finest places in this home. Just look at that ceiling and stained-glass window! It's really no wonder the incredible property comes with such a sizable price tag.

Nicknamed The Harry Potter House, this incredible stately home was custom built in 2002 and is considered the most recognisable home in all of Burbank, California. Thanks to its elevated, hilltop position, the modern castle enjoys unobstructed views of the city and surrounding mountains.

The Tudor-style home is for sale for the first time in 20 years, so we're sure it won't be available for long. Its interior measures 5,317 square feet and comes complete with four bedrooms and five bathrooms, as well as stunning living spaces with jaw-dropping scenery. There's a grand entrance hall, a cosy living room, a dramatic dining room topped by a hand-painted fresco and a magnificent kitchen that's four times the size of most.

Despite being a relatively modern home, The Burbank Castle boasts plenty of historic-looking design elements, such as exposed timber beams, stamped copper ceilings, Venetian plaster walls, stained-glass windows, wrought-iron work and brick fireplaces. This is the master suite and it showcases many of these details. The room comes with its own private balcony and a bathroom kitted out with marble columns.

Nestled on almost an acre, the modern castle features a lovely garden, a saltwater pool with a charming bridge, an outdoor kitchen, a four-car garage and a spa that allows for city views while you soak. Listed with The Beverly Hills Estates for just shy of £4.2 million ($5m), the new owner will want for nothing.

If you're seeking a unique home in Fayetteville, Arkansas, then this one-of-a-kind residence might be to your liking. Despite its rustic, European-inspired façade, the property was actually constructed in 2007. Designed by an acclaimed architect, it's reportedly formed from more than 4,000 tonnes of native rock, and each piece was hand-hewn and intricately fitted into place. 

The American castle spans 8,825 square feet and boasts five bedrooms, five bathrooms and dozens of incredible living rooms. Elegant and refined, every room has been meticulously crafted, decked out with coffered ceilings, maple and walnut woodwork, structural columns, elegant light fixtures, hand-carved mouldings and open fireplaces. 

Among the home's finest spaces are the 2,200-square-foot great room that's perfect for entertaining, and the stunning cherry library, which would be the ultimate place to lose yourself in a good book. Elsewhere, the master suite dazzles with a vaulted beamed ceiling and Grecian-inspired columns. The home's fourth floor even benefits from a 70-foot observation deck, providing uninterrupted views across the Ozarks. 

Step outside and you'll find a gorgeous backyard. The picturesque estate stretches 34 acres and features ponds, lawns and flowerbeds, as well as a putting green, a glistening swimming pool and a dining patio. Ideally located, the pad is just a mile away from the private airport at Drake Field, so you can jet off whenever the need arises. If you've fallen head over heels, then Keller Williams Market Pro Realty has all the information you need.

Over in Tours, France, lies a picture-perfect château that appears plucked from a storybook. On the market for just shy of €4.7 million (£4.2m/$5m) with Sotheby's International Realty, the historic estate dates back to the 15th century and boasts plenty of Old World charm.

Brimming with history, the castle can be found in a small town near Indre et Loire and over the years it has become somewhat of a landmark in the local area. Stretching up six storeys, the historic home features a 21,527-square-foot interior and an almost 20-acre garden, equipped with fountains and a swimming pool.

Step inside and you'll find elegant reception rooms and lounges overflowing with period details. From arched ceilings to parquet floors and stone accents, this home has plenty of unique character. There are 40 rooms in total and 32 of them are bedrooms, which means this place could easily be turned into a high-end hotel or boutique bed and breakfast.

Yet it really is all about what's going on outside. From enchanting courtyards to sleepy gardens, this historic castle has it all. There's even a janitor's house, several outbuildings and magnificent cellars that are waiting to be put to better use... 

Built in the 1500s, the Castle of Caprarica, which is on the market for an undisclosed sum, sits in the historic town of Tricase in southeast Italy. With its original rectangular floor plan featuring four towers, it's been perfectly restored and preserved. Inside, the four walls hide the delights of the fairytale castle, including a private garden. 

Inside, the main part of the castle has 12 bedrooms and 12 bathrooms. Divided into two floors, it has three large bedrooms on the first floor, as well as an array of bathrooms. This reception room features a domed ceiling and very little natural light, making it the ideal cosy snug or family den.

The country-style kitchen features a beamed ceiling, an abundance of tiles and a centre island. A single door leads outside to the large patio and the swimming pool, making it the ideal space for entertaining. 

Protected by its 20-foot-high walls, the home's garden spans just over two and a half acres and houses two large outbuildings and a dovecote. If the weather gets too hot, there's an infinity swimming pool and covered patios to cool off while you relax.

Known as Château de Vaumarcus, this gorgeous home lies in Neuchâtel, Switzerland, and is currently on the market for a confidential amount. Nestled on more than 63 acres of land, Sotheby's International Realty called it "one of the most beautiful vestiges of the Middle Ages in Switzerland", and we can't help but agree. Let's take a closer look...

Positioned on a rocky lot that offers panoramic views of Lake Neuchâtel, the estate is split into six separate structures and boasts a staggering 200 rooms. There’s the main castle, which has its very own dungeon, a former palace that’s been transformed into seven luxury apartments and a historic house. Talk about bang for your buck!

The main castle spans 17,577 square feet and every single inside space is sumptuously decorated. There are countless reception rooms, bedrooms and lounges for hosting and unwinding—plus, just look at the amazing original features. From statement ceilings to exposed brick accents, gorgeous European fireplaces, tiled elements and hardwood floors, the château is truly otherworldly.

What's more, the estate boasts numerous offices and a lovely wedding reception room, so the new owner can host ceremonies and other events to make some additional income. What's more, with so many rooms and apartments throughout, you'll be able to accommodate endless guests.

Surrounded by picturesque grounds, this castle in West Flanders, Belgium is truly something to behold. Hidden behind a long, private driveway and enclosed by a landscaped park that spans almost 24 acres, the castle was built in 1729 and would make the ideal private retreat for someone with the right budget.

On the market for an undisclosed sum, the home has over 12,900 square feet of interior space and is very traditional in style. The lucky new resident will be greeted by neo-Renaissance living rooms kitted out with parquet floors, elegant light fixtures and statement fireplaces. 

On the ground floor, you'll find a grand foyer that opens into several sitting rooms. There's also a wood-panelled library, a large dining room, a kitchen and a striking staircase that leads to the first floor. Here, a dreamy master suite can be found, along with five more bedrooms and three bathrooms. 

There's plenty going on outside, too. The landscaped park is home to wild meadows and picture-perfect woods, as well as two ancient coach houses that could easily be converted into characterful homes. If you've fallen in love, then Sotheby's International Realty has all the details.

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