Gatehouses were often built at the entrances to imposing country estates; the ultimate curb appeal technique. As such, the were often constructed as ‘mini mes‘ of the great houses themselves. These gatehouses are generally characterful and, although often situated close to the roadside, were set in large, sprawling grounds – even if the land doesn’t belong to the gatehouse property itself – it gives a feeling of space.

If you like the idea of owning and living in your own castle, but you only have a bungalow budget – perhaps one of these gatehouses is a good alternative.

Offers over £200,000 – The Lodge, Edrington House, Foulden, Berwick upon Tweed TD15 1UF

The Lodge, Edrington House is the perfect countryside bolthole, offering characterful accommodation amongst the stunning countryside of the Scottish Borders and close to the attractive village of Foulden. Presented in good order, this pretty Category C listed cottage offers contemporary living in a wonderful home that oozes charm and character and offers peaceful country living in fantastic scenery with beautiful walks straight from the doorstep.
As the former gate lodge to Edrington House the (1 bedroom) cottage has an imposing entrance by the stone gate piers and decorative iron gates leading to the driveway of Edrington House.

£350,000 – Hilltop House Lodge, Spen Lane, Gomersal, Cleckheaton, West Yorkshire BD19 4LS

Hilltop Lodge is a truly unique opportunity to own a beautiful and characterful home with tremendous potential.
Externally, the home sits on a lovely sized plot. As you enter through the gates from Spen Lane the property is flanked by original stone walls and stone pillars with timber gates to the driveway.

• Grade II listed gatehouse
• Three double bedrooms
• 30ft beautiful orangery
• Large gardens and driveway
• Heart of Gomersal
• Sun room, garden room and utility
• En-suite to master

Lodge for the Grade II listed Hilltop House

£1,500,000 – Old Gate House, Sydenham Hill, London SE26 6TH

A sensitively restored Arts and Crafts gem… at the entrance to a secluded private estate on the edge of Sydenham & Dulwich Woods.

• 3 bedrooms
• Reception room
• Kitchen
• Breakfast room
• 2 bathrooms
• WC

Gate house for the Grade II listed Beltwood House