“For full immersion into Scotland of yore, stay at the moody 16th Century Kilmartin Castle”
RULE
Kilmartin Castle IS yours to rule exclusively!
A juxtaposition of old and new, rustic and elegant, Kilmartin Castle challenges expectations of what a Scottish castle stay is.
Imagine your next family holiday or trip with friends in a luxury Scottish castle. The castle is small enough for couples not to lose each other, but big enough to comfortably sleep 10. During your stay, you can choose to cook using produce from the organic kitchen garden, or we can introduce you to fantastic chefs who can be hired to spoil you.
Kilmartin Castle is cosy year-round. Window seats provide the perfect place to snuggle up and read a book or escape to the whisky snug. Hidden behind an old oak beam in the grand hall is a projector screen, so you can enjoy a movie together if you wish.
The castle kitchen is fully equipped and ready for you to flex your culinary skills. Cooking is made easy with two Bosch ovens and a large induction hob. A dishwasher is on hand, so no one will draw the short straw there, and a large fridge freezer means you can stock up for your stay.
Our organic kitchen garden is your living welcome hamper and is available for you to use throughout your stay. We encourage you to make use of the orchard and fruit bushes as well.
The castle kitchen is a sociable space with a central island and seating booth where once the fire would have roared and rarely gone out in the 16th Century.
The castle’s candlelit dining room, also on the ground floor, has hosted many memorable gatherings over the past 500 years. The original stone walls and barrel-vaulted ceiling create a dining experience that feels like a journey back in time to 1550.
Five luxury en-suite bedrooms accommodate 10 adults, with a trundle bed available for children up to 14 and a travel cot for children up to 2.
The castle gardens and grounds were newly landscaped in 2021. They now include an organic kitchen garden, orchard, outdoor entertaining area with seating and a wood burner, an outdoor kitchen with a pizza oven, a Kamado Joe, and a BBQ. A glasshouse with a dining table seats up to 20 people and is a fantastic space for entertaining.
Will Hamer of Wild Kabn Kitchen can be hired to cook over an open flame. Dining with Will is an unforgettable experience, typically enjoyed in the glasshouse. Will is an exceptional chef.
Taking a dip in the natural swimming pool is a great way to start your day on a sunny morning! Natural pools rely on biological water filtration, allowing you to swim in clear, chemical-free water all year round. Water is naturally purified by water plants, ensuring a hygienic swimming experience. Swimming in a natural pool feels like taking a wild swim in a loch. You can enjoy the proven health benefits of swimming in a pool that is also good for the environment. Keep an eye out for the many dragonflies!
On a clear night, grab a blanket and head to the sunken fire pit built with glacial erratics discovered when digging out the pond. Take a dram and keep an eye out for shooting stars while soaking in the view of the castle.
Hidden in a stone shed in the garden, you will find the outdoor toilets dreams are made of! They feature custom-made Kilmartin Castle WCs, handmade basins, and a charming wood-burning stove for chillier days.
4 LEGGED FRIENDS
Kilmartin Castle welcomes two well-behaved dogs. If you are bringing along four-legged friends, we can have their beds ready too. We ask that you do not allow dogs to jump on the furniture or the beds.
FIREWORKS
We have a strict NO FIREWORKS policy at Kilmartin Castle as we are part of a small village community and surrounded by farmers.
We impose large fines for rule breakers in this regard. Nothing larger than a sparkler, please!
Check-in: 4pm Check-out: 10am
Kilmartin Castle can be booked for a maximum of 10 people, and it has 5 bedrooms with a 3-night minimum stay. Additionally, there is a trundle bed suitable for 1 child up to the age of 14 years old and a travel cot for a child aged up to 2 years old. Please note that our kingsize and double beds do not split into singles. Occasionally, shorter stays may be available. For full information on prices, please see our rates page.
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