House of Dun 
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Slightly less than 4mi/6km outside Montrose stands a jewel among Georgian country houses. The House of Dun was built for Lord David Erskine between 1730 and 1742. Since 1989 it has been in the possession of the National Trust for Scotland. William Adam designed this two-story Palladian building in the style of the Château d'Issy near Paris. The Dutchman Joseph Enzer was responsible for the extravagant allegorical stuccowork in the Great Drawing Room.
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Must-see attractions nearby:
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Demonstrations of traditional cloth weaving on old handlooms take place in the courtyard buildings.
The house features Joseph Enzer plasterwork and the courtyard buildings include a handloom weaving workshop and various displays. You will also find a walled garden and woodland walks.
Address:
House of Dun, Montrose, Angus DD10 9LQ, Scotland
Hours:
April 1 to June 26: 12pm-5pm; Closed: Mon, Tue
June 27 to August 28: 11am-5pm; Closed: Mon, Tue
August 31 to October 30: 12pm-5pm; Closed: Mon, Tue, Mon, Tue
Always opened on: Easter - Christian, Good Friday - Christian, Easter Monday - Christian
Tips: Garden and grounds open all year, daily from 9:30 am till sunset.
Parking: Pay
Disability Access: Full facilities for persons with disabilities.
Facilities: Gift shop, Restaurant or food service, Wheelchair loan or rental
Transit: Bus: Strathtay Buses (No. 30).
Typical Visit: 1 hour
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Old tree at the House of Dun outside Montrose.
