Manderston House, Country house in Duns, Scotland.
Manderston House is an Edwardian mansion with marble halls, ballrooms, and formal gardens near Duns in the Scottish Borders. The estate spans 56 acres and features classical architectural details combined with spacious interiors and a working stable complex.
The estate underwent complete redesign in 1905 by architect John Kinross under instructions from Sir James Miller to ignore budget constraints. This lavish investment created one of Scotland's most refined houses of that era.
The silver staircase and marble dairy show what wealthy British families valued in the early 1900s. Walking through the rooms, you notice the craftsmanship and choices that defined their daily life and status.
The house is only open to visitors during specific months, offering guided tours of the rooms and surrounding gardens. It is helpful to check opening dates in advance and decide whether you prefer to explore independently or join a guided tour.
The stable block was built with such refined craftsmanship that visitors often mistake it for the main residence at first glance. The equal attention to design and construction between the stable complex and the mansion itself is striking.
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