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Historic Houses Kirkcudbright
Historic Houses in or near Kirkcudbright, such as Broughton House & Garden and Drumlanrig Castle, Gardens & Country Park are listed below. The bustling town of Kirkcudbright has a busy harbour, pastel coloured houses and wide streets. There is a selection of family owned shops and a comprhensive mix of accommodation options. Easily accessible from the M6/M74. A quiet relaxing place to enjoy the attractive coastal landscapes and beautiful countryside.
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Broughton House & Garden
12 High Street, Kirkcudbright 0.2 miles away
Broughton House is an 18th century town house of the Murrays of Broughton and Cally. Bought in 1901 by E A Hornel, renowned artist, and became his home and studio. The House still contains many of Hornel´s works and paintings by other artists. On... more
Drumlanrig Castle, Gardens & Country Park
Thornhill 31.6 miles away
Drumlanrig Castle, the Dumfriesshire home of the Duke of Buccleuch and Queensberry KT, was built between 1679 and 1691 by William Douglas, 1st Duke of Queensberry. Local pink sandstone was used in its construction and it is built around a courtyard... more
Blairquhan Castle
Straiton, Maybole 39.2 miles away
Blairquhan Castle was built for Sir David Hunter Blair, 3rd Baronet in 1821-24 by William Burn. This magnificent regency castellated mansion, home of the Hunter Blair family, is approached a 3 mile drive beside the River Girvan. Outdoor attractions... more
Muncaster Castle
Ravenglass 42.7 miles away
Muncaster Castle, home of the Pennington family since 1208, is probably built on Roman foundations. Anthony Salvin remodelled the Castle in the 1860s. The Great Hall is filled with paintings and heraldic windows, and the Octagonal Library rises to a... more
Culzean Castle & Country Park
Maybole 46.3 miles away
Culzean Castle, converted by Robert Adam from a fortified tower house into an elegant residence for David Kennedy, 10th Earl of Cassillis, between 1777 and 1792. It is on a cliff overlooking the estuary of the river Clyde. An exhibition shows the... more
Hutton-In-The-Forest
Penrith 48.9 miles away
The historic house at Hutton-In-The-Forest is based on a medieval pele tower, with substantial additions in 17th, 18th and 19th centuries. Entrance is through the medieval Stone Hall, hung with a variety of weapons. The new hall has a Cupid... more
Manx National Heritage
Manx Museum, Kingswood Grove, Douglas 50.7 miles away
At Manx National Heritage, enjoy 10,000 years of the Isle of Man´s often turbulent history brought to life in an imaginative and thought-provoking way through the Story of Mann, which starts at the award-winning Manx Museum in Douglas and takes on a... more
Dalemain Historic House & Garden
Penrith 51.1 miles away
The medieval Tudor and Georgian Dalemain Historic House has been home to the Hasell family since 1679 with an interior that has not changed since the 18th century. The entrance hall has a shallow staircase made of local oak, and collections of china,... more
Blackwell - The Arts & Crafts House
Bowness-on-Windermere 56.4 miles away
Blackwell The Arts & Crafts House, designed by M H Baille Scott, is one of Britain's finest and most important houses. Overlooking Lake Windermere it houses fine examples of furniture, decorative arts, stained glass and carved oak and iron work.... more
Holker Hall & Gardens
Cark-in-Cartmel, Grange-over-Sands 61.7 miles away
Holker Hall: This beautiful Victorian House, with it's 24 acres of formal and woodland gardens and 125 acres of deer park, is one of the treasures of the stunning South Lakes area. The warm 'lived in' atmosphere of the Hall continues to charm... more
Sizergh Castle and Garden
Sizergh, Kendal 63.6 miles away
The medieval Sizergh Castle has been the home of the Strickland family for over 750 years. The 14th century tower was extended in Tudor times. It has an exceptional series of oak-panelled interiors with intricately carved chimneypieces and early oak... more
Levens Hall
Kendal 65.2 miles away
Levens Hall is an Elizabethan mansion, built around a 13th century Pele tower, converted into a gentleman´s residence and home of the Bagot family, containing fine panelling, plasterwork and period furniture. Also paintings by Rubens, Lely and Cuyp... more
Traquair House
Innerleithen 66.1 miles away
Traquair House, originally a castle owned by the Kings of Scotland, later became the home of the Earls of Traquair whose descendants still live there. It is where Alexander I signed a charter over 800 years ago, and the `modern wings´ were completed... more
Bowhill House & Country Estate
Bowhill, Selkirk 66.5 miles away
Bowhill House is the Scottish Borders home of the Duke and Duchess of Buccleuch, dating from 1812, set in magnificent scenery. Outstanding collections of art, silverware, porcelain and French furniture. Historic relics include Monmouth´s saddle and... more
Brodick Castle
Brodick, Isle of Arran 68.2 miles away
Brodick Castle, the site of this ancient seat of the Dukes of Hamilton which was a fortress even in Viking times. The 13th century fortified tower was developed in the 16th century and extended by Cromwell in the 17th century. The entrance hall and... more
Leighton Hall
Carnforth 68.7 miles away
Award winning Leighton Hall is the lived-in house of the famous furniture making Gillow dynasty. A visit to Leighton is an opportunity to unravel the fascinating past of this ancient, Lancashire family and wander through the spectacular grounds and... more
Pollok House
2060 Pollokshaws Road, Glasgow 68.8 miles away
Pollok House is set in the grounds of Pollok Park, home to the Maxwell family for over 600 years. The present house, (c.1750) replaced three earlier structures and was extended in 1890. The house contains an internationally important collection of... more
Kelburn Castle
Fairlie, Largs 71.9 miles away
Kelburn Castle is the home of the Earls of Glasgow, probably the oldest castle in Scotland to have been continuously inhabited by the same family. The Boyle family, originally de Boyville, came from Normandy with William the Conqueror and settled at... more
Abbotsford
Melrose 72.9 miles away
The garden and landscape of Abbotsford are the creation of Sir Walter Scott, and were developed from scratch between 1811 and 1825. The landscape composition is outstanding in aesthetic, scenic and architectural terms and its association with Scott... more
Mount Stuart
Isle of Bute 77.0 miles away
For a rewarding day out, enjoy the sumptuous surroundings at Mount Stuart, Isle of Bute. One of the finest Visitor Attractions on the West Coast and with an interior that has been described as jaw-droppingly spectacular, Mount Stuart is the... more
Thirlestane Castle
Lauder 80.2 miles away
Thirlestane Castle is one of the oldest and finest castles in Scotland and holds a uniquely important place in Scottish History. The castle has its origins in the 13th century. It was rebuilt as the Maitland family home in 1590 and greatly enhanced... more
Callendar House
Callendar Estate, Falkirk 80.7 miles away
Situated amidst magnificent park and woodland,Callendar House tells stories spanning 600 years of Scottish history. Through wars, rebellions and the industrial revolution, the house has played host to many great historical figures over the... more
Mellerstain House
Gordon 81.4 miles away
Mellerstain House, one of Scotland's finest stately homes and family residence of the 13th Earl of Haddington ,is a unique example of William and Robert Adam design. With stunning interiors throughout, Mellerstain holds a treasure of paintings,... more
House of the Binns
Linlithgow 82.2 miles away
The House of the Binns is the historic home of the Dalyells family, among them General Tam Dalyell who raised the Royal Scots Greys here in 1681. Four of the main rooms have important moulded ceilings, some of the earliest examples in Scotland. The... more
Floors Castle
Roxburghe Estates Office, Kelso 82.5 miles away
Floors Castle, the largest inhabited castle in Scotland, is home to the Duke of Roxburghe. Designed and built by William Adam, it was begun in 1721 and transformed by Playfair in 1849 by adding domes and spires. The interiors are filled with... more
Hopetoun House
South Queensferry 83.2 miles away
Hopetoun House `Scotland´s Finest Stately Home´ is situated 12 miles from the centre of Edinburgh and is a splendid example of the work of Scottish architects Sir William Bruce and William Adam. Enjoy exploring the stunning original interiors that... more
Edinburgh Castle
Castlehill, Edinburgh 84.0 miles away
Edinburgh Castle is famous worldwide as an icon of Scotland. Once the home of kings and queens it is now the country´s premier visitor attraction. It boasts a magnificent Great Hall, with an ornate ceiling and fine collection of weapons, plus... more
The Georgian House
7 Charlotte Square, Edinburgh 84.0 miles away
The Georgian House is part of Robert Adam´s masterpiece of urban design, Charlotte Square. It dates from 1796, when those who could afford it began to escape the cramped, squalid conditions of Edinburgh´s Old Town to settle in the fashionable New... more
Dalmeny House
South Queensferry 84.3 miles away
Dalmeny House, one of the first Tudor-revival houses to be built in Scotland, has been the family home of the Earls of Rosebury for over 300 years. It houses part of the Rothschild collection of 18th century French furniture, Goya tapestries,... more
Newhailes
Newhailes Road, Musselburgh 85.4 miles away
Newhailes is a fine late 17th century house with impressive 18th century additions. The house was built in 1686 and bought by Sir David Dalrymple, of the legal and political dynasty. He was responsible for the addition of one of the most important... more
Royal Burgh of Culross
Culross 85.8 miles away
Culross Palace was built for Sir George Bruce between 1597 and 1611 and has original interiors with painted woodwork. On display are 17th and 18th century furniture, decorative items and a fine collection of Staffordshire and Scottish pottery. The... more
The Hill House
Upper Colquhoun Street, Helensburgh 85.9 miles away
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. It was commissioned in 1902 by Walter Blackie, who wanted an individual house and garden.... more
Wallington
Cambo, Morpeth 86.1 miles away
Wallington dates from 1688, the estate was laid out in the 18th century by Sir Walter Blackett. The interior houses very good Italian Rococo plasterwork in the main rooms and a Victorian hall painted with murals of Northumbrian scenes by William Bell... more
Lytham Hall
Ballam Road, Lytham St Annes 87.0 miles away
Lytham Hall is a Grade I listed manor and is widely believed to be the finest Georgian house in the North West of England. The present House was designed by John Carr of York and the Main Hall displays his work at its best.... more
Belsay Hall
Belsay, Newcastle upon Tyne 89.3 miles away
Belsay Hall is situated in the centre of an estate that belonged to the Middleton family from the 13th century. Belsay Hall was designed by Sir Charles Monck in Greek Revival style, inspired by the architecture he saw on his year-long honeymoon in... more
Raby Castle
Staindrop, Darlington 90.7 miles away
Raby Castle; This dramatic medieval Castle, built by the mighty Nevills has been home to Lord Barnard´s family since 1626. Set within a large deer park, with delightful rolling landscape and walled gardens. Highlights include the Barons' Hall where... more
Lennoxlove
Haddington 91.3 miles away
Lennoxlove House, dating from the 14th century and home of the Duke of Hamilton is set in 460 acres. Located in East Lothian just 20 miles east of Edinburgh, accommodation in the House is available on an exclusive basis for between 6 and 22 guests.... more
Manderston
Duns 95.7 miles away
Originally built in 1790s, Manderston was completely rebuilt in the early 1900s by John Kinross, for Sir James Miller. No expense was spared and no detail overlooked. The furniture is French in style and the kitchens have every modern convenience of... more
Hoghton Tower
Hoghton, Preston 96.3 miles away
Hoghton Tower is quite simply unique, the perfect location for an eventful day or evening out. Enjoy the magnificent views from the ramparts or discover the trail around the gardens. One of the finest Renaissance buildings in England including State... more
Rufford Old Hall
Rufford, Ormskirk 96.3 miles away
Rufford Old Hall is one of Lancashire´s finest 16th century buildings, famed for its Great Hall with an intricately carved moveable wooden screen and dramatic hammerbeam roof. On display are a collection of arms and armour from various European... more
Chillingham Castle
Wooler 97.7 miles away
Chillingham Castle has been owned by Earls Grey and relations since the 1200s. Active restoration of complex masonry, metalwork and ornamental plaster has gradually brought the great halls and state rooms back to life. Dungeons and secret chambers... more
Gawthorpe Hall
Padiham, Burnley 99.9 miles away
Gawthorpe Hall was built in the early 17th century for Sir Richard Shuttleworth although the family owned the estate for 200 years before. Much of the original plasterwork remains and the long gallery is hung with early 17th century portraits. Many... more
Paxton House, Gallery and Country Park
Berwick-upon-Tweed 100.4 miles away
Paxton House is one of the finest 18th century Palladian country houses in Britain, built to the design of John Adam with a Regency extension by Robert Reid. The twelve period rooms feature Adam interiors, a fine collection of Chippendale and Trotter... more
Washington Old Hall
The Avenue, District 4, Washington 100.8 miles away
Washington Old Hall is a delightful stone built 17th century manor house, which incorporates parts of the original medieval home of George Washington´s direct ancestors. There are displays on George Washington, and how the Hall was saved with... more
Skipton Castle
Skipton 100.9 miles away
Skipton Castle is one of the most complete and well preserved medieval castles in England, and withstood a three year siege by the Roundheads during the Civil War. Oliver Cromwell ordered the roofs to be removed in 1645, but these were allowed to be... more
Alnwick Castle
Alnwick 101.5 miles away
Alnwick Castle is one of Europe´s finest. It is the second largest inhabited Castle in England and has been the home of the Percys, Earls and Dukes of Northumberland since 1309. Dating from the 11th century this magnificent Castle was built as a... more
Seaton Delaval Hall
Estate Office, Seaton Delaval 103.0 miles away
Seaton Delaval Hall: Admiral Delaval commissioned Sir John Vanbrugh to build the hall in 1718. The family originally came from France but came here with Duke William of Normandy in 1066. The Hall was damaged by fire in 1822, but successive... more
Falkland Palace
Cupar, Falkland 103.3 miles away
The Royal Palace of Falkland, the country residence of Stuart kings and queens, was built between 1450 and 1541. Part of the palace was burned down by Cromwell´s troops in 1654. The palace contains fine portraits of the Stuart monarchs and two sets... more
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