Dinton Castle, as featured on 'Grand Designs'

Castle in Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom

  1. 4 guests
  2. 2 bedrooms
  3. 3 beds
  4. 2.5 baths
Hosted by John
  1. Superhost
  2. 3 years hosting

Listing highlights

Top 1% of homes

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Exceptional check-in experience

Recent guests gave the check-in process a 5-star rating.

Beautiful area

Guests love this home’s scenic location.
Dinton Castle is a 250-year-old landmark in Buckinghamshire, beautifully restored into a unique two-bedroom home. Featured on Grand Designs and viewed by millions, it went viral again in 2023 with 15M+ views in 24 hours on TikTok and Insta. Less than an hour from London, this iconic folly is now yours to enjoy – a once-derelict ruin reborn as a dreamlike escape. (See Dinton Castle’s website for more.)

The space
This is no ordinary stay – it's a fairytale castle, lovingly brought back to life. After the full restoration was completed in 2021, the new owner (John) moved in – though he happily steps aside so you can enjoy the whole place for yourself during your visit. It's a one-of-a-kind home, full of charm, history, and imagination. Come and experience the magic of Dinton Castle for yourself.

Guest access
The entire castle and grounds are yours during your stay – no shared spaces, no interruptions. Enjoy total privacy inside and out, from the grand turreted living space to the peaceful garden over 1 acre in size. This is your chance to live like royalty for a night or two.

Other things to note
Just so you're aware – the castle sits beside the A418, a main road connecting Oxford and Aylesbury. While the photos don’t show it clearly, you might hear some road noise at the front. That said, the castle walls are incredibly thick, so it's peaceful inside, and the garden at the rear offers a quiet, private escape. Most guests find that the magic of staying in a real castle far outweighs the occasional hum of passing traffic.

Where you’ll sleep

What this place offers

Garden view
Valley view
Kitchen
Fast wifi – 931 Mbps
Free parking on premises

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Rated 4.99 out of 5 from 119 reviews.

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Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for check-in

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Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for location

Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for value

Where you’ll be

Buckinghamshire, England, United Kingdom
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Neighborhood highlights

Dinton Castle is a unique character property set in an idyllic countryside location in the heart of Buckinghamshire and surrounded by panoramic views. Dinton Castle is located on the A418, on the outskirts of the picturesque village of Dinton. Situated at the foot of the Chiltern Hills, the village has a public house, church and primary school.

Meet your host

Superhost
119 reviews
4.99 out of 5 average rating
3 years of hosting
Lives in Thame, United Kingdom

John is a Superhost

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Host details

Response rate: 100%
Responds within an hour
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Things to know

House rules

Check-in after 4:00 PM
Checkout before 11:00 AM
4 guests maximum

Safety & property

Exterior security cameras on property
Heights without rails or protection
Climbing or play structure

Cancellation policy