When it was constructed in the early years of the nineteenth century, this rather ostentatious blend of Gothic and Italian architectural styles would have been deemed an elegant pile for Admiral Lord Keith, erstwhile senior officer to Lord Nelson. It was financed with prize money, purportedly employing French prisoners of war as a labour force.
It is now well maintained, exuding an atmosphere of grandeur, and serves as the Scottish Police College as well as the official residence of the Chief Constable of Police Scotland.
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