Exterior (1 of 13) Sitting room in first floor Great Hall (2 of 13) Fireplace in sitting room (3 of 13) Ground floor vaulted kitchen/dining room (4 of 13) Sun room (5 of 13) Four Poster bedroom (6 of 13) Twin room (7 of 13) Bathroom (8 of 13) Twin room (9 of 13) Bunk room (10 of 13) Exterior (11 of 13) Exterior (12 of 13) Scenic bridge at nearby Carrbridge (13 of 13)
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Take your camera and hiking boots to this delightfully quirky 16th century castle tower house and enjoy some magnificent scenery and mountain walks.

Fully restored in 1985, this stunning, picturesque castle provides a magnificent setting to relax and unwind. This fairytale castle, standing at the top of a steep bank in an acre of rugged country gardens, is a typical 16th century Scottish tower house built to a simple L-plan, with a main block of three storeys, a garret and a circular stairway. Beautifully presented and only a short drive from Aviemore, the castle provides the perfect escape for families and golfing parties alike.

Well maintained, the castle has retained many original features including wood panelling and an open fireplace and is brimming with period furniture to provide a grand setting for all types of occasions. The ground floor vaulted room, has a well equipped kitchen with dining area, providing an atmospheric setting for guests to enjoy grand banquets or simple suppers. Whilst on the floor above, is the traditionally decorated sitting room, which would have been the Great Hall, which offers the perfect space for evening entertainment. The accommodation is situated across the upper floors and has a minimum occupancy for 6 adults + 2 children (in 1 four poster double room, 2 twin rooms and 1 bunk room) or a maximum occupancy of 6 adults + 4 children (1 four poster double room, 2 twin rooms and 2 bunk rooms).  The second bunk bedroom is normally locked off, but if required can be made available as extra for an additional £50 on top of the price generated by the website.  Should adults wish to sleep in the bunk beds that is fine, however, they are considered suitable for children only.

WHAT TO DO IN THE AREA

Being so close to Aviemore, gives this castle, a huge selection of outdoor activities available to those staying here with great access to the Cairngorms and Monadliath mountain ranges. In winter months there is Cairngorm resort for ski and snowboard enthusiasts. The River Spey offers fabulous fishing opportunities, as well as local fish farms at Grantown and Aviemore. For families, there is the family themed Landmark Forest Adventure Park, a few miles away, which always proves popular. There are excellent local horse-riding centres for those wishing to go pony trekking. For the golfer, there are excellent Highland courses including Boat of Garten, Grantown and Kingussie, whilst the championship course at Nairn is not far away. Other attractions include the Whisky Trail and sighting ospreys at the RSPB centre at Boat of Garten. The breathtaking landscape and calming atmosphere are without doubt what the Highlands are known for and this is an excellent venue to provide this.

Ground floor - Entrance hall; main spiral staircase; cloakroom, with w.c and wash hand basin; kitchen/dining room; sun room; steps up to; utility room.

First floor
- Main spiral staircase; sitting room, with open fire.

Second floor
- Spiral staircase; shower room, with separate shower cabinet, w.c and wash hand basin; double bed room, with four poster double bed, with bath and wash hand basin within the room; bunk room, with double bunk bed.

Third floor
- Spiral staircase; bathroom, with bath with shower over, w.c and wash hand basin; twin room, with two single beds and wash hand basin; twin room, with two single beds and wash hand basin.

(Fourth Floor -
Spiral staircase; bunk room, with double bunk bed – available on request only, subject to an additional charge).

Bedrooms & Bathrooms
  • 2 twin bedroom/s with shared bathroom
  • 1 Bunk bedroom with shared bathroom
  • 1 Four Poster double bedroom with feature bath
  • Additional bunk room available on request at an extra charge of £50 per week
Features, Facilities & Services

Linen; towels and electricity are included. Linen is provided for the bunk beds - but not made up.

Further bunk room available on request only, subject to an additional charge of £50 per booking.

  • CD Player
  • Central Heating
  • Cot
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric Hob & Oven
  • Freezer
  • Fridge
  • Highchair
  • Initial Supply of Logs
  • Internet Access
  • Microwave
  • Parking for 5 cars
  • Payphone
  • TV
  • Tumble Dryer
  • VCR
  • Washing Machine
Please note: there is a steep stone turnpike stairway which is not suitable for unsupervised children and may be difficult for the elderly. Pet charge: applicable per pet (maximum 2 dogs).
Special Features
  • BBQ
  • Central Heating
  • Four Poster Bed
  • Open fire
  • Rated 4 Stars by Visit Scotland
  • Stunning castle
  • Stunning views
  • Sun Room
  • Underfloor heating
  • Wireless Broadband
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Nearest Attractions
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    Fishing on River Spey

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    Aviemore Steam Train

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    Loch Ness

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    Culloden

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    Cairngorms for skiing or walking

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    Funicular railway

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    Golf at Grantown & Boat of Garten

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    Distilleries (Glenfiddich)

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    Clay Pigeon Shooting

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    Canoeing & outdoor activities

Area: Scottish Highlands
Type of Location: Private Estate
Nearest shop: 3 miles
Nearest supermarket: 12 miles
Nearest pub: 0.8 mile

Transport
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Nearest Airport:
  • Inverness 34 miles
Nearest Train Station:
  • Aviemore 12 miles
Use of car hire is essential, to be able to discover the true beauty of the surrounding areas.

For those flying into Scotland, the closest airport to this property is Inverness 34 miles away and hiring a car or 4WD couldn’t be more convenient if you are choosing to travel by air. There are a variety of well known car rental companies within walking distance of the arrivals terminal at Inverness.

If you are driving into Scotland from the south, the major arterial motorway into Scotland, the M74, although busy is generally free flowing.

Trains these days can also be an extremely accessible and pleasurable means of transport into Scotland for individuals and groups alike. All the major railway stations have car hire companies located in situ, enabling the transition from carriage to car to be as stress free as possible.

The sleeper train can be caught from London to Inverness, takes approximately twelve hours and car hire can be easily arranged for your arrival, requiring approximately half an hours’ drive for the remainder of your journey. The closest train station to the property is Aviemore only twelve miles away.
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At A Glance ...
Accepts pets Does not allow smoking
Sleeps: 6+2
4 bedrooms
3 bathrooms
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Books:
Saturday - Saturday
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Travel:
12 Miles Aviemore
30 Miles Inverness ...
Price (per week):
£850 to £3,270
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