The Sculleries at Thirlestane Castle

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

<p><b>Excellent</b> location – rated 9.7/10! <small>(score from <b>9</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
9.8
Scored 9.8
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
9 reviews

It was a pleasure to stay in the property. The surroundings were luxurious and very peaceful. We enjoyed the surroundings and Sunday lunch at the nearby Black Bull.

Lea United States of America
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The Sculleries at Thirlestane Castle

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  • Entire apartment
  • 671 ft² size
  • Kitchen
  • View
  • Garden
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Terrace
  • Balcony
  • Free parking

The Sculleries at Thirlestane Castle is located in Lauder, just 27 miles from University of Edinburgh and 27 miles from Royal Mile. Among the facilities at this property are full-day security and luggage storage space, along with free Wifi throughout the property. The apartment offers parking on-site, a wellness packages, and private check-in and check-out. Offering a terrace and garden views, the spacious apartment includes 1 bedroom, a living room, flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen, and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and a bath. Towels and bed linen are offered in the apartment. The property has an outdoor dining area. For guests with children, the apartment provides outdoor play equipment. Guests at The Sculleries at Thirlestane Castle can enjoy cycling and hiking nearby, or make the most of the garden. National Museum of Scotland is 27 miles from the accommodation, while Edinburgh Playhouse is 27 miles from the property. The nearest airport is Edinburgh Airport, 32 miles from The Sculleries at Thirlestane Castle.

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

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

Free Parking Available On Site

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Accommodation Type
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Guest reviews

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Staff
9.7
Facilities
10
Cleanliness
10
Comfort
10
Value for money
10
Location
9.7
Free WiFi
10
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  • Lea
    United States of America United States of America
    “It was a pleasure to stay in the property. The surroundings were luxurious and very peaceful. We enjoyed the surroundings and Sunday lunch at the nearby Black Bull.”
  • Paul
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “We absolutely loved our stay at the castle. We will be back again soon for another stay.”
  • Mary
    New Zealand New Zealand
    “Everything was simply amazing. Must have own transport. Views gorgeous. A great place.”

Managed by Thirlestane Castle

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

Company 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.

Property 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.

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 Sculleries at Thirlestane Castle
Great facilities! Review score, 10

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
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
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Sitting area
Media & Technology
  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • DVD player
  • Radio
  • TV
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Fold-up 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 dining area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Spa
  • Spa/Wellness packages
  • Massage
    Additional charge
Food & Drink
  • Grocery deliveries
    Additional charge
Activities
  • Aerobics
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Horseback riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
  • Tennis court
    Additional chargeOff-site
Outdoor & View
  • Inner courtyard view
  • Garden view
  • View
Building Characteristics
  • Private apartment in building
Front Desk Services
  • Private check-in/out
  • Baggage storage
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
  • Family rooms
  • 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 Sculleries 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 Sculleries at Thirlestane Castle

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

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

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

  • Yes, there are options at this property that have a balcony. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at The Sculleries at Thirlestane Castle on this page.

  • The Sculleries at Thirlestane Castle can accommodate this group size:

    • 2 guests

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

  • The Sculleries at Thirlestane Castle has the following number of bedrooms:

    • 1 bedroom

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

  • Yes, The Sculleries at Thirlestane Castle is popular with guests booking family stays.

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

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

  • Yes, there are options at this property that have a terrace. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at The Sculleries at Thirlestane Castle on this page.