The Grade II listed Gothic turret, which harks back to the 19th Century is a one of a kind building
Britain’s smallest castle, so cramped that the bathtub sits underneath the bed, has come up for sale at £330,000. The Grade II listed Gothic tower, dating back to the 19th century, commands breathtaking views over Ross-on-Wye in Herefordshire.
The Gazebo Tower, offering just 645sq ft (59sq m) of living space, forms part of the historic town’s ancient walls. Hailed as a ‘local landmark’, this quirky three-storey building would serve as an excellent holiday home or Airbnb venture.
Each circular room measures roughly 5m (16ft) in diameter and includes a kitchen, sitting room and bedroom, plus a compact rooftop deck,
Built in 1833, it commands panoramic views across the surrounding landscape and was originally conceived as an observation tower or ornamental folly. Love dreamy Welsh homes? Sign up to our newsletter here
Property agents Hamilton Stiller commented: “An opportunity to own a landmark and one of Ross-on-Wye’s most striking features, reports Birmingham Live.
“This Grade II Listed historic folly tower offers 360-degree views across the famous horseshoe bend of the River Wye, the Black Mountains of southeast Wales, the iconic spire of Saint Mary’s Church, Chase Wood and Ross-on-Wye’s colourful architecture.”
The double bed has a bathtub tucked beneath it, meaning a future owner could make the most of this unusual layout by fitting a spring-loaded bed system.
This room also includes an en-suite shower room, with another winding staircase ascending to the battery-operated roof access. From this viewpoint, the new owners can enjoy stunning panoramic views of Ross-on-Wye and the surrounding countryside beyond the tower’s battlements.
It’s not uncommon to see athletes from Ross Rowing Club skilfully navigating the River Wye.
The delightful market town of Ledbury is a mere 13 miles away, and London Paddington can be reached by train in just two hours.
Back in 2001, Herefordshire Council, the previous owners, decided to put the tower up for sale.
At that time, the first and only floor was accessible solely by ladder.
Tony Billingham was the fortunate bidder who managed to secure it after submitting a bid by post.
Over the years, Tony and his family have transformed the property into a liveable space, opening it up for visitors to explore with donations going towards local charities.