Castle Leod

Turreted 15th century tower house of rose-pink stone. Lived in by the Mackenzie family, chiefs of the clan, for 500 years and still very much a home where the family ensure a personal welcome. Magnificent setting below Ben Wyvis and amongst some of the finest trees in Scotland. Private tours, personally conducted by Lord Cromartie, can be arranged by emailing [email protected]…

Castle Of Mey

The holiday home of The Queen Mother in Caithness and the only property in Britain that she owned. She bought the Castle in 1952, saved it from becoming a ruin and developed the gardens. It became her ideal holiday home because of the beautiful surroundings and the privacy she was always given. There is a purpose-built Visitor Centre with shop and tearoom and also an animal centre for children…

The Doune Of Rothiemurchus

The Doune of the Rothiemurchus is the Laird’s family home. The house stands beside the original hill fort or ‘Dun’ which gives rise to the modern name : The Doune. The Doune dates from the 16th Century when it was probably built by the Shaws, and has seen much extension and renovation ever since…

Dunrobin Castle

Dates from the 13th century with additions in the 17th, 18th and 19th centuries. Wonderful furniture, paintings, library, ceremonial robes and memorabilia. Victorian museum in grounds with a fascinating collection including Pictish stones. Set in fine woodlands overlooking the sea. Magnificent formal gardens, one of few remaining French/Scottish formal parterres. Falconry display, telephone to confirm times…

Eilean Donan Castle

A fortified site for eight hundred years, Eilean Donan now represents one of Scotland’s most iconic images. Located at the point where three great sea lochs meet amidst stunning highland scenery on the main road to Skye. Spiritual home of Clan Macrae with century old links to Clan Mackenzie…

Balfour Castle

Built in 1848. Now a small private hotel specialising in house parties, weddings etc. A beautiful island escape…

Carrick House

17th century house built by John Stewart, Lord Kinclaven, Earl of Carrick younger brother of Patrick, 2nd Earl of Orkney in 1633. Scene of Pirate Gow’s capture…

Tankerness House

A fine vernacular 16th century town house contains The Orkney Museum…

Beauberry House

Claridge's

In the heart of Mayfair, Claridge’s luxury hotel in London is perfectly placed for the city, the shopping districts and leafy Hyde Park…