Kincardine Castle

Situated within 3000 acres of mature gardens and parkland, this 19th-century castle sits contentedly cushioned before the majestic surroundings of Royal Deeside and the rolling wild landscape of the Cairngorms National Park. This family-owned Scottish country house offers intimate hospitality only 35 minutes from Aberdeen Airport.

Feel at home in a unique Scottish Castle

Kincardine features an impressive history, which is portrayed through its charmingly decorated rooms. Described as a ‘Victorian fantasy castle’, its creative interiors showcase a plethora of period features and beautiful antiques through which the character of the castle comes to life.

This family home will be exclusively yours for the duration of your stay, with an esteemed team of private chefs and professional household staff to help create a stay tailored to your needs. The castle has been occupied by successive generations of the same family since its creation and remains a family home today. It is dedicated to providing a personalised stay for each individual guest, making it a wonderful house-party location, luxury retreat or a space to celebrate a special occasion with close family and friends.

Within the magnificent working estate there is endless space to adventure and roam. The grounds boast pristinely presented and captivating walled gardens beyond which spill out vast manicured lawns that lead to enchanting woods and farmland. The world-famous River Dee runs through the estate and its banks are brimming with a host of fascinating wildlife. This spectacular all-encompassing vista is enjoyed from each window and beckons guests to explore.

The Castle

The Rooms

Set against richly coloured walls and rugs, refined period details, from exposed wooden beams to antique furnishings and ornate fireplaces, create an atmosphere of historic splendour. Modern amenities are blended subtly throughout to ensure the most comfortable and relaxed stay in this stately home-from-home.

Accommodation

With 12 well-appointed bedrooms, Kincardine Castle sleeps up to 22 guests in 10 double/twin bedrooms and 2 single rooms. All bedrooms have en-suite bathrooms, with the exception of one single room which has a private bathroom.

Activities/Leisure

Royal Deeside, a favourite of the Royal Family for several generations, has a wealth of leisure and country sport opportunities. Enjoy a day fishing on the spectacular River Dee, or stalking for roe or red deer. Book a day’s pheasant shooting through the beautiful woods and rolling farmland.

The local area also gives way to a range of country walks, hill walking and bike trails, enabling you to explore the majestic landscape.

A gun room and locker room is available to guests who are welcome to enjoy the estate at their leisure. The dedicated staff can help customise your Kincardine Castle experience by arranging outdoor sporting or leisure activities, both on and off the estate.

Kincardine is a stone’s throw from some of Scotland’s famous golf courses, including Gleneagles.

Gardens/Estate

The gardens at Kincardine are superb: a huge red-brick walled garden featuring smaller sections lined with roses, wildflowers and colourful shrubbery with perfectly placed benches to admire the delicate floral archways, ancient gateways and pretty water features.

Kincardine Estate is focussed on regenerative woodland and farming with the aim of enhancing species' diversity and reducing its carbon footprint.

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