The best hand-picked self catering castle holidays, ideal for friends and families. No-one knows more about these castles than we do. If you would like to discuss any of the accommodation featured, you can speak to a castle expert free of charge.

Innes House

Elgin, Morayshire, Scotland

Sleeps 38 guests in 20 rooms. Self-catered from £4000 per night.

Our Experts Say:

Set in the scenic Scottish Highlands, this 17th-century estate combines historic charm with luxury. Guests enjoy access to beautifully designed public rooms, formal gardens, and a vast 5,000-acre estate ideal for events, family holidays, or retreats. Relax in elegant interiors or explore the woodlands and seasonal blooms. See more

9.4
Outstanding
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Forter Castle

Glenisla, Perthshire, Scotland

Sleeps 16 guests in 7 rooms. Self-catered from £4403 for 3 nights.

Our Experts Say:

Surrounded by stunning scenery in Glenisla, Forter Castle was built in 1560 and enjoys a history as rich as the countryside in which it sits. All who come to stay at Forter quickly learn to use the castle as their own, and greatly enjoy the warmth of a charming home and the magnificent outdoors that surround it. See more

9.7
Outstanding
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Lickleyhead Castle

Auchleven, Aberdeenshire, Scotland

Sleeps 16 guests in 8 rooms (optional accommodation for a further 6 guests). Self-catered from £2640 for 3 nights.

Our Experts Say:

Luxury self-catering castle standing on a ten-acre estate in rural Aberdeenshire. The castle's 8 bedrooms comfortably sleep 16 adults and up to 2 additional children, the smaller East Wing (sleeping upto 6) and the larger West Wing (sleeping upto 12) can also be booked separately. A great venue for family gatherings, reunions and birthday celebrations. See more

9.2
Superb
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Balvaird Wing at Scone Palace

Perth, Scotland

Sleeps 6 guests in 3 rooms. Self-catered from £1350 for 3 nights.

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The iconic Scone Palace is one of Scotland's most historically significant stately homes. It has been the seat of parliaments and the crowning place of the Kings of Scots. The newly-refurbished Balvaird Wing provides 5-star luxury accommodation for up to eight guests. See more

9.8
Outstanding
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Cluny Castle

Aberdeenshire, Scotland

Sleeps 28 guests in 14 rooms. Self-catered price on application.

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This secluded Aberdeensire castle in landscaped parkland, 20 minutes from the airport, combines welcoming luxury with an air of prestige inside its crenellated towers. Abundant in beautifully-carved polished wood, opulent rugs and heavy drapes, it hosts large weddings in the stained-glass chapel and the light-filled, rustic Tenant’s Hall. See more

8.6
Very Good
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