Historic Houses in Highlands & Islands of Scotland
Historic Houses in Highlands & Islands of Scotland are listed below. The Highlands and Islands present a back cloth of awesome mountains and majestic coastal scenery. The perfect example of this is Fort William, an excellent site for exploring Ben Nevis, the highest mountain in Britain at 4406 feet with its name meaning ‘cloudy mountain’. The Scottish Islands are characterised by long sandy beaches, unpredictable weather, plentiful wildlife and scenery can offer either a peaceful holiday or an action packed adventure.
The Hill House
Upper Colquhoun Street, Helensburgh, Argyll & Bute
The Hill House is one of the finest of Charles Rennie Mackintosh´s domestic creations, sitting high above the Clyde commanding fine views of the river estuary.... more
Inveraray Castle
Argyll Estates Office, Cherry Park, Inveraray, Argyll & Bute
Inveraray Castle was erected between 1745 and 1785 to replace an earlier traditional fortified keep. It was designed by Roger Morris and decorated by Robert Mylne.... more
Mount Stuart
Isle of Bute, Argyll & Bute
Mount Stuart features magnificent Victorian Gothic architecture and design together with contemporary craftmanship. Surrounded by 300 acres of glorously maintained grounds and gardens.... more
Torosay Castle
Craignure, Isle of Mull, Argyll & Bute
Torosay Castle was completed in 1858 by the eminent architect David Bryce in the Scottish baronial style. On display in the house are family portraits and... more
The Castle & Gardens of Mey
Thurso, Highland
The Castle of Mey, built in the 1560s, was bought by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother in 1952. So began The Queen Mother´s love... more
Cawdor Castle
Nairn, Highland
Cawdor Castle, the most romantic Castle in the Highlands, has a magical name linked with Macbeth by Shakespeare. It was built in the 14th century as... more
Dunvegan Castle & Gardens
Dunvegan, Isle of Skye, Highland
Dunvegan Castle is the oldest home in Scotland and has been inhabited by the Chiefs of MacLeod for nearly 800 years, and it remains their home.... more