A “LANDMARK” castle with “spectacular” sea views of the Outer Hebrides has been put up for sale.
Located at the northern tip of Mull, the 3702-acre Glengorm Castle and Estate is described as offering an “exceptional combination” of historic architecture and a “dramatic” Atlantic coastline, while playing a culturally significant role for the island.
Described as occupying a “commanding position” on the island, the castle is surrounded with panoramic views to the islands of Rum, Coll, the Uists and Barra while also remaining within easy reach of Mull’s main town, Tobermory.
At the heart of the estate sits Glengorm Castle, a B-listed Scottish Baronial residence constructed in 1860 for James Forsyth of Dunach to designs by the eminent Edinburgh architects Kinnear and Peddie.
The castle was the practice’s first Scottish Baronial commission and its turreted facades, ornate gables, corbelled detailing and crenellated rooflines form a “striking and romantic silhouette” against the Atlantic sky.
The castle was built from locally quarried granite with sandstone dressings and biblical inscriptions carved into the exterior.
Accommodation is arranged over several floors, turrets and self‑contained apartments, enabling the castle to function both as a private family home and as a setting for entertaining and accommodating guests.
The castle also contains four self‑contained apartments, three of which are currently operated as high‑quality holiday accommodation, along with a staff flat.
Glengorm Estate extends to approximately 3702 acres, encompassing pasture, rough grazing, hill and coastline, along with approximately 260 acres of woodland.
The estate’s shoreline extends for more than three miles and includes secluded bays, rocky headlands and sheltered anchorages at Loch Mingary and Laorin Bay, complete with a historic pier, mooring and boathouse.
Glengorm Castle and Estate has been brought to market by Savills for a guide price of £9 million.
Luke French, director in Savills Rural, said: “Glengorm is a truly exceptional Scottish estate, combining one of the finest Baronial castles on the west coast with dramatic Atlantic frontage, significant acreage and a diverse, well established income base. Opportunities of this calibre, where historic architecture, environmental importance, lifestyle appeal and commercial resilience come together so cohesively, are extraordinarily rare.
“We anticipate strong interest from across the globe for this very special property.”
Residential properties across the estate comprise a portfolio of 17 properties, including a combination of long‑term rentals and short‑term holiday lets.
Tourism plays a central role in the estate economy, and it has a locally well‑known coffee shop and gallery, both established in 2002 within the former stable courtyard.
