Caroline Park, Category A listed mansion in Granton, Scotland
Caroline Park is a mansion in Granton featuring a French-influenced south-facing facade with ornate plasterwork and painted ceilings. The interior displays intricate wrought iron railings and refined architectural details throughout its rooms.
The original L-shaped building was transformed between 1683 and 1696 by Sir George Mackenzie into a large quadrangular mansion. William Adam added extensions between 1740 and 1741 that enhanced its architectural character.
The mansion served as residence for notable figures including Henry Cockburn and composer Alicia Scott, who wrote the melody for Annie Laurie.
The property is privately owned and functions as a residence today, with its original architectural features carefully maintained. Extensive restoration work over recent decades has returned the building to its former condition.
William Adam designed and constructed an extension to the mansion between 1740 and 1741, adding new architectural elements to the existing structure.
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