Connoisseurs' Collection

Drawing Room in the Laird's Apartment in Brodie Castle

The Connoisseurs' Collection contains some of The National Trust for Scotland's  most prestigious properties.  Finely furnished and sleeping up to 18 people, they are located in some of the most spectacular areas of Scotland, these properties are perfect for house parties and family get-togethers.  All properties within this range can be booked for short breaks (minimum of 3 nights) or for full weeks.  We can recommend local caterers if required, as well as sporting and sightseeing activities in the area. 

We can assure you of a holiday to remember.

Please note:  A "good housekeeping" deposit of £500.00 will be required on bookings at properties within the Connoisseurs' Collection: Bynack, Claybokie & Creag Bhalg at Mar Lodge; Harmony, Melrose; The Laird's Apartment, Brodie Castle and the Preston Tower Apartment at Fyvie Castle.  This payment will not be processed unless any damage occurs during your stay.  We hope you will understand our reasons for this.

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Bynack, Mar Lodge nr Braemar
Rating:
Very Good
Sleeps:
15
Bedrooms:
7
Dogs:
No Dogs Allowed
Area:
Aberdeenshire

This popular apartment is situated on two levels and is an ideal choice for family gatherings or group of friends. Bynack is available for short breaks all year. Bynack accommodation comprises 7 bedrooms: 4 twin bedrooms, 2 double rooms and 1 double with single on the first floor, as well as 4 bathrooms, 3 with bath and shower over bath and one with bath only. Kitchen, living/dining room which can comfortably seat 15 and additional WC on the ground floor. We also have an additional 3 twin bedrooms and 1 double room on the top floor of the lodge which can be used to accommodate extra guests at a cost of £15 per person per night. Please contact the Holidays Department on 0844 493 2108 if you wish to book. Subject to availability, visitors may also hire some of the public rooms on the ground floor, consisting of the library, billiard room and drawing room. A dining room to seat up to 30 and a caterers' kitchen are also available. Please contact Mar Lodge direct for further details on 0844 493 2172

Details & Pricing Very Good
Claybokie, Mar Lodge nr Braemar
Rating:
Exceptional
Sleeps:
10
Bedrooms:
5
Dogs:
No Dogs Allowed
Area:
Aberdeenshire

Situated six miles from Braemar, and close to Mar Lodge, Claybokie and Creag Bhalg form their own exclusive small estate, comprising two exquisite houses, private in the extreme and beautiful in every respect. Uninterrupted views across the River Dee and Glen Eye and minutes away from Linn of Dee, Deeside, Balmoral and Skiing at Glenshee. There is fishing available and access to the Cairngorms is easy. Beautifully furnished, these must be among the most comfortable lodges in Scotland. Both houses can be let separately or larger groups may wish to book both. Dogs are not allowed in the houses but kennel facilities are available. Short breaks are available Fri-Mon and Mon-Fri. Full weeks run from a Fri-Fri.

Details & Pricing Exceptional
Creag Bhalg, Mar Lodge nr Braemar
Rating:
Exceptional
Sleeps:
8
Bedrooms:
4
Dogs:
No Dogs Allowed
Area:
Aberdeenshire

Situated six miles from Braemar, and close to Mar Lodge, Creag Bhalg and Claybokie form their own exclusive small estate, comprising two exquisite houses, private in the extreme and beautiful in every respect. Uninterrupted views across the River Dee and Glen Eye and minutes away from Linn of Dee, Deeside, Balmoral and Skiing at Glenshee. There is fishing available and access to the Cairngorms is easy. Beautifully furnished, these must be among the most comfortable lodges in Scotland. Both houses can be let separately or larger groups may wish to book both. Dogs are not allowed in the houses but kennel facilities are available. Short breaks are available Fri-Mon and Mon-Fri. Full weeks run from a Fri-Fri.

Details & Pricing Exceptional
Harmony House, Melrose
Rating:
Very Good
Sleeps:
12
Bedrooms:
7
Dogs:
Dogs Allowed
Area:
Edinburgh, Fife & Borders

Public transport accessible. Harmony is a delightful tranquil walled garden comprising lawn, herbaceous and mixed borders, vegetable and fruit areas, and a rich display of spring bulbs. The garden is set around an early 19th-century house (not open to the public), built by a Melrose joiner, who named it after the Jamaican pimento plantation were he had made his fortune. It is situated near Priorwood Garden, also owned by the Trust, which specialises in the cultivation of flowers for drying. A good selection of shops is available in Melrose including those selling knitwear, tweeds, books and antiques. There is also an excellent choice of hotels and restaurants for eating out.

Details & Pricing Very Good
John Bell Apartment, Castle Fraser nr Inverurie
Rating:
Very Good
Sleeps:
7
Bedrooms:
4
Dogs:
No Dogs Allowed
Area:
Aberdeenshire

Public transport accessible. This beautiful, spacious apartment overlooks a delightful courtyard and is set amidst parkland with fields of cows with wonderful view of the Castle. Named after the original stonemason, the property has many original features, including a spiral stone staircase, and contains some fine pieces of antique furniture. The apartment provides ideal accommodation for two families. Each wing of the apartment has its own turret and spiral stone staircase with stair gates provided to safeguard young children. Available for short breaks throughout the year. Spacious sitting room, dining room, large fitted kitchen with Aga and separate utility room. Four bedrooms – two twin, one single and one double. Two bathrooms, one with shower over bath.

Details & Pricing Very Good
Preston Tower Apartment, Fyvie Castle nr Turriff
Rating:
Very Good
Sleeps:
13
Bedrooms:
7
Dogs:
No Dogs Allowed
Area:
Aberdeenshire

Public transport accessible. This pleasant and very unusual apartment, in the Preston and Seton Towers, is constructed between four floors with a number of intermediate floors: it is accessed via a spiral staircase. The apartment is furnished to a high standard with predominantly antique furniture. Due to the layout the apartment is considered unsuitable for young children. Available for short breaks throughout the year. Seven bedrooms (three double, three twin and one single), dining room, kitchen, drawing room, study, two bathrooms (one with bath and shower over bath and one with bath only), two additional wcs, cloakrooms. Interesting study, tower room and turret rooms situated on the fourth floor.

Details & Pricing Very Good
The Laird's Apartment, Brodie Castle nr Forres
Rating:
Excellent
Sleeps:
14
Bedrooms:
7
Dogs:
No Dogs Allowed
Area:
Highlands & Western Isles

High-quality accommodation for up to 14 people within Brodie Castle. Your opportunity to live the life of a Laird! Short breaks and full weeks available. SHORT BREAKS RUN FRI-MON AND MON-FRI AND CAN BE BOOKED ONLINE. WEEKLY BOOKINGS RUN FROM A FRI-FRI.

Details & Pricing Excellent