Candacraig New Year Package 2026

Cairngorms National Park, Scotland

At a Glance

  • 3-night package from £34,500
  • Suitable for 10 to 20 guests
  • Package can be tailored to your requirements
  • Exclusive use - you'll have the property to yourself!

Nestled deep within the breathtaking Cairngorms National Park, this private Highland mansion invites you to a festive escape like no other. Picture snow-dusted pines, the gentle aroma of woodsmoke curling from the hearth, and a warm, inviting glow that promises comfort and serenity. This is a setting crafted for unforgettable moments!

At Candacraig, New Year is entirely yours to define. Forget schedules, timetables or to-do-lists and immerse yourself in three nights of pure indulgence and quiet luxury, surrounded by the people who matter most.

Here, time is measured not in hours, but in memories.

What it Includes...

Ring in the New Year at Candacraig with the below suggested itinerary...

The journey through the Cairngorms in winter is nothing short of magical, and inside, the warmth of Highland hospitality awaits. Begin your stay with a festive toast in the Whisky Library, and let the celebration of an extraordinary New Year begin.

Start the last day of the year with a hearty Scottish breakfast before a day at your own pace. As evening falls, anticipation grows! Hogmanay comes alive with a sumptuous four-course dinner showcasing the finest local flavours, followed by a spirited ceilidh. Music, laughter, and dancing fill the air, and as midnight arrives, step outside into the crisp Highland night. Beneath a canopy of stars, raise your glass to Auld Lang Syne and welcome the New Year in unparalleled style.

Spend the first day of 2027 in pure comfort. Savour a leisurely brunch, perhaps accompanied by a Bloody Mary or two, before taking a restorative stroll through the frosted woods. Relax and curl up with a warming cup of cocoa or dram of whisky by the fire in the afternoon, and let time slow. The day culminates with a final evening meal, a relaxed and heartfelt celebration of shared moments, gratitude, and the joy of being together.

What it Costs...

Your Candacraig New Year Experience includes:

  • Exclusive use of the mansion for up to 20 guests;
  • Three-night stay, arriving on 30 December, with the option to extend;
  • Holiday gifts in all guests rooms;
  • Welcome reception with mulled wine or Champagne and afternoon tea;
  • Complimentary pre and post-dinner drinks in the Whisky Library;
  • Decorations throughout the house;
  • Concierge and housekeeping, including butler service.
Pricing
  • Three-night stay £34,500 (excluding catering and drinks, except those listed above)
  • Private chef from £150 per guest per day (includes breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea and four-course dinner)
  • Ceilidh band hire from £1,000

Location

Our Experts Say

Nestled in the heart of the Scottish Highlands, Candacraig is an inspiring, exclusive retreat. Steeped in history and surrounded by the wild beauty of the Cairngorms National Park, this breathtaking Baronial mansion is the perfect place to stay. The main house sleeps up to 24 guests. Guests enjoy exclusive use of Canadacraig, including the impressive formal Dining Room, Drawing Room, Games/Billiards Room, Whisky Library and outdoors, guests have full access to 18 acres of private woodland and lawns.

All-Inclusive Exclusive Use 2026

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