Loftus Hall: A Haunted Mansion for Sale in Ireland
Your dream mansion could be all yours, as long as you don’t mind some unconventional roommates.
Loftus Hall, which is considered one of the most haunted houses in Ireland, is now up for sale. The current owners are asking for €2.5 million ($2.89 million USD) for the palatial, 27,000-square-foot home, plus 63 acres of land (including a private beach).
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Located near the town of Wexford, the building is not only a truly historic and beautiful home but also the source of many scary stories over the centuries. Current owners Shane and Aidan Quigley took it over in 2011 and renovated it to open to the public. However, other than the current owners, it’s also home to some famous “residents.”
The most popular tale involves a “dark stranger” who approached the home during the time it was owned by the Tottenham family in the 18th century. The hall is reportedly haunted by a young woman, presumably Lady Anne Tottenham, who died after suffering the shock of discovering this visitor was not a human but a supernatural being with “cloven hooves.” Consequently, the stranger disappeared, leaving a hole in the roof.
Explore the Paranormal Mysteries
This visitor, often labeled as “the devil,” is also said to haunt the halls. Although there have been no proven hauntings before Loftus Hall became a tourist attraction, filmmakers created a popular documentary about the home, The Legend of Loftus Hall, which has been featured on many ghost-hunting travel shows, like Ghost Adventures. Additionally, it is believed to be the inspiration for Fowl Manor in the Artemis Fowl book series.
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If you decide this is your dream home, the Georgian mansion is equipped with 22 rooms for you and your guests to explore, or even come into contact with a spectral visitor. Moreover, potential new owners can email info@loftushall.ie for more information about acquiring this magnificent mansion. Loftus Hall is also open for ghost tours and “paranormal lockdowns,” though currently, masks are required due to safety guidelines.
