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Accommodation in Country Castles, Mansions and Inns.
FEATURED CASTLE HOTEL / B&B LISTINGS:
GLENGARRY CASTLE HOTEL
Country house hotel personally run by the McCallum family. Oil paintings, log fires, pine panelling.
Set in 60 acres of grounds on the shores of Loch Oich. 7 miles south of Loch Ness & Fort Augustus.
Between Fort William (25 miles) & Inverness (40 miles).
26 ensuite bedrooms all with wonderful views and some with 4 poster beds. Highly recommended cuisine.
AA 3 Stars & 1 Rosette. Open mid March to mid November. HotelScotlandReview Readers' Award 2008.
BROOMHALL CASTLE Family-run small hotel with a relaxed atmosphere. 5 miles from Stirling.
Set on the slopes of the Ochil Hills with fine views. 20 minutes drive from Gleneagles.
Baronial mansion built circa 1874 in the style of Balmoral Castle. 1 hour from Edinburgh.
10 ensuite bedrooms refurbished to a high standard (7 double, 1 twin/family room & 2 four-poster rooms). Special offers and Dinner, B&B short breaks available.
Restaurant, lounge & bar.
Licensed for civil wedding ceremonies. Facilities for conferences.
17th century mansion near Inverness overlooking the Beauly Firth with views of Ben Wyvis and the Black Isle.
Set in 20 acres of landscaped gardens. Scottish Tourist Board 4 Star Hotel.
Drawing room with log fires. Wood-panelled restaurant overlooking the Firth & mountains. 2 AA Red Rosettes.
Cocktail bar. 16 bedrooms named after local clans or places. 4 poster beds in several suites. Premium suites with own conservatory or a whirlpool bath.
A favourite local venue for weddings.
Fairytale Baronial castle on the northern tip of the Isle of Mull.
Views of the sea and islands. Set in dramatic scenery in a vast area of coastline, forestry, lochs and hills.
5000 acre estate includes walled garden and farm shop. 5 double rooms. Scottish Tourist Board 4 Star B&B.
Log fires. Discounts for stays of 2 nights or more. Children welcome.
Self catering also available in choice of flats in the castle and cottages on the estate.
Also available for weddings.
CASTLE VENLAW A 4 star country house hotel in Peebles (Scottish Borders). 23 miles from Edinburgh.
4 acres of lawned and wooded grounds. 12 individually styled bedrooms with panoramic views over Peebles and the Moorfoot Hills. All have ensuite facilities, satellite TV, telephone, etc. Includes luxury suites and 4 poster bedrooms, plus 1 family suite. Child discounts. Award-winning restaurant (AA 2 red rosettes).
Conde Nast Johansen's.
Short break rates available for Dinner, B&B. Suitable for small weddings and receptions.
BARCALDINE CASTLE 16th century castle with secret passages and a dungeon. Historic home of the Campbells.
9 miles north of Oban in the West Highlands. Set on the shore of Loch Creran. Magnificent views of Glencoe.
4 star B&B with a kingsize double bedroom & a 4 poster / family bedroom.
Both rooms have antiques, TV/DVD, Molton Brown toiletries, mineral water, shortbread, etc.
Breakfast in the vaulted dining room. Supper by arrangement. Available for small weddings.
GLENAPP CASTLE 5 star fairytale romantic hideaway in Ayrshire with 30 acres of private grounds.
Accommodation is available on a Dinner, B&B basis or you can hire the castle for exclusive use.
17 luxury bedrooms and suites. Views across the Irish Sea to Ailsa Craig, Arran and the Mull of Kintyre.
Winner of Hotel of Beauty Award 2009 in the HotelReviewScotland awards. Michelin Red Star.
Located 15 miles north of Stranraer. Prestwick Airport 40 miles. Culzean Castle 23 miles. Turnberry golf course 20 miles.
Golf, shooting, horse riding and fishing. Facilities for weddings, Scottish banquets, etc.
Fairytale castle built in 1468. Now open for exclusive private hire and group bookings for special occasions.
First class hospitality and service in a magnificent setting. 156 acres of mature woodland with walled garden, secluded loch and private golf course.
Available for weddings, conferences, corporate hospitality, champagne receptions, private dinners and parties.
Gym, tennis court, spa, clay pigeon shooting, snooker, etc. 30 minutes from Dundee. Easy access from airports.
19th century castle in a peaceful setting beside Loch Fyne between Inveraray (13 miles) and Lochgilphead in Argyll.
This family home offers 4 Star B&B accommodation with a choice of 3 ensuite bedrooms (one on the ground floor for disabled guests). Children welcome.
Extensive grounds with walled garden, woodland walks and lots of wildlife. Ideal base for touring, walking, cycle trails, bird watching, riding, fishing, gardens, archaeological sites, etc. Oban 55 miles.
Available for weddings. Self catering on the estate also available.
KNOCK CASTLE HOTEL & SPA Former 19th century baronial home of Scottish shipping magnate Lady McBrayne.
Set in 3.5 acres of wooded grounds near Crieff in Perthshire.
Leisure facilities include a swimming pool, sauna, steam room, spa bath & gym.
Numerous beauty treatments & therapies available. No children.
Choice of ensuite bedrooms (single, double, twin) all with TV, telephone, free WiFi, toiletries, hairdryer, tea/coffee.
Restaurant. Rooftop lounge. Room service. Concierge service can arrange golf, fishing, etc.
AIRTH CASTLE Historic castle dating back to the 14th century and once owned the family of Robert the Bruce.
Set in 14 acres of wooded parkland, 10 minutes from Stirling.
Leisure facilities include swimming pool, gym, sauna, steam room, solarium. Aromatherapy & beauty treatments available.
2 restaurants, 2 bars. Country Club with 100 bedrooms.
DALHOUSIE CASTLE 13th century castle set in wooded parkland 7 miles south of Edinburgh.
Winner of Castle Hotel of the Year 2009 in the HotelReviewScotland awards.
Luxury accommodation in 29 bedrooms (some with historical themes of kings & queens, Robert the Bruce, William Wallace, etc. with 4-poster bed, period furniture, tartan & tweed). Award-winning Dungeon Restaurant (2 AA Rosettes). Hydro spa with pool, sauna, steam bath, etc. Facilities for ceilidhs, weddings, banquets, conferences, etc. Falconry within the grounds.
STONEFIELD CASTLE HOTEL Built in 1837 on the shores of Loch Fyne. 2 miles from the picturesque fishing village of Tarbert.
Set in 60 acres of woodland gardens with a fine collection of Himalayan Rhododendrons.
Award-winning restaurant with views over the gardens and Loch Fyne. Wood panelled lounge bar. Choice of 33 ensuite bedrooms.
Ideal base for exploring Argyll & the Kintyre peninsula on the west coast, also the islands of Gigha, Islay, Arran, Bute.
SHERBROOKE CASTLE HOTEL Baronial castle built in 1896 offering Victorian elegance and luxury accommodation.
Friendly, family-run establishment with genuine hospitality. Recent multi-million pound refurbishment.
14 ensuite bedrooms all with TV, direct dial telephone, hospitality tray, toiletries, hairdryer, trouser press.
Choice of king sized double or twin beds, or superior bedrooms with super king sized beds. Restaurant with award-winning chef. Lounge bar serving bar meals.
Situated in Pollokshields on the south side of Glasgow, just 3 miles from the city centre.
15 minutes drive from Glasgow International Airport.
SHIELDHILL CASTLE Historic home with parts dating back to 1199.
Set in the rolling hills and farmland of the Upper Clyde Valley
near Biggar in Lanarkshire. Edinburgh 28 miles. Glasgow 30 miles.
Scottish Tourist Board 4 Star Hotel. Choice of 16 bedrooms in the castle (including 4-poster rooms, some with jacuzzi) and 10 bedrooms in the converted stables. Highly recommended food. Friendly staff. Award-winning chef & restaurant. 2 AA Rosettes.
Well situated for exploring central Scotland, the Borders and the Da Vinci Trail.
16th century tower house, country manor & steading set in 20 acres of private gardens & woodlands.
Retaining its original character, it offers exclusivity and seclusion. Public rooms include the Great Hall, Library and Old Drawing Room. Close to Uphall Golf Course. 7 miles from Linlithglow and its ancient palace. Less than 10 miles from Edinburgh Airport.
Choice of 71 luxury ensuite bedrooms including 4 poster beds and suites. 24-hour room service.
Award winning restaurant with AA red Rosette, informal steak house restaurant and vaulted bar.
Leisure Club and Beauty Spa with 18 metre swimming pool, sauna, steam room, gym and beauty treatment rooms. Outdoor tennis court.
BARONY CASTLE Beautiful mansion house built in 1536. 5 minutes from Peebles in the Scottish Borders. Only 40 minutes from Edinburgh City Centre. Set in 25 acres of mature gardens and woodlands with splendid views of the surrounding Moorfoot Hills.
Choice of 78 bedrooms. Restaurant, conservatory and courtyard garden. Leisure facilities include indoor heated swimming pool, multi gym, sauna & spa bath.
Tulloch Castle dates from the 12th century and was home of the Chiefs of Clan Davidson.
Situated on the edge of the market town of Dingwall. 15 miles north of Inverness.
Choice of 20 en-suite bedrooms (single, double, twin),
each with its own unique charm and character. Breathtaking views.
Elegant candlelit restaurant. Whisky bar. Ghost tours to explain the history of the 'Green Lady'. Secret passage, dungeons, etc. Reception hall with ornate ceiling, wood panelling, log fire.
15th century castle in the centre of Dornoch across the square from the Cathedral where Madonna was married.
1 hour's drive north of Inverness.
Choice of 24 en-suite bedrooms including some with four-poster bed.
Garden Restaurant with AA Red Rosette for excellent food.
Weddings can be arranged here by
Highland Wedding Bells
or Highland Country Weddings
KILDRUMMY CASTLE HOTEL Scottish Tourist Board 4 Star hotel in a peaceful location in rural Aberdeenshire. Set in gardens and woodland near the ruins of old Kildrummy Castle.
Victorian mansion house with elegant restaurant, lounge bar, antiques, and many original features such as
wall tapestries, oak panelling, hand carved staircase, etc. Choice of 16 ensuite bedrooms (all with TV, telephone, hairdryer, etc.). Friendly staff and good food.
Close to golf courses, horse riding, distilleries, fishing, etc. 45 minutes drive from Aberdeen.
AUCHEN CASTLE HOTEL Scottish Tourist Board 4 Star hotel set in 35 acres of beautiful formal gardens and woodlands near Moffat (Dumfries & Galloway).
Luxury bedrooms and suites with champagne stocked mini bars, TV, DVD, telephone, etc.
4 poster beds available. Additional rooms in the lodge overlooking the loch.
Award winning restaurant with panoramic views of the mountains. Personal service.
Very romantic setting for weddings (small or large). Conference facilities.
Exclusive use of the castle can be arranged. Golf, fishing, quad biking, clay pigeon shooting, walking and horse riding
1 hour south of Glasgow and Edinburgh.
Dalnaglar Castle Exclusive use of the castle (10 bedrooms). Available for weddings.
Self catering cottages in the grounds.
Dundas Castle
South Queensferry near Edinburgh
Dundas Castle web site Available for weddings, corporate events, exclusive use.
Located near South Queensferry, only 8 miles from Edinburgh.
Kincardine Castle
Aberdeenshire
Accommodation for groups - house parties, corporate functions, meetings & seminars, receptions, gourmet dinners and concerts. Fishing, game shooting & outdoor activities.
kincardinecastle.com
Invercauld Castle
Braemar, Aberdeenshire
Accommodation for 20 (fully staffed and catered).
Available for Weddings.