See in the New Year in your very own Scottish castle
Celebrating New Year in style is easy in Scotland with many stunning castles, large country retreats or cosy cottages that can be all yours for the festive period.
Cottages and Castles Ltd, Scotland’s specialist holiday lettings agency has an enviable range of traditional Scottish castles to delightful country cottages, available over New Year that allow you to celebrate an unforgettable Scottish Hogmanay with family and friends.
Sue Bourne, Manager for Cottages and Castles, said: “Our self-catering castles and large properties offer excellent value for money for groups of friends and family wishing to enjoy a rip-roaring hootenanny in a fantastic Scottish location. Castles offer traditional charm with the warmth of open log fires, wonderful public rooms ideal for ceilidh dancing and beautiful grounds to enjoy a New Year’s Day stroll to blow away the cobwebs after the previous night’s celebrations.”
The firm also has a delightful range of cosy cottages and larger country houses ideal for any type of festive gathering, be it a romantic get-away for two to a remote loch-side cottage or a country retreat within easy reach to enjoy Scotland’s heritage and popular visitor attractions.
Accessibility is a key factor when thinking about a festive getaway. Many of the properties available through Cottages & Castles are located within easy reach of Scotland’s main airports for those coming from the south, as well as being easily accessible by car or train for those already living in Scotland.
Some of the most picturesque and traditional Scottish properties available for New Year include:
Burgie House, Moray – sleeps 17 (+2 on sofabed) New Year price £3800 - Both comfortable and traditional, Burgie is ideal for a winter break with its open fires, fantastic estate walks and views. With its wonderful ceilidh room and three additional public rooms, it is a superb property for a fantastic New Year party.
Kyllachy Lodge, Tomatin – sleeps 16, New Year price £5000 - Kyllachy Lodge is spectacular private home only available to let over Christmas and New Year. It is set in a beautiful location up the Findhorn Valley where deer graze around the estate. It is a house to savour in the very best Scottish Highlands sense and being only 30 minutes drive from Inverness airport and 10 minutes off the A9, it is easily accessible yet wonderfully tranquil and private.
Aldourie Castle, Loch Ness, Inverness-shire – sleeps up to 30, available on an exclusive basis only. Off-season weeks begin at £24,000 whilst a week of New Year luxury will set you back somewhat more. – This prestigious property is a true fairytale Scottish castle with its many turrets and towers. The castle dates back to the 17th century and has been fully restored to its former glory. Aldourie is nestled amongst the finest Highland scenery with all 16 bedrooms including tower rooms at the top, commanding spectacular views. Catering can be provided for exclusive use. If its sheer indulgence combined with traditional Scottish character, Aldourie Castle is a must for celebrating Hogmanay in style.
House of Craigie, Ayrshire – sleeps 14, New Year price £4000 - This property is a fantastic Georgian Farmhouse which has been immaculately and stylishly restored to its former glory, along with stylish extras. The real bonus is the fabulous new indoor pool leading off the family games room as well as an all-weather tennis court, offering something for all to enjoy. Being less than 30 minutes to Prestwick or Glasgow airports the property is ideal located for those wishing to escape the hustle and bustle of city life.
Glencroft Cottage, Glen Lyon, Perthshire sleeps 4 (+2 sofabed) New Year price £800 – What could be more romantic than a sweet thatched cottage set in the stunningly beautiful Glen Lyon. The cottage features exposed stone walls and cosy open fires along with glorious highland scenery and a delightful local market town. Glencroft gives you the very best of romantic, rural Perthshire.
The Highland Club, Fort Augustus – sleeping 2 to 6, apartments start from £425 for New Year - Set in more than twenty acres of private grounds on the southern shores of Loch Ness, The Highland Club was originally a Benedictine Monastery and now a listed building offering great facilities and private apartments with spectacular views. Guests can enjoy the member club and restaurant as well as numerous on-site activities before retiring to an individual self-catering private apartment offering a blend of traditional charm and stylish living.
Struan Cottage, Aviemore, sleeps 5 (+1) New Year £700 - Aviemore is a winter wonderland over the festive period with much going on in the busy town including fantastic skiing and winter sports on the Cairngorms. Struan Cottage is a few minutes walk from the centre of Aviemore and a perfect retreat to bring in the New Year.
For more information on the above properties or alternative properties available, visit cottages-and-castles.co.uk.
