Loch Leven Castle

Loch Leven Castle lies tucked away from the world. A hidden jewel!
However, I would guess that Mary, Queen of Scots would have thought differently during her imprisonment there for a year and loosing her twins in the progress of events outside her reach.
The view towards the castle from the restaurant and coffee shop as well as Historic Scotland membership cottage is breath taking. There is no walkway to the castle and you need to book a boat/​ferry trip in advance. A small ferry goes every hour and if you miss a time slot you can use the time to either eat in the restaurant or go for a walk.
Presumably the castle was build during the 13^th century and played its part during the Wars of Independence. It changed hands between the Bruce and the Douglas families.
Nowadays it is a ruin and you can walk around the island to your own merit.
I will definitely be back.