Elgin Castle
Elgin, Scotland
Highlights
- An exclusive use historic estate located in picturesque Moray in the Northeast of Scotland, covering 5000 acres of farmland, meadows, paddocks and woodlands
- Perfectly positioned between the spectacular peaks of the Cairngorm National Park, the illustrious distilleries of the Spey Valley, and the golden sands of the Moray Firth
- Offers the ideal setting for holidays, private celebrations, corporate meetings and rural activity retreats.
- Private dining rooms, a Whisky Room, Billiards Room and delightful gardens
Elgin, Scotland
The house sleeps 38 people across 20 bedrooms (16 ensuite)
Property overview
Dating back to 1640, the Estate spans over 5000 acres, with Elgin House positioned at the heart. In addition, the estate is home to several lovely self-catering holiday lets, as well as tenanted farms and some 30 dwelling properties scattered across the estate. With a mixture of agricultural and woodlands, contributing to an overall mixed farming pattern across the whole Estate, we also sustain an extensive range of flora and fauna, and many rare and historic trees.
Located in the scenic countryside of the Scottish Highlands, Elgin House is an estate full of passion, pride, and with a fabulous history. The 17th-century façade, awash with a pale yellow harl and sash windows, fronts the two four-story wings and a massive square tower. It backs onto rolling farmland and the spectacular mountains of Cairngorm National Park, west of the historic Spey Valley.
From the tree-lined drive to the mature parkland, surrounded by fields panning out into the distance, you’ll delight in this charmingly designed, turreted castle with its chimneys, gables and steep rooftops, as it emerges into view. Walk through an impressive ancient courtyard and you’ll be met by an original stone arched vestibule at the main entrance to the property, before entering the atmospheric reception area.
Accommodation
Elgin Castle sleeps 38 guests across 20 bedrooms, each lovingly decorated in gentle hues and floral patterns. Comfortable beds, luxurious finishes and elegant design details only add to the sense of occasion.
A family home since the 1600s, this historic castle is open to guests who are looking to immerse themselves in the seclusion and tranquillity of the Scottish countryside. While it may be rich in history, Elgin is a comfortable, light-filled house, fully equipped with the little luxuries that will make your stay even more memorable. Up to 38 guests are welcome to stay in the main house’s 20 charming bedrooms (16 are ensuite), each designed with traditional home comforts in mind.
Venture inside this delight of a castle and you’ll discover a charming selection of public rooms complete with open fires, including The Drawing Room, The Old Library, Whisky Room and Billiards Room.
Wide hallways adjoin these public rooms, giving a free-flowing feel to the living areas. Opulent, heavy fabrics adorn large windows, and gilded framed family portraits gaze down from high walls.
The castle’s three floors offer plenty of rooms for all occasions, from formal dinners in The Ballroom to relaxed light summer lunches in the gardens. Take things easy with a good book, play some board games by the fire, savour a single malt or two, or perhaps serenade your fellow houseguests with a virtuoso performance on the full-size grand piano.
Location
Nestled in the world-famous whisky region, Elgin lies on the south coast of the Moray Firth roughly midway between Inverness and Aberdeen and straddles the River Lossie.
The town offers many pleasant characteristics, breathtaking scenery and a number of local distilleries including Glen Moray, Gordon & MacPhail and Glen Elgin, most of which have open days for the public and whisky trails.
On North College Street is the lovely ruin of Elgin Cathedral. Once considered Scotland's most beautiful cathedral, rivalling St Andrews in importance, today it is little more than a shell, though it does retain its original facade. Unusual features include the Pictish cross slab in the middle of the ruins and the cracked gravestones with their memento mori of skulls and crossbones.
At the very top of High Street is one of Britain's oldest museums, the Elgin Museum, housed in this building since 1843.
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Elgin Castle
Elgin, Scotland
Highlights
- An exclusive use historic estate located in picturesque Moray in the Northeast of Scotland, covering 5000 acres of farmland, meadows, paddocks and woodlands
- Perfectly positioned between the spectacular peaks of the Cairngorm National Park, the illustrious distilleries of the Spey Valley, and the golden sands of the Moray Firth
- Offers the ideal setting for holidays, private celebrations, corporate meetings and rural activity retreats.
- Private dining rooms, a Whisky Room, Billiards Room and delightful gardens
Elgin, Scotland
The house sleeps 38 people across 20 bedrooms (16 ensuite)
Property overview
Dating back to 1640, the Estate spans over 5000 acres, with Elgin House positioned at the heart. In addition, the estate is home to several lovely self-catering holiday lets, as well as tenanted farms and some 30 dwelling properties scattered across the estate. With a mixture of agricultural and woodlands, contributing to an overall mixed farming pattern across the whole Estate, we also sustain an extensive range of flora and fauna, and many rare and historic trees.
Located in the scenic countryside of the Scottish Highlands, Elgin House is an estate full of passion, pride, and with a fabulous history. The 17th-century façade, awash with a pale yellow harl and sash windows, fronts the two four-story wings and a massive square tower. It backs onto rolling farmland and the spectacular mountains of Cairngorm National Park, west of the historic Spey Valley.
From the tree-lined drive to the mature parkland, surrounded by fields panning out into the distance, you’ll delight in this charmingly designed, turreted castle with its chimneys, gables and steep rooftops, as it emerges into view. Walk through an impressive ancient courtyard and you’ll be met by an original stone arched vestibule at the main entrance to the property, before entering the atmospheric reception area.
Accommodation
Elgin Castle sleeps 38 guests across 20 bedrooms, each lovingly decorated in gentle hues and floral patterns. Comfortable beds, luxurious finishes and elegant design details only add to the sense of occasion.
A family home since the 1600s, this historic castle is open to guests who are looking to immerse themselves in the seclusion and tranquillity of the Scottish countryside. While it may be rich in history, Elgin is a comfortable, light-filled house, fully equipped with the little luxuries that will make your stay even more memorable. Up to 38 guests are welcome to stay in the main house’s 20 charming bedrooms (16 are ensuite), each designed with traditional home comforts in mind.
Venture inside this delight of a castle and you’ll discover a charming selection of public rooms complete with open fires, including The Drawing Room, The Old Library, Whisky Room and Billiards Room.
Wide hallways adjoin these public rooms, giving a free-flowing feel to the living areas. Opulent, heavy fabrics adorn large windows, and gilded framed family portraits gaze down from high walls.
The castle’s three floors offer plenty of rooms for all occasions, from formal dinners in The Ballroom to relaxed light summer lunches in the gardens. Take things easy with a good book, play some board games by the fire, savour a single malt or two, or perhaps serenade your fellow houseguests with a virtuoso performance on the full-size grand piano.
Location
Nestled in the world-famous whisky region, Elgin lies on the south coast of the Moray Firth roughly midway between Inverness and Aberdeen and straddles the River Lossie.
The town offers many pleasant characteristics, breathtaking scenery and a number of local distilleries including Glen Moray, Gordon & MacPhail and Glen Elgin, most of which have open days for the public and whisky trails.
On North College Street is the lovely ruin of Elgin Cathedral. Once considered Scotland's most beautiful cathedral, rivalling St Andrews in importance, today it is little more than a shell, though it does retain its original facade. Unusual features include the Pictish cross slab in the middle of the ruins and the cracked gravestones with their memento mori of skulls and crossbones.
At the very top of High Street is one of Britain's oldest museums, the Elgin Museum, housed in this building since 1843.
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Designers
Our team of highly experienced travel designers will guide you from beginning to end as you embark on a tailor-made journey of distinction, enjoying truly exclusive and authentic cultural experiences. We can fulfil your bucket-list dreams.