Kilchrist Castle
Machrihanish
Kintyre
Argyll and Bute
Experience grand Scottish living at this historic castle estate on the famous Mull of Kintyre peninsula. Nestled within 8 acres of private woodland and manicured grounds, this magnificent luxury castle retreat sleeps up to 13 guests across seven bedrooms. Blending authentic period architectural features—such as spiral staircases, four-poster beds, and an original wooden Thunderbox—with modern high-end comforts like a games room, range kitchen, and Jacuzzi bath, it provides an unforgettable setting for milestone celebrations, family reunions, and luxury group holidays near Campbeltown and Machrihanish.
Historic Grandeur, Games Room & Group Entertaining
Spanning three impressive floors, the castle offers generous reception rooms and entertaining spaces designed for large group gatherings:
Grand Dining Room: Elegant banquet hall featuring a wine cooler, Bluetooth soundbar, and a cozy open fire for formal group dinners.
Castle Lounge & Terrace Access: Relax on plush seating beside a second open fire and Smart TV, or open the French doors directly onto the large south-facing terrace.
Private Games Room: Outfitted for evening entertainment with a 6ft foldable snooker/pool table, roulette table, poker setup, chess, board games, and books.
Lower Ground-Floor Chef’s Kitchen & Breakfast Room: Fully equipped for large-party catering with an electric range oven and gas hob, American-style fridge/freezer, dishwasher, microwave, and adjacent dining area. Includes a separate utility room with a washer and dryer.
7 Character Bedrooms & Bathrooms (Sleeps 13):
First-Floor Four-Poster Suite 1: Four-poster double bedroom with a Jack-and-Jill en-suite bathroom featuring a classic roll-top bath, separate shower cubicle, and WC.
First-Floor Four-Poster Suite 2: Four-poster double bedroom with a Jack-and-Jill en-suite featuring a shower over a Jacuzzi bath and WC.
First-Floor Twin Bedroom: Pretty, light-filled twin room set near the main hall.
Second-Floor Bedrooms (Accessed via Spiral Staircase): Two double bedrooms, one twin bedroom, and one single bedroom—all framing enchanting views over the 8-acre estate.
Additional Bathrooms & Cloakrooms: Includes a second-floor family bathroom with shower-over-bath, a ground-floor cloakroom, and a characterful WC featuring an original wooden Thunderbox.
8 Acres of Private Gardens, South Terrace & Woodland
South Terrace & Al Fresco Dining: Accessed directly from the lounge, the expansive stone terrace offers comfortable outdoor seating for sunny lunches and evening drinks.
Private 8-Acre Estate: Approached via a sweeping private driveway, the grounds feature mature woodlands, manicured lawns, and abundant native wildlife.
Ample Private Parking: Generous off-road parking space directly in front of the castle for multiple vehicles.
Explore The Mull of Kintyre, Campbeltown & Hebridean Islands
Set in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty on the southern tip of Argyll, the castle offers easy access to famous beaches, golf courses, and whisky distilleries:
Campbeltown (Minutes Away): Visit the historic harbour town to tour world-famous single malt whisky distilleries (Springbank, Glen Scotia), visit local seafood bistros, and explore the historic harbour.
Machrihanish & Westport Beach: Play a round at world-renowned links courses (Machrihanish Golf Club and Machrihanish Dunes), or head to Westport Beach for Scotland’s best surfing and sand dune walks.
Island Hopping: Take local ferries to explore the nearby Isles of Gigha, Arran, Islay (famous for its peated whisky), and Jura.
The Kintyre Way: Step directly onto coastal walking and biking trails through unspoilt Scottish countryside.
Sleeps 13, Pets Welcome
