Hill of Tarvit

Hill of Tarvit is an Edwardian mansion with Arts and Crafts design set within formal gardens and parkland. The property features lawned areas, yew hedging, flowering borders, a sunken rose garden, and stretches across approximately 110 acres of grounds.

The mansion was built between 1904 and 1908 by architect Robert Lorimer for jute merchant Frederick Sharp, replacing an older 17th-century structure on the site. The transformation reflects how Scottish estates were modernized at the turn of the century.

The Sharp Collection displays French furniture, Georgian plasterwork, and Flemish tapestries gathered by a passionate collector. Paintings by Scottish masters like Raeburn hang throughout the rooms, showing the artistic taste of the early 20th century.

The grounds are best explored on foot, with paths winding through gardens and parkland offering different routes to discover. Accessibility varies with weather conditions, as some areas can become muddy after rain or in winter months.

The golf course here uses hickory clubs and balls from around 1920, offering a rare chance to play the game as it was done a century ago. This style of golfing is uncommon and found in very few places across Britain.

Location: Fife

Location: Cupar

Architects: Robert Lorimer

Website: https://nts.org.uk/visit/places/hill-of-tarvit-mansion

GPS coordinates: 56.29510,-3.00504

Latest update: December 11, 2025 11:04