National Trust Scotland, Mar Lodge
The Mar Lodge Estate
Aberdeenshire
2024
Yes! The Mar Lodge Estate in Aberdeenshire, Scotland, recently restored a historic picnic cottage that was originally built by Princess Louise, Queen Victoria's granddaughter, around 1850. The National Trust for Scotland led the renovation, which included clearing rubble, repointing mortar, repairing walls, and adding a covered wooden porch to reinstate original features. The cottage is located near Linn of Quoich and offers visitors a glimpse into royal leisure during Queen Victoria's time.
The restoration was completed in late 2024, and the cottage is set to officially reopen in 2025. If you'd like to learn more about its history or plan a visit, let me know!