This time instead of the bus we took the train. Can you believe the size of this one? We climbed inside the car in the fetal position. It really was fun and the engine is a real steam engine. The ride took about 15 minutes and.......
After a short walk we arrived at Torosay castle. It's a residence for the owner and his family and is relatively new as these things go. It was built in the mid 1800s making it only about 150 years old. We toured the castle rooms and talked with the owner. When I asked why he opened it to the public he responded that it was a financial decision. The estate tax was more than he could handle. By the way, it's for sale for about 100 million pounds. Anyone want to live in a Scottish castle?
Flat Ella really liked the grounds and the gardens. She walked all around and just was amazed at the sights. You can tell she's happy.... she's smiling! I understand that flat Pam (her words not mine) wants to come along on the next adventure. I think we may be on to something here.
What a beautiful house and when the owner says his home is his castle he really means it. He was really nice to talk with and was happy to answer our questions. I wonder what the heating bill is like in the winter?
After three hours it was back on the ferry to Oban. On the way back into port I spotted our B&B. That's it in the middle with the white dormer windows on top. Our room is the dormer on the left.
Today ( Wednesday) we headed for the Isle of Skye and a town called Portree. It's an easy drive and we were here in time to tour the town and just relax. We have two days here to look around before moving on. More tomorrow night I hope.
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There are days I wish I were flatter than I am!!!! he he he
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