If you've ever dreamt of sleeping in Rapunzel's tower or living in a characterful woodland cottage like Hansel and Gretel (minus the evil witch, of course), then these enchanting properties are sure to delight. From turreted retreats to storybook homes that appear plucked from the pages of classic novels, turn the page to explore the best fairytale homes on the market right now. Click or scroll on for a little taste of magic...

As far as chocolate-box cottages go, this one in the English village of Winterbourne Dauntsey, Wiltshire, is pretty appealing. Listed with Myddelton & Major for a fairly reasonable £425,000 ($528k), the historic property is Grade II-listed and boasts plenty of aesthetic intrigue, both inside and out.

The storybook cottage is a real classic and is thought to date back to the 17th century. With its pretty thatched roof, exposed brick walls and rustic ceiling beams, it offers character and cosiness in bucket loads. What’s more, it was built from cob, meaning it’s fairly eco-friendly considering its age.

The historic home comes complete with a snug lounge, a modern kitchen, a dining room, three bedrooms and one bathroom, as well as a sympathetic extension created in the 1990s that's home to a summer house. 

Everywhere you look you'll find quirky architectural details, such as sloping walls and ceilings, cute wooden doors with iron latches, huge brick fireplaces, hardwood floors and dinky windows with tiled sills. The master suite is a cosy and light-filled space – and we love how the home's historic timber beams act as a natural headboard.

Outside, there's a large and leafy garden that wraps all the way around the property, allowing for privacy and seclusion. The beautiful backyard is also home to a driveway and a bespoke, log cabin-style garden shed that could easily be transformed into a guest house.

Magical, unique and stunning in equal parts, this extraordinary property has to be seen to be believed. Located inside a hidden canyon in the heart of the Hollywood Hills in Los Angeles, the fairytale cottage offers space and style in abundance – not to mention plenty of quirky extras.

The spectacular house looks like it's straight out of a fairytale. Its design is also reminiscent of Roland E. Hill’s iconic Sleeping Beauty Castle in Disneyland. The magical residence comes complete with turrets, spiral stone staircases and bridges that appear to float above the garden, including one that leads to the Peter Pan-esque front door.

Built in 1938, the property has a fascinating history and an interior that could inspire even the most jaded of artists. Inside, you'll find just over 1,000 square feet of space, but every room is brimming with personality. From the hewn timber beams to the quaint fireplaces, intricate woodwork, adorable leaded windows, stained-glass elements, unique alcoves and Cinderella-style balconies, we can't get over how cool this house is.

Spread over three floors, the house was lovingly restored by the award-winning designer Joshua Cain, and now offers smart home heating and cooling, and modern appliances that have been seamlessly integrated. There are two bedrooms and one bathroom in total, and the master suite is one of the finest spaces in the house thanks to its exposed statement ceiling, adorable little windows and green French doors, which open up to a private balcony overlooking the backyard. 

Head outside and things are equally as magical. The sprawling wooded garden is home to a grassy yard with a pond, a waterfall and a wooden bridge, as well as a stone stage with outdoor electrics – the perfect spot for your hot tub. Despite the home's scale, location and beauty, it's currently on the market for $1.4 million (£1.1m) – act quickly before this fairytale residence is snapped up.

About as quirky as homes get, this one-of-a-kind residence can be found on an enchanting mountainside plot in the heart of British Columbia, Canada. Up for grabs for just under CAD$2 million – that's £1.3 million or $1.6 million – the custom-made property dates back to 1976 and boasts a storybook façade unlike any other.

Affectionately known as the "Castle in the Forest", the house was constructed using multiple layers of steel mesh and reinforced concrete plaster, much like the unique bubble homes that can be found around the world. This traditional building technique means the pad will last for centuries, and is resistant to "fire, rot and insects", according to the listing.

Inside, the home boasts plenty of charm and character. From the coloured concrete floors to the impressive arched doors and windows, vaulted ceilings and stained-glass accents, there’s much to love. The property offers five bathrooms, a snug lounge, a country-style kitchen, a music room and a mezzanine office. Perhaps the best feature is the home’s impressive three-storey tower, which houses all three bedrooms, connected via a stunning spiral staircase.

Other features include the home’s wood-fired sauna and a 1,450-square-foot workshop with an artist’s studio, both of which are in a great state of repair. Outside there are patios for dining and relaxing, as well as a swimming pool, a greenhouse, numerous gardens and orchards. There’s even a standalone three-bedroom guest lodge.

Perfect for someone seeking seclusion, space and enchanting views, the remote luxury home sits on almost 22 acres of land and is enclosed by towering trees. The shores of Christina Lake are within touching distance, while there are many walking trails and woodlands nearby for the new owner to explore. Bliss!

On the market with First National Real Estate with a guide price of AUD$2.4 million, that's £1.4 million ($1.7m), Mira Mira in Victoria, Australia, is a weird and wonderful home unlike any other. Despite its hefty price tag, this characterful residence offers plenty of bang for your buck, with not one, but three fairytale homes located on its 20-acre estate. The whimsical property is on the market for the very first time and we bet it will be difficult for the current owners to give up.

Sprawling and stylish, the main residence features turrets, arched windows and stained glass, while inside it boasts dramatic living spaces with hand-painted ceilings, exposed beams and brick doorways. There's a huge lounge, a professional kitchen, nine bedrooms and seven bathrooms, as well as a luxurious basement with a Medieval-themed games room, bar and banqueting table.

Perfect for a family, the estate could also make the ultimate Airbnb business, since it’s home to numerous quirky guest houses. These include this characterful Hobbit-style home, which offers a colourful interior that looks like it's straight out of Hansel and Gretel. 

Inside, the unusual holiday home offers tiny doorways, rustic curved walls, handmade four-poster beds, asymmetric windows, quirky skylights and hand-painted pillars. Elsewhere, the estate features an English cottage with rustic beams and a Japanese-themed guest lodge, complete with a koi pond and shoji screen walls. There are also three dams, one of which is spring-fed, a barn shed that’s ripe for conversion and five acres of bushland.

And that's not all. There's also a cave-like home hidden in the garden, the entrance of which is the face of a huge stone gargoyle. Inside, the guest suite offers a living space and a cavernous bedroom with a four-poster bed. What's more, the enchanting property is a 90-minute drive from central Melbourne and the ski slopes of Mount Baw Baw Alpine Resort. What could be better than that?

Nestled in over 16 acres of uninterrupted countryside, this dream castle in Angouleme, France is the perfect castle for a modern fairytale. On the market for €2.3 million (£2m/$2.4m), it could also be a good purchase for those looking for land to develop.

Recently renovated, the castle has been transformed into a modern home packed full of grandeur and beauty. With over 11,000 square feet of sprawling living space, the residence boasts high ceilings and ornate fireplaces across its opulent interiors.

The grand entrance hall combines smooth marble floors and gallery walls with traditional furniture. Elsewhere there's a formal dining groom, a bar, a kitchen, a laundry room and a games room, complete with a snooker table. 

The main master suite features a walk-in wardrobe and an ensuite bathroom, while elsewhere there are three more bedrooms and two bathrooms. With its exposed wooden beams, vaulted ceiling and whitewashed brick walls, we can almost see Snow White setting up home here. 

Set apart from the castle in the extensive grounds, you'll find a two-bedroom guesthouse with a private terrace, a summer dining room, a studio, two guest suites, a four-bedroom cottage, a caretaker's house and a large garage. This area of the property also boasts a heated swimming pool.  

From the exterior, Cornwall Castle looks like an illustration from the pages of a storybook. Grand, elegant and entirely magical in its aesthetic, the property was constructed in 1921 and can be found at the end of a mile-long drive in West Cornwall, Connecticut, surrounded by more than 276 acres of land. From its charming stone exterior to the towering turrets, whimsical gargoyles and griffins, there's no denying this property has plenty of kerb appeal.

The European-style château was commissioned by New York socialite Charlotte Bronson Hunnewell Martin, and has been beautifully restored by its current owners, resulting in spaces that blend old-world charm with modern comfort. Inside, you'll find 18 rooms across its 8,767-square-foot floorplan, including seven bedrooms, five full and four half bathrooms, a luxurious living room, a gourmet kitchen and a wood-panelled dining room.

Every room is characterised by remarkable craftsmanship and stunning architectural details, including 20-foot ceilings, mahogany-panelled walls, marble floors, hand-painted beams and traditional French doors that open onto the garden's numerous stone terraces. Standout details include the home's hand-carved staircase, tiny tiled alcoves and leaded glass windows.

The dreamy garden could easily be the setting for a movie adaptation of a period novel. From iron gates covered in climbing vines to rolling meadows, babbling brooks, enchanting ponds and magical waterfalls, we could get lost exploring these grounds. Elsewhere, you'll find stone footbridges, courtyard fountains, outdoor fireplaces and multiple terraces for entertaining. It's no wonder the house is currently up for grabs for a cool £4.8 million ($6m).

As well as the main castle, the estate also boasts a heated pool and spa, a four-bedroom gatehouse, a two-bedroom caretaker’s apartment, a pool house, a six-bay heated garage, a four-stall stable and a private licensed helipad. The perfect opportunity for someone seeking solitude in the country, the house is also conveniently located 100 miles from central New York City. 

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