posted 05-15-2004 02:28 AM
Wow! What an interesting dilemma. I wish I had that problem...ha..ha..ha..But seriously, have you gone through books on Castle styles? Decided on the kind of castle, square footage, rooms, ammenities, location, cost, time factor?
The internet is a source-no doubt-but you may have better luck hunting around in the location (town, state, country) for which you are seeking to buy/build this castle of yours. I would suggest posting ads wherever you would think would get the best replies.(In newpapers, trade publications, and the like.)
There has to be some very talented craftsman out there that are up for the challenge.
As far as buying/renting an existing one..well, I certainly have no experience there..I would try contacting well known travel agencies and realtors.
I would think that most of the castles in the world (that aren't falling apart from age) would be on historical registers and owned privately..maybe being used as tourist attractions. Others are probably permanent museums.
I wish you all the luck in your endeavors!