THIRLESTANE CASTLE

Scottish Borders, Scotland

This fabulous, 16th Century castle is one of the oldest and finest inhabited castles in Scotland. It is the seat of the Duke of Lauderdale and has been lived in by the same family for over 400 years. Just 50 minutes by car from Edinburgh.

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

AT A GLANCE

Following an extensive refurbishment project, Thirlestane Castle now offers exclusive use accommodation for up to 18 people in 5 beautifully appointed and decorated apartments. This luxury accommodation has 400 years of history and wonderful views across the estate and the borders countryside. When the castle is taken for exclusive use, the State Dining Room and the State Drawing Room can be used.

Sleeps 18 people in 5 beautifully designed and decorated apartments.
The State Dining Room, which is lined with family portraits, can seat 24 people on one table, 70 people on small round tables or 40 people on 2 long tables.
Grand State Drawing Room.
Billiard Room.
The Victorian Kitchen and Vaulted Cellar offer alternative dining spaces as well as a BBQ in the Cobbled Courtyard.
Lots of outdoor activities can be organised on the estate including mini Highland Games, falconry, archery, croquet and clay pigeon shooting.
Within easy reach of many of the famous golf courses in East Lothian such as Muirfield, Dunbar, North Berwick and Gullane.
50 minutes by car to Edinburgh.

INQUIRE ABOUT THIS PROPERTY

Speak with one of our travel consultants today about arranging a bespoke vacation in this property.

Call

UK: +44 (0)1835 824 642

US Toll Free: +1 866 842 7550

FEATURES

The family live in the West Wing of Thirlestane Castle while the East Wing and Courtyard have been stunningly converted into 5 luxury apartments. There is so much to see and do in the Scottish Borders and Thirlestane Castle is a magnificent base to have whilst exploring. There is not only the countryside of the Borders to enjoy but also the bright lights of Edinburgh which are only 50 minutes away by car.

The lands which Thirlestane Castle sits on have been owned by the Maitland family since the 13th Century. The central part of the present castle was completed in 1590, remodeled in the 1670s and in the 1840s it was enlarged and elaborated on to compete with other grand country estates of the time. This was a time when entertaining on a grand scale was very much ‘in vogue’ and Thirlestane was built onto so that it could accommodate extra guests and their servants.

Would you like to stay in a castle in Scotland but you’re not sure where to start? Why not get in touch with us and we will organize a fabulous vacation for you.

WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

“Well, you did it. It was a fabulous trip. The properties, the pace, the sights, the countryside, the people, food and trekking. Thank you so much. We feel as though you gave us special attention and really appreciate it. Your insights and guidance were highly focussed and just perfect. I, too, will miss our communications and you making us feel so unique.”

T.P., DALLAS, USA