King Charles' old country home hits market for £4.5m - and he can still visit
A breathtaking country estate previously belonging to King Charles has hit the market for £4.5 million – and he retains visiting rights, as long as he provides 24 hours' notice.
Tucked away in the heart of Dartmoor National Park lies Brimptsmead Estate, an Edwardian country home originally built as a private hunting lodge.
Sold by the King in 1993, His Majesty still holds fishing rights on the property, requiring just 24 hours' advance warning – meaning the new proprietor might find themselves sharing these gorgeous surroundings with royalty.
Encircled by land still mostly owned by the Duchy, estate agents have hailed the property as a "truly rare opportunity to own freehold land in one of the most protected and treasured landscapes in the UK".
Spanning nine acres, the main residence has been "exquisitely restored" and features six bedrooms, five bathrooms, and numerous living spaces across 5,984sq ft, reports Devon Live.
The estate also includes two cottages, a granite-built party barn and extensive garaging, according to Luxury Property News. The unnamed seller has waxed lyrical about the historic abode, calling it a "beauty and deep tranquillity" haven.
They were drawn to an interview in London after showing interest in buying the property back in the 90s. The restoration was a labour of love, with "every decision made with authenticity in mind".
Upgrades include bespoke leaded windows, bronze door handles, rejuvenated original oak and satinwood panelling, newly installed cast iron radiators, and subtly integrated underfloor heating.
The current owners have cherished nine functional fireplaces and describe the house as their family's "sanctuary", sharing: "From evening gatherings in the panelled drawing room, to quiet mornings in the turret, to watching the sun set from the Shed's balcony, Brimptsmead has been a place to live, to love, and to remember."
Tucked away from the main residence are two cottages – Bentley and Herb – providing self-contained living spaces for visitors, extended kin or domestic help.
Brimptsmead boasts a secluded, south-facing position within Dartmoor National Park, elevated and undisturbed by public footpaths. The grounds are a tapestry of lawns, age-old woods, a grassy meadow, and a sloping field leading to open Duchy farmland.
This exquisite property is up for grabs through By Design, with an asking price of £4.5 million.
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