Eilean Aigas, River island in Highland, Scotland
Eilean Aigas is a river island in the Beauly River in the Scottish Highlands, linked to the mainland by a white bridge. The island sits noticeably above the water level and holds a residential property surrounded by trees.
In the 19th century the island belonged to the Sobieski Stuarts, two brothers who claimed descent from Scottish royalty and used it as a hunting lodge. The property changed hands over time and underwent further changes before reaching its current form.
The island has drawn writers and artists over the years who came looking for a quiet place away from city life. Its reputation as a retreat is still part of how locals and visitors think about it today.
The island is reached by the white bridge near the village of Kiltarlity, and visitors should check access conditions before heading there as it is a private residence. River conditions can change quickly in this part of the Highlands, so it is worth being prepared.
The Sobieski Stuarts, who lived on the island in the 19th century, published a book on Scottish tartans that was later shown to be a forgery. Despite this, their time on the island helped fuel wider interest in Scottish Highland culture.
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