Luxury castle rentals for New Year 2025 nearest to Argyll, hand-picked by our independent experts. No-one knows more about these castles than we do. You can benefit from our free guidance 7 days a week, speak to a castle expert.

Blair Castle and Estate

Ayrshire, Scotland

Private hire New Year package from £50,220 for 3 nights (sleeps up to 20 people)

Our Experts Say:

900-year-old Blair Castle is a 5-star, luxury exclusive-use venue, surrounded by 220 acres of ancient woodland, parkland and private gardens. Just 20 minutes from Glasgow Airport and Glasgow City, and only 70 minutes from Edinburgh, it is ideally situated for easy air, rail and road access. The castle and estate are available to hire on an exclusive-use basis for family gatherings, corporate events and celebrations. See more

9.5
Outstanding
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Killochan Castle

Ayrshire, Scotland

Private hire New Year package from £60,000 for 4 nights (sleeps up to 18 people)

Our Experts Say:

Nestled in the 143 acres of breath-taking Ayrshire countryside, on the banks of the River Girvan, stands the commanding 14th-century Killochan Castle. Authentic and sensitively restored, Killochan Castle is available on an exclusive-hire basis, ideal for family gatherings, meetings, events, filming locations and golf at some of the UK’s most prestigious courses. See more

9.9
Outstanding
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Blairquhan Castle

Maybole, Ayrshire, Scotland

Private hire New Year package from £37,500 for 3 nights (sleeps up to 30 people)

Our Experts Say:

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

9.4
Outstanding
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The Castle Penthouse Suite at Glenapp Castle

Ballantrae, Ayrshire, Scotland

Private hire New Year package from £32,985 for 3 nights

Our Experts Say:

Glenapp Castle is an award-winning, five-star hotel on Ayrshire's coast, with stunning period furnishings and interiors, surrounded by breath-taking gardens, forests, and seascapes. Spanning across 420 square metres/4,500 square feet, The Castle Penthouse Suite is an elegant four-bedroom penthouse, tucked away on its own floor. The entire suite will be exclusively yours for the duration of your stay. See more

9.6
Outstanding
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Kinross House

Kinross, Scotland

Our Experts Say:

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

9.8
Outstanding
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Blackcraig Castle

Strathardle, Perthshire, Scotland

Private hire New Year package from £15,775 for 3 nights (sleeps up to 14 people)

Our Experts Say:

Located in Strathardle, a lovely river valley to the northwest of Blairgowrie in Perthshire, Blackcraig Castle is packed full of character with its towers, turrets, crows steps, large arch and fascinating stone carvings. With its elegant dining room, atmospheric wood-panelled drawing room and a very light and airy billiards room, it is a great property for family gatherings with a lovely outdoor space and features. You can visit castles, roam the hills and Highland mountain ranges or mosey along the rivers and explore the villages and towns nearby. See more

9.7
Outstanding
Latest reviews (6)
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