Meikleour Castle
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The Romantic Charm of a Grand Scottish Castle

The Meikleour Castle in Perthshire, about an hour north of Edinburgh, exudes the romantic appeal of a grand Highland estate. Nearby, the Dowager Countess of Strathmore still lives in Glamis Castle (of Shakespeare’s Macbeth fame and the late Queen Mother’s childhood home).

Originally a hunting lodge, the castle’s oldest wing dates back to 1570. Still, there are no trade-offs here on modern comforts and style. Largely rebuilt in the 19th century, the home’s plush interior features ultra-modern conveniences — recessed lighting, heated floors, air-conditioning, satellite TV, a sauna and steam room. Its well-tended, 40-acre grounds include one clay and one grass tennis court, spectacular formal and woodland gardens, a heated pool and its own 9-hole golf course — for those who prefer shanking their drives in private. Meikleour Castle is indeed the perfect setting to play lord or lady of the manor and is ideally located in one of the most picturesque regions of Scotland.

Beds & Baths
Eight bedrooms sleep up to 16 (or 18 with sitting room converted to a bedroom). Second Floor: bedrooms 1 and 2 (both queens, 63"), one with private bathroom across the hall (tub & shower), and one with access to steam shower and sauna (tub & shower). Third Floor: bedroom 3 (king, 71") with en suite bathroom (tub & shower), bedroom 4 (twins, 35") and bedroom 5, both with private bathrooms down the hall (tub & shower). Main Tower: bedroom 6 (queen, 63") with en suite toilet and sink. Old Tower: bedrooms 7 and 8 (queen, 63" and king, 71"), both sharing a full four-piece bathroom.
Living Space
A chef-style kitchen with two sub-zero fridges and an area for kids and staff to eat. Grand living rooms on the second floor with spectacular views and a fireplace. A gracious dining room on the main floor with French doors opening onto the garden.
Outdoors
Ten meter kidney-shaped pool with private gym. Clay and grass tennis courts. Private 9-hole golf course. Formal and woodland garden and terrace with sweeping views of grounds and garden.
Household Amenities
Beautiful, fully-equipped kitchen. Satellite TV, DVD, high speed internet and snooker table. Spa with steam shower and sauna. Excellent music/sound system throughout house.
Notable Features
Sweeping views of extraordinary grounds and gardens. The romantic charm of a genuine castle with exceptional modern conveniences and comforts. All bedrooms with private baths. In-floor heating. Walk out your front door to your own golf course. Excellent chef and other services are available at an additional charge.
Nearby Diversions
Salmon fishing in the nearby River Tay; golf at some of Scotland's finest courses; shopping and dining in quaint nearby towns like Blairgowrie, Dunkeld and Pitlochry; a tour of Scotland's smallest distillery Edradour, with its single Highland malt whisky; Edinburgh and Glasgow about 1 to 1.5 hours away respectively.
Outdoor Activities
Hiking in the hills and lochs, horseback riding, golf.
Bedrooms:
8
Bathrooms:
7
Children Allowed:
Yes
Max Occupancy:
18

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