Castle / Palace in Scotland
2 guests · 1 bedroom · 1 bath
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
High-end valueWell priced for this area
About this castle / palace rental
Beautifully appointed, the Lady Maxwell Room at Buittle Castle offers the experience of staying in a working, privately owned Scottish Castle. The room is on the ground floor, with its own private access to the courtyard (with one step) and its own ensuite bathroom with shower. Full Scottish or Continental Breakfast is included, and is served in the room. We aim to offer the guests a true 'country house' experience.
As part of our effort to reduce our environmental impact, gourmet tea and coffee are provided by the house manager upon request.
The site which the present tower occupies was once the inner bailey of the medieval Buittle Castle, one of Scotland's royal castles and twice capital of Scotland. Buittle was home to Lady Devorguilla of Galloway and the Bailliol Dynasty, and later a Jacobite stronghold of the Gordon and Maxwell families, who re-constructed the original 13th Century keep into the present L-plan tower, c.1500. Buittle Castle, unlike many such buildings, remains very much a working building, and so retains the 'feel' that these buildings had when first built, surrounded by formal gardens, livestock, vegetable growing and pleasure grounds. It is currently home to James, the 24th great grandson of Lady Devorguilla, and his cousin Tobias, who have re-acquired the castle after roughly 60 years of it being out of family ownership. The site is also home to a working printing office specialising in craft letterpress printing and bookbinding, and a medieval chapel, with an interesting Jacobite history, in which services are regularly celebrated in the pre-reformation Use of Sarum.
As part of our effort to reduce our environmental impact, gourmet tea and coffee are provided by the house manager upon request.
The site which the present tower occupies was once the inner bailey of the medieval Buittle Castle, one of Scotland's royal castles and twice capital of Scotland. Buittle was home to Lady Devorguilla of Galloway and the Bailliol Dynasty, and later a Jacobite stronghold of the Gordon and Maxwell families, who re-constructed the original 13th Century keep into the present L-plan tower, c.1500. Buittle Castle, unlike many such buildings, remains very much a working building, and so retains the 'feel' that these buildings had when first built, surrounded by formal gardens, livestock, vegetable growing and pleasure grounds. It is currently home to James, the 24th great grandson of Lady Devorguilla, and his cousin Tobias, who have re-acquired the castle after roughly 60 years of it being out of family ownership. The site is also home to a working printing office specialising in craft letterpress printing and bookbinding, and a medieval chapel, with an interesting Jacobite history, in which services are regularly celebrated in the pre-reformation Use of Sarum.
Amenities
Non-smoking
Pets allowed
Map of Scotland
Ratings and reviews
10 / 10Outstanding·May 2026
We spent three nights here and were thrilled. The property itself, the history of the house, the ambiance of the room (we had the Lady Maxwell Room) and dining room, Tobias's kind and warm manner, and the wonderful night's sleep were all delightful. The optional set menu is also highly recommended.
10 / 10Outstanding·Apr 2026
An absolutely lovely stay! Tobias was incredibly hospitable and the grounds were beautiful. We had both dinner and breakfast, as well as wine. All were so delicious and next level. The grounds were breathtaking and so quiet in the evening for a restful sleep. The lady Maxwell room was beautiful and comfortable. It was lovely to have gone to the Caerlaverock Castle before our stay and learn more about the Maxwells. Tobias opened up the family chapel for us to view before our departure and we were so grateful for that. My only regret is not being able to stay longer!
8 / 10Excellent·Mar 2026
Tobias was always welcoming, attentive and a mine of knowledge and interest concerning the property. An excellent cook, too.
10 / 10Outstanding·Mar 2026
I had a wonderful few days reading and writing at Buittle. The food is tremendous and lovingly prepared, and the rooms are charming. The grounds are also perfect for a quiet stroll and reflection. Strongly recommended!
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9.5Outstanding
(76 Ratings)
"We spent three nights here and were thrilled. The property itself, the history of the house, the ambiance of the room (we had the Lady Maxwell Room) and dining room, Tobias's kind and warm manner, and..."
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