Castle Douglas is home to this castle. RSPB Ken-Dee Marshes Reserve and The Lane reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Galloway Activity Centre and Cally Gardens. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Laggan Outdoor or Dumfries Ice Bowl. Discover the area's water adventures with waterskiing and windsurfing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain climbing and hiking.
Historic and secluded 17th Century Castle located in private Scottish estate
Property Description:
Grade A listed Scottish tower house built in the mid Seventeenth century by William Maclellan.
The Castle offers comfortable accommodation for a group of up to 9 guests, with excellent westerly views of the rolling hills of the Glenkens across mature lawned gardens and beautiful surrounding countryside.
Furnished in a traditional country style, the Castle has a large kitchen family room on the ground floor, a Great Hall on the first floor and four bedrooms with two bathrooms (one en suite) on the second floor. There is also a bedroom with ensuite located above the entrance.
The Castle is quietly situated within Barscobe Estate, a privately owned 800 acre estate located about 1 mile from the village of Balmaclellan and 17 miles from the market town of Castle Douglas.
This secluded and historic estate also benefits from its own wild trout fishing on the picturesque Barscobe Loch, hills, ancient woodlands, river and waterfalls making it the perfect Scottish retreat.
There are also numerous other activities locally available within 5-10 minutes of the house including sailing, canoeing, water skiing on Loch Ken; hill walking and mountain biking in the Galloway Forest Park; and the local golf course in New Galloway. Barscobe House is also within easy distance of sandy beaches and a range of nationally famous country houses open to the public, such as Drumlanrig Castle and Dumfries House.
PRICING: Minimum stay is 3 nights. Nightly rates vary according to season. The VRBO system is unable to apply our discounts available on nightly rates. PLEASE CONTACT US for an exact quotation if you are interested in booking.
PLEASE NOTE: for families and couples only; stag parties, hen parties or the like are strictly forbidden and entry to the property will be refused.
House Rules
Check in after 5:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events
No events allowed
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Pets
Pets allowed: dogs less than 999 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
£25 per dog per stay (max 2)
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Property # 6942467
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Frequently asked questions
Is Historic and secluded 17th Century Castle located in private Scottish estate pet-friendly?
Yes, Historic and secluded 17th Century Castle located in private Scottish estate allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 999 kg per pet.
How much is parking at Historic and secluded 17th Century Castle located in private Scottish estate?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Historic and secluded 17th Century Castle located in private Scottish estate?
Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Historic and secluded 17th Century Castle located in private Scottish estate?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Historic and secluded 17th Century Castle located in private Scottish estate located?
Situated in Castle Douglas, this castle is within 6 miles (10 km) of The Lane, New Galloway Golf Club and Lock Ken. Dalry Town Hall and Galloway Activity Centre are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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