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A Romantic Scottish Castle Surrounded By History@

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Grand hall
Many memories have been made under this 500 year old stone ceiling
A cosy corner in the grand hall

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pool
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Lochgilphead, Argyll & Bute
  • Kilmartin House Museum
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Kilmartin Glen
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Carnasserie Castle
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Oban (OBN)
    ‪66 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

A Romantic Scottish Castle Surrounded By History@

Our bedrooms have been individually designed to retain all the rustic vibes of the castle while still spoiling guests with the comforts of luxurious modern living. Large lush beds, 400 thread count linen, huge oversized rain showers and free standing baths.
Kilmartin Castle was built in 1550 for John Carswell, the Rector of Kilmartin, later Bishop of the Isles. It was held by the Campbell Clan, then abandoned for 200 years. Now, a luxury retreat for walkers, history lovers, couples, families & friends who enjoy discovering unique places to stay.

Guests say 'We wish we had stayed longer.'


An authentic castle retreat, welcoming and warm, rustic and honest. The castle walls and floors have been deliberately left with their original aged patina. Interiors are a mix of antique furniture and original artworks and objects that we have lovingly collected over time. The kitchen is well equipped with two Bosch ovens, Neff induction hob, fridge freezer and a dishwasher so no-one has to draw the short straw there. The dining room sits 8-10 guests and the grand hall is a fabulous place to gather around the fire. A HD projectpr allows you to pull down a hidden screen and enjoy a movie together. The whisky snug is an excellent place to sneak off to with a good read. All five en suite bedrooms have been individually designed including wood burning stoves, extravagant walk in showers, roll top copper baths and luxury bedding.

Our gardens have been recently landsacped to include a raised lawn, orchard, sunken fire-pit, dining table and sitting area with wood buring stove. The outdoor kitchen is full equipped with crockery, cutlery and sink with hot running water. There is a large Kamado Joe, a BBQ and a pizza oven. We grow our own organic fruits, herbs and vegetables at the castle which you are welcome to enjoy. We also have a wild swimming pond which is fantastic on a sunny day. A stone shed has become outside toilets, complete with wood burner. In early 2023 we will be building a glasshouse which will become a dining room in the garden providing shelter should there be a Scottish rain shower whilst you are barbecueing.

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Amenities

Pool
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Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed
Weddings & private parties
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Pets

Pets allowed
Pets welcome
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Latest check in is at 20:00

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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events are allowed on site
Note from host: Weddings & private parties
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Lochgilphead

Located in Lochgilphead, this cottage is on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Moine Mhor Nature Reserve and Loch Ederline, while Studio Barn Argyll and Auchindrain Highland Farm Township are cultural highlights. Kayaking and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and horse riding nearby.
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Lochgilphead, Argyll & Bute

What's nearby

  • Kilmartin House Museum - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Kilmartin Glen - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Carnasserie Castle - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Moine Mhor Nature Reserve - 4 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Loch Fyne - 12 min drive - 14.8 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Kilmartin Museum Cafe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Crinan Hotel - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Crafty Kitchen - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Lord of the Isles - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Lord of the Isles - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does A Romantic Scottish Castle Surrounded By History@ have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is A Romantic Scottish Castle Surrounded By History@ pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at A Romantic Scottish Castle Surrounded By History@?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A Romantic Scottish Castle Surrounded By History@?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is A Romantic Scottish Castle Surrounded By History@ located?

This family-friendly Lochgilphead cottage is located on a lake, within 2 mi (3 km) of Kilmartin House Museum and Kilmartin Glen. Carnasserie Castle and Moine Mhor Nature Reserve are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Phillip

Fantastic a really different place to stay
Just fantastic accom and so historic We booked the chef Allison for two nights and it was great Worth the charge 100%
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10/10 Excellent

Donna

Amazing stay in Scottish Castle
Absolutely, amazing loved any single minute of it.
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10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

A wonderful family wedding experience!
The castle was beautiful and very comfortable. Ali did a fantastic job of cooking for us and taking care of all of us for the three days.
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10/10 Excellent

Ian & Michelle

Perfect wedding weekend in a fabulous accommodation
3 night stay and wedding in the gardens.Group of 10plis spillover guests in nearby cottage
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10/10 Excellent

JT

Sophisticated whimsical break
A real pleasure spending two nights in this character-filled structure. Enough old to let you know it's steeped in age, and all of the luxuries of a high end hotel. Plus real soul, not just decorated. Love our stay here.
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10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Fabulousness...!
We stayed at Kilmartin Castle as a group of friends as a surprise for my husband's 50th birthday party. It was the epiotome of luxury and we had a great time.
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10/10 Excellent

marijn

Great accommodation with cosy atmosphere
We had an excellent stay at Kilmartin Castle, it was a unique experience. We felt very welcomed and our guests were enchanted by the castle experience. The interior design is of good taste and greatly contributed to the positive experience. We never were cold, despite the really poor weather we sometimes had. There are also plenty of beautiful places that are easily reached from Kilmartin, as well as nearby groceryshops, which makes Kilmartin a convenient location.

10/10 Excellent

katie h.

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Amazing!
Staying here was one of the best things I've ever done in my life! Everything about it was perfect. The hosts were great - my friends and I were welcomed with fresh bread and shown around the castle and grounds as well as given some great tips about the town and surrounding area. We went swimming in the pond and enjoyed a fire in the firepit under the stars. We picked fruit and vegetables to eat from the organic garden. The castle is so beautiful inside - I must have taken 200 photos! I loved the real 1550 castle feel...thick stone walls, curved ceilings, spiral stairs, etc, and how all of the decor fit so well...very cozy! I could stay there forever! And Kilmartin is so lovely - the Museum and historical sites were amazing. I will definitely be staying here again, next time it will be for longer!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Emily

Absolutely perfect, everything we hoped for and more!
We hired the whole place for 3 nights for us and our family for our tiny wedding. The castle was perfect, warm and cosy, comfy beds, beautiful rooms, very well appointed and lovely gardens with gorgeous views over the Glen where we had our ceremony. The castle is even better in real life, with lots of little nooks and quirky details that make it special and unique. We used the recommended photographer, chef and celebrant who were also all fantastic. All in all - better than we could imagine!

About the host

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When Stef and Simo bought Kilmartin Castle, after falling in love with Scotland on a road trip in Dec 2013, they became only the fourth owners since 1550. Simon, an Australian, was a Creative Director for an advertising agency and Stef, from the North East of England, was a Travel Journalist & Radio Presenter. They had a vision to create an authentic castle retreat, welcoming and warm, but at the same time rustic and honest with vintage furniture collected whilst travelling, original artworks and touches of luxury where they mater most. They opened Kilmartin Castle to visitors for the first time in 464 years in 2019.

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