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Aldourie Castle

A baronial beauty on Loch Ness’s shores

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“Anchored in the classical heritage of a Scottish country house, Aldourie Castle is influenced by contemporary Danish design.
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Our Rooms

Every meticulous detail of Aldourie has been designed to make our guests feel entirely at home. Our elegant rooms weave together comfort and character while our warm and welcoming team look after all who come through our doors. A stay with us is to experience the epitome of Scottish hospitality.

 

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Soulful food and shared stories

Food and feasting are a central part of the WildLand experience. Our chefs are skilled at delivering delicious breakfasts, lunches and suppers and they’re also committed to slow food, using produce from local suppliers, our own estates or foraged from the countryside. Our dining experiences are deeply connected to the landscape and led by the seasons.

Wandering through the sprawling walled garden at Aldourie Castle, it’s hard to imagine more contented chefs. They work hand in hand with our gardeners meaning our ingredients are as fresh and seasonal as possible… and full of natural Scottish flavour.

Whether formal banquets in the Dining Room, laid-back, idyllic lunches in the Boathouse, afternoon tea enjoyed in the drawing room or leisurely breakfasts in the Laird’s Room, the chefs work with excellent local suppliers and sublime produce handpicked the same day from the garden.

For those with a celebration in mind, we also invite you to explore our ever-evolving wine collection in the castle’s expansive cellars.

Things to do

A walk through our gardens and grounds reveals innumerable spots for breathing in all that Aldourie has to offer. From the uninterrupted loch views at the Boathouse to the light-filled Orangery, we have a place for every mood.  Aldourie is also your base for exploring the vast Highland landscapes, with activities woven throughout our 500-acre estate and far beyond.

At Aldourie Castle

Savour rare Highland whiskies in the castle’s calm, wood-panelled corners, or have a night in with loved ones for a private chef experience, whether at the long dining table or gathered in the wild with the scent of the trees around you.

Head into the surrounding landscapes by 4×4, exploring quiet tracks and far-reaching views, then return to the water for a wild swim or a slow walk through meadows alive with colour. Each experience deepens your connection to this place, inviting you to settle, explore and feel part of the land’s quiet renewal.

In the area

Beyond Aldourie, the Highlands open up in gentle, enriching ways. Discover artisan makers whose wool, weave and craftsmanship reflect the character of this landscape, or join a foraging guide to learn the stories and flavours carried by the plants beneath your feet.

Spend unhurried hours fishing on clear, quiet rivers where the only sound is the drift of water, or wander through history on visits to Urquhart and Cawdor Castle, each offering its own window into the region’s past. These are simple, grounding experiences that invite you to explore at your own pace and feel the depth of the place around you.

Gatherings

A PLACE FOR ANY OCCASION

There are those who come here to celebrate life’s most special moments and those who come to unwind from the everyday. Aldourie is a series of thoughtfully curated and characterful spaces designed to host any occasion.

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Aldourie Castle & Cottages

Sown across the estate are seven private, self-catering cottages. These charming homes open out onto nature’s habitat with the Loch a pebble’s throw away, and can be hired alongside the castle to accommodate a larger group of guests.

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How many guests does Aldourie Castle sleep? +

Aldourie Castle sleeps 24 guests across 12 en-suite bedrooms. Larger groups may choose to add nearby cottages on the estate which can accommodate an additional 24 guests.

Can I book just one room at Aldourie Castle? +

Aldourie Castle is a private hire, exclusive-use castle only as opposed to a hotel. Guests must book the entire castle.

What’s included in the exclusive hire of the Castle? +

The castle is fully staffed and includes daily housekeeping, plenty of staff to look after guests at all times of day or night, all meals prepared by our in-house team of chefs with lots of the produce grown in the castle gardens. Castle guests have exclusive use of the castle grounds, the Steadings which house a wellness space and multiple spaces for dining, gathering, whisky tasting etc and the boathouse and glasshouse which can be used for lunches, afternoon teas, workshops or quiet areas to relax.

 

Guests can enjoy use of the Sauna Yurt hidden in the trees by Loch Ness, perfect after a wild swim.

 

Full concierge and trip planning services are available from point of booking onwards. Our team ensure your trip is planned perfectly.

Can I book a wedding at Aldourie Castle? +

Yes, we do host weddings. The castle and steadings can host intimate weddings, while larger weddings require a marquee. Please do get in touch with our team to discuss your requirements.

Booking Details & Costs +

Aldourie Castle costs from £33,000 per night in high season (March to October) with a minimum length of stay of three nights, and from £25,000 per night in low season (November to February) with a minimum night stay of two nights.

 

These rates exclude Christmas, Hogmanay and Easter.

 

To enquire, for further information and availability please call our reservations team on +44 (0) 1540 661619 or by emailing hello@wildland.scot

 

The castle can be combined with other WildLand exclusive use properties to form a journey through the Highlands.

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