A pick of the best Downton Abbey-esque historic homes

But Downton Abbey was never simply a drama. It was a sensorial immersion. From period costumes to intricate props, the series transported audiences into the heart of Edwardian opulence. That visual grandeur is currently being celebrated with a Bonhams auction, giving devoted fans the rare opportunity to acquire original set pieces and garments that brought the saga to life on screen.

Central to the show’s emotional and narrative resonance is its architectural canvas, Highclere Castle, its Jacobethan façade, soaring towers, and intricate stonework evoking a sense of timeless majesty. Inside, sweeping staircases, vaulted ceilings and richly detailed rooms immerse viewers in the elegance of the age. The estate does more than provide a backdrop, it manifests the values, tensions, and aspirations of an era.

Whether you are a lifelong devotee or simply an admirer of exquisite period architecture, we have curated a Downton Abbey-inspired portfolio of the finest properties currently on the market, so you can live out your very own Downton dream.