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House of the Northern Gate, North Coast 500
Perched at Dunnet Head, the northernmost point of mainland Britain,
this beautifully restored nine-bedroom baronial house o昀昀ers
spellbinding views across Dunnet Bay to the Orkney Islands. The estate,
purchased and thoughtfully revived by descendants of the Dunnett
family, spans 1,800 acres of moorland, cli昀昀s, hidden caves and lochs.
Inside, period charm blends seamlessly with modern comfort, including
a newly completed state-of-the-art gym. Outdoors, the activities are
endless: trail running, sur昀椀ng, wild swimming and superb hiking. As a
base for the iconic NC500 route, it is unparalleled, luxurious, remote
and deeply atmospheric.
Innes House, Moray
Close to Elgin, this magni昀椀cent house sleeps 38 across 20 individually
styled bedrooms. Guests enjoy private dining rooms, a whisky room, a
billiards room and tranquil gardens. For celebrations, corporate gatherings or rural retreats, Innes o昀昀ers exclusive access to the full estate,
with additional accommodation available at The Gatehouse and the new
View昀椀eld Farmhouse.
Beyond the house, guests can explore the Malt Whisky Trail, ski, golf
or go munro bagging. It is a quintessential Highlands escape, elegant,
immersive and richly connected to Scotland’s heritage.
Ferniehirst Castle, Scottish Borders
Seat of the Clan Kerr and a昀昀ectionately known as “Scotland’s frontier
fortress”, 15th-century Ferniehirst is one of the best-preserved laird’s
houses in the Borders. Its Great Hall, complete with stone 昀椀replaces,
candelabras and ancestral portraits, sets a dramatic tone for exclusive
gatherings. Sleeping 18 across nine bedrooms (with additional accommodation in an adjacent lodge), the castle is equal parts historic and
homely. Lovingly restored in the 1980s and still cherished by the Kerr
family, it o昀昀ers a uniquely intimate experience for those seeking something di昀昀erent.
New Lanark World Heritage Site, Scotland
For travellers drawn to UNESCO sites, New Lanark o昀昀ers a fascinating
alternative, restored 18th-century mill buildings overlooking the River
Clyde. Stays range from the comfortable New Lanark Mill Hotel to
charming self-catering Waterhouses. Guests can enjoy the Falls of Clyde
nature trails, interactive heritage tours and a full calendar of
family-friendly events.
Middleton Castle, Norfolk
South of the border, Middleton Castle brings medieval drama to the
English countryside. Built in 1455 and set among rolling farmland near
the North Norfolk coast, the Grade I listed castle o昀昀ers exclusive-use
stays for up to 30 guests.
With a moat, turrets, oak-panelled rooms and magni昀椀cent gardens, its
atmosphere is richly cinematic. Newly launched Traitors-style
immersive experiences add a playful twist, while its event team curates
bespoke weddings, corporate retreats and celebrations. Expect elegant
suites, exceptional dining and the rare chance to inhabit a castle with
centuries of history and impeccable modern comfort.
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