Perfect for families or groups of friends, these luxury self-catering castles combine the elegance of historic architecture with the freedom to shape your holiday exactly as you wish. With inviting, family-friendly spaces, beautifully appointed bedrooms, and fully-equipped kitchens, these properties blend historic charm with modern comforts. It’s your space, your schedule, your way—ideal for relaxed mornings, shared dinners, and unforgettable moments together in a setting that feels entirely your own. If you would like to discuss your plans, we're available 7 days a week — get in touch!

Belle Isle Castle

Co.Fermanagh, Ireland

Belle Isle Castle sleeps 31 guests in 16 rooms (optional accommodation for a further 64 guests). Self-catered from £3600 per night.

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The sprawling 17th-century, country-manor-style castle sits peacefully on the peaceful Upper Lough Erne, framed by trees and a rugged parkland. Large bay windows and elegant interiors invite you to make yourselves at home here. Watch the sunset across the water and the mesmerising ancient hills of Fermanagh from your own personal island setting.

Château de Lasfonds

Dordogne, France

The château and estate sleeps 8 guests in 4 rooms (optional accommodation for a further 10 guests). Self-catered from €14900 per week.

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Ideal for a gatherings of family and friends, Château de Lasfonds can be hired on either a self-catered basis, or with meals and a concierge service included. Suddounded by beautiful Dordogne countryside, it provides easy access to major cities such as Bordeaux and Paris.

Middleton Castle

Norfolk, England

Sleeps 30 guests in 15 rooms. Self-catered from £5500 per night.

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Middleton Castle, a 15th-century Grade I listed property in Norfolk, offers a luxury retreat for up to 30 guests. Surrounded by a private moat and exquisite gardens, the castle features Medieval architecture, elegant interiors, and modern comforts. The castle includes spacious reception rooms, a grand dining room and is just two hours from London.

Sleeps 6 guests in 3 rooms. Self-catered from £1800 for 3 nights.

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The iconic Scone Palace is one of Scotland's most historically significant stately homes. It has been the seat of parliaments and the crowning place of the Kings of Scots. The newly-refurbished Balvaird Wing provides 5-star luxury accommodation for up to eight guests.

Dalnaglar Castle

Blairgowrie, Scotland

Sleeps 18 guests in 9 rooms (optional accommodation for a further 22 guests). Self-catered from £4000 per night.

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This 19th-century baronial residence exudes charm, grandeur, and grace; nestled in a picturesque Scottish glen amid the vibrant forests and mountains of the Highlands. Sleeping 18 guests across nine elegant bedrooms, it sits on a bountiful estate at the edge of the unspoiled Cairngorms National Park. Secluded yet easily accessible, Edinburgh, Glasgow, and Aberdeen are all within reach.

Ferniehirst Castle

Jedburgh, Scotland

Sleeps 18 guests in 9 rooms. Self-catered from £2500 per night.

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Steeped in dramatic history, this 15th-century ancestral seat of the Clan Kerr is set amidst captivating forests and lush lawns in the scenic Jed Valley, overlooking the River Jed. Conveniently located close to the Scottish Borders, the beloved home to the Kerr Family offers a unique setting for a self-catered, exclusive group stay, celebratory dinners and intimate events.

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