Thirlestane Castle Apartments New Year 2026
Berwickshire, Scotland
At a Glance
- 7-night package from £1,065 per room (based on 2 people)
- Self catering accommodation
Nestled among the gentle hills of the Scottish Borders, with its rose-pink sandstone walls and fairytale turrets, Thirlestane Castle is a jewel of Scottish heritage. One of Scotland's oldest and grandest castles, it remains the cherished home of one of the nation's most distinguished families.
Welcome the New Year in regal style with a private apartment within Thirlestane's historic estate. Enjoy the independence of self-catered accommodation and experience life as Laird or Lady of your own castle apartment, perfect for a peaceful retreat or joyous celebration.
What it Includes...
A self-catered stay in one of the castle's apartments.
Please note that only single apartments are available over the festive period due to staffing levels.
One of our clients stayed for New Year 2024 - here are her comments!
The castle was an absolutely fantastic place to stay for NY! We loved our family celebrations there. Tom and Amanda were both wonderful!
Amanda, Northumberland
What it Costs...
Pricing for a seven-night stay from 29 December 2026 on a self-catered (vacation-rental) basis starts at £1,065 for two guests.
The Maitland (sleeps four)
A two-bedroom suite, once the old laundries for the castle. With two bedrooms, one king-size and the other a twin/super king-size room. One bathroom with shower over bath, and one shower room, both with underfloor heating, hairdryers, and bathrobes.
Pricing: £1,534
The Lauderdale (sleeps two)
Once the Butler's apartment, the space has been transformed into a well-proportioned one-bedroom suite. King-size bed, with a bathroom boasting a free-standing roll-top bath and separate shower, hairdryer and bathrobes.
Pricing: £1,092
The Sculleries (sleeps two)
A one-bedroom apartment that overlooks the castle gardens. A fabulous king-size bedroom with an adjoining bathroom, boasting a free-standing roll-top bath, and separate shower, with underfloor heating, hairdryer, and bathrobes.
Pricing: £1,065
The Earl & Countess (sleeps six)
Formerly the private quarters of the 14th Earl and Countess of Lauderdale, and most recently the castle nurseries. This three-bedroom apartment is ideal for small groups and families. Accessed by one of the castle's grand sweeping staircases, its position on the second floor gives spectacular views of the parkland. Three bedrooms, one twin/super king-size, two king-size. Two bathrooms with showers over baths and one shower room, all with underfloor heating, hairdryers, and bathrobes.
Pricing: £1,867
The Glenburnie (sleeps two)
A one-bedroom apartment set in the heart of the historic south wing. The most recently renovated apartment in the castle takes its name from the moor behind the castle. Bedroom with twin/super king-size bed, and bathroom with shower over bath, underfloor heating, hairdryer, and bathrobes.
Pricing: £1,192
Location
Our Experts Say
Thirlestane Castle is set in the Border hills at Lauder. Built originally as a defensive fort in the 13th century, it was re-built in the 16th century as the home of the Maitland family, one of the most able and famous in Scotland. The five self-contained apartments within the castle sleep between 2 and 6 guests. They are spacious, individually styled and furnished, each with their own sitting room