Muckrach Castle
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- Grantown-on-Spey, The Highlands, Scotland
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- Sleeps: 10
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 2
- Minimum stay: 3 nights
Visible from the road, Muckrach Castle cuts an impressive dash on the Speyside horizon… ideal for an event worth celebrating, with your favourite people in tow!
Overlooking the River Dulnain in its own vast, private grounds, the 16th century tower house was once a proud ancestral home. Rescued from ruin in the late 1970s, these days the magnificently restored retreat sleeps up to 10 guests in elegant, historic comfort.
Savour those magical soul-stirring views over the Spey Valley and Cairngorm Mountains before you get stuck into exploring your brand-new holiday home – which could take a wondrous while!
That’s because your accommodation is generously spaced across four main floors and two tower rooms, each filled with fascinating attention to detail and some boasting carefully preserved original features.
The first floor is home to the Great Hall, which offers a perfect setting for relaxation and entertainment alike. Antique pine panelling and a wood-burning stove evoke pure comfort, while cosy window seats showcase that glorious Highlands scenery. There’s a TV and DVD player for snuggly evenings in, too.
You’ll find the romantic master bedroom – complete with an antique four-poster bed and freestanding bathtub – on the second floor, with a shower room conveniently close by. The third floor, meanwhile, is home to a tower bunk room with quirky tartan décor, two more twin rooms, and a family bathroom.
There’s more sleeping-room at the top, just above the fourth floor for those who don’t mind taking the spiral stairs.
Keep readingAt a glance
- A 16th century tower house, expertly transformed into a historic, luxurious Scottish Highlands retreat for up to 10 guests.
- Up to two well-behaved dogs are also welcome to stay.
- Accommodation is spread across four floors, with five bedrooms to choose from in a mix of double, twin, and bunk rooms.
- Relax in the light-filled conservatory, or hold a grand banquet in the mesmerising stone vaulted kitchen/diner.
- The nearest shop is one mile away in Dulnain Bridge, and there are more shops, restaurants and pubs in nearby Grantown-on-Spey. Inverness is 30 miles away.
- The castle occupies an acre of private grounds, which guests are welcome to explore, with plenty of walks and activities to enjoy in the local area.
Features
Dog Friendly
Family Friendly
Large Groups
Facilities
Ground floor (down three steps): conservatory with patio doors to private lawned area, kitchen/diner with electric oven, grill, halogen hob, two fridges, freezer, dishwasher, microwave, table and chairs for 10, WC with wash basin. First floor: Great Hall with seating, Smart TV, wood-burning stove, boiler tower with washing machine. Second floor: master double bedroom with four-poster bed, freestanding bathtub, washbasin, shower room with WC and wash basin. Third floor: bunk bedroom with wash basin. Fourth floor: two twin bedrooms with wash basins, bathroom with bath and shower over, WC and hand basin, 5 steps to bunk bedroom with wash basin. Included: linen, towels, and Wi-Fi, one acre of grounds to explore. Private parking for at least four cars.
Local activities
Walking, cycling, fishing, golf, distillery tours, snow sports, historic sites, museums, shops, pubs, restaurants.
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Favourite bedroom claimed, you can unwind together over a welcome cuppa – or glass of bubbles! – in the spectacular, vaulted stone kitchen and dining room… which is also the ideal place for that all-important celebratory banquet.
The sun-dappled conservatory is a soothing place to cradle those post-meal digestifs, and there’s an enclosed lawn for lazy afternoon sunbathing. You could also choose to take a turn around the castle grounds, or explore further afield with a stroll along the Dulnain Bridge Community Paths.
Head to the village shop, a mere mile away, to stock up on holiday supplies, or try your hand at golf – a must in Scotland! Also a must is a local whisky distillery tour, while if you’re visiting in winter a trip to Aviemore is every snow-lover’s (and skiers!) paradise.
The perfect introduction to the unrivalled magic and beauty of the Scottish Highlands, a stay at Muckrach Castle promises to be truly unforgettable.
Things to note
There will be an additional charge if bringing your dog/s to stay. One large dog, or two medium/small dogs are permitted. Regrettably, this retreat is not suitable for guests with additional mobility needs due to the steep and winding stone stairs to the bedrooms. Small wedding ceremonies can be catered for – please ask.
