Mount Stuart House Visitor Centre, Isle of Bute, PA20 9LR

The subjects comprise the entirety of the award winning former Mount Stuart House Visitor Centre that was designed by the renowned architects Munkenbeck and Partners, and formally opened by Richard Attenborough in 2001.

An impressive standalone structure of modern construction, the building is formed over two levels and previously served as a visitor centre for the main house and estate; however, given its attributes, would suit a variety of alternative uses.

Location

The subjects are located on the Isle of Bute, a picturesque island in the Firth of Clyde off the west coast of Scotland that is renowned for its stunning landscapes, historic sites, and charming villages. Bute benefits from an established harbour at its principal town, Rothesay, and the Caledonian MacBrayne ferry service that links the island with the mainland via Wemyss Bay where a train line and road links afford access to Glasgow. Given these transport links, the island is easily accessible and therefore a popular tourist destination for day or longer trips.  In addition to its natural beauty, the island is home to several cultural events and festivals throughout the year, including the Bute Highland Games and the Bute Jazz Festival.

The subjects are situated within the grounds of one of the main attractions on the island, Mount Stuart House, a grand Category A Listed Victorian Gothic mansion with beautiful expansive gardens. Positioned to the north of the main house, the property is accessed from the A844 via either the main entrance to the estate or a separate service entrance which could be utilized as a private entrance if desired.