Step into the forest and check in at SpongeBob's π "Pineapple House"!
π The Pineapple | Pineapple House Built in 1761 by the Earl of Dunmore to show off his wealth π― Each "pineapple scale" is carved from individual sandstone, and the crown structure at the top cleverly conceals a drainage system. Hahah, SpongeBob's home has come to life! π π How to Get There Edinburgh Waverley β Stirling Station + π X36 bus to Airthrey Park Station + a 25-minute walk through Dunmore Forest. π²πΆββοΈ π« Admission : Β£8 per person for the garden; access to the interior of the building is limited to guests staying overnight. π Parking : Free within the estate, but you need to book your license plate number in advance by email. βοΈ Must-Do List β Roof Viewpoint Check-in Climb the spiral staircase to the top of the pineapple crown and enjoy panoramic views of the Firth of Forth and the Ochil Hills (β° Open daily from 11:00 to 15:00). It is said that on rainy days βοΈ, the pineapple sculpture takes on an amber glow. π§ β Tropical Afternoon Tea π΅ Enjoy pineapple-shaped scones with coconut cream in the garden tea room (ποΈ Β£14.5 per set, booking required on the official website). β Secret Garden π The walled garden surrounding the building is planted with over 200 species of tropical plants, including real pineapples! Hhhh. β Exclusive Gift Shop The gift shop exclusively sells Pineapple House LEGO sets (Β£45, available only at this location! βοΈ). #UKTravel #UKTravelTips #UK #HiddenGemsUK #Railcard #WeekendInLondon #Edinburgh #EdinburghWeekend #EdinburghSurroundings #UKHiddenTreasures