Haddo House

Haddo House is a Georgian country residence featuring white stone walls, symmetrical wings, and rows of tall windows across three levels. The building displays the balanced proportions and formal geometry typical of its architectural period.

Architect William Adam completed the house in 1732 for the Gordon family, who maintained ownership of the estate for generations. The building remained in family hands for more than five centuries, shaping the local landscape throughout this time.

The interior displays paintings by a local artist and houses tableware from the late 1800s that remains on display in its original settings. The collection reflects the tastes and activities of the family who called this place home.

The estate offers walking paths through the grounds, a tearoom where you can get light refreshments, and accessible facilities for visitors with mobility needs. Parking is available near the main entrance for convenient access.

During World War II, the mansion served as an emergency hospital where hundreds of women from a nearby city came to give birth. This wartime transformation shows how the building went beyond its original purpose to serve the broader community.

Location: Aberdeenshire

Location: Methlick

Architects: William Adam

Architectural style: Palladian architecture

Website: https://nts.org.uk/visit/places/haddo-house

GPS coordinates: 57.40297,-2.22041

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:23