Lochend House

Lochend House is a Category B listed building in Edinburgh perched on a rocky escarpment with steep slopes dropping to a small loch below. The three-storey structure features an L-shaped plan and pitched roof typical of Scottish residential architecture.

The site contains remnants of a 16th-century tower house that originally belonged to the Logan family before their involvement in a plot against King James VI. This political scandal left a permanent mark on both the property and the family's standing.

The property includes a 16th-century dovecot within Lochend Park that was later repurposed as a boat house during the 1800s. This conversion shows how people adapted the space to serve different community needs over time.

The building operated as a municipal children's center until a fire in 2016 caused significant damage to the roof and structure. Visitors should be aware that restoration work may still be underway depending on the current status of repairs.

The location attracted royal interest in earlier times when King James IV visited in 1507 to hunt waterfowl on the loch. Historical records preserve evidence of payments made for boat services during this royal visit.

Location: City of Edinburgh

Location: Edinburgh

GPS coordinates: 55.96030,-3.15908

Latest update: December 13, 2025 11:45