Built / Designed For: 3rd Duke of Sutherland
House & Family History: Summerfold was built in the late 19th century Regency villa style as a shooting lodge for the 3rd Duke of Sutherland. During the 1930s the Prince of Wales and Mrs. Simpson were frequent visitors. During World War II, because of its commanding position, the house was used by the government as a lookout post and radio base; it remained a radio listening post until the 1960s, after which it fell into decay. Summerfold House was restored as a private home in 1987.
Title: Silent Houses of Britain, The
Author: Creswell, Alexander
Year Published: 1991
Reference: pg. 151
Publisher: London: Macdonald Illustrated
ISBN: 0356196801
Book Type: Hardback
House Listed: Not Listed
Park Listed: Not Listed
Past Seat / Home of: George Granville Sutherland-Leveson-Gower, 3rd Duke of Sutherland, 19th century. Michael Wilson, 1970-82.
Current Ownership Type: Individual / Family Trust
Primary Current Ownership Use: Private Home
House Open to Public: No
Historic Houses Member: No