Luxury Castle for Vacation Rental Scotland

082 Large castle by the sea, Argyllshire

Sleeps 32

This is a castle with a difference! The difference being that it can accommodate so many people. For a “never to be forgotten” experience – this is the castle for you.

Situated on the southern shore of the Ardnamurchan Peninsula in the western Highlands, on a 25,000 acre estate, this stunning red sandstone castle, which was built in 1901, sleeps up to 32 guests, and enjoys magnificent loch views. The castle is decorated in keeping with the style and context of a large Scottish castle, retaining many original features such as, wood panelling, high ceilings and open fires. This exclusive holiday property offers accommodation on a grand scale, suitable for large family gatherings, sporting parties, corporate groups or friends celebrating special anniversaries.

On entering the castle, there is a manned office, impressive stairs, a large panelled drawing room, a further sitting room, a snooker room, a dining room, conservatory, galley kitchen and large commercial kitchen which provides ample space to prepare large feasts. The accommodation has 16 bedrooms en-suite; 14 of which are on the ground, second, third and fourth floors and the remaining 2 bedrooms are in a separate turret house. The grounds consist of lawn and formal garden areas; a tennis court and a hobbit house. There is also a private jetty.

Whilst this castle books on a self-catering basis, due to the numbers involved, it is recommended that guests employ the services of a professional cook, one who is used to working in a commercial kitchen. Please contact the office for further details. Check-in and check-out are 10am respectively. With it’s private location and stunning setting it is well worth the travel. It is ideal for large groups of people for family occasions, weddings and corporate events over a weekend or for a week.

WHAT TO DO IN THE AREA

Access onto the Ardnamurchan Peninsula is either by the 5 minute ferry crossing on the Corran Ferry or via the more scenic route past Glenfinnan. Once there, it is a lochs and glens paradise, and feels as if it is a west coast island compared to being part of the mainland. It is ideal for those just wishing to get away to an amazing location or for those wishing to particpate in fishing or shooting, or wanting to walk and explore the abundant hills. For those looking to explore further, then day trips to the Islands of Mull and Coll are reccomended.

At a glance

Sleeps: 32
16 bedrooms
16 bathrooms

Books:
Sunday - Sunday

Travel:
40 miles Fort William

Price (per week):
£6,500 to £10,500

Accommodation Ground floor - Entrance hall; manned office; main entrance with sweeping stairs; ladies w.c; gents w.c; “Bruce” twin room, with zip-and-link beds, with en-suite bathroom, with bath with shower attachment, w.c and wash hand basin; “MacDuff” double room, en-suite bathroom, with bath with shower attachment, w.c and was hand basin; “Burns” double room, with suite living area, with en-suite bathroom, with bath, shower cabinet, w.c and wash hand basin; trophy room; conservatory; back stairs; large commercial kitchen; utility area, which is closed-off.

First floor - Stairs; dining room, which seats 32 people maximum, though ideal for a lesser number; access to external patio garden area where dining can be held in the summer months; galley kitchen; back stairs; wide main corridor, which can be used as a dancing venue; exit with access to front steps; main stairwell; drawing room, with TV; large panelled room, which is the main reception room, with open fire; snooker room, with small size billiard table.

Second floor - Main stairwell; “Macbeth” double room, with four poster bed, with en-suite bathroom with stunning view, with roll top bath with shower attachment, w.c and wash hand basin; “Boswell” double room, with en-suite bathroom with smaller hip bath with shower over, w.c and wash hand basin; “Fleming” double room, with en-suite bathroom, with bath with shower over, w.c and wash hand basin; “Mitchell” twin room, with zip-and-link beds, with en-suite bathroom, with bath with shower attachment, w.c and wash hand basin; back stairs.

Third floor - Main stairwell; “Byron” double room, with four poster bed, with en-suite bathroom with stunning view, with roll top bath with shower attachment, w.c and wash hand basin; “Lauder” double room, with en-suite bathroom, with bath with shower attachment, bidet, w.c and wash hand basin; “Wallace” double room, with en-suite bathroom, with bath with shower over, w.c and wash hand basin; “Adam” twin room, with zip-and-link beds, with en-suite bathroom, with bath with shower over, w.c and wash hand basin; “Scott” double room, with en-suite bathroom, with bath with shower attachment, shower cabinet, w.c and wash hand basin; back stairs.

Fourth floor - Main stairwell; “Penthouse” double room, with living space, with en-suite dressing room with shower cabinet and wash hand basin and en-suite bathroom, with bath with shower attachement, bidet, w.c and wash hand basin; “Baird” twin room, with zip-and-link beds, with living space, kitchenette (not stocked), and en-suite bathroom, with bath with shower attachment, w.c and wash hand basin; back stairs.

Turret House - Ground floor - entrance hall; stairs; “Buchan” twin room, with en-suite bathroom, with bath with shower attachment, w.c and wash hand basin. First Floor – stairs; “MacDonald” double room, with living space and en-suite bathroom, with bath with shower attachment, w.c and wash hand basin.

12 double bedroom/s with ensuite bathroom

4 twin bedroom/s with ensuite bathroom

Features

Cook and Housekeeping Services Available

Commercial kitchen

Formal Garden

Ghillie available for fishing

Hobbit House with internal BBQ

Open fires

Private jetty for boat access

Snooker Room

Sporting activities available

Tennis Court

Wireless Broadband

Wooden play area

Facilities and Services

Linen, towels; electricity; oil central heating; and an initial supply of logs provided. A housekeeper has daily access, who works on behalf of the castle at their discretion. Please note that if there is any washing to be done, then an arrangement can be made with the management subject to staff availability.

12 ring gas cooker

2 chest freezers

3 commercial fridge freezers

CD Player

Central Heating

Commercial dishwasher

DVD Player

Digibox

Electric oven

Galley kitchen

Gas double oven

Grill

Highchair

Hot lights

Initial Supply of Logs

Ironing facilities

Microwaves

Parking for 20 cars

Telephone with Honesty System

Due to a change in management for early 2012, we are awaiting further news on the pricing and are unable to provide pricing for your enquiry at this stage. If you are interested in this property, then please provide your details and we will update you as soon as the information is provided.

Local activities & area

Ardnamurchan

Morvern

Tobermory

Island of Mull

Island of Iona

Horse riding

Fishing for Trout on hill lochs

Sailing

Sea fishing

Yacht charters

Area: Central Scotland/Strathclyde, Type of Location: Coastal, Nearest shop: 8 miles, Nearest supermarket: 40 miles, Nearest pub: 7 miles.

Transport

Nearest Airport:

Inverness 105 miles
Prestwick 156 miles

Nearest Train Station:

Fort William 40 miles

Use of car hire is essential, to discover the true beauty of the surrounding areas. For those flying into Scotland, the closest airport to this property is Inverness 73 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 airport. If you are driving into Scotland from the south, the major arterial motorway into Scotland, the M74, although busy is generally free flowing.