Description

House; early-mid 19th century, long single storey traditional Caithness croft house of long-house type. All whitewashed rubble. 7 irregular bays comprising 4 doors, 3 windows. Byre in extreme east bay and 2-stalled stable in west bay. Small, 4-paned windows close under eaves; 2 diminutive windows, 1 lighting stable, in rear. 2 renewed ridge stacks; rush thatched roof.

Interior; early 20th century subdivision of living space, now comprising long centre room further subdivided into two by box beds, and kitchen with dairy abutting byre. Flagged floors to living areas, and cobbled to byre and stable. Single pair of jointed crucks survive in kitchen.

Barn; rubble, with long sides east and west. Near centre door in west elevation; blocked winnowing door; 3 pairs jointed crucks; flagged floor.

Statement of Interest

Laidhay crofted by Bethune family from 1842-1968. Established and furnished as Caithness Croft Museum circa 1976.

External Links

• Historic Environment Scotland Listing
• Laidhay Croft Museum, Croft House official website
• Wikidata Q17575072

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