Glengorm Castle

Isle of Mull, United Kingdom

Glengorm Castle, also known as Castle Sorn, is a 19th-century country house. The Mishnish estate was purchased in 1856 by James Forsyth of Quinish. He cleared the existing township of Sorne to make way for the new house, which was completed in 1860. The house was designed by Kinnear and Peddie in a Scots Baronial style. It is now operated as a guest house and wedding venue, with a cafe and shop in the former stables. The castle is located on a headland and overlooks the Atlantic Ocean. On a clear day the Outer Hebrides and Islands of Uist, Rùm and Canna can be viewed from the castle.

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Isle of Mull, United Kingdom
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Founded: 1860
Category: Palaces, manors and town halls in United Kingdom

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canmore.org.uk
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4.8/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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User Reviews

Jon Burkr (20 months ago)
Lovely is the only way to describe glengorm castle
Kenny Fairweather (21 months ago)
Lovely castle, worth staying the night. The estate cottages are cosy and well appointed. Lots of walks and seafront inlets to wander around. Been about 10 times over the years and really like the Glengorm estate and Mull in general.
Peter Divito (2 years ago)
The best place I've ever stayed at Magnificent building and stunning views. The interior doesn't disappoint. It is luxurious.
Sara Kephart (2 years ago)
Fantastic stay in a real castle with all the modern conveniences, and lots of little extras. Explore the grounds and enjoy a whiskey in the library before sleeping soundly in a 4 poster bed.
Muriel Cooper (2 years ago)
This dainty Victorian era Castle perches on the cliff and overlooks fields where highland castle and sheep graze. The rooms are large and extremely comfortable. The breakfast generous with local produce. Save up if you must but spend at lead one night here.
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