Many people dream about owning a castle . For some people the dream has become a reality . This article is a look at how the dream can come true . Buying a castle or historical building is a difficult task requiring access to a small and exclusive marketplace.
The Dobsons are a family from the Midlands of England . 3 years ago they took the momentous decision to buy a Scottish castle – Duncriag castle in the Highlands .The castle was in a poor state of repair with a leaky roof , no heating and in dire need of proper maintenance. Undaunted they took on the challenge and now the castle is newly refurbished and it is a family home as well as a venue for weddings . The castle is on the shore of Loch Carron with panoramic views of the Loch and the beautiful village of plockton where the BBc series Hamish Macbeth was filmed . The family’s story has already been the subject of a film by BBC Scotland and now there are plans to make a Hollywood film based on their experiences .
Cumbrae Castle is on the Isle of Cumbrae, a small island in the Clyde, just a few minutes by boat from Largs on the west coast of Scotland. The Isle features 277 hectares of...