The Tower, Thornton Castle

Castle in Aberdeenshire, United Kingdom

  1. 4 guests
  2. 2 bedrooms
  3. 3 beds
  4. 1 bathroom
Hosted by Griselda
  1. Superhost
  2. 10 years hosting

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Traditional & relaxed accommodation in the 16th century Scottish tower of our family home. Accessed by a spiral staircase your space comprises 2 bedrooms for 4 people over two floors in a private wing of the castle with bathroom and small sitting room. Full breakfast included.

Set in the foothills of the Cairngorm National Park, this is an ideal stop off between Inverness and Edinburgh. Balmoral Castle, Dunnottar Castle, Glamis Castle and St Andrews are nearby.

Tennis court available.

The space
The castle dates from the 13th century and is full of original features but has been extensively improved for modern living! It is an excellent location for exploring the area or for business in Aberdeen or even a wedding at one of the excellent local venues.
The property is about 45 minutes’ drive south of Aberdeen off the main A90. Edinburgh is 2 hours to the south. Royal Deeside is about 20 minutes away, across the Cairn O’Mount pass.

Our main guest room is a bright room, overlooking parkland, on the second floor of the L-shaped tower built in 1531. It has a superking sized bed and there is plenty of storage with a wardrobe & chest of drawers. A cosy sitting room with TV is adjacent.

Up a further flight of the impressive stone spiral stair is the bathroom and a further guest room, with twin beds. The bathroom, for exclusive use by guests, has a power shower and bath.

All linen, towels and basic toiletries will be provided. Duvets and pillows are feather/down, but synthetic may be available. A hairdryer is available. There are tea and coffee making facilities and a fridge with ice box.

On the ground floor is a Billiard room with full sized billiard / snooker table and selection of board games which guests are welcome to use by separate arrangement. On inclement days or chilly evenings we would be happy to light a fire.

A full breakfast is provided in our dining room, depending on requirements.

For larger parties there are other rooms available by arrangement.

Wi-Fi is available throughout the house.

Guest access
The space is not suited to the infirm or very young because of the spiral stair between floors.

Guests will be free to use the large garden, croquet lawn and all weather tennis court by arrangement.

The family use a separate wing of the house.

Other things to note
We have two dogs which live in our wing of the house. We also have chickens and ducks in the garden – there may well be fresh eggs for breakfast.

Please note that there is no cooking facilities available to guests but there are a number of local restaurants.

Where you'll sleep

What this place offers

Wifi
Free parking on premises
TV
Patio or balcony
Back garden
Unavailable: Carbon monoxide alarm

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Where you’ll be

Aberdeenshire, Scotland, United Kingdom
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Neighbourhood highlights

The house is located in a tranquil and quiet rural setting midway between the villages of Fettercairn and Laurencekirk in the fertile farming area of the Howe of the Mearns. River and woodland walks are on the door step
Fettercairn has an award winning distillery with visitor centre. Slightly further afield over the Cairn O'Mount road, is Royal Deeside with Balmoral Castle and other attractions.
The property is not far from the coastal towns of Stonehaven, Catterline, Johnshaven and Montrose. There are superb beaches at St Cyrus.
The nearest golf courses are in Edzell, Auchenblae, Montrose and Stonehaven. Carnoustie and St Andrews are within an hour’s drive.
There is an abundance of walks and cycling for all abilities and interests on our doorstep. The coast to coast walk from Fort William passes through Glen Esk en route to Montrose.
The area has a number of excellent hotels, restaurants and coffee shops for eating out.

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643 reviews
4.99 out of 5 average rating
10 years of hosting
Lives in Scotland, United Kingdom

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Things to know

Cancellation policy
House rules
Check-in: 17:00 – 19:00
Checkout before 10:00
4 guests maximum
Safety & property
Carbon monoxide alarm not reported
Smoke alarm
Not suitable for children and infants