Kilmarnock Vacation castle rental with beach/lake nearby, internet access, walking and fireplace

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  • Castle
  • 6 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 16
  • Min stay varies
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Key information

  • 100% refund within 24 hours after booking. See Policies & House Rules
  • Beach/lakeside relaxation
  • Nearest beach 15 mi
  • Child friendly
  • Car advised
  • Pet friendly
  • Private garden

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Due to last-minute cancelation by one group - 20% off Christmas and New Year Booking.

To ensure you get the 20% off the quoted price please message to allow me to adjust the quote.

Craufurdland Castle is one of the oldest in Scotland has been with the Craufurd of Craufurdland for nearly 800 years. Set in 600 acres of stunning Ayrshire countryside surrounded by woodlands.

It's within 20 minutes of Glasgow yet you feel as if you're miles away from anywhere and can enjoy the tranquillity of the Estate with the hustle and bustle of Glasgow a stone's throw away.

We now also have a restaurant on the Estate, 5 minutes walk from the castle, overlooking Craufurdland Loch. We serve fresh, quality local Scottish food with a twist. It is open daily 9-5 pm and The evening A La Carte menu changes regularly and is available Friday and Saturday evenings 5-8 pm.

The latest addition on the estate is The activity centre which has Tree Top Trials High wire obstacle course. 3 course suitable for all abilities from the trepid adventure to the hardcore. Archery, Crate Stacking, Fly Fishing.

full information is on ttt.scot

The 6 double bedrooms, all unique and beautiful, the Georgian Drawing room stunning with spectacular views, and steeped in history sleep up to 16 guests.

Sleeps up to 16, Suitable for a maximum of 12 adults. 4 of the 6 bedrooms are ensuite. There are 4 sofabeds in 3 of the 6 bedrooms. The main bathroom serves the other 2 bedrooms.

Please note: NO Stag or Hen Parties.

5 minutes from Jn 8 of the M77, Kilmarnock, Only 20 mins from Glasgow, 60 mins to Edinburgh.

Craufurdland Castle Tower House is one of Scotland’s Oldest Castles but has newly refurbished interior enjoying fantastic views over the Ayrshire Countryside and set within grand and impressive grounds. Towerhouse is located within the tranquillity of the ancient Craufurdland Estate, with the village of Fenwick, and the town of Kilmarnock within a mile of the two Estate gates. A mere 20 mins drive from Scotland’s biggest and most vibrant city, Glasgow, you can enjoy the tranquillity of the countryside in the morning, followed by the vibrant and lively city in the afternoon, with its numerous excellent restaurants, bars, shopping, museums, Art Galleries and every type of recreation and culture.

Craufurdland Estate offers the perfect outdoor space to enjoy the beautiful Scottish countryside with a wide variety of outdoor pursuits, including Mountain Biking, walking through the woodlands and fly-fishing.

ENTRANCE and GARDEN

The Towerhouse experience starts as soon as you arrive at the commanding Entrance, flanked by imposing gate pillars, with views down the half-mile tree-lined avenue which leads to the castle. Keep your eyes peeled for the resident Roe Deer which often bound across the drive, and admire ducks, Heron and leaping Trout in the beautiful Craufurdland Loch.

As you reach the end of the avenue, you can wonder at the strange arched shaped ‘Bee Boles’ set in the wall of the Castle’s old Coach house and Stables (now a private house), before driving down to the castle, whose castellations and tower only appears over the tops of the Rhododendrons as you enter the gardens of the Castle. The imposing Gothic Façade of golden sandstone stands looking over the large gravel driveway which leads to the expansive front lawn with a Ha-Ha wall at the end of the lawn separating the grounds from the field beyond.

The entrance to the Tower house sits discreetly to the righthand side of the castle, within the 13th Century Tower, complete with castellation’s, balistraria and machicolation.

HALL

Entering the Hall of the Towerhouse is like stepping back in time, with the beautiful; sandstone Norman Vaulted ceiling, huge Flagstone floor. Pass through the arched door at the end of the hall to access the Kitchen, Dining Room or Main stairs, with the vaulted utility room and WC off to the right of the Hall.

Basic Herbs, Spices, Tea, Coffee, Sugar and Milk supplied to start you off.

Consumables such as toilet paper, washing up liquid, dishwasher tablets, bin bags, bathroom cleaning products etc are also provided.

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Amenities

Bed & bathroom

  • Bedroom 1: King bed
  • Bedroom 2: Full bed
  • Bedroom 3: King bed 2 Twin beds
  • Bedroom 4: King bed
  • Bedroom 5: King bed Twin bed
  • Bedroom 6: King bed Twin bed
  • 1 Family bathroom, 4 En suites, 1 Toilet Only

Families

  • Great for children of all ages
  • Pets welcome
  • 4 Cribs
  • High chair

Access

  • Parking
  • Not suitable for wheelchair users

Essentials

  • Wi-Fi available
  • Shared garden
  • Private garden
  • Swing set
  • Trampoline
  • BBQ
  • Internet access
  • Central heating
  • Fireplace
  • Safe
  • Stove
  • Fridge
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Toaster
  • Kettle
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Iron
  • High chair
  • TV
  • DVD player
  • Stereo system
  • Hair dryer
  • Linen provided
  • Towels provided

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Interaction with guest

Most of the time we are here to greet you and show you around, if for some reason we can't be here, we email in advance to make alternative arrangements. ( We will be wearing masks when we show you around). We are as hand-on or hands-off as you wish us to be. A guided tour of the castle and its history is available at no extra charge on request. We can recommend walks, restaurants, sights to visit etc if that is what you require or if you like dogs, you are welcome to join us to explore the nooks and cranieis of the estate on our dog walks.
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Cancellation policy

Full refund

100% refund within 24 hours after booking (provided the stay is at least 60 days away).

Partial refund

50% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 4 weeks before check-in.

No refund

No refund if cancelled less than 4 weeks before check-in.

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Things to know

Check in: 16:00 Check out: 10:00
If you have any questions about check-in or check-out times, please contact the owner/manager.

Payment

This rental can only be paid for online through Holiday Lettings using your credit/debit card or PayPal (never by bank or wire transfer).
Damage deposit: ($622.41) £500.00

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Smoking

No smoking at this property

House rules

The house is not suitable for under 30's, though family groups under 30 are welcome. The bedrooms in the castle are over 4 floors: The Knights is on the 3rd and Garret on the 4th and as a result we do not allow under 5's to be in the Knights and The Garret. As the ballastraids on the stairs are wide we provide netting for extra safety and stair gates if the party has toddlers in it.
Pls note that dogs are only allowed on the ground floor and the drawing room is on the first floor.

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About the manager

Tower House Craufurdland Ltd
Calendar last updated:
25 Apr 2024

Years listed:
10

Languages spoken: English
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Reviews

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deborahmQ7839TE

Weekend away for fun and relaxation
Nov 2023

Absolutely fantastic place to stay for the weekend, with beautiful surroundings. The castle is very well equipped, and great spaces for a large group like ourselves. The owners were so helpful and com… More 

13 Nov 2023

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Vinzenz S

Welcoming, majestic, beautiful natural scenery!
Jul 2023

We spent a wonderful time for a family reunion in the castle. The atmosphere inside and outside the castle is exactly as advertised. The rooms are spacious with high ceilings, infused with history and… More 

2 Aug 2023

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Andrew G

Perfect.
Jun 2023

We booked the castle for 3 nights over a long weekend and I cannot recommend it highly enough. The castle is exactly as you would imagine, high ceilings, richly furnished and draped in history. The ow… More 

20 Jun 2023

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poppy349lily
Tamworth, United Kingdom

A beautiful castle
Oct 2021

What an amazing week we had at this beautiful castle! We were 3 families with 8 children aged from 8 to 18 & it had everything we needed! Simon & Adity couldn’t do enough for us - quickl… More 

31 Oct 2021

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Response from the manager
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review for us. We are really pleased you all had a great stay and made some lovely memories with the whole family. Adity

This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.

Alan W
Pooley Bridge, United Kingdom

Our August Castle of Adventure
Aug 2020

A real find especially as it was a late booking. A truly ideal location for a family reunion that included ages 8 to 77 and a cocker spaniel - the castle proved to be warm, very welcoming, comfortabl… More 

13 Aug 2020

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Response from the manager
Thank you so much for your lovely review. We are so glad you had a great time here in Ayrshire, a part of Scotland often overlooked. We try our best to make the castle a home-from-home set in a beautiful tranquil countryside location. Adity

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