Astbury Landmarks

Saddell

The Saddell estate consists of a castle, three cottages and a house. Views are looking over the Kilbrannan Sound toward Arran. The castle stands by the shore near a small river.

Finding Saddell:

Located in Argyll on the East coast of Kintyre. Follow the A83 through Lochgilphead (good for petrol and shops) and Tarbert signed to Campbeltown until you reach Whitehouse. Before entering Whitehouse turn left onto the B8001, signed to Skipness and Arran ferry. This is a good road but not wide enough for two cars and so there are frequent passing places. Branch right onto the B842 towards Carradale. Follow the road down the coast, past Carradale to Saddell. You will see a sign for the remains of Saddell Abbey on your right, just after this turn left for the Landmark properties.
Nearest airports are Glasgow Airport or you can fly on to Campbeltown Airport.
You may also approach via Ferry.
Click here to see extract from OS map, grid reference NR 788 315.
Buy the Ordnance Survey Landranger sheet 68, South Kintyre & Campbeltown.
Explore the Ordnance Survey web site.

Views of Saddell - Outside:

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Approach,

as you turn in, the gate lodge is on your left and there is public parking on the right. Continue down the lane for Saddell Castle and access to the other properties.
Saddell Castle,

appears in front of you as you approach down the lane. For Saddell House follow the track to the left and for access to Shore Cottage, Ferryman's Cottage and Cul na Shee go through a narrow entrance to the right.
Saddell House,

due to open September 2004 but building work still very much in evidence. Built in 1774 by Colonel Donald Campbell, it is a typical Scottish laird�s house of its period, with generously proportioned rooms and large light windows.
The Cottages,

Shore Cottage, Ferryman's Cottage and Cul na Shee. View out to Ailsa Craig