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Balintore Castle has been extending her magical hospitality to guests since 1860. The building is located in a remote Angus Glen: offering direct access to hill walking, mountain biking, bird-watching and shooting. The kitchen wing accommodation has been lovingly and newly restored in keeping with the high Victorian character of the building.
The space
The holiday accommodation is located in the kitchen wing of the castle. This is the first area that has been brought to full habitability in the initial phase of a restoration program that started in 2007. Accommodation costs will be entirely directed towards further restoration of the castle.
Guest access
Guests have full access to the kitchen wing, but are not allowed in the remainder of the castle which is not restored and is dangerou...Balintore Castle has been extending her magical hospitality to guests since 1860. The building is located in a remote Angus Glen: offering direct access to hill walking, mountain biking, bird-watching and shooting. The kitchen wing accommodation has been lovingly and newly restored in keeping with the high Victorian character of the building.
The space
The holiday accommodation is located in the kitchen wing of the castle. This is the first area that has been brought to full habitability in the initial phase of a restoration program that started in 2007. Accommodation costs will be entirely directed towards further restoration of the castle.
Guest access
Guests have full access to the kitchen wing, but are not allowed in the remainder of the castle which is not restored and is dangerous. However, the host will be able to show you around the whole building.
Interaction with guests
Your host, the owner of the castle, will delighted to answer your questions and show you around. If he is not on hand, there will be an equally knowledgeable stand-in.
Other things to note
If you are expecting the perfection of an luxury international hotel chain, then Balintore Castle is not for you! However, if you want a more characterful and 'crumbly round the edges' experience and to be the house guests of a Highland Laird in a traditional Scottish Castle which once teetered on the brink of dereliction, then you will be made very welcome. Note that the 3rd bedroom can be configured to your requirements - either a king-sized bed, two singles or as a cosy seating area or 'snug'.
House Rules
Pets not allowedKid friendlyNo smoking
No more than 10 people in the kitchen wing at one time. Above this would need to be negotiated as an event hire.
No more than 6 people may stay overnight.
Bedrooms
2 Super Kings2 Singles
Bathrooms
1 Full bath
Meet the host
David J
Hosting since June 2019
Languages spoken: English
Response Time: Within a few hours
Interaction with guests:Â A host is usually present to welcome and show you around the accommodation, and a tour of the un-restored part of the castle can be organised.
The host will be on hand if required, and is willing to advise on attractions and restaurants in the area.
With a night away a rarity for us, it has to be special – goodness did we choose well with Balintore Castle! We will be talking about our visit for a long time. David has that knack of making you feel instantly at home in this grand scale, beautiful Castle; a genuinely magical experience. All from Wi-Fi to games, fresh flowers and fruit along with a full fridge supplied, and David was very helpful with all arrangements beforehand. Our toddler loved exploring the castle, and we all slept like logs; beautiful huge beds and cosy duvets.
We were lucky enough to get a clear day for a guided tour and history of the whole Castle and incredibly detailed restoration, including the rooftop views (thanks again David). I wish we’d had more time to explore the local area –this actually made a good stopover point for our onward journey South; thank you David for a wonderful stay.
Visited June 2019
Written 19 June 2019. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
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What this rental offers
Location info
Kid friendly
Wi-fi and internet
Wi-fi
Nearby
Hiking areas
Countryside area
Parking
Parking available
Indoor amenities
Central heating
Fireplace
Internet access
Bathroom and laundry
Dryer
Iron
Linens provided
Towels provided
Washer
Kitchen and dining
Dishwasher
Freezer
Refrigerator
Kettle
Microwave
Cooker
Toaster
Scenic views
Mountain views
Waterfront views
Things to do
Fishing spots available
Cycling areas
Entertainment
Stereo system
Television
Outdoor amenities
Patio
Private yard
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Map
Getting there
Dyce Airport
79.7 km
Dundee Airport
30.9 km
Restaurants
Wee Bear Cafe
4.6 km
Peel Farm Coffee Shop
5.6 km
Wee Bear Cafe
4.4 km
Attractions
Peel Farm
5.7 km • Speciality & Gift Shops
Peter Pan Park
7.7 km • Parks
Balintore Castle
0 min • Castles
Airlie Monument
7.1 km • Monuments & Statues
How to get there
The postcode DD8 5JS should take you directly to the castle. There is a sign 'Balintore Castle' marking the correct driveway to take. This sign can be seen from the road running past the castle.
Activities nearby
Fishing spots available
Things to know
Check in / out timings
Check in after 3 am • Check out by 11 am
Cancellation policy
100% refund within 24 hours after booking (provided the stay is at least 60 days away).
50% refund* if you cancel at least 4 weeks before check-in
No refund available once booking is confirmed
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