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"Inveraray Castle promises a gentle Reception and its interior cherishes every Hope". So wrote a visitor in 1789 as the present Castle building reached its completion.....
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Inveraray, Argyle and Bute, PA32 8XB, Scotland, United Kingdom
Built in 1754 for the Duke of Argyll, the hotel has been extensively modernised, retaining much of the traditional charm. Many of the rooms in the hotel enjoy breathtaking views over Loch Fyne. The Argyll takes pride in serving traditional Scottish cuisin
"Inveraray Castle promises a gentle Reception and its interior cherishes every Hope". So wrote a visitor in 1789 as the present Castle building reached its completion. When in 1743 Archibald, Earl of Islay, succeeded to the title of 3rd Duke of Argyll he initiated one of the most imaginative rebuilding projects ever undertaken in the Highlands. The old 15th century fortified tower house was replaced by the present Castle and the Royal Burgh of Inveraray was re-established nearly half a mile to the south. The new Castle was designed by the London architect Roger Morris and the supervising architect was William Adam and later his son John. It is thought that the design may have been inspired by Sir John Vanburgh who was the architect for Blenheim Palace and Castle Howard for, like them, Inveraray Castle included a large central tower which was lit from upper large windows. Built of local greenish-blue schist stone, it is a most impressive edifice complementing the grandeur of the surrounding scenery. The magnificent interiors were completed between 1770 and 1789 to the design of Robert Mylne for the 5th Duke of Argyll.....