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Built in 1430, Borthwick Castle is located in a pastoral valley, just 12 miles from Edinburgh. Once the refuge of Mary Queen of Scots and the Earl of Bothwell and besieged by Oliver Cromwell in 1650, its Medieval ambience has been retained to this very day. Guests can enjoy one of 10 unique luxurious bedrooms in the castle and 2 rooms within the castle grounds. The castle's Great Hall, with large fireplace at one end, offers a superb setting for dinner. See more

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Fenton Tower is a remarkably unique place to stay and was originally built as an ancient monument. The property is a magnificent, fortified 16th century tower located just 20 miles east of Edinburgh between Gullane and North Berwick, and can offer luxury accommodation for up to 16 people. See more

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Springkell is a magnificent mansion house dating from 1734, located close to the historic town of Gretna Green. It sleeps up to 42 people in 21 bedrooms, each with unique, sumptuous interiors. Springkell is a superb venue for weddings and functions for up to 100 guests. You can choose to self-cater or the property can provide a chef, waiting and bar staff - it's your choice. Individual rooms can now be booked on a dinner, bed and breakfast basis. See more

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Just 40 minutes' drive from Edinburgh, Kinross House sits at the heart of the most luxurious exclusive-use estate in Scotland. Steeped in history and grandeur, Kinross House provides a setting that truly is second-to-none and serves as the perfect venue for your next celebration - whether that’s a family gathering, corporate incentive, product launch or wedding! See more

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The castle is enviably located in the heart of a 2000 acre estate of woodlands, countryside and an idyllic park of about 500 acres laid out from 1800 onwards, and is an exceptional place for a diverse range of groups to enjoy themselves. The castle can be yours exclusively for a variety of functions including private house parties, weddings, conferences and garden tours. See more

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Augill Castle is enviably located in the upper reaches of the Eden Valley, and is a mere ten minutes’ drive away from the beautifully picturesque Yorkshire Dales. This is very much a family retreat and, as such, the castle owners can offer an informal and relaxed castle experience, creating memories which adults and children alike will never forget. See more