A six-bedroom home with an incredible 18th century temple which has links to to the Nazi surrender during World War Two is on the market.
Craigiehall Temple, which is on the outskirts of Edinburgh, is steeped in fascinating history - and up for grabs for £895,000.
The incredible circular stone building sits within Cammo estate, less than a mile from where Adolf Hitler’s deputy Rudolf Hess was held after parachuting into Scotland in 1941.
The estate later played host to the signing of the document which confirmed the Nazi surrender in Norway.
The A-listed building has since been transformed into an incredible family home.
The temple was built by politician Charles Hope-Weir - who inherited the estate from his uncle, the second Marquis of Annandale.
He was inspired by the buildings he had saw on an 11-year ‘grand tour’ of Europe and wanted an extension of the main Craigiehall building, including a bridge, bath house, grotto and temple.
Architect Sir William Bruce drew up the plans for the magnificent temple, who also penned the original design for the Palace of Holyroodhouse, the Queen's official residence in Scotland.
Originally built in 1759, it is thought the neo-grecian style pillared portico was taken from a gate in the forecourt of the main house to create an entrance to the building.
The estate was later requisitioned by the British Army at the start of the war, where a variety of regiments were stationed there during the conflict.
The property's tower is across two floors, with a living area on the ground floor linked by a spiral stone staircase to the bedroom and en-suite shower room on the upper level.
While the temple has traditional interiors, the main house extension is modern.
It's arranged as an 'upside down' home, meaning that the living room is on the upper floor and the bedrooms are on the lower floor.
This is to make the most of the far-reaching views across the surrounding Edinburgh countryside.
To build the main house, hand-cut Cullalo stone was sourced from Stirling as well as reclaimed Scottish slate for the roof.
The ground level has three bedrooms with en-suites, along with two further bedrooms – one of which is currently used as a home office.
Ralph Hendrie Legal, the estate agent handling the sale, explained in its marketing literature for the property: "The original tower has an interesting history, having been originally constructed in 1759.
"Craigiehall Temple was also known as The Leny Temple and still features a pillared portico by Sir William Bruce, the architect of the Palace of Holyroodhouse.
"The architectural value of the Temple lies mainly in its portico. Bruce designed it for the fine mansion of Craigiehall just across the River Almond which he built for the second Earl of Annandale whose arms are carved above the entrance."
Zoopla's Tom Parker said: "This unique property is truly one of a kind. It offers a rare combination with the original temple, built in 1759, bringing a wealth of character and the more modern extension providing a perfect family home.
"Ideal for someone looking for an easy commute into Edinburgh, it provides a tempting proposition for those searching for a house steeped in history, but with minimal associated costs and maintenance."
