Glenstriven House, a remarkable historical estate, was constructed in the 1860s for Duncan Kennedy, a prosperous Glasgow merchant. It later came into the possession of the Berry family, who maintained ownership until after World War II. During the war, Loch Striven played a significant role in the Dambusters raid, as it was used to test the iconic bouncing bombs employed by the Dambusters squadron during their famous mission. The location was chosen due to its terrain's resemblance to the targets of the raid, necessitating that Glenstriven House be securely locked down during the tests, with curtains drawn and servants sent away. In more recent years, Glenstriven served as a shooting estate, famous for its pheasant shoots set amidst the hills and gullies of the estate. In 2019, Glenstriven House was acquired by the current owners, who initiated a comprehensive renovation of the buildings and grounds. A new arboretum has been established, enhancing the ancient Atlantic oak forest in the area, which is one of Europe’s few temperate rainforests. Additionally, efforts have begun to restore the estate’s Victorian walled garden, which had fallen into disrepair over the decades.