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Prince Charles' secret home abroad he rents out - full tour

The Prince of Wales owns a beautiful guesthouse in Viscri

Bridie Wilkins
Senior Health & Fitness Writer
August 25, 2022
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Prince Charles has an extensive property portfolio, including Clarence House and Highgrove House in the UK, but did you know that the Prince of Wales also owns a rural farmhouse in Viscri, a small village in Transylvania?

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The royal bought the property in 2006, after falling in love with the country during a visit in 1998.

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Typically, he spends a couple of days a year here and the guest house is rented out to the public when he is not there. It's known as the Blue House, and features seven double bedrooms with en-suites, a drawing and dining room, a sitting room and a kitchen. Take a look inside…

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The property takes its name from the distinct blue hue of the building.

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A rustic aesthetic is maintained throughout, with high ceilings and concrete white walls. 

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The bedrooms are furnished exclusively with antique Transylvanian furniture. According to the guesthouse's website, there are no televisions or radios, in order to create an atmosphere "of peace and tranquility".

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Three of the bedrooms' en-suites feature their own bathtub. This space is decorated with patterned wallpaper and hand-painted plates, reflecting authentic Transylvanian culture.

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A different bathroom in the home has a freestanding tub. The tapestry hanging on the wall is a traditional Transylvanian feature, and is one of many hanging throughout the house.

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The guest house has its own outdoor breakfast barn, complete with an enormous bread oven. 

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