The Tower

Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom

Sleeps: Up to 12

Unique Features

• A historical fortified Scottish tower on a hilltop
• Meticulously restored to showcase its original features
• A listed ancient monument and a Category A-listed building
• 20-acres of private land with a secluded laich (a small Scottish lake)

The Property

Exclusive Use Castle in Edinburgh, Scotland

This stunning 16th Century tower offers a truly magnificent place to stay in a secluded hilltop setting just 20 miles east of Edinburgh. Flaunting a rich history and original features alongside state-of-the-art facilities and the warmth of a private home, The Tower has been meticulously restored provide unique, luxury accommodation perfect for many special occasions – honeymoons, luxury Scottish weddings, a corporate jolly, a golfing weekend or for some pure pampering and peace and quiet.

Inside

• Style: This regal setting exudes and ambience of informal luxury, with a grand entrance hall, spiral staircases and five elegant floors towering above the vaulted ground floor.
• Bedrooms: 5 beautifully designed double rooms (3 of which can be made into a twin), and an additional twin en suite. Rooms are equipped with a complimentary drinks tray, bathrobes and a hair dryer.
• Bathrooms: All bedrooms have lavish en suite bathrooms with antique baths, power showers and luxury toiletries.
• For relaxation: Make yourself at home in this fairytale castle: sip a dram of the Tower’s 25-year-old malt whisky by the log fire in the great hall, daydream by the secluded laich or just sit back and enjoy countryside views.
• For recreation: Roam 20 acres of private land including the banks of a small Scottish lake.

Outside

Naturally landscaped 20 acres of grounds, including a laich (a small Scottish lake) and herb garden. There are several benches as well as a table chairs, perfectly positioned to take in the stunning surroundings.  

Food and Wine

• DIY: The kitchen beside the vaulted dining hall is at the guests’ disposal should they wish to use it.
• In-house cuisine: Dine in the grand, vaulted dining room, where chefs serve innovative dishes made using the best local produce, and complimented by some of the finest wines. (Evening meals by arrangement: 3 courses and coffee at £60.00 per head)
• Eating out:The Nether Abbey Hotel, North Berwick,The Creel, Dunbar,The Glass House, Musselburgh,The Marine Hotel, North Berwick

Getting There

• On the map: Situated just 20 miles from Edinburgh.
• By car: Minutes from the A1 London to Edinburgh Road
• By train: The nearest station is Dunbar, where trains on the London-Edinburgh line often stop (otherwise Edinburgh is just 20 miles away).
• By air: The nearest airport is Edinburgh, 45 minutes from the property
• Heli-pad: Yes

Out and About

• The perfect base for a Scottish golf trip, The Tower is surrounded by many famous golf courses including Muirfield.
• Try your hand at a range of country pursuits including game shooting and river or loch fishing.
• Horse riding, horse racing, bird watching and boat trips.
• Head out hill walking in the Lammermuir Hills, or walk to the local historic monuments nearby at Dirleton Castle

Pricing

• From: 09: £150 per person per night based on minimum of 6 guests on a B&B basis
• Delegate Rates: 24-hr delegate rate £250pp (Meeting room for up to 10 delegates)
• Xmas: 2009:B&B - £200.00 pppn - Minimum of 3 nights (minimum 6 people)
• New Year: 2009: B&B - £200.00 pppn - Minimum of 3 nights (minimum 6 people)
• Damages Deposit: £1,000

Rental inclusive of

• Breakfast
• Linen
• Towels
• Utilities
• Complimentary drinks tray in each bedroom
• Laundry service
• Luxury toiletries

Accommodation Details

A fairytale Scottish Tower offering extraordinary luxury castle accommodation in a Scottish Tower just a stone’s throw from Edinburgh…

• Personally Inspected: Yes
  
• Sleeps: Up to 12
• Double: 5 (three of which can be made to twins)
• Twin: 1 twin en suite
• Cots: 2 Cots
• Highchairs: 2 Highchairs
• Children: Children under 5 go free if they are sharing a room with their parents
• Pets: No
• Evening Meals: By arrangement, 4 courses and coffee from £60 per head.
• Disabled Access: No
• Mod Cons: Satellite TV, DVD players and direct dial telephone facilities
• Internet & Communications: Yes
• Wedding Venue: Yes - View more details
• Arrival Time: 4pm
• Departure Time: 10 am