The Earl & Countess at Thirlestane Castle

Thirlestane Castle, Lauder, TD2 6RU, United Kingdom – Excellent location – show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location – rated 9.5/10! <small>(score from <b>10</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
9.7
Scored 9.7
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
10 reviews

Really beautiful rooms and large bathrooms and comfortable bedrooms.

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The Earl & Countess at Thirlestane Castle

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  • Entire apartment
  • 1238 ft² size
  • Kitchen
  • View
  • Garden
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Bathtub
  • Non-smoking rooms

The Earl & Countess at Thirlestane Castle offers accommodations in Lauder, 27 miles from University of Edinburgh and 27 miles from Royal Mile. The property is around 27 miles from National Museum of Scotland, 27 miles from Edinburgh Playhouse, and 28 miles from The Real Mary King's Close. The apartment offers parking on-site, a wellness packages, and full-day security. With free Wifi, this 3-bedroom apartment provides a flat-screen TV and a kitchen with a dishwasher and oven. Towels and bed linen are provided in the apartment. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance. Guests at the apartment will be able to enjoy activities in and around Lauder, like hiking. Outdoor play equipment is also available at The Earl & Countess at Thirlestane Castle, while guests can also relax in the garden. Camera Obscura and World of Illusions is 28 miles from the accommodation, while Edinburgh Waverley Train Station is 28 miles away. The nearest airport is Edinburgh Airport, 32 miles from The Earl & Countess at Thirlestane Castle.

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Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Free Parking Available On Site

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Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 full bed
Bedroom 2:
1 full bed
Bedroom 3:
1 full bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.8
Facilities
9.8
Cleanliness
10
Comfort
9.8
Value for money
9.2
Location
9.5
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  • Paul
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Really beautiful rooms and large bathrooms and comfortable bedrooms.”
  • Alison
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Stunning rooms - very comfortable. We were in the Earl and Countess suite and loved it. Had visited before and wanted to return.”
  • Emma
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “What a find! This place is amazing, and the pictures on Booking.Com do not do it justice. We were completely blown away by the decor, the size of the apartment and facilities that were available. It exceeded our expectations, and would thoroughly...”

Managed by Thirlestane Castle

Company review score: 9.8Based on 32 reviews from 5 properties
5 managed properties

Company info

Experience staying in a Scottish Castle in spacious, luxurious surroundings. The apartment has a beautifully eclectic mix of contemporary furniture and original items from the castle collections including dramatic portraits to reflect the heritage of the building.

Property info

The castle was first built in 1590 and has been the home of the Maitland family ever since. They still live in a private wing of the building today. In the 1980s the main part of the castle was gifted to a charitable trust and all income from the accommodation goes into restoring and maintaining the building for future generations. There are five apartments in total, each individually designed with their own character, but all in the South Wing of the castle. They can be taken individually or as a group for larger parties.

Neighborhood info

The apartment is just 10-minutes' walk from the charming town of Lauder. Here you will find a number of shops including convenience stores, butcher, bakery, delicatessen and fruit and veg shop. There are also several pubs, a cafe/gallery and a restaurant. The Scottish Borders is so popular because of the sheer range of activities packed into such a small and accessible region - historic houses and castles, exciting festivals, arts and crafts, delicious local produce and miles of rolling hills, beautiful valleys and the Berwickshire coastline. For those that love the outdoors there is a variety of different activities available close at hand including horse riding, exhilarating cycling routes, fishing, golf and spectacular walking – the Southern Upland Way crosses the Thirlestane Estate. There is a small community leisure centre in Lauder which has a fully equipped gym that is available on a ‘pay as you go’ basis. The Scottish Borders is also renowned for its variety of crafts and is famous for producing quality textiles such as tweed, cashmere and tartan. Take a visit to a traditional workshop and workers will be more than happy to demonstrate their skills.

Language Spoken

English

Area info

Amenities of The Earl & Countess at Thirlestane Castle
Great facilities! Review score, 9.8

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
Parking
Free public parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Kitchen
  • High chair
  • Dining table
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Sitting area
Media & Technology
  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Radio
  • TV
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Tile/Marble floor
  • Private entrance
  • Carpeted
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Spa
  • Spa/Wellness packages
  • Massage
    Additional charge
Food & Drink
  • Grocery deliveries
    Additional charge
Activities
  • Horseback riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Hiking
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
  • Tennis court
    Additional chargeOff-site
Outdoor & View
  • Garden view
  • View
Building Characteristics
  • Private apartment in building
Front Desk Services
  • Private check-in/out
  • Baggage storage
  • Express check-in/out
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Outdoor play equipment for kids
  • Board games/Puzzles
  • Books, DVDs or music for children
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Playground
Business Facilities
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Miscellaneous
  • Pet bowls
  • Designated smoking area
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
Languages Spoken
  • English

House rules

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Check-in

From 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM

You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.

Check-out

Until 10:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to apartment type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib by request
Free

Additional fees are not calculated automatically in the total cost and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

1 crib available on request.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Payments by Booking.com

Booking.com takes your payment for this stay on behalf of the property, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Pets

Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform The Earl & Countess at Thirlestane Castle of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

FAQs about The Earl & Countess at Thirlestane Castle

  • Check-in at The Earl & Countess at Thirlestane Castle is from 4:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

  • The Earl & Countess at Thirlestane Castle is 1,500 feet from the center of Lauder. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at The Earl & Countess at Thirlestane Castle may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Yes, The Earl & Countess at Thirlestane Castle is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • The Earl & Countess at Thirlestane Castle offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Massage
    • Hiking
    • Playground
    • Fishing
    • Tennis court
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Horseback riding
    • Spa/Wellness packages

  • The Earl & Countess at Thirlestane Castle can accommodate this group size:

    • 6 guests

    For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • The Earl & Countess at Thirlestane Castle has the following number of bedrooms:

    • 3 bedrooms

    For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.