Self Catering Castle Stays in United Kingdom – 2026

Historic Origins: Crossbasket Castle dates back to the late 1600s. Elegant Interiors: Antique furnishings and intricate details blend seamlessly with modern comforts. Varied Accommodation: Guest rooms range from cozy doubles to suites, plus private lodges within the castle grounds. Fine Dining: The restaurant offers exquisite French-inspired cuisine with fresh Scottish ingredients in an intimate setting. Grounds: 14 acres of gardens and woodlands, enjoy river walks, or take part in activities like fishing, golf, and tours. Enter your dates & check prices here   Crossbasket Castle near Glasgow is a beautifully restored 17th-century castle, with 14 acres of gardens and woodland, which is now one of the West of Scotland’s finest… > See All the Details & Book

Why we chose this castle hotel: Grand 5-star manor, blending classic British elegance with modern comforts. Set on Dartmoor, with 275+ acres of countryside, gardens, and golf course. Variety of stays, from castle rooms to spacious self-catering estate lodges. Extensive facilities, including spa, indoor pool, fine dining, and outdoor activities. Rich history, from aristocratic retreat to wartime hospital to luxury hotel.   The very grand, 5-star Bovey Castle is a Dartmoor and South Devon institution. It has served as a luxury hotel for nearly 90 years now and still has oodles of old-fashioned British elegance and class. It has a gorgeous setting too, by the River Bovey and Dartmoor National… > See All the Details & Book

Historic Cumbrian castle: Augill Castle in Upper Eden Valley, nearly 200 years old, homely luxury. Beautiful surroundings: North Pennines, Yorkshire Dales, Lakeland Fells nearby. Enter your dates & check prices here   The enchanting Augill Castle Hotel has stood proud in Cumbria, England’s, Upper Eden Valley, for nearly two hundred years. It also has some of the country’s loveliest rural regions at its doorstep – the North Pennines, the Yorkshire Dales and the Lakeland Fells. Built in 1841, in the very popular (at the time) Neo-Gothic style, Augill Castle started life as a grand country retreat and is still as grand as ever in its present incarnation as a luxury… > See All the Details & Book

Why we chose this castle for rent: Romantic folly retreat: 19th-century Gothic tower hidden in Snowdonia, now a unique self-catering holiday stay. Charming interiors: Two cosy bedrooms, bright living spaces, and sweeping views from the top floor. Modern comforts: Kitchen, wood-burning stove, WiFi, TV, and a spacious roll-top bath. Prime location: Set in stunning countryside near mountains, coast, and picturesque Welsh villages. Rich heritage: Linked to Owain Gwynedd, built by industrialist Joseph Huddart in 1821, restored in the 1990s.   Brynkir Tower is a stunning, early 19th-century tower folly hidden away in the woods of Snowdonia National Park, Wales. This lovely building has been extensively renovated internally and now offers… > See All the Details & Book

Notable guests: Mahatma Gandhi, John Profumo, Christine Keeler, Harold Macmillan. Royal connection: Meghan Markle stayed here before her wedding to Prince Harry. National Trust: Property open to the public seasonally with grounds accessible year-round. Historic scandal: Site of the 1960s Profumo affair, adding a touch of notorious glamour. Luxury hotel: 5-star manor house near London with top service and facilities. Enter your dates & check prices here.   Meghan Markle left Cliveden House, near Windsor, on the morning of Saturday 19th May for her wedding to Prince Harry, having spent her last night as a single woman there. We can’t be sure how much time she spent considering her accommodation… > See All the Details & Book

Historic significance: Childhood home of Anne Boleyn, Henry VIII’s second wife. Most notable guests: Queen Anne Boleyn, Queen Anne of Cleves. Accommodation: 28 B&B rooms in two Edwardian-era wings (Astor Wing & Anne Boleyn Wing). Exclusive access: Guests may explore the original 13th-century castle until midnight. Edwardian extensions: Built in 1903 by William Waldorf Astor in mock Tudor style, with dining and lounge areas. Interior style: Antique furniture, tapestries, and art pieces combined with modern comfort. Grounds: 125-acre castle grounds surrounding the moat.  Enter your dates & check prices here   Hever Castle Hotel near London, in the Garden County of Kent, was the childhood home of Anne Boleyn, Henry… > See All the Details & Book

Unique setting: One of our most special castle hotels, proudly ‘in the middle of nowhere.’ Rich history: 13th-century era Mingary Castle Hotel has seen Scotland’s history first hand. Expert restoration: Two years of delicate work preserved the 9-foot-thick defensive walls and Georgian-era residence. Luxury today: Now one of Scotland’s and Britain’s most unique luxury hotels. Strategic location: Situated near Kilchoan on the Ardnamurchan Peninsula, the most westerly point on the British mainland. Stunning views: Atlantic, Hebrides Islands, and the Scottish Highlands create an inspiring panorama.   Just beyond Kilchoan, on the Ardnamurchan Peninsula, and well away from anywhere you’d casually pass through, lies Mingary Castle. A strategically valuable spot in… > See All the Details & Book

Fabulous views: Overlooks Isle of Mull, Atlantic Ocean, and Hebridean islands. Choice of rooms: Self-catering apartments in the castle and former stables. Elegant furnishings: Warm colours, Victorian-style baths, and comfortable decor. Food options: Coffee shop, deli, and nearby pubs; owners provide fine whisky tastings. Outdoor activities: Guided walks, wildlife spotting, whale watching, and estate exploration. Accessible location: Northern tip of Mull, close to Tobermory with ferry access from Oban. Historical significance: Built in 1858 in Scots Baronial style during the Highland Clearances.   Glengorm Castle Hotel is a Victorian era Scottish Castle Hotel with fabulous views over the Isle of Mull, the Atlantic Ocean and the Hebridean islands of Coll,… > See All the Details & Book