Rossdhu House, Loch Lomond, Scotland

Introduction

This evening, I am posting information on Rossdhu House which is located near Luss on the banks of one of Scotland’s largest lakes, Loch Lomond. Location is about twenty-six miles NW of Glasgow.

Information on Rossdhu House, Loch Lomond.

Summary information on this building as follows:

• Historically connected with Clan Colquhoun.
• Constructed 1773 for Sir James Colquhoun. Architect may have been John Baxter.
• Replaced earlier medieval castle dating from 15th century which was destroyed by fire after completion of Rossdhu House.
• Until 1970s was home to Sir Ivar and Lady Colquhoun.
• With effect from 1994 was leased to Loch Lomond Golf Club, a prestigious and exclusive club.
• Can be used as a weddings venue.
• Tourist visitors are normally excluded. The only means of viewing the property is via boat from Loch Lomond.
• Rossdhu translates from the Gaelic as ‘black point’.

Luss

Luss is located just off the main A82 highway between Glasgow and the Scottish Highlands.Here can be found small houses with colourful gardens, a historic church, lochside beach, pier offering panoramic views of Loch Lomond. There is also Ben Lomond (mountain), boat trips (in season) plus shops, tourist accommodation and refreshment facilities.

Clan Colquhoun Coat of Arms above entrance arch

Entrance Arch to Rossdhu House

More information

For information on Scottish architecture, sight seeing and much more please refer VisItors’ Guide to Scotland, ISBN 978-1-9161332-0-4. This book is also available via Kindle.