Henry VIII’s ‘Love Nest’ Is Up For Auction — And Could Be Your New Home

Ever wanted to live in a home fit for a queen? Anne Boleyn’s former residence (and Henry VIII’s romantic hideaway) could now be yours.

Anne Boleyn and Henry VIII’s Romantic Rendezvous Site Is Up For Auction

The property is only a six minute walk from Windsor Castle

With six wives to juggle throughout his tempestuous reign, it must have been a challenge for Henry VIII to keep his multiple affairs hidden away from their many prying eyes. Of his numerous romantic escapades, the most notorious affair of them all was his clandestine connection to his soon-to-be second wife Anne Boleyn. An affair so fraught that it brought about the collapse of England’s relationship to the Catholic Church in Rome, and birthed a whole new religious order – crucially one that permitted divorce. 

Only a stone’s throw (or six minute walk) from his oft-frequented royal residence at Windsor Castle, he allegedly hid his then-mistress Anne Boleyn on the nearby Peascod Street. Here he could enjoy his late night trysts in secret, away from the whispers of the court and the concerned sighs of Catherine of Aragon: wife number one in the divorced, beheaded, died line-up. 

With Windsor Castle still used by King Charles today, not only does this property give you the chance to live among the phantoms of royals past, but be a neighbour to royals present too. Surrounded by expansive gardens and local shops, this Tudor house – equipped with all the fairytale-esque wooden beams and slanting walls that you could desire – is a true history lover’s dream.

While Anne Boleyn’s own royal romance may have left her sans-head (for the alleged crimes of adultery and treason), any love for this historic property will be a much more risk-free affair. 

The Grade II listed, three bedroom maisonette is named for the historic queen who is believed to have lodged in the former inn while she was the secret lover of King Henry VIII. Auctioned by Auction House London, this royal residence could be yours for as little as £295,000. 

The 16th century lot is split over the first and second floors and is situated in a mid terrace building arranged over the ground floor and situated beneath two upper floors. Not only is this historic property steeped in the secrets of Henry VIII’s lover (imagine if these walls could talk), but the location also provide a quick commute into the centre of London. 

With a reception room, kitchen and WC on the ground floor, and three bedrooms and a bathroom upstairs, this property spans approximately 89 square metres. Located on a residential road, it is close to a range of shops and amenities. The open spaces of Alexandra Gardens are within easy reach, and there are excellent transport links from Windsor & Eton Central rail station. 

If you’re interested in viewing this historic property, Auction House London are running open house viewings with no booking required. Each viewing runs from 12pm to 12:30pm on the 24, 28 and 30 July as well as the 2 and 4 August. Interested buyers can bid over the phone or online. 

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