With comfortable living spaces, plenty of room to relax, and everything you need for cooking and dining together, self-catering castle holidays combine historic character with everyday convenience. It’s your holiday, your way—perfect for easy mornings, shared meals, and memorable time together in a place that feels like your own. If you would like to discuss any of the accommodation featured, you can speak to us 7-days-a-week, free of charge.

Kilmartin Castle

Kilmartin, Argyll, Scotland

Sleeps 10 guests in 5 rooms. Self-catered from £2400 for 3 nights.

Our Experts Say:

After 200 years of abandonment, 500-year-old Kilmartin Castle was expertly restored and beautifully refurbished, and is now open for you to enjoy as a luxury bed and breakfast venue. Inside you'll see Kilmartin Castle combines a traditional Scottish feel with lots of unique touches from owners Simon and Stef. See more

9.8
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Castle Lachlan

Argyll, Scotland

Sleeps 15 guests in 7 rooms. Self-catered from £3200 per week.

Our Experts Say:

The private estate of Castle Lachlan extends to 1500 acres consisting of a livestock farm, hill ground woodlands and three miles of coastline, all of which are accessible to guests. This unique self-catering castle has now been divided into two properties, with the superior south facing half available for letting accommodation, with superb views overlooking the shores of Loch Fyne. In addition just 2.5 miles from the castle is Drimdarroch Cottage, available for rent for up to 8 guests. See more

8.3
Very Good
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Law Castle

Ayrshire Coast, West Kilbride, Scotland

Sleeps 14 guests in 6 rooms. Self-catered from £4600 per week.

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Law Castle has a colourful six hundred year history, when it was built as a wedding gift for Princess Mary upon her marriage to Thomas Boyd. The castle is idyllically located with views over the quiet village of West Kilbride towards the Firth of Clyde and the Isle of Arran. Law Castle is available to rent for up to 14 guests as one of Scotland's most luxurious and exclusive holiday homes. See more

8.8
Very Good
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Glengorm Castle

Tobermory, Isle of Mull, Scotland

Self-catered apartments (sleeping up to 2-6 guests) from £250 per night.

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Situated on the northern tip of the Isle of Mull near Tobermory, Glengorm Castle is one of those magical places in the world that allows you to escape and experience a truly memorable area of Scotland. See more

9.5
Outstanding
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Craufurdland Castle

Kilmarnock, Ayrshire, Scotland

Sleeps 16 guests in 6 rooms. Self-catered from £3025 per week.

Our Experts Say:

The castle dates from 1245, one of the oldest in Ayrshire and is situated within a small country estate with scenic views, yet just 35 minutes from Glasgow. Original oil paintings, antique furniture, log fires and warm colours make this a cosy, peaceful retreat for a weekend break or longer. Bedrooms at the castle are certain to impress with the largest bedroom actually being the castle’s original dining hall with a vaulted ceiling. Woodland walks, bicycle trails and an abundance of wildlife will delight the visitor. See more

8
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Killochan Castle

Ayrshire, Scotland

Sleeps 18 guests in 10 rooms (optional accommodation for a further 22 guests). Self-catered from £5000 per night.

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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