Gartmore House, Category B listed building in Stirling, Scotland.
Gartmore House is a stone country residence near Stirling featuring a prominent tower and detailed interior finishes. The building contains a noteworthy timber staircase and stained glass windows crafted by Stephen Adam, and now operates as a conference center with accommodation and meeting facilities.
The Graham family commissioned construction of the house in the mid-1700s on land where an earlier structure had stood. The property changed hands over the centuries before being converted into a conference center for various groups.
The house takes its name from the gardens surrounding the estate and was home to Robert Bontine Cunninghame Graham, a prominent Scottish politician and writer of the 1800s. Visitors can observe today how the architecture and artistic windows reflect the wealth and refinement of its former inhabitants.
Access to the house requires advance notice since it primarily operates as a conference center for groups. It is helpful to check beforehand whether visits are possible, as the property is often booked for private events and residential meetings.
The timber used in the main staircase supposedly came from a ship of the Spanish Armada, according to the Cayzer family. This link to the naval battle history makes the staircase a special historical curiosity within the house.
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