Kinnairdy Castle Rental
Huntly
Aberdeenshire
Experience authentic Highland luxury at Kinnairdy Castle—a private historic tower house set within 450 acres along the famous River Deveron, featuring world-class salmon fishing, grand period features, and two cozy wood burners.
Step into living history at Kinnairdy Castle, a captivating 14th-century tower house nestled in the heart of Aberdeenshire. Set within a private 450-acre estate on the banks of the River Deveron, this grand self-catering castle blends rich heritage with comfortable modern living. Whether you are planning a family reunion, a gathering of friends, or a dedicated angling getaway, Kinnairdy offers an extraordinary Highland escape.
World-Class Salmon Fishing: Direct access to 450 private acres with two premier salmon fishing beats on the River Deveron (permits arranged directly with the owner).
Authentic Castle Dining: Host unforgettable dinner parties in the grand dining room, complete with a vaulted ceiling, stained-glass windows, and a wood-burning stove.
Spacious Estate Grounds: Large inner courtyard, mature garden with BBQ and seating, and expansive lawns perfect for lawn games and children to play.
Cosy Tower Lounge: Second-floor main drawing room set inside the original historic tower, featuring atmospheric stone walls and a warm wood burner.
The Interior & Historic Accommodation
Restored with care to preserve its ancient character while offering modern comforts, the castle is arranged across three grand levels:
Ground Floor
Country Kitchen: Welcoming fully equipped kitchen with everything needed to prepare feast-style meals, plus a bright breakfast area to plan the day’s adventures.
Ground-Floor Lounge & Snug: Cozy lounge area featuring a Smart TV, leading directly into the main dining room.
Vaulted Dining Room: The heart of the castle’s social space—dine beneath original vaulted ceilings and stained glass beside a roaring wood burner.
Utility & Facilities: Useful utility area with laundry facilities and a ground-floor WC.
First Floor
Main Tower Lounge: Raised just off the first floor, this striking room is located within the original medieval tower—an unmissable space to unwind with a book or a dram of whisky by the second wood burner.
Master Bedroom: Super-king-size bedroom with elegant period styling.
Bedroom 2: Generous king-size bedroom.
Bedroom 3: Comfortable double bedroom.
Bathroom: Stylish floor shower room with WC.
Second Floor
Bedroom 4: Charming, light-filled twin bedroom.
Victorian Bathroom: Classic family bathroom featuring a roll-top Victorian-style bath and WC.
Exploring Aberdeenshire & The Coast
Kinnairdy Castle offers a tranquil rural sanctuary while placing you near the best of Moray and Aberdeenshire:
Whisky Tasting: Located just 5.5 miles from the renowned GlenDronach Distillery, famous for its sherry-matured single malts.
Coastal Day Trips: Just a 13-mile drive to the Banffshire coast, where you can explore sandy beaches, coastal cliffs, and the seaside villages of Cullen and Portsoy (famous for traditional ice cream and historic harbours).
Estate Walks & Wildlife: Miles of private riverside walks trail directly along the River Deveron, home to otters, kingfishers, and osprey.
Key Property Features
Occupancy & Bedrooms: Sleeps up to 8 Guests across 4 Bedrooms (1 Super-King, 1 King, 1 Double, 1 Twin)
Bathrooms: 2.5 Bathrooms (1 First-floor shower room, 1 Second-floor Victorian bath, 1 Ground-floor WC)
Grounds: 450-acre estate, private River Deveron access, courtyard, lawned gardens, BBQ, outdoor seating
Amenities: 2 Wood-burning stoves, Smart TV, Wi-Fi, fully equipped kitchen, laundry facilities, ample private estate parking
Sleeps 7, Pets Welcome
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