Castles & Follies
Relive history and stay in a fairytale castle or folly; a fun experience for the family or a romantic break for two. From Gothic chateaux or Scottish castles to ancient fortresses and follies, booking a holiday in a venue steeped in intrigue and tradition will not disappoint.
Relive history and stay in a fairytale castle or folly; a fun experience for the family or a romantic break for two. From Gothic chateaux or Scottish castles to ancient fortresses and follies, booking a holiday in a venue steeped in intrigue and tradition will not disappoint.
All Castles & Follies
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Torrisdale Castle Estate
Campbeltown, Argyll, Argyll and Bute, Scotland
Set on the stunning spine of Kintyre, just footsteps from a private sandy beach and sensational views, is the Torrisdale Castle Estate.
Sleeps: Varies
Bedrooms: Varies
From
£220 /2 nts
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Chateau Mareuil
Brigueil-le-Chantre, Aquitaine, France
Ancient history and contemporary comfort combine at Château Mareuil, a regally rural French home-from-home.
Sleeps: Up to 12
Bedrooms: 4
From
€1950 / week
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The Tiny Chapel
Hexham, Northumberland, England
A lovingly converted 19th century chapel with a private garden and a stargazing hot tub, set within Northumberland countryside close to Hadrian's Wall.
Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 2
From
£223 /night
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Carraigin Castle
Headford, County Galway, Ireland
An authentic 13th century manor house taken from the pages of an idyllic fairytale, surrounded by seven rural acres on the shores of one of Ireland's largest lakes.
Sleeps: Up to 12
Bedrooms: 7
From
£195 / night
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Santa Marta de Portuzelo Castle
A grand and captivating large group retreat, rich in historic detail and surrounded by North Portugal's trademark rural beauty.
Sleeps: 16+
Bedrooms: 9
From
£528 / night
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Barbican
Glenarm, County Antrim, Northern Ireland
An impossibly romantic ‘miniature medieval castle' with gothic windows and a stone turret staircase, beautifully located by the Glenarm River in one of Ulster's oldest villages.
Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 1
From
£272 (2 nights)
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Château Ribagnac
Ribagnac, Aquitaine, France
An enthralling 16th century castle with sumptuous suites, an al fresco swimming pool, and warmly welcoming hosts, beautifully secluded amongst picture-perfect French countryside.
Sleeps:
Bedrooms: Varies
From
£110 /nt for 2
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The Five Turrets
Selkirk, Scottish Borders, Scotland
Make like an auld Scottish baron, in a grand 19th Century townhouse that's ideal for exploring the historic town of Selkirk.
Sleeps: 8
Bedrooms: 4
From
£950 (7 nts)
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Fenton Tower
North Berwick, East Lothian, Scotland
Reinvent yourself as ancient Scottish royalty, in a historic castle tower that looks over the majestic countryside (and the many golf courses!) of East Lothian.
Sleeps: 13
Bedrooms: 7
From
£1875 / night
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Knock Old Castle
Largs, Ayrshire, Scotland
Whisk yourself away to the Ayrshire coast and the magnificent Knock Old Castle for a fairy-tale holiday like no other.
Sleeps: 8
Bedrooms: 4
From
£1879 / week
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Kilmartin Castle
Kilmartin, Argyll and Bute, Scotland
Exclusive rule of an authentic, sustainable, and exquisitely restored castle that dates all the way back to the 16th century, located within Scotland’s most concentrated collection of archaeological sites.
Sleeps: 10 exclusive
Bedrooms: 5
From
1100.00
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Sham Castle
Acton Burnell, Shropshire, England
A historic, captivating, and luxurious Grade II-listed folly, gently elevated over immaculate landscaped gardens and a shimmering lake in rural Shropshire.
Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 3
From
£867 (3 nights)