Historic Country House
Questionnaire
What is the history of the property?
Kincraig Castle and the lands and villages of Kincraig were acquired by Colin MacKenzie, the second son of Rorie Mhor MacKenzie of Redcastle, who died in 1649, and is thought to have come to Kincraig around 1630.
Colin's great-grandson, John V of Kincraig, made over Kincraig to his distant cousin Roderick VII of Redcastle in 1760 and he gave Kincraig to his second son, John. After a very lucrative career in India, John returned to redevelop Kincraig.
The exterior of Kincraig Castle Hotel remains largely unchanged since the early 1800s, however the interior has been extensively modified over the years, to bring it back to and beyond its former glory.
The work was enhanced by John's great-grandson, Sir William Martineau in 1919, when he converted the sandstone castle into the white-harled Scottish Baronial building that you see today.
So, there you have it - a castle from the deep mists of the past that has evolved through generations of the Clan MacKenzie into the now renowned Kincraig Castle Hotel.
What was the era and/or the architectural style in which the property was built?
19th Century, Scottish Baronial style.
Is the property surrounded by other historic buildings?
No...Kincraig Castle is located on an elevated site in the countryside overlooking the Cromarty Firth and the Black Isle beyond.
Has restoration work taken place?
Major restoration was carried out in the 1920's after the First World War and the 1960's when it became a hotel. Further restoration work was carried out in 2005
Are there any elements of particular historical importance at the building?
Baronial turrets and stepped gables.
Are there any important guests or previous owners worth mentioning?
Several distinguished celebrity guests have stayed with us in the past.
Are there any significant events that took place at the property in the past?
Many functions and celebrations.
Has the property received any certifications for its historical status?
Kincraig Castle Hotel is a listed property.
Would you describe your property as (or has it ever been in the past) a: Castle
Shooting Lodge
Is there anything that you would like to highlight, add or clarify?
Kincraig Castle Hotel has a long association with the Mackenzie Clan of 'Outlander' fame dating back to the 1630's.
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