Castle Holidays

For 2012, one of the most impressive Scottish castles available for holiday letting on a self-catering basis, is now offering a further selection of reduced prices depending on the amount of people staying within either of the two apartments available. Whilst one castle apartment sleeps 10 people and the other sleeps 9 people, these can now be offered for either only 4 people or 6 people at reduced rates. This is a commanding castle, within its own private estate of 1,200 acres, on the east coast of Scotland between Dundee and Aberdeen, and this castle apartment can be rented in low season for 4 people for a weekend in 2012 for only £610. Why not find out more today at Scotts Castle Holidays?

January 23rd, 2012 | Tags: Scottish Castle Holidays | Category: General News | Leave a comment

The New York Times in a recent report included Glasgow within their “must-see” destinations for 2012, which is a big boost for the city. However, it wrongly stated that the city had a “shiny new harbour” when it does not. Glasgow Harbour is the name of the area but it does not contain an actual harbour. Whilst this was an oversight, the attractions of Glasgow are legend, with great museums, shopping, nightlife, dining, music and sport, being amongst the best in the UK.

For those wishing to see the “must-see” destination of Glasgow, then staying in the nearby countryside is a great way to dip in and out of Glasgow, whilst enjoying more peaceful surroundings. 23 miles from Glasgow is the Historic Medieval Castle, which sleeps up to 12 adults or slightly further at 38 miles near Biggar there is the Luxury Country House, which sleeps up to 16 adults. Great accommodation and great access to Glasgow! Find out more at Scotts Castle Holidays today?

January 16th, 2012 | Tags: Glasgow Harbour | Category: General News | Leave a comment

The new ‘GREAT’ tourism campaign will feature on adverts and posters throughout the world to generate interest in Great Britain. For potential visitors considering holidaying in 2012, the image that represents the statement “Countryside is Great (Britain)”, is of Scotland and the iconic Glenfinnan Viaduct. Whilst the rest of the campaign highlights the diversity of what the UK has to offer, the fact that an image of Scotland is used to represent the countryside is proof that it is one of Scotland’s best features. Come and see for yourself!

Travelling in the Highlands of Scotland is a delightful experience and if you wish to visit the Glenfinnan Viaduct, there is a visitor centre at the Glenfinnan Monument. For self-catering accommodation in a large holiday house in this area, the Victorian Fishing Lodge sleeps up to 14 people and is to be found in the countryside near Fort William. For more Scottish Holiday houses to choose from, check the website of Scotts Castle Holidays today.

January 9th, 2012 | Tags: Countryside is Great Britain | Category: General News | Leave a comment

Now that the festive fun has finished and it is back to work – for those of you thinking of booking ahead for Christmas 2012 or New Year 2012/2013 in Scotland, there is a dedicated web page with all this information at Scotts Castle Holidays. Here you will find a large selection of large holiday houses in Scotland that are available with the price guidelines. So if you require a castle in Clackmannanshire or a house in the Highlands, you will find it here. Contact Scotts Castle Holidays today for more details.

January 3rd, 2012 | Tags: Christmas and New Year | Category: christmas | Comments (2)

The Christmas Holidays are upon us and for all those staying over Christmas or New Year at a Scotts Castle Holiday property, we wish you a “Happy Christmas” and a “Happy New Year”. For those wishing to contact the office regarding your booking or to enquire about a large holiday house for 2012 or beyond, then the office hours over the festive break are as follows:

Monday, 26th December 2011 – CLOSED
Tuesday, 27th December 2011 - CLOSED
Wednesday, 28th December 2011 – open, 09.00 – 17.30 hours
Thursday, 29th December 2011 - open, 09.00 – 17.30 hours
Friday, 30th December 2011 - open, 09.00 – 17.30 hours
Saturday, 31st December 2011 - CLOSED
Monday, 2nd January 2012 – CLOSED
Tuesday, 3rd January 2012 – open, as normal from this point on

Happy New Year from us all at Scotts Castle Holidays.

December 20th, 2011 | Category: General News | Leave a comment

The giant pandas, Tian Tian and Yang Guang, both eight years old, have now arrived from China to Edinburgh Zoo in December 2011. Tian Tian, the female whose name means “sweetie”, and Yang Guang, meaning “sunlight”, now known as “sunshine”, will spend the next 10 years at the zoo. It is 10 years since any pandas were in the UK and it is a real treat that they can be visited in Scotland. The zoo is to be found in the west of Edinburgh, whilst tickets can be booked on-line - it really is an ideal day out for all the family.

For holiday accommodation in the area, then situated in Fife, 20 minutes from the outskirts of Edinburgh and Edinburgh Zoo, is this Impressive Country House. This large holiday house is ideal for larger groups and can sleep up to 18 people and is perfect for hosting occasions, events and family holidays. Why not find out more today at Scotts Castle Holidays?

December 13th, 2011 | Tags: Giant Pandas | Category: General News | Comments (1)

Whilst many Alpine ski resorts are facing the worst start to their ski season for 15 years, it is a different story in Scotland, especially at the Glencoe resort, as snow has been falling over the last two days, and another three foot of powdered snow is expected next week. For those wishing to go skiing over the winter of 2011/2012, did you know that the Glencoe day passes only cost £25!

Only 20 miles from the Glencoe Mountain Resort, you can find a large holiday house, the Grand Mansion with pool, which offers self-catering accommodation for up to 22 people. For a smaller group, there is the Holiday Lodge with pool, which can accommodate up to 10 people. So let it snow and come to Scotland for your skiing holiday in the 2011/2012 season. For further details on accommodation availability and selection – please contact Scotts Castle Holidays.

December 7th, 2011 | Tags: Glencoe Mountain Resort | Category: Holiday Advice | Comments (2)

Did you know that the most popular sport in the UK is fishing? Fishing in a new location is all part of the fun and there are plenty of wonderful places in Scotland where you can fish. For more information on booking rods on Scottish rivers, take a look at Fishpal, where you can book your salmon fishing in advance. For example, on the river Dee in Aberdeenshire, the 2011 season saw over 7,373 salmon and grilse being caught. Whilst there are a range of different styles of fishing including coarse fishing, sea fishing, as well as salmon fishing, it is possible to book a Scotts Castle Holidays property and have fishing included within the rental. The luxury holiday lodge near Dalwhinnie, which can sleep up to 8 people, sits on the bank of Loch Ericht and fishing for wild brown trout from the banks is included within the holiday rental.

Alternatively, the riverside country house, near Huntly, which can sleep up to 13 people, sits on the bank of the river Deveron. Here there is salmon and sea trout fishing that can be taken on one mile of river, which is for both banks, and can be for up to four rods, which is by separate arrangement and charged as extra. Why not find out more about fishing holiday houses in Scotland today?

November 28th, 2011 | Tags: Add new tag, Fishing Holiday Houses | Category: General News | Leave a comment

New in 2011 is this Edwardian Holiday Villa which can be found on the outskirts of the Highland village of Newtonmore. This family size holiday house is ideal for up to 11 people and is easily accessible, being only 2 hours from Edinburgh. With a large sitting room with open fire, a stylish dining room for everyone to be seated and a designated children’s room with an array of games, this is a perfect holiday house for families.

Situated in “Monarch of the Glen” country, this venue is ideal for all the family as there are so many activities in this area. Skiing at Cairngorm; clay pigeon shooting at Rothiemurchus; children’s activities at Landmark at Carrbridge; the Highland Folk Museum in Newtonmore; the Highland Wildlife Park at Kincraig; as well as all the local golf courses and vast spaces to walk and cycle. Why not find out more today at Scotts Castle Holidays?

November 17th, 2011 | Tags: Newtonmore Holiday House | Category: New Properties | Leave a comment