KNOCKBREX CASTLE
The small Country Estate of Knockbrex Castle and Cottages consists of a spectacular Castle, a Lairds Bothy and Seaview Folly, set in established gardens and woodland of approximately 2 acres. All three properties have been sympathetically renovated and offer extensive and characterful accommodation and accommodate up to 22 people.
The Castle and its two cottages: THE LAIRDS BOTHY - This charming wood panelled cottage is situated adjacent to the castle and provides an additional three bedrooms, living area and fully fitted kitchen. SEAVIEW FOLLY - Located in a private area at the top of the garden is the one-bedroomed folly. Featuring a laminated floor throughout and a sea view from the top of the garden this charming cottage has a lounge area with feature fireplace, full equipped kitchen and a twin-bedroom ensuite with shower.
The Castle and its two cottages: THE LAIRDS BOTHY - This charming wood panelled cottage is situated adjacent to the castle and provides an additional three bedrooms, living area and fully fitted kitchen. SEAVIEW FOLLY - Located in a private area at the top of the garden is the one-bedroomed folly. Featuring a laminated floor throughout and a sea view from the top of the garden this charming cottage has a lounge area with feature fireplace, full equipped kitchen and a twin-bedroom ensuite with shower.
Everything surrounds The Great Hall which is a dramatic two storey hall occupying the entire centre of the Castle with a sweeping staircase to an upper gallery. At the ground level to one side of The Great Hall is the Kitchen & Breakfast Room, Sun Room and the Utility Room with door to a double-arched verandah. At the other side of the Great Hall is a cosy Living/Family Room. This interesting room is partially divided by a splendid whinstone fireplace incorporating a stone arch and stone mantel. In the corner of the room a door leads through to an an authentic spiral stone staircase that climbs to the "Tower" bedroom ensuite. At the far side of the Living/Family Room there is a "secret door" hidden behind the panelling that leads to the Games Room.
A fully fitted country kitchen with base and wall mounted units in pine with tiled surfaces; Rangemaster cooker and hob; original marble floor. A large area to the side offers space for table and chairs and a lovely aspect out to the back garden, this is the ideal place for casual dining.
Four of it's bedrooms are octagonal in shape and set in the turrets. Another bedroom has a stone spiral staircase that takes you to the "Tower" room.
KNOCKBREX CASTLE
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ADDRESS:
Knockbrex Castle Knockbrex, by Borgue Gatehouse of Fleet, Dumfries & Galloway DG6 4UE |