This epic Venetian palace is in fact… just outside the M25

If you’ve always dreamed of owning your very own fairytale palace and fancy living like royalty then this remarkable property could be yours for £4million.

You’ll find it in the leafy Berkshire village of Wraysbury, but this fantastically unique home is like nothing else in the neighbourhood.

That’s because the seven-bedroom residence is the result of a 30-year labour of love by the current owner and is themed on a Venetian palace… it even comes with his and hers thrones!

Drawing inspiration from Italian Renaissance architecture, especially the buildings of Venice, the home’s centrepiece is the Venice Lounge.

Built with historic catacombs in mind, the main living area features dramatic paintings and murals, as well as a vast stone fireplace with matching thrones.

This main space also has access to a sunken garden that’s surrounded by a recreation of the ruins of an ancient abbey.

Yes, you read that right… the ruins are a modern addition, in fact they were built less than 50 years ago. This really is one of the most wonderfully quirky homes that we’ve ever listed.

It’s said that the ruins are inspired by Tintern Abbey in Wales.

Outside, the gardens are beautifully kept and there are pathways that lead you through the various features and hidden areas, including a waterfall, a man-made stream, carp pools, and a  folly.

Oh, and how could we forget, this magnificent property also boasts its very own moat.

We’re not finished there, though! Elsewhere, a spiral staircase leads to the main bedroom suite, which is centred around a stunning painting depicting a Renaissance scene.

It’s reported that the owner paid £13,500 for the plot back in 1966 before committing three decades to building his dream home.

Despite seeming completely other-worldly, the house – called Dutch Gardens – is less than half a mile from Sunnymeads Railway Station and is a very short drive from the M25.

This property is listed for sale with Waterview.