Property & Estate Overview
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Location
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Welcome to Torrisdale Castle - The superb range of self-catering properties on Kintyre's east coast provide accommodation for groups of between 2 and 10 people. The estate offers the perfect opportunity to experience the comforts of modern day living whilst relaxing within a stunning and stress-free environment.
Within the ground floor of the castle are three spacious self-catering apartments and set within the peaceful wooded grounds are a further four superb cottages and houses.
Garden Cottage is a real gem. Situated on a wooded hillside overlooking the former walled garden, the property was fully refurbished in 2011 and comprises a cosy double bedroom, bathroom with shower and bath, a comfortable sitting room/dining room, and a separate kitchen. With timber lined walls, working shutters, a feature fireplace with log burning stove, and insulated to the highest level, this cottage offers year round accommodation and is the ideal romantic hideaway. The new outdoor wood burning eco hot tub, installed early April 2012, has been an instant hit. Load up the hot tub with wood, go for a walk to the beach, come back, strip off and jump in with a glass of champagne!
The Kintyre Way passes through the estate, which is an ideal base for those looking to complete the long distance walk in individual stretches, being almost halfway on the 87 mile route.
The castle was extended to the north and the south in 1903 and 1908 respectively by William Macalister Hall, born in the castle and son of Peter Hall, to form the present building. For many years thereafter the estate's economy was driven by agriculture, forestry and fishing, until the estate diversified into tourism.
Other accommodation includes:
Lephincorrach Farmhouse - sleeps up to 10 in 5 bedrooms
South Lodge - sleeps up to 2 in 1 bedrooms
Glen House - sleeps up to 7 in 3 bedrooms
Tangy Castle Apartment - sleeps up to 5 in 2 bedrooms
Killean Castle Apartment - sleeps up to 6 in 2 bedrooms
Crossaig Castle Apartment - sleeps up to 4 in 2 bedrooms
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Torrisdale Castle
Torrisdale Castle & Estate is an ideal location to relax and absorb the glorious scenery, nature and wildlife of the Kintyre peninsula. You can explore the castle grounds with its many trails (keeping an eye out for deer and golden eagles); climb the nearby hills, including Beinn an Tuirc, Kintyre's highest peak, to enjoy some spectacular views; and visit the estate's sandy beach, Torrisdale Bay, to enjoy the views of Arran, seabirds and the seals basking on the rocks |
Property Facilities |
Local Area & Highlights |
- Located on a wooded hillside
- Overlooking the former walled garden
- Timber lined walls and working shutters
- Large double bedroom with king size bed
- Bathroom with shower over bath, W/C, wash basin
- Open plan sitting room/dining room
- Furnished with TV / DVD
- Feature fireplace with log burning stove
- Fully equipped kitchen with oven / microwave / fridge & freezer compartment
- New outdoor wood burning eco hot tub - Load up the hot tub with wood, go for a walk to the beach, come back, strip off and jump in with a glass of champagne!
- All bed linen provided
- Electricity is charged via a £1 coin meter and heating, by electric storage heaters, is charged by meter reading
- Parking alongside
- Well behaved pets welcome
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- The Isle of Gigha is the most southerly of the Hebridean Islands
- Nearer Lochgilphead, Dunadd, the capital of the Scottish kingdom of Dalriada, is well worth a visit, as is the Crinan Canal.
- The isles of Islay and Jura can be reached via the ferry crossing from Kennacraig, south of Tarbert.
- An abundance of interesting attractions on both islands, including numerous distilleries, historical sites, pubs and restaurants.
- Arran, often referred to as ' Scotland in Miniature' with its towering peaks and beautiful sandy bays, can be reached via a crossing from Cloanaig.
- There is an abundance of historical monuments and places of interest close to Torrisdale. Saddell Abbey, approx 3 miles south
- Also of note is Saddell Castle, located next to the beach where the video for the classic Wings hit "Mull of Kintyre" was filmed
- Skipness Castle is located to the north of the peninsula and is open to the public.
- MacAlister Clan Visitors Centre is situated on the west coast of the Kintyre peninsula.
- Scotland 's newest long distance walk, the Kintyre Way passes through Torrisdale
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Local Facilities |
Options & Other Information |
- Laundry facilities are available at the castle
- Torrisdale Organic Tannery and Crafty Sheep Shop
- The attractive fishing village of Carradale 2 miles away
- Variety of restaurants, bars and hotels to enjoy a meal, snack or typical Scottish hospitality
- The Glen Bar and Restaurant, Carradale Hotel, Dunvalanree and Ashbank Hotel
- Campbeltown - supermarkets, shops, churches, restaurants, pubs, swimming pool
- Campbeltown - weekday flights to Glasgow
- Golf - Carradale has a challenging and very tricky 9 hole course with spectacular coastal views. There are further courses at Dunaverty, near Southend, and Tarbert, while the jewels in the crown must be the 18 hole championship links course at Machrihanish and the newly opened Machrihanish Dunes
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- 25% deposit
- Balance due 6 weeks beforehand
- Check in - 4.00pm & checkout is 10.00am
- Bed linen provided - all beds made up upon arrival
- Please bring own towels
- Pets welcome but please keep strict control and not allowed on furniture
- Cot & highchair available upon request, please provide own cot bedding
- 10% discount on all multiple week bookings
- Electricity is charged via a £1 coin meter and heating, by electric storage heaters, is charged by meter reading
- Short breaks available all year round
- Booking Terms : Click here to view full booking and hire conditions
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