Rating:

Very Good

Sleeps:

4

Bedrooms:

2

Dogs:

No Dogs Allowed

Area:

Ayrshire, Arran, Argyll & The Kintyre Peninsula

Enjoy the atmosphere of Culzean to the full in this comfortably furnished flat, which is situated in the west wing of the castle with its own entrance reached via an external staircase. There are approximately 20 steps down to the front door of the apartment. Children will require supervision when playing outside the flat, as there is no fence or barrier between the lawn and the cliff edge. Two spacious twin bedrooms, sitting room, kitchen and bathroom with shower over bath. For larger family/group bookings, accommodation is also available at North and South Segganwell Cottages and the Royal Artillery Cottage.

Rating:

Very Good

Sleeps:

3

Bedrooms:

1

Dogs:

Dogs Allowed

Area:

Highlands & Western Isles

This cosy single-storey cottage is set in its own garden and is situated on a narrow country lane, a short walk from Brodie Castle. Cormack Lodge is perfect for a romantic getaway and is within easy driving distance of Inverness, the stunning beaches along the Moray Firth and many local distilleries. Parking is available beside the cottage. Sitting room with sofa bed and wood-burning stove, dining room with views across to the Brodie estate, kitchen. A step leads down to the double bedroom and bathroom with bath and hand-held shower attachment. Additional accommodation is also available at South Lodge, a single-storey cottage that can accommodate 2/4 guests.

Rating:

Very Good

Sleeps:

4

Bedrooms:

2

Dogs:

Dogs Allowed

Area:

Aberdeenshire

This attractive 19th-century Victorian gate lodge with magnificent arched latticed windows is situated at the entrance of Crathes Castle. The lodge is single storey and has its own garden with picnic table and bench. Parking is available outside the cottage. One double and one twin bedroom. Sitting room with dining area, kitchen and bathroom with bath and shower over bath.

Rating:

Excellent

Sleeps:

6

Bedrooms:

3

Dogs:

Dogs Allowed

Area:

Aberdeenshire

PLEASE NOTE THAT BOOKINGS ARE RESTRICTED TO FULL WEEKS ONLY ALL YEAR. NO SHORT BREAKS AVAILABLE. This charming cottage is privately owned and set next to the courtyard of Towie Barclay Castle. Its recent restoration has won the Civic Trust Award. It has great character and charm, particularly in its period features such as the stone-flagged floors and timber ceilings. Set in a farming landscape, the cottage is situated just off the A947, 4 miles from the thriving market town of Turriff and 27 miles from Aberdeen. On the ground floor, sitting room with satellite TV and open fire, dining kitchen, double bedroom, shower room, utility room. On the first floor, children's room with double bed and wash basin, adjoining the double master bedroom and en-suite bathroom with sauna. Sleeps 4/6. The property also has a private garden with a patio and barbecue. Please note, entry time to this property is from 5pm onwards on day of arrival.

Rating:

Very Good

Sleeps:

7

Bedrooms:

4

Dogs:

No Dogs Allowed

Area:

Aberdeenshire

Public transport accessible. This beautiful, spacious property overlooks a delightful courtyard. It is set amidst parkland with fields of grazing cows, and has a wonderful view of the castle. Named after the stonemason who built the castle, the property has many original features and contains some fine pieces of antique furniture. The house provides ideal accommodation for two families in two separate wings, each containing two bedrooms and a bathroom. Each wing also has its own turret and spiral stone staircase with stair gates provided to safeguard young children. Ground floor: dining room, large fitted kitchen with Aga and separate utility room, cloakroom with WC. First floor: spacious sitting room, four bedrooms (two twin, one single and one double), two bathrooms (one with bath and shower over bath, and one with bath only).

Rating:

Very Good

Sleeps:

4

Bedrooms:

2

Dogs:

Dogs Allowed

Area:

Aberdeenshire

Having stood for nearly four centuries, Craigievar Castle has recently undergone some major conservation work. It has been re-harled in a lime-based coating, which will help to protect the stonework against water ingress and retention. Repairs have also been made to the roof and chimneys. Work on the castle continues apace and it is due to re-open in the spring of 2010. Please check the Trust's main website (www.nts.org.uk) or ring the castle for updated information. This delightful, semi-detached 18th-century cottage was completely refurbished in the winter of 2008, and now offers cosy and comfortable accommodation for guests. Throughout, great care has been taken to retain a traditional feel with a charming mix of antique pieces and country-style furnishings. The front of the cottage offers lovely views down to Craigievar Castle, whilst to the back there is a small garden where guests can enjoy watching a wide variety of birdlife throughout the year. There is also a small lawn to the front (not enclosed) and access to a drying green at the rear. A small parking area is available beside the cottage. Additional accomodation can be booked at nearby Steading Cottage,a single-storey cottage with an attractive outlook facing the castle.

Rating:

Good

Sleeps:

4

Bedrooms:

1

Dogs:

Dogs Allowed

Area:

Ayrshire, Arran, Argyll & The Kintyre Peninsula

The Segganwell Cottages were used to house estate workers and in 1891 a total of 14 people lived here. William Kirkland, an assistant shepherd, and his wife and family of 4 lived in North Segganwell (two of his sons worked as gardeners on the estate); and Thomas Davidson, the house carter, and his wife and 6 children lived in South Segganwell (next door). NB. The Segganwell Cottages can be reached only by a steep stairway of over 100 steps, and so are not suitable for mobility-impaired people. Sleeps 4. One double bedroom with a set of bunk beds built into a recess. Sitting room, small kitchen and shower room with WC. For larger family/group bookings, accommodation is also available at South Segganwell, the Royal Artillery Cottage and the Brewhouse Flat.

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. Available for short breaks throughout the year (Monday to Friday and Friday to Monday). Full weeks run Friday to Friday. 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. Discounted prices are available for smaller groups within 1 month of departure. Please contact the Holidays Department on 0844 493 2108 for further details.

Rating:

Very Good

Sleeps:

4

Bedrooms:

2

Dogs:

Dogs Allowed

Area:

Ayrshire, Arran, Argyll & The Kintyre Peninsula

The Royal Artillery cottage was endowed by the Royal Artillery after the Second World War for the use of disabled ex-servicemen, and then for a while was used only by ex-servicemen from the Erskine Memorial Hospital. Originally part of the Coach House and Stables complex, the cottage provided living quarters for the coachmen, grooms and stable-boys and for the footmen and other male domestic servants in the Castle. This charming sandstone cottage has been refurbished and now provides excellent facilities for disabled guests. Situated within the cobbled Clock Tower Courtyard next to the castle, its position on the cliff edge gives fine sea views from each of the comfortably furnished rooms. No nursing or medical backup is provided. Car parking is available opposite the cottage. We also welcome bookings from able-bodied parties. Two twin bedrooms, sitting room, kitchen, bathroom with separate bath and wheelchair-accessible shower with seat. For larger family/group bookings, accommodation is also available at North and South Segganwell Cottages and the Brewhouse Flat.

Rating:

Very Good

Sleeps:

4

Bedrooms:

2

Dogs:

Dogs Allowed

Area:

Highlands & Western Isles

This single-storey cottage is quietly tucked away, just a short stroll from Brodie Castle and the many nature trails within the grounds. Set in a sunny, secluded position with its own large, enclosed garden, South Lodge is an ideal choice for families with young children and pets. Parking is available beside the cottage. Sleeps 2/4. One twin bedroom (will be a double with effect from 30 November 2009) and one bedroom with bunk beds, cosy sitting room with wood-burning stove, kitchen with dining area, bathroom with bath and shower. Additional accommodation is also available at Cormack Lodge, a comfortable single-storey cottage that accommodates 2/4 guests. Please contact the Holidays Department either by phone on 0844 493 2108 or by emailing holidays@nts.org.uk to make a booking. We regret it is not possible to book festive holidays online.