Dalnaglar Castle, Category C listed castle in Kirkmichael, Scotland
Dalnaglar Castle is a mid-Victorian baronial castle in Kirkmichael, Scotland, featuring two towers of different heights and rough-textured stonework. The building stands near the Shee Water river and functions today as a private property used for holiday accommodations.
The castle was built in 1864 for banker Daniel Robertson, who served Queen Victoria. It developed from an earlier hunting lodge that previously occupied the site.
The estate name first appeared on maps between 1747 and 1755 as Dalniglear before changing to its current form in 1783. This shift in spelling reflects how the place evolved from a simple hunting retreat into a more established country residence.
The castle and four additional holiday cottages on the grounds are available for weddings, group events, and vacation stays. The location near the river provides a quiet setting away from main traffic routes.
Historic Environment Scotland classifies this Victorian structure as an architectural curiosity due to its baronial features and unusually rough detailing. This classification highlights how the blend of formal and rustic elements characterizes the building in a way that catches specialists' attention.
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