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The
peaceful castle location is an ideal base for touring this
scenic area of Scotland, or simply to enjoy a quiet break.
Minard Castle offers both self-catering accommodation in the
grounds of the castle, as well as three rooms within the castle
on a bed and breakfast basis. You
can stay in exclusive style in this 19th century Scottish
castle, situated beside the famous Loch Fyne in the west of
Scotland.
Minard
Castle stands in its own grounds in beautiful countryside
on the north-western shore of Loch Fyne. The castle is only
three-quarters of a mile (1km) from the A83 Inveraray to Lochgilphead
road.
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Here
you will find plentiful touchstones of a fascinating heritage
in this uniquely atmospheric cradle of early Gaelic culture.
The unspoilt landscape of this part of Scotland seems little
touched by human hand - excepting the ruined castles which
recall the historic past and the traditional inns and cottages
of peaceful hamlets. From the elegant model village of Inveraray,
home to the Dukes of Argyll, along the picturesque shores
of Loch Fyne to Lochgilphead, the de facto capital of Argyll,
this is an excellent touring base.
The Kintyre Peninsula is quintessential Argyll - a gentle
corner of the Highlands. Kintyre is joined to the mainland
only by the narrow isthmus at the charming fishing village
of Tarbert. Southwards lies Campbeltown, which clusters welcomingly
around its sheltered sealoch. Beyond, within sight of Ireland,
lies the Mull, immortalised in song by Paul McCartney.
The great Clan Donald chose well when it made Islay the centre
of its vast Lordship of the Isles. Rich pasturelands play
host each autumn to clouds of geese arriving for the winter.
Locally cut peat gives a unique flavour to the 'Islay malts'
- whiskies famed throughout the world. Nearby Jura is sparsely
populated with its 'Paps', or mountains, the province of eagles
and deer. What better than a castle to take in all this area
has to offer and be looked after by Reinold and Anne Gayre,
owners of the castle.
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Enjoy
breakfast in the Morning Room and relax in the Drawing
Room.
Stroll
in the grounds, walk by the loch, explore the woods,
and use Minard Castle as your base for touring this
beautiful area.
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Built
by the Campbells of Knockbuie in the 18th century,
Knockbuie House was renamed Minard Castle in
the mid-19th century.
At
this time, a new castellated front was added,
designed by J.T. Rochead whose works include
the Wallace Monument near Stirling.
From
1873 until the 1940s it belonged to the Lloyds,
who were related to the former Campbell owners.
The
estate was then sold to the Forestry Commission,
who sold the house to the Holiday Fellowship.
Later it became a hotel for a few years, before
it was bought by the present owner's father
in 1974.
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OPEN - April - October
1
double with an extra single bed. 1 ground
floor bedroom, double with an extra single
bed, with shower room equipped for disabled
guests.
1 twin room.
OPEN - January - December
Lodge sleeps 4-6 adults
Mews
Apartment sleeps 4-5 adults
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Since 1997 Minard Castle has been open as a bed & breakfast
where guests are invited to share the peace and beauty of
this idyllic spot beside Loch Fyne.
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Customers:
+44 1422 323 200 |
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If you would prefer to talk to a member of the Celtic Castles team over the telephone, please call us directly. |
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Customers:
01422 323 200 |
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