Glenborrodale Castle

GLENBORRODALE CASTLE​

PRICE ON APPLICATION​

AN OUTSTANDING A-LISTED COASTAL CASTLE WITH SIXTEEN PRINCIPAL BEDROOMS, ADDITIONAL STAFF ACCOMMODATION, TWO PRIVATE ISLANDS, JETTY, BOATHOUSE AND APPROXIMATELY 134 ACRES OF GROUNDS

KEY FEATURES​

• Impressive A-listed Scots Baronial mansion built of red Dumfriesshire sandstone (1902)
• Sixteen principal bedroom suites plus additional staff accommodation
• Five principal floors with stunning reception rooms and spectacular views
• Elevated balustrade terrace with panoramic views across Loch Sunart
• Two private islands included - Risga (30.90 acres) and Eileam am Feidh (13.36 acres)
• Jetty and boathouse with winch
• The Coach House with three separate apartments
• Gate Lodge with two apartments
• Detached gym building with sauna and shower room
• Biomass heating and domestic hot water system
• Approximately 134.1 acres in total including 48 acres of rough grazing, 72 acres of woodland and 12 acres of gardens/buildings
• Approximately 850 metres of shore frontage
• Ample helicopter landing space with area for helipad within the grounds
• Beautiful gardens with various species including rhododendrons, azaleas, maples and a monkey puzzle tree
• Spectacular location with outstanding wildlife and outdoor activities nearby

SITUATION​

Glenborrodale Castle occupies a magnificent position on the southern shores of the stunning Ardnamurchan Peninsula, offering spectacular views across Loch Sunart to the Morvern Hills beyond. This scenic location provides outstanding natural beauty with seal islands, stunning bays, and white sandy beaches.


The nearby villages of Salen (7 miles) and Acharacle (10 miles) offer a range of local services including shops, a medical practice, hotel, restaurants, pub, and primary school. A secondary school is located 17 miles away in Strontian. More extensive services can be found in Fort William (40 miles), which has a daily train service to Glasgow and a sleeper service to London Euston.


The Ardgour ferry terminal (Corran ferry) is 31 miles away, providing swift access to Fort William, Glasgow (132 miles), Edinburgh (157 miles), and Oban Airport (61 miles). The ferry at Kilchoan (13 miles) offers a regular summer service to Tobermory (35-minute journey). Inner Hebridean islands are accessible within 15 minutes by rib.


The area provides exceptional opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts with fishing, sailing, mountain biking, kayaking, and whale watching all available nearby. Wildlife abounds, including otters, seals, porpoises, deer, golden and white-tailed eagles. Stalking, fishing, and shooting are available to rent on nearby estates.


Both Inverness airport (126 miles) and Glasgow airport (122 miles) provide flights to London and a range of national and international destinations.

THE CASTLE​

This impressive A-listed Castle, dating from 1902, is a magnificent Scots Baronial mansion built of red Dumfriesshire sandstone. It sits in a prominent position against the hillside close to the shores of Loch Sunart with spectacular views across the water to the islands of Risga, Carna and Oronsay and the Morvern Hills beyond.


The castle is approached via a private driveway with stone pillars and wrought iron gates. Passing the Gate Lodge, the driveway leads to a parking area at the front and side.

GROUND FLOOR​

A double arch and glazed entrance doors lead to a vestibule with marble flooring, original oak panelling, ornate cornicing, and arched windows. An inner hall provides access to an office, ladies' and gents' toilets, and through to the Bruce (1) and McDuff (2) bedroom suites. A further inner hall leads to the Burns (3) suite. There is also a hardwood, double-glazed garden conservatory with a tiled floor and French doors leading to the garden.

FIRST FLOOR​

A feature staircase with marble steps leads from the entrance hall to the first floor. A focal point of the gallery hall is the original fireplace and canopy. The ceiling is barrel vaulted with wood panelling on the walls.


The four principal reception rooms are on this floor:

• The dining room has wooden panelling, an open fireplace with marble surround, an external door to the roof terrace, and access to a serving kitchen
• The sitting room features a bay window with seating, a turret with wonderful views, and an open fireplace with marble surround
• The drawing room has wooden panelling, a center fireplace with marble surround, and an impressive bay window with seating and feature lantern window above
• The games room includes two open display presses

SECOND FLOOR​

A circular staircase leads from the stair hall to the upper floors, with windows on all sides offering wonderful views of the gardens and loch. The second floor includes the Boswell (4), Macbeth (5), Mitchell (6), and Fleming (7) bedroom suites.

THIRD FLOOR​

The third floor accommodates the Byron (8), Lauder (9), Scott (10), Wallace (11), and Adam (12) bedroom suites.

FOURTH FLOOR​

The fourth floor houses:

• The Mackinnon bedroom suite (13) with sitting area, dressing room, and bathroom with separate shower
• The Baird bedroom suite (14) which could serve as a penthouse, including a sitting room with kitchenette, double bedroom, and bathroom

FIFTH FLOOR​

The staircase takes a final turn to the upper turret stairs, opening to a turret room on the 5th floor with windows on all four sides. Glazed doors open onto the turret, offering panoramic views from the highest point of the Castle.

DOMESTIC & STAFF ACCOMMODATION​

An internal stairwell provides access to all floors. The second floor includes three staff bedrooms with a shared bathroom. The first floor has a serving kitchen with a 'dumb waiter' rising from the ground floor. The ground floor houses commercial kitchens and laundry areas.


The properties benefit from a Biomass heating and domestic hot water system.

ADDITIONAL ACCOMMODATION​

GATE LODGE​

Situated by the entrance gates, this stone Gate Lodge under a pitched slate roof comprises two apartments:

• Upper Apartment: Two bedrooms (one with en-suite shower room), kitchen area, and bathroom
• Centre Apartment: Arranged across two floors with an open-plan living room and kitchen area, bedroom, and bathroom on the ground floor, plus an additional bedroom and bathroom on the second floor

There is a garden to the rear with a paved seating area and enclosed lawn.

COACH HOUSE​

The Coach House, constructed of stone with crow-stepped gables and a pitched slate roof, includes:

• A timber folding door housing the Biomass boiler
• Boot room and gardeners' W.C.
• Three separate apartments:
  • Upper Apartment (first floor): Sitting room, shower room, kitchen, bedroom, and bathroom
  • Centre Apartment (first floor): Sitting room, dining kitchen, bedroom, and bathroom
  • East End Apartment (ground and first floor): Sitting room with open fireplace, dining kitchen, family bathroom, principal bedroom with en-suite shower room, and double bedroom

GYM​

A detached outbuilding with a pitched slate roof, double glazing, and electric heating, divided into two areas - one currently used as a gym and the other as a sauna and shower room.

BOATHOUSE & JETTY​

Situated close to the shore is a boat shed of steel portal construction with timber lining, power supply, and winch (approximately 12.5m x 7.5m). Below is the jetty for launching into the water. There is also an additional modern general-purpose shed with a steel roller door used for equipment storage.

GROUNDS, GARDENS & FORESHORE​

The grounds extend to approximately 134.1 acres in total:

• North of the castle: Gardens densely populated with various species of rhododendrons and azaleas, and mixed mature woodland forming a dramatic backdrop
• South of the castle: A broad, castellated and elevated garden terrace forming the Castle platform (frequently used as a helicopter landing site)
• Gravel pathways, formal lawns, and flowering beds
• An attractive pond near the south boundary
• Varied species of planted trees including maples and a monkey puzzle tree
• Approximately 48 acres of rough grazing, 72 acres of woodland, and 12 acres of gardens/buildings/rock/miscellaneous
• Approximately 87 acres on the loch side of the road
• Ownership of two islands: Risga (30.90 acres) and Eileam am Feidh (13.36 acres)
• Approximately 850 metres of shore frontage

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION​

Listing Status: Glenborrodale Castle, garden terraces, stables, and walled garden are category A-listed by Historic Scotland. The Gate Lodge and gate piers are category B-listed. Some of the grounds form part of the Loch Sunart Special Area of Conservation (SAC) and the Loch Sunart Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI).


Local Authority: Highland Council


Council Tax Band: H


EPC Ratings:

• Glenborrodale Castle - G
• Gate Lodge - D
• Stable Flat 1/Coach House - D
• Stable House/Coach House - C
• Stable Flat 2/Coach House - C

Tenure: Freehold


Directions: From the A82 traveling north towards Fort William, cross to Ardgour via the Corran Ferry. After disembarking, turn left on the A861 and follow the road for about 24 miles. Turn left at Salen, signposted for Glenborrodale, and continue for a further 7 miles. The entrance to Glenborrodale Castle is on the right, accessed through wrought iron gates.


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It goes without saying that Glenborrodale Castle is set in quite a magical location and with the additional benefits of the islands and outbuildings - the opportunities this property presents are endless.