Craigcrook Castle

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Craigcrook Castle, Scotland- £6 million
Spread over 4.4 acres of land, the 16th century Craigcrook castle is situated in Blackhall, roughly three miles west of the center of Edinburgh, Scotland. It was built by William Adamson and has been host to a number of prominent visitors, including Sir Walter Scott, Charles Dickens, George Eliot, Alfred Lord Tennyson among others. The three storied castle along with its round tower provides a magnificent and panoramic view of Firth of Forth, Blackhall and Corstorphine Hills. The asking price for this piece of history is £6 million.

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