Torrisdale Castle Estate

• Sleeps: Varies
• Bedrooms: Varies
• Bathrooms: Varies
• Minimum stay: 2 nights

With five marvellous accommodation options, both in the Castle itself and its magnificent grounds, there’s something to suit every holidaymaker.  Gorgeous scenery, sustainable living, sheer indulgence and utter relaxation – you’ll find them all at Torrisdale Castle Estate…and even a gin distillery!

Servants’ Quarters

Step back in time to life below stairs in Torrisdale Castle’s Servants’ Quarters.  As the Castle itself dates back to 1815, these downstairs rooms used to be storerooms, kitchens and communal rooms for staff serving the family above.  Today, they’ve been converted into a gorgeous apartment of extremely generous proportions (1,800 ft2 to be precise!), creating a superb holiday home for up to six guests.

With a private entrance and views towards the sea and the Isle of Arran, the Servants’ Quarters offers a truly idyllic stay for a group or family.  The Master bedroom features a heavenly king-size bed, as well an en-suite bathroom with a luxurious roll-top bath, while the two twin bedrooms share the use of a shower room (which was formerly the gun room!). Relax in the large, vibrant living room, and enjoy home-cooked treats in the open-plan kitchen and dining room. There’s even a handy utility room in the old wine cellar.

Guests to the Servants’ Quarters also have exclusive use of the Riverside Spa – an eco-friendly spa on the banks of the river! Let off some steam in the barrel sauna before relaxing back in the wood-fired hot tub, Champagne in hand.  Oh, and don’t forget the Servants’ Quarters’ final surprise – a ‘Secret Room’ which, once found, won’t leave you disappointed!

Garden Cottage

You’ll find cosy cottage charm in spades at the Garden Cottage – a secluded, hillside bolthole for two.  Overlooking the former walled garden, it makes a perfect romantic hideaway.  Curl up together in front of the wood-burning stove in the comfy living room, where timber-clad walls and a wooden table and chairs add real rustic charm.

At a glance

• Eco-friendly castle and estate on coast of Kintyre, Scotland, offering four self-catering hideaways brimming with character
  • Servants’ Quarters – Sleeps 6 (1 king-size room with en-suite; 2 twin rooms); includes exclusive use of Riverside Spa
  • Garden Cottage – Sleeps 2 (king-size room); private hot tub
  • South Lodge – Sleeps 2 (king-size room); private garden and superb views
  • 2 x Eco-Bothies – Sleep 2 per bothy (king-size mezzanine); hillside glamping retreats with self-contained facilities and private deck
• Private beach with views across to Isle of Arran
• Onsite activities include walking, cycling and conservation work, as well as its onsite gin distillery which offers tours.

Features

• Dog Friendly
• Hot Tubs
• Large Groups
• Seaside Breaks

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The separate kitchen has everything you could possibly need to self-cater during your stay. In the large bedroom, you’ll find a sumptuous king-size bed for sweet dreaming, while the bathroom comes with a shower and a bath.  Outside, you can take in those sensational views from your outdoor furniture – or, even better, your private wood-fired hot tub!

South Lodge

Set right by the main gates of the estate, with stunning views towards the Kilbrannan Sound and the Isle of Arran, is South Lodge. The perfect size for a couple, this B-listed cottage oozes charm and character, as well as providing privacy for a romantic retreat. And being in hopping distance of the beach, you get a unique blend of seaside and countryside!

There are lots of lovely, quirky features to enjoy throughout South Lodge, from the fort-like porch entrance to the arched windows in the king-size bedroom. Soak up those views through the picture window in the cosy living and dining room, where light blue timber panels and nautical knickknacks create a blissful seaside feel. There’s also a wonderful secluded garden to enjoy together.

Eco-Bothies

Surround yourself with nature’s charms in Shepherd’s or Baker’s Bothy – two eco-friendly glamping boltholes elevated on a hillside for incredible views across the Kilbrannan Sound, all the way to the Isle of Arran.

Expertly crafted to a unique design, the solar-powered bothies are insulated and heated by log-stoves to keep you perfectly toasty. Meanwhile, everything you could want from a luxury break is here, including a snuggly mezzanine kingsize bedroom and an indulgent walk-in shower. There’s plenty of furnished al fresco space to relax in too… who knows what wildlife you’ll encounter as you unwind over morning coffee?

Whichever option you choose, the Torrisdale Castle Estate offers a range of activities to help you relax and get back in touch with nature. Devoted to sustainable living, the owners invite you to help their team of conservation volunteers, maybe planting a tree or two in the process! With a section of the Kintyre Way at your feet, there are plenty of opportunities for walkers, while guests are invited to bring their own canoes or dinghies to enjoy at the private beach.

One of the most unique and exciting features of the Estate is its gin distillery, which produces the award-winning Kintyre Gin. The distillery also offers guests to the Estate guided tours, a tasting bar and the opportunity to purchase bottles and also other merchandise. Gin lovers will rejoice!

Whether you’re coming to the Torrisdale Castle Estate for a memorable group holiday or a romantic getaway with your loved one, you’re in for a treat! A private beach, a spa on the riverbank, stunning accommodation and a Scottish estate to explore?  Some chances really are too special to pass by.

Things to note

Whole estate hire may be possible upon request, well-behaved pets are welcome upon prior arrangement, no smoking.