Mark Zuckerberg buys 440-acre Irish castle estate; spokesperson says family is ‘excited’
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg and his wife Priscilla Chan have purchased the historic 440-acre Strancally Castle estate in County Waterford, Ireland. The property will serve as a private residence for the family during their visits to the country, where Meta maintains its international headquarters.
Why it matters
The purchase highlights the growing personal ties between high-profile tech executives and Ireland, a key hub for global corporate operations.
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg and his wife Priscilla Chan have bought a castle estate in Ireland that covers around 440 acres. The couple will use Strancally Castle in County Waterford as a home during their visits to the country, where Meta has its international headquarters. While the price of the private deal has not been disclosed, the Irish Times estimated the property's value at between €20 million and €30 million. Confirming the purchase, a spokesperson said: “Mark and his family are excited to continue caring for this historic home and look forward to spending time in Ireland, where Meta maintains its international headquarters.”Mark Zuckerberg now has a 440-acre home in IrelandStrancally Castle sits on a 178-hectare, or roughly 440-acre, estate in County Waterford. Mark Zuckerberg and wife Priscilla Chan bought the property to use as a base when they visit Ireland.
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