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About this property
25 January 2012 Update
Due to civil engineering works conserving the driveway at The House of Dun, access to the grounds will be restricted for up to three weeks (up to 14 February 2012). Diversionary signs are in place.

Please accept our apologies for the inconvenience caused during this important conservation project.

About House of Dun
This beautiful Georgian house, overlooking Montrose Basin, was built in 1730 by William Adam. The house features superb plasterwork, a particular and memorable feature. Outside, enjoy the attractive walled garden and woodland walks.

During winter 2011 the property underwent extensive works to re-present it for the coming season.

Within the grounds the courtyard has underwent extensive repairs and redecoration to restore it to its former glory. The grounds, with the help of our international team of volunteers, look at their best despite the winters weather. The biggest change has to be the introduction of the Hutchison collection of Scottish colourists and the Stirling collection of furniture, ranging from the 18th century to the 1960s. Quite simply breathtaking!

Did you know?

You can fish for salmon at this property - the season is 16 Feb to 31 Oct

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Opening times

House of Dun & Montrose Basin Nature Reserve

Garden and Estate: all year, daily 9 until dusk.
House: 31 Mar to 30 Jun, Wed-Sun, 12-5; 1 Jul to 31 Aug, daily 11-5; 1 Sep to 28 Oct, Wed-Sun 12-5. Guided tours only; tours last approx 1 1/4 hours starting from the NTS shop in the courtyard. First tour starts 11.10 (high season). 12.15 (low season). On Sundays during July and August (and every last Sunday April-June and September-October) is 'freeflow'.
Last admission 45 mins before closing.
House also open on Bank Holiday weekends from Fri to Mon inclusive.

Tel. 0844 493 2144

Visitors must leave large handbags, rucksacks and similar items locked in the boot of their car, as these are not allowed within the house. Secure lockers are available within the house if this is not possible.

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