Szombathely, Hungary

Description

A magnificent historic castle, originally documented in 1549 and redesigned to its iconic form in 1898 by renowned architect Artur Meining, is now offered for sale. The current owner completed an extensive, museum-quality restoration starting in 2004, faithfully recreating its original elegance.

Key Features:
• Restored original mansard roof and copper tower
• 6 finished guest suites, with space for 12
additional rooms
• Passenger elevator and service lift
• 26 functioning antique fireplaces with modern
central heating
• Several hundred artworks: approx. 400 paintings,
80 carpets, and a rare Asian ceramics collection
• Exclusive antique furnishings sourced from Europe
and Asia

Park & Grounds:
• Reconstructed French and English gardens, plus a
Japanese garden with koi pond and waterfall
• 15th-century statues and historic fountains
• 5,000 newly planted trees and 1 million plants
• 6-stall stable, 4-car garage, staff facilities
• Two bridges spanning the Sorok River, with
automated drainage system

This estate is not just a property, but a work of art with exceptional historical value, which would be perfect as an ideal private castle, an exclusive boutique hotel, or a representative event venue.