Carron Castle Scotland

A fairy-tale castle with coast and country views

Carron Castle in the Kingdom of Fife is everything you imagine a Scottish castle to be - and more. It’s a magnificent, Scottish Baronial chateau, where full-length family portraits, crystal chandeliers and four-poster beds set the scene for a memorable country escape.

An ancestral home, Carron Castle is first and foremost a grand but comfortable family home. With an elegant drawing room, historic library and welcoming sitting room, there’s space to socialise, with quiet corners too. Challenge your fellow guests to a game in the billiards room or settle in to the cinema room with Netflix to catch a film. Two grand pianos and an organ will delight the musicians, original fireplaces make winter days cosy, and there’s a bar for your evening whisky. Meanwhile, a country kitchen, a separate chef’s kitchen and a formal dining room make mealtimes special.

Head outside for a swim in the pool, a game of tennis, or a wander in the walled garden. The 1,500-acre estate meets the Tay estuary, where there’s a fire pit for private beach barbecues.

Further afield, while the golfers head off to one of the many golf clubs nearby, including St Andrews Old Course, others can hit the shops and museums in Dundee, Edinburgh or Perth. Or they can explore the estate, where red squirrels scamper through ancient woodlands and otters, seals and even the occasional sea eagle can be spotted down at the estuary.

Later, a four-poster bed awaits, along with king and super-king beds, two single rooms and a nursery for the children. Egyptian cotton bed linen, luxury ensuite or family bathrooms with bathrobes, and views across the estate all add up to restful nights.

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What we think

You can’t help but be seduced by the magnificent Carron Castle, nestled on its own private estate on the shores of the Firth of Tay. Feel history radiating from the walls, enjoy a host of activities on offer or simply relax in the wonderful surroundings.

Gareth, Big House Experience

Gallery

Highlights Grounds Living Spaces Kitchen and Dining Facilities Bedrooms Bathrooms All

Exterior

Drawing Room

Dining Room

Library

Kitchen Breakfast Room

Swimming Pool

Beech Bedroom

List of Bedrooms & Floor Plans (PDF)

What to Expect

We’ve tried to think about everything to make your stay at Carron Castle just perfect. In all of our big houses to rent, we provide all the essential features to cater for a large group. Here’s a list of all the practical provisions we have at the house. If there’s anything you can’t see here but need, just ask as we’ll see what we can do.

Welcome bar
Morning housekeeping
Complimentary 100% natural toiletries
Luxury Egyptian cotton bed linen, bath towels, bathrobes and pool towels
Well-equipped family kitchen with Aga and separate chef’s kitchen
Dining room table that seats up to 22 guests
Ballroom for larger parties and special events (dining capacity for up to 50 guests)
Free Wi-Fi
Bose portable sound system
Billiards room
Cinema room with 90" Smart TV and Netflix
Table tennis
Children’s playroom
Board games including chess and backgammon
Gym
Two grand pianos
Outdoor swimming pool (unheated - open beginning of June until end of August)
Tennis court and croquet lawn (equipment provided)
Private beach
Firepits for both beach and garden barbecues
1,500 acres of private estate, grounds and walled garden to explore
Driving range (additional charge of £200 including unlimited balls)
On-site activities including horse riding, fly fishing, falconry, whisky tasting, clay pigeon shooting, archery, Highland Games, Scottish Ceilidh, wildlife and woodland tours (additional charge)
Fully catered, serviced and wedding packages also available (please ask for details)

Location

Overlooking the Firth of Tay in north-east Fife, an hour’s drive from Edinburgh, Carron Castle is perfectly situated to explore both the Highlands and Lowlands of Scotland.

House FAQs

What are the check in and check out times?

Check in is at 4pm on the day of your arrival and check out is at 10am.
How many cars can park at the property?

There is plenty of space to park cars at the castle.
Are children welcome?

Children are very welcome at Carron Castle. One travel cot and two highchairs are available on request (please bring your own cot linen). Please note, parents should supervise children at all times due to the outdoor swimming pool and the proximity of the Firth of Tay.
Are pets allowed?

Up to two well-behaved dogs are acceptable only by prior arrangement with the castle manager (no extra charge). Dogs may be kept inside the castle on the ground floor and in certain areas of the castle only. A small, fenced yard is available at the rear of the property and is suitable for dogs.
Are stag and hen parties allowed?

Stag parties are not permitted at this property. Mature hen parties are sometimes permitted, but only with express permission from the property owner prior to booking. Please contact us to discuss.
How many guests can sit at the dining table?

The dining table in the formal dining room can seat up to 22 guests. The ballroom can be used for larger parties and special events and has a dining capacity for up to 50 guests.
Can you recommend any local places to eat out?

Yes, we'd recommend the following pubs and restaurants, all within 30 minutes' drive of the property (click on the links below):

Boat Brae, Newport-on-Tay

The View Restaurant, Newport-on-Tay

The Newport Restaurant, Newport-on-Tay

The Peat Inn, near St Andrews (Michelin starred)

Haar, St Andrews

The Grange Inn, St Andrews

The Seafood Ristorante, St Andrews

Slightly further afield:

The Cellar, Anstruther (Michelin starred) - 45 minute drive
What is the nearest train station?

The nearest train stations are Cupar (8 miles) or Leuchars (11 miles).
What is the nearest airport?

The nearest airports are Dundee (14 miles) or Edinburgh (47 miles).
Will you hold a damage deposit during our stay?

Yes, we ask to hold a cautionary deposit of £1,000 during your stay at Carron Castle. This is requested just two weeks prior to your stay, and is returned shortly after, assuming no damage to the property or its contents (see our Booking T&Cs for more information).
How do I book?

You can check availability and pricing and place your booking request online, or by calling our team on 01242 352 747.

When booking, we ask for a deposit of 33% of the total price, with the balance due 12 weeks prior to your stay (or the full balance when booking within 12 weeks of your stay).