King Charles opens historic part of Sandringham Estate to public for overnight stays
King Charles III has opened a previously private part of his Sandringham Estate to the public, allowing guests to spend the night in a restored Victorian water tower for the first time.
The Water Tower, located on the 20,000-acre Sandringham Estate in Norfolk, England, was built in 1877 to provide fresh water to the royal residence. It has now been transformed into a private retreat for two, combining its original Victorian architecture with modern amenities.
According to the Sandringham Estate listing, The four-story, one-bedroom retreat comes with a range of amenities, including a kitchen, dining room, living room with a working fireplace, king-sized bed, Wi-Fi, private parking, and an enclosed garden.
Guests can also access an elevated outdoor seating area and a rooftop terrace built above the original water tank, offering views of the surrounding Norfolk countryside. The property is within walking distance of a village and is also close to beaches and hiking trails.
The listing notes that the accommodation is not suitable for children.
The tower was designed by engineer James Mansergh and is notable for its circular shape, intricate brickwork, and neo-Byzantine architectural details. After nearly 150 years, it has been restored as what the estate describes as an unusual and memorable stay in Britain.
The Water Tower joins other accommodations already available to visitors on the estate, including The Folly and Gardens House. Sandringham is one of two privately owned estates belonging to King Charles, the other being Balmoral in Scotland.
According to the official website of the Royal Family, Sandringham has long been associated with the Royal Family and is traditionally where they gather for Christmas. The estate was purchased by the future King Edward VII in 1862 and has remained in the Royal Family ever since.
The Water Tower is now available to book through the “Stays” section of the official Sandringham Estate website, where visitors can check availability and reserve their stay. The estate lists the property as an accommodation for two.
Prices vary depending on the dates selected. A stay at the Water Tower is priced at almost £160 per night, although the final rate is determined by the booking dates and availability.
