Kellas House, built in 1916, is Grade 1 and listed as one of Scotland's finest Arts and Crafts houses.
It is set in large gardens of lawns, rhododendrons and shrubs bordered by Scots Pines and other specimen trees which frame glimpses and views of the hills and valley of the surrounding estate. Below the house, a short distance away, the River Lossie makes its way through the valley, beyond which are extensive heather and grass moorlands, also part of the 2500 acre mixed agricultural and sporting estate.
Details such as window proportions, alcove seats, fire surrounds, 18th century Dutch tiles and the grand wooden-balustered staircase are typical of the Scottish Arts and Crafts style; a substantial Scottish country house with an integrated design celebrating good craftsmanship.
The reception rooms are large and comfortable, and the bedrooms have large continental double beds. The House accommodates up to 14, with 6 double or twin bedded rooms, 2 single rooms, plus staff accommodation.
Accommodation:
Ground Floor
Above left; Drawing Room with an open fire, comfortable sofas, and a window alcove with seats.
Above right; At the other end of the Drawing Room, separated by full-width double doors, is a cosy Boudoir.
Below left; The Dining Room seats 16, and has an open fire.
Below right; Detail of 18th Century Dutch tiles around the Drawing Room fireplace.
Also; there is a Smoking Room/TV Lounge, Kitchen, Utility Room, Cloakroom with wc, and Laundry/drying room.
First Floor
There are 6 double bedrooms, 3 with en-suite bathrooms with shower over bath; 2 single bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, one with shower over bath, and a shower room.
Extra staff accommodation comprising double bedroom and sitting room if required.
(3 bedrooms illustrated.)
Right; The view from a bedroom window
Facilities
- Colour televisions, telephone, fax.
- The Kitchen has a large gas hob, electric oven, microwave, dishwashers, fridges, freezers, and there is an automatic washing machine and tumble dryer.
- Linen and towels are provided.
- LPG heating and open fires.
- Gas, electricity and logs are included in the rent.
- Pets are welcome by arrangement.
- A cook/housekeeper is available.
Tariff:
Rental by the week starts at £2200
There is a refundable 'good housekeeping' deposit of £500.
The house sleeps 14 and is not suitable for young children.
Right; View of the house from the gardens.
|
Kellas House and Estate: | |||
|
|
|
|
Please contact John Maclean, Westfield House, Elgin, IV3O 8XL veronicamaclean@hotmail.com Tel: +44 (0)1343 547308
