Tigh Na Shian, Strathyre

Loch Lomond And Trossachs National Park Planning Authority

Probably mid-late 18th century with later alterations and 1953 extension to rear. Single storey longhouse comprising 3-bay cottage with central door and 2-bay byre (now part of domestic accommodation) to N. There is an ancillary shed with corrugated iron roof adjoining the N gable and a small 1953 extension to the rear. There is a substantial stone porch with a slated roof. Short stone ridge stacks mark the original extent of the domestic part of the cottage. This cottage is an interesting and relatively little-altered example of 18th century vernacular architecture, and was possibly the birthplace of the Gaelic Poet, Dugald Buchanan (see Notes).

Materials: late 20th century timber front door. Timber casements with predominantly 6-pane glazing. Very thick rubble walls on a boulder base. Small graded grey Scottish slates. Velux windows at rear.