Tower ticks the boxes for life as a laird
IT may look like something out of the classic 1980s film Highlander. But now the idea of living in a 16th century-style tower house no longer exists in the realms of fantasy. Brockloch Tower, located amid the rugged countryside of Kirkcudbrightshire, is up for grabs to anyone who fancies living like an ancient clan chief.
Although it looks as if it might have watched silently over the surrounding area for centuries, the property’s appearance is somewhat deceiving. The tower was only completed in 2003 and carefully modelled on traditional peel towers, designed to withstand attack and to provide a high vantage points from which to light signal fires.
Many of these original structures still exist, scattered across the Scottish Borders, Northumberland and Cumbria, and the ruins of the original Brockloch Tower are near its modern homage.
Rather than being home to the dank dungeons and cramped servants’ quarters of its predecessors, Brockloch Tower is more suited to modern family living.
Set over four floors, the property has six bedrooms, a reception hall, a dining room and two bright, open sitting rooms.
There are also nods to the original style of the tower, including high ceilings, turrets and a grand stone fireplace.
Estate agent Strutt & Parker said: ‘Brockloch Tower offers a rare opportunity for contemporary living in a rural and historic setting, in the heart of one of Scotland’s most desirable regions.
‘The sense of grandeur and royalty begins at the property’s approach, met with incredible design and architecture and sweeping open aspect that brings out the beauty of this stunning tower.
‘Discreetly tucked away behind an iconic façade, four floors play host to breathtaking views from the extensive accommodation.
‘From entering through the grand entrance, the spacious hallway with flagstone-style floor grabs your attention with interesting historical touches and features throughout.’
As well as three large floors of living space, the tower also has two floored attic rooms with storage space, ideal for a home office or to create extra bedrooms.
The house is set in 26 acres of private land and is approached through a set of elaborate gates opening to a private driveway which snakes past a circle of ancient standing stones.
There is also access to a river and forested areas nearby.
In terms of location, the tower is surrounded by miles of open countryside. But, handily, it lies off the A713 which runs from Castle Douglas to Ayr.
The village of Carsphairn is a five-minute drive to the south and Dalmellington fewer than 15 minutes to the north.
The Ayrshire coast can be reached within 40 minutes from the property and the fringes of the Galloway Forest Park are a few miles away.
For those wishing to live like a medieval laird with 21st century comforts, look no further than Brockloch Tower. n Offers over £675,000. Contact Strutt & Parker on 0131 268 9162.