Ardkinglas House

The present house at Ardkinglas was completed in the autumn of 1907 after a miraculously short construction period of eighteen months. However, the speed of construction did not result in any loss of quality and Ardkinglas is generally considered to be the architect Sir Robert Lorimer’s masterpiece. The quality of the materials is matched by the skill and creativity of the craftsmen. Alongside these traditional strengths the design incorporated a wealth of new technology – cavity walls, concrete floors, electrical lighting and power, a goods lift, central heating and the latest sanitary fittings, an extensive telephone system, three safes, top quality ironmongery, a fully equipped vast kitchen and a scullery with numerous larders. The original achievement is still evident as the house remains largely unaltered.

It is still primarily a family home but for most of the year the largest reception rooms are available for hire for conferences, weddings and as a location for filming and photography.

The spacious gardens facing Loch Fyne are suitable for marquee events. There is a separate self catering apartment on the ground floor. House tours are available by prior appointment. See the events page for further info.