King Charles has unveiled a long-awaited new development at Sandringham, the estate where his brother Andrew has been living in exile, marking a fresh chapter for the royal property.
The monarch has showcased a “remarkable piece of Royal history” at Sandringham after the estate’s historic 19th-century Water Tower was restored and converted into accommodation.
"The wait is over... Introducing The Water Tower," the estate's Instagram page announced.
It added, "Rising majestically above the Norfolk countryside on the historic Sandringham Estate, a remarkable piece of Royal history is being unveiled for a new chapter."
The post mentioned, "Originally crowned by a vast 32,000-gallon cast-iron tank supplying water to Sandringham House and the surrounding Estate, the Tower now offers guests the rare opportunity to stay within a genuine piece of Royal history.”
"Inside, the accommodation has been carefully designed to celebrate the building’s unique character," the social media post explained.
The 1877-built Water Tower was created to provide fresh water to the royal residence and has remained standing for almost 150 years, featuring a circular neo-Byzantine design by engineer James Mansergh.
The Water Tower has been "thoughtfully restored into a romantic retreat for two, where Royal heritage, architectural significance and far-reaching views combine to create an unforgettable escape," as per the stays section on the Sandringham website.
Charles stays at Sandringham House during visits to the vast estate, while Andrew has reportedly moved into Marsh Farm, located in Wolferton.
The estate offers guests access to the house, gardens and a range of restored stays surrounded by woodland.
The Folly, dating to the 19th century, has evolved from a hunting lodge into an afternoon tea spot and eventually a private retreat.
"The restoration, guided by the Sandringham Estate team, honours the building’s romantic history while incorporating modern comforts," the Sandringham site stated
The Gardens House, an Edwardian-style property that once housed Sandringham’s head gardener, has been transformed into a secluded country stay.
