Description

Probably circa 1759 (date of Mansion House). Classical,
square-plan stablecourt with single storey ranges wrapped
around massive central taller block. Squared red rubble
with polished dressings and margins. Each elevation has a
pedimented central gateway rising above eaves level, with
round-arched opening reaching into open pediment, and
keystoned Diocletian window (louvered inner, blind outer
lights) on inner tower above. Some altered openings at
ground level; 12-pane sashes flanking blocked opening of
gate on south elevation: irregularly arranged openings to
other elevations. Eaves cornices; piended slate roofs, apex
roof light above tower.

Statement of Interest

Tower may originally have had a cupola.

External Links

• Historic Environment Scotland Listing
• Wikidata Q17567822

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Recommended Books

• 
  Specifications for Building Conservation: Volume 1: External Structure: Practical Examples v. 2
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  Northumberland (Pevsner Architectural Guides: Buildings of England)
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  London 4: North: North v. 4 (Pevsner Architectural Guides: Buildings of England)
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  Setting up a Listed Building Heritage Partnership Agreement: Historic England Advice Note 5
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  Oxfordshire: North and West (Pevsner Architectural Guides: Buildings of England)
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  For the Record