Hazelwood Castle, near Tadcaster, was sold by owners Brian and Andrea Walker to Ashdale Hotels for an undisclosed figure.
Set within 77 acres of parkland and landscaped grounds, it has 21 bedrooms and suites, six function rooms, including the gran
d Great Hall, and St Leonard's Chapel.
The roots of the former Carmelite monastery go back to the Domesday Book in 1086. Parts of the existing property date from the 13th century and the castle is listed Grade I by English Heritage for its historical and architectural merit.
This is Ashdale Hotels' fifth hotel acquisition with its portfolio already consisting of the King's Head in Richmond, the Dower House in Knaresborough, the Angel and Royal in Grantham and the recently-purchased Grants in Harrogate.
Martin Wicks, managing director of Ashdale Hotels, said: "We are delighted to have added Hazlewood Castle to our
portfolio.
"Our intentions for the hotel are to continue to operate the business along the lines of the previous owners who have done a fantastic job. Longer-term it would be our intention to add a spa facility and perhaps high quality eco-friendly lodges within the woodland."
Leigh Parsons, partner, hotels and leisure – Leeds, Knight Frank, which sold the property, said: "Hazlewood Castle is a beautiful property which has been expertly converted and operated by Brian and Andrea to become one of the region's top wedding, conference and dining venues.
"We are extremely pleased to have found a purchaser in Ashdale Hotels who recognise these qualities and have the expertise to not only continue the current high standards but take the business to the next level. We wish them every success in the venture."
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