As one of Europe’s favourite holiday destinations, Scotland offers a wide choice of places to stay. From budget campsites to high end hotels with just about everything in between. But what if there are lots of you going and you all want to stay in the same place? Group accommodation in Scotland is easily your best bet. Read on to discover why this option makes every bit of sense for your next holiday.

Better together

Whatever your reason for the holiday – a reunion, special occasion, family birthday or just because – being all together under the same roof will make it that much better. You could, of course, all stay at a hotel, but choosing group accommodation in Scotland will take the experience to another level.

Think of the lazy breakfasts, long lunches and evening meals, all at the same table. No rush to do anything or move on for anyone. Hours of play or just relaxing in the gardens together. Plus, the fun of deciding who gets which room or bagging the best for you because you arranged the booking.

How about…? A Victorian fishing lodge fit for 16. Take a look…

Victorian Fishing Lodge, near Fort William

Extra special

There are plenty of lovely options for self-catering, but if you choose group accommodation in Scotland you open the door to some extra special venues. Think historic homes, regal estates and best of all, charming castles. Imagine you (all) being king and queen of your very own castle, complete with all the legend and magic that Scottish castles simply ooze.

Turrets, great halls, lofty towers, minstrels’ galleries… all with their very own history, that’s so often dark and dashing in Scotland. And in the lap of luxury because the best castle stays really do provide accommodation fit for kings. Think four-posters, roll-top baths, antiques galore and maybe your very own croquet ground.

How about…? A ‘Game of Thrones’ medieval castle for 14. Take a look…

Historic Medieval Castle, near Largs

All that space

Group accommodation in Scotland always comes big on space. Large houses and castles easily cater for the hoards with room left over. You will all be able to sit at the same table and settle down in front of one big roaring fire. There’ll also be space for the children to hang out and on their own.

And importantly, because even the closest families can jar sometimes, you’ll be able get away from everyone. Take your pick from cosy sitting rooms, reading nooks or private arbours in the gardens where anyone can have a bit of down time.

How about…? A luxury Baronial castle for all 36 of you. See what we mean about space? Take a look…

Luxury Baronial Castle, in Dumfries and Galloway

Unusual and unique

As well as being special, accommodation options for large groups in Scotland gives you the chance to stay at somewhere unusual. How often do you get the opportunity to lord it in a medieval castle? Enjoy your own private woodlands and loch shoreline? Sleep in a room once used by the British royal family? And best of all, you’ll be the only ones there.

How about…? A luxury round house with plenty of room for 10. Take a look…

Luxury Round House, near St Andrews

Scotland’s best

Renowned for its stunning scenery, Scotland comes at its best when you get off the beaten track and into the far-reaching countryside. Choosing a large group holiday in Scotland gives you another perspective on this beautiful country. Enjoy panoramic views over lofty mountains, ancient woodland, mysterious lochs and unspoilt coastline, from your very own holiday retreat. And all to yourself.

How about…? A loch-side mansion (complete with indoor pool) on Argyll’s secret coast with space galore for 16. Take a look… 

Indoor Pool Holiday House, near Tighnabruiach

Book that group accommodation in Scotland

And now you know why large group breaks in Scotland are such a great idea it’s time to book! Take a long look at our selection of Scottish castles and stately homes, all suitable for groups and perfect for a holiday you’ll all remember.

As spring threatens to burst into technicolour bloom, we’re riding the tide of joy with the addition of these four fabulous castle rentals to our portfolio for 2018. All comfortable homes away from home, they bring an stand-out contribution to the fold and are all strikingly individual. Fancy a stay in a castle with the clan this year? Let us take you on a tour of these large holiday homes in Scotland to help sow that seed a little further.

Four new castle rentals in Scotland for 2018

Pop Art Country House, Kingdom of Fife

Scotland’s more than famous for its amazing views. Almost wherever you are in the country you’re guaranteed something awesome to look at. Views of spectacular castles, dramatic mountains, serene lochs, rare wildlife, remote isles… And the good news is that you can claim them as your own while you’re on holiday. 

Lochhouse Tower a 16th Century Borders Tower in Dumfries-shire was built in about 1533 and restored in the 1970’s with a complete refurbishment in 2014.

Fenton Tower, a 16th century tower house, has now made itself available to accept self-catering bookings throughout the year for the first time. This amazing castle is the height of luxury and is a 5 star Visit Scotland graded “exclusive use” venue and should prove to be very popular for those who want to stay in a luxury style castle. Being only 24 miles from Edinburgh should also make it a very attractive proposition, making travelling by air or train a short easy option.
Whilst the castle looks great from the outside, it is even better on the inside. The vaulted dining room has all the character and atmosphere you would expect from a dining hall that goes back to 1587, and the long table decked out in candles will be a treat, even if it is not a Medieval banquet on offer. The Great Hall is a wonderful large sitting room with huge open fire and ideal for entertaining. As for the bedrooms, they are all a range of luxurious rooms, some with four poster beds and all unique in style. However, it could be argued that the bathrooms are even better. How often do you come across a large copper bath. Even better when you are stylishly attired in the big fluffy dressing gown with the Fenton Tower logo, provided as part of the booking. Anyone staying here, to use the clichés, will live like a lord and be the king or queen of the castle, in style and luxury.

This is all great for the adults who can also find out more for about the history. But what about for the children, what is the story? Well, to children Fenton Tower will be better known as the pink castle, Archie the inventor’s house from the BBC show Balamory. So it should be perfect for both adults and children on so many levels, either for weekly or weekend rentals. Contact Scotts Castle Holidays today to find out more about staying in a castle in Scotland.

New to Scotts Castle Holidays is this fabulous Holiday House with a View overlooking Dunblane. With an impressive first floor drawing room with large picture windows, this is an old fashioned country house  offering comfort and style. Ideal for up to 21 people on a self-catering basis, it is set within its own estate with great views all the way to Ben Lomond.

Only one hour away from both Glasgow and Edinburgh, this Scottish holiday house is a great country venue in a central location. Dunblane, Andy Murray’s home town is only a few miles away, whilst Gleneagles is less than half an hour away. This large holiday house is ideal for family holidays for a week or special occasions over a weekend. Why not find out more today at Scotts Castle Holidays?

New to Scotts Castle Holidays is this fabulous Secluded Country House in Dumfries and Galloway, which is offered on a self-catering basis for up to 17 people. With an impressive galleried reception hall with full size snooker table, this is an old fashioned country house that is used to accommodating lots of people in comfort and style.

Only one hour after crossing the Scottish/English border, this Scottish holiday house is a great country venue, without having to travel the length of Scotland to get there. Perfect for family holidays for a week or special occasions over a weekend. Why not find out more today at Scotts Castle Holidays?

New to Scotts Castle Holidays is this amazing Five Star Barn Conversion in the Scottish Borders, which is offered on a self-catering basis. The quality of décor is comparable to the standard of a boutique hotel, with an impressive galleried sitting room and modern well equipped kitchen. Ideal for 8 to 10 people, with a selection of plush bedrooms to choose from.

Only 30 miles from Edinburgh, this Scottish holiday house is a great country venue with good access to city life if you wish a daytrip to see Edinburgh Castle. This large holiday house is perfect for short breaks or family holidays, and there is so much to do in the Borders, the short break destination of Scotland. Why not find out more today at Scotts Castle Holidays?

New to to Scotts Castle Holidays is this Family Home with Pool which is situated a few minutes away from the Rosemount golf course near Blairgowrie in Perthshire, having two championship courses to choose from.

From the age of 9 to 14, John Lennon spent some of the happiest times of his life in this remote part of the Highlands when his family visited Durness on holiday. It is not hard to see why Durness, the most north-westerly village on mainland Britain, would have appealed to someone brought up in Liverpool. Vast open spaces, magnificent sandy bay, lochs and glens to be explored and freedom for children and adults. Within this setting, is the Luxury House by the Beach, which can sleep up to 17 adults on a self-catering basis. This is an ideal large holiday house in Scotland for memorable and unforgettable family adventures, which will last a lifetime. Why not find out more today at Scotts Castle Holidays?