Balfour Castle, Country house in Shapinsay, Orkney Islands.
Balfour Castle displays seven turrets, 365 window sections, and 52 rooms, standing prominently on the southwestern part of Shapinsay Island.
Colonel David Balfour commissioned architect David Bryce to construct this residence in 1847, incorporating an existing structure from the 18th century.
Italian artisans contributed their craftsmanship to the interior design, adding marble fireplaces and gilded plaster ceilings throughout the residence.
The castle operates as a private residence, making interior visits unavailable to the general public despite its previous function as a hotel.
A secret passage lies behind false bookshelves in the long gallery room, connecting different sections of this Scottish mansion.
Location: Orkney Islands
Location: Shapinsay
Inception: 1847
GPS coordinates: 59.03193,-2.90980
Latest update: May 19, 2025 15:27
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