It is reported that in 1745 the Buchanans were cursed by the Marquess of Tullibardine, who, in the aftermath of the Battle of Culloden asked James Leith-Buchanan, 5th of Ross, for shelter at the Priory but was instead betrayed and given over to King George's men.

[2] It was designed in 1812 by Dunblane-born architect James Gillespie Graham (1776–1855) as an extensive remodelling of the site's existing farmhouse.

Ross Priory comprises approximately 200 acres (80 hectares) of land and includes a formal garden, parkland, a burial ground and golf course.

Sir Walter Scott is said to have taken inspiration for his Waverley Novels from impressions formed during annual visits to the Priory.

[3] Ross Priory is now commonly used for meetings and entertainment by staff and graduates of Strathclyde University, as well as being a wedding venue.