This property is on the market for £1,250,000, listed with Strutt & Parker.

The baronial castle is set in the southwest of Scotland on one of the magnificent sea lochs of Scotland.

Built in the 1850s for Glasgow-based textile manufacturer, James Templeton, the castle was designed by the imminent Scottish architect, Alexander "Greek" Thomson and had later alterations and additions by architects John Honeyman and William Leiper.

Knockderry Castle is A listed on account of its exceptional Leiperian interiors, considered one of the finest examples of its style in all of Scotland.

The 6 bedroom property boasts fine period detailing, seen in the wood panelling and stone balustrades.

Although the property does require extensive upgrading and refurbishment, the property has immense potential to be reimagined anew as a fine Scottish country house.

The castle is located near the village of Cove, a historic summer enclave for the families of wealthy Glasgow merchants, ship owners, and businessmen in the 19th and early 20th centuries.

Offering stunning views over Loch Long and less than 50 miles from the capital, the sale of Knockderry Castle presents an incredible opportunity for the right buyer.

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