The captivating tales of The Doune
One of the most fascinating stories we love to share with our guests is that of Lady Anne Farquharson-MacKintosh, known as "Colonel Anne". She was the wife of the Clan Chief Angus Mackintosh and was famous for organising the "Rout of Moy", a trick to scare away a Government attack on Prince Charles Edward Stuart at her home, Moy Hall. Although the main battle was fought at Culloden, Lady Anne was a central figure in the Jacobite cause and was imprisoned after the final defeat.
It had also been the home of Vice Admiral Lachlan Donald Mackintosh, who is buried at Daviot church. Vice Admiral Lachlan Donald Mackintosh, a senior naval chief during the Second World War. He survived a dramatic attack on a vessel in his command in the Mediterranean in August 1942, while the aircraft carrier was just south of Majorca. HMS Eagle had been escorting a convoy of ships travelling to Malta as part of Operation Pedestal. A German U-boat managed to evade defences on the Strait of Gibraltar and fired four torpedoes, sinking HMS Eagle with the loss of two officers and 158 ratings. Mackintosh survived, along with 926 other crew members. Helmut Rosenbaum, the captain of U-73, which had carried out the deadly attack, was decorated with the Iron Cross, First Class, the following day.
Notable figures
The Doune Luxury Country House was once the home of Vice Admiral Lachlan Donald Mackintosh, a senior naval chief during the Second World War. His presence adds a significant chapter to the rich history of this remarkable estate.
From Derelict to Magnificent
The Doune has undergone a remarkable transformation, evolving from a derelict state in 2009 to its current magnificent form in 2025. We are incredibly proud of the original features that have been restored and enhanced during this journey.