Earlshall Castle near Leuchars in Fife was put up for sale by Dutch shipping magnate Paul Veenhuijzen in 2019 and is still on the market. Boasting 10 bedrooms, eight reception rooms, three separate cottages and 34 acres of land – it’s quite the sprawling abode. Rumours of haunting include that of William Bruce’s grandson Andrew ‘Bloody’ Bruce, who killed Covenanter Richard Cameron before hacking off his hands and feet. The castle is still on the market, price on application, with Savills.
. Long gallery
Painted the full length of the 50 foot long roof of the long gallery are the coats of arms of European royalty, Scottish noble families and imaginary nobles. Photo: Savills
. Library
One of the eight reception rooms, this library room has a log fire. Photo: Savills
9. Garden
Adjoining the castle are listed walled gardens laid out by Robert Lorimer to reflect and complement the castle. The 125 year old topiary lawn is Earlshall's best known feature. Photo: Savills
10. History
Sir William Bruce, a relative of former king of Scotland Robert the Bruce, began construction of Earlshall Castle in 1546. Mary Queen of Scots stayed there in 1564 to enjoy the hunting with her son, James VI of Scotland. Photo: Savills