15th Century Scottish castle with Robert the Bruce link on market for £1m

Set against the dramatic backdrop of the Ayrshire coast, Law Castle in West Kilbride, boasts five floors of accommodation and is steeped in Royal history.

The medieval castle was commissioned in 1467 as a wedding gift for Princess Mary Stuart, daughter of King James II of Scotland - a direct descendant of Robert the Bruce.

The six-bedroom property is being sold by estate agents Savills with an asking price of more than £1m.

The castle was built in the mid-15th Century to mark Mary Stuart's marriage to Thomas Boyd, Earl of Arran, but the union was short-lived after Boyd was accused of treason and exiled, and the marriage was later annulled.

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The castle then became a law court, complete with a pit prison, which is how the property got its name.

Princess Mary - who was known as The Warrior Princess - was a historically significant person in Scotland, having been responsible for the country gaining ownership of the Orkney and Shetland islands.

Despite its turbulent beginnings, Law Castle remained a prominent landmark for centuries before falling into disrepair in the 19th century.

By the early 20th century, the structure was roofless and largely abandoned, before its fortunes changed in the late 20th century with a private restoration project which culminated in a refurbishment completed in 2005.

The restoration preserved the castle's authentic period features, including the spiral stone staircase, vaulted chambers, and caphouse lookout, while integrating some modern comforts.

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"This is an extremely rare opportunity to own, feel and be a part of an incredibly authentic piece of Scotland's noble past," a statement from Savills said.

It added: "Law Castle stands as a testament to Scotland's architectural resilience and royal heritage. It positively reeks of the romance, pride and passion of Scotland's history."

The castle's ground floor boasts an entrance hall, which leads to the library bedroom, with an ensuite bathroom, and a dungeon dining room, with a rear staircase accessing the Great Hall, on the first floor.

The heart of the home - the Great Hall - features rugged stone walls and exposed timber beams.

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A vast stone fireplace, fitted with a wood-burning stove and flanked by tall candle sconces sits at the heart of the space lit by candelabra chandeliers and decorated with tapestries and banners. Red velvet curtaains frame the window.

Regal, red velvet curtains frame the windows, and the seating area - arranged around a leather-riveted coffee table - invites conversation and relaxation.

Just off the Great Hall is the kitchen, which has a cast-iron AGA oven at its heart.

The Princess Bedroom, with a four-poster bed, is located on the second floor, while the third floor features two well-proportioned bedrooms and a bathroom with a clawfoot rolltop bathtub.

The fourth floor, accessed via a turnpike stone staircase, is home to the principal suite with a long, elegant bedroom, a lounge, a study and an en-suite bathroom.

At the top of the castle is an attic space.

A striking medieval roofline crowns Law Castle, with a parapet lined with traditional battlements - from where the surrounding lands can be viewed - and conical turrets rise from each corner.

Peter Walker, property agent, added: "This is an exceptional opportunity to acquire a historic Scottish castle with modern comforts and commanding coastal views.”

Savills is listening to offers over £1million for Law Castle.