Beautiful mansion with parkland and a boathouse

Ardlamont House is a handsome detached Georgian house near Tighnabruaich, in Argyll and Bute. Protected by a category B listing, it is presented for sale by Robb Residential. The property dates from approximately 1820 and is laid out over two storeys with a garden level. Following the destruction of Toward Castle in the 17th century,…

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Special roadshows for farmers are lined-up

Scottish farmers are to be offered advice on everything from accounting to writing a will at roadshows which are to be held around the country. The series of Planning for the Future events have been organised by the Scottish Government’s Farm Advisory Service (FAS), in collaboration with NFU Scotland (NFUS) and the Scottish Land Commission.…

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A coastal home with views over the Firth of Clyde

A distinctive category ‘C’ listed period detached house is for sale, offering a coastal setting with uninterrupted views across the firth of Clyde. The home on Craigmore Road, Rothesay, on the Isle of Bute, is presented for sale by Robb Residential. Craigard is a handsome period house of hewn red sandstone construction under a slated…

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Brexit isn’t putting the brakes on house sales

New research shows Scottish house prices buck the UK trend and continue their upward trajectory despite Brexit uncertainty. Estate agency Savills say that: · There has been 27 months of consecutive house price growth in Scotland; · Edinburgh sees higher prime value growth than any other UK city, with room for more given the disparity…

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Penthouse overlooking coastal waters

A sleek and luxurious penthouse located on the shorefront of Loch Fyne, overlooking its shimmering waters and vibrant coastline has just hit the market. Located in the popular coastal town of Tarbert, Argyll and Bute, in the former Columba Hotel Development, The Penthouse blends history with modern style and offers buyers the utmost in splendour…

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Touch of class in a detached Georgian listed building

Ardlamont House is a handsome detached Georgian house near Tighnabruaich, in Argyll and Bute. Protected by a category B listing, it is presented for sale by Robb Residential. The property dates from approximately 1820 and is laid out over two storeys with a garden level. Following the destruction of Toward Castle in the 17th century,…

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Wildlife artist to show new display of work

A completely new body of work by renowned Scottish animal artist Ruth Slater will soon go on show at Tighnabruaich Gallery. The Very Essence by Ruth Slater will be unveiled on Saturday, 8 September. The exhibition is inspired by Ruth’s knowledge of animal’s movements and behaviours and her quest to translate this into an art…

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Helped wanted to clean Scotland’s beaches

It’s been a great summer for Scottish beach lovers – and now they’ve being urged to join the 25th annual coastal clean up. Event organisers the Marine Conservation Society say supporters are the key to cleaner beaches, and hope more people than ever before in Scotland will take part in event from 14-17 September. The…

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They’re bringing music to the people of Argyll

The BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra take up a six-day residency in Argyll next month. From 29 September to 4 October, the residency comprises community events plus school workshops in Campbeltown and the surrounding area, including on Gigha. The week concludes with a public orchestral concert in Campbeltown’s Victoria Hall on Thursday 4 October. The BBC…

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Private residential estate in the West Highlands

A private residential estate in the heart of the stunningly beautiful West Highlands is now for sale, either as a whole, or in four lots. Knight Frank  present to the market the Glen Lonan Estate, featuring an eight bedroom country house in Taynuilt, Argyll and Bute. Lonan House is an impressive B-Listed mansion house, constructed…

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