Ardlamont House, Category B listed building in Kilfinan, Scotland
Ardlamont House is a Georgian country house on the coast with harled stone walls, a slate roof on the main block, and single-storey wings with sloping gables. The property sits within extensive natural woodland and includes a private beach as part of its grounds.
Major General John Lamont, the 19th clan chief, commissioned the house around 1820 in Georgian style. This period marked when Scottish landowners were rebuilding their estates with classical designs.
The house was built for Scottish landed nobility in the early 19th century and reflects their preference for solid stone construction. The gardens feature a striking obelisk sundial that shows the taste and resources of the family who shaped the estate.
The house accommodates around sixteen guests across eight bedrooms and sits directly on the coast with easy access to the beach and woodlands. Visitors should wear sturdy footwear for woodland walks and be prepared for the changing weather typical of the Scottish coast.
The estate became known through the Ardlamont murder case of 1893, a notable crime that captured attention in Scottish history. Following this event, the owner at the time sold the property, and it has since been managed as a private residence.
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