In October 1892, notice was given to the public that Calderwood Castle was up for let.
In 1892, the Castle was a handsome structure, beautifully situated on the Banks of the Calder, surrounded by Woods, and suitably arranged for the comfortable accommodation of a large establishment. The sanitary arrangements were described then as being perfect. Gas was supplied from a Private Gas-Works nearby.
The Offices were ample, and consisted of Stables, Coach-Houses, Laundry, Gardeners and other Houses. There was also a large Garden, with Vineries and even a Peach-House which was well stocked. This was all at a time before ownership by the Co-Operative Society.
The Shootings for new tenants were excellent, and the Cover abundant. Trout Fishing could be had in the River for those so inclined to do so.
Calderwood Castle was within four miles of Hamilton and only two miles of East Kilbride and High Blantyre Railway Stations, and was approached by two handsome Avenues in that era. The Private Walks which traversed the River Bank on either side of the Castle extended to about six miles, enough to keep any tenant or visitor happy.
The Castle and Grounds could be viewed by appointment by applying to Burns, Aiken & Co., Writers, 227 George Street, Glasgow.
To illustrate, I’ve attached a previously unseen online photo of Calderwood Castle from a collection passed to me courtesy of Alex Bowie. This photo dates from the first decade of the 1900s, just over a decade from the newspaper advert.
