Stay in Castle: Royal Apartment on Seaside Estate
Castle in Portpatrick, United Kingdom
- 10 guests
- 5 bedrooms
- 6 beds
- 5 baths
Hosted by Dunskey
- Superhost
- 11 years hosting
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Beautiful area
This home is in a scenic location.
The Royal Apartment has 5 bedrooms and 5 ensuite bathrooms. 4 bedrooms have king sized double beds, 1 bedroom have two single beds.
One of the double bedrooms is on the ground floor, the other four bedrooms on the 2nd floor. The living room is on the first floor.
The space
Traditional vintage charm combines with boutique flair inside, with many secret spots to sit and absorb the tranquil grounds. Every effort has been made to preserve original features of the Castle, including the stripped-back blond hardwood floor, and the art deco spiral stairs case from a Glaswegian company at the height of its industrial heyday. History buffs will particularly delight at the original furniture, art works and artifacts dotted throughout the space.
With its triple-floor loft style, the apartment will appeal to those with passion for architecture and history. Persian rugs cover the gorgeous reclaimed wood floor, original to the Castle. An arcadia mural stands prominently in the living room and family space. Mid-century leather sofa and gold coffee table, alongside leather rocking chairs and an electric, but realistic, fire place will make sure you lounge in true Mad-Men style. A modern kitchen recently refurbished in blue and breakfast bar will encourage lengthy lingerings alongside poached eggs. There is a large dining table with comfortable chairs for at least 10 people.
Five bedrooms make slumberous havens. Plush wall-to-wall carpets are throughout the top floor, alongside four ensuite bathrooms. The fifth bedroom is on the ground floor and has a wooden floor. The collection of beds in the apartment is definitely something to write home about: Italianate canopy bed, 18th-century antique mahogany single beds, linen-upholstered and brass-studded rococo bed, and the grand colonial style reclaimed wood bed will ensure the sweetest sleeps.
Historic Edwardian castle estate in the heart of picturesque Portpatrick. 2000 acres of glen walks, forests, beaches, lochs, gardens and waterfalls to explore. The Castle Apartment is completely self-contained with its own private courtyard and entrance.
The walled garden with its glass house is a romantic and peaceful retreat on the estate. Two lochs nestle into the hills and rhododendron banks. Wander along the glen walk past a rushing waterfall, and a babbling brook, to the two beaches to spot dolphins and seals. Dunskey Golf Course and the picturesque Portpatrick Harbour is two minutes away. Fishing expeditions from the beaches or on our two lochs are available. Pheasant shooting and deer stalking are also available upon request.
We will be available to assist in any way we can throughout your stay.
Portpatrick Village has a public tennis court, putting green, golf course, beaches, and many restaurants. It is a very family-friendly destination.
Parking is available throughout the estate, including the drive down the beach. A car is highly recommended for the area.
Wellies are highly recommended for the walks around the grounds.
Guest access
The 2000-acre Dunskey Estate is your private pleasure ground. You'll roam freely and will typically encounter no one during your stay in this truly hidden and magnificent gem in Scotland.
Other things to note
FOR CANCELLATIONS:
Full refund for cancellations made within 48 hours of booking, if the check-in date is at least 14 days away.
25% refund for cancellations made at least 21 days before check-in.
No refunds for cancellations made within 21 days of check-in.
FOR BOOKING MODIFICATIONS:
A one-time complimentary change of date can be made if the check-in date is more than 90 days away. The cost of the nightly rate will remain the same as the original booking OR the cost of the nightly rate for the newly requested dates or newly requested property, whichever is higher.
If the check-in date is less than 90 days away, a 170gbp fee is applied to the modification request. The cost of the nightly rate will remain the same as the original booking OR the cost of the nightly rate for the newly requested dates or newly requested property, whichever is higher.
We are unable to accommodate any change of date or change of property if the check-in date is less than 21 days away.
We carry out a deep cleaning process for allergen removal for every booking with pets. The cost is 60gbp / stay for up to two pets. This is added to your guest bill that is sent to you upon departure.
One of the double bedrooms is on the ground floor, the other four bedrooms on the 2nd floor. The living room is on the first floor.
The space
Traditional vintage charm combines with boutique flair inside, with many secret spots to sit and absorb the tranquil grounds. Every effort has been made to preserve original features of the Castle, including the stripped-back blond hardwood floor, and the art deco spiral stairs case from a Glaswegian company at the height of its industrial heyday. History buffs will particularly delight at the original furniture, art works and artifacts dotted throughout the space.
With its triple-floor loft style, the apartment will appeal to those with passion for architecture and history. Persian rugs cover the gorgeous reclaimed wood floor, original to the Castle. An arcadia mural stands prominently in the living room and family space. Mid-century leather sofa and gold coffee table, alongside leather rocking chairs and an electric, but realistic, fire place will make sure you lounge in true Mad-Men style. A modern kitchen recently refurbished in blue and breakfast bar will encourage lengthy lingerings alongside poached eggs. There is a large dining table with comfortable chairs for at least 10 people.
Five bedrooms make slumberous havens. Plush wall-to-wall carpets are throughout the top floor, alongside four ensuite bathrooms. The fifth bedroom is on the ground floor and has a wooden floor. The collection of beds in the apartment is definitely something to write home about: Italianate canopy bed, 18th-century antique mahogany single beds, linen-upholstered and brass-studded rococo bed, and the grand colonial style reclaimed wood bed will ensure the sweetest sleeps.
Historic Edwardian castle estate in the heart of picturesque Portpatrick. 2000 acres of glen walks, forests, beaches, lochs, gardens and waterfalls to explore. The Castle Apartment is completely self-contained with its own private courtyard and entrance.
The walled garden with its glass house is a romantic and peaceful retreat on the estate. Two lochs nestle into the hills and rhododendron banks. Wander along the glen walk past a rushing waterfall, and a babbling brook, to the two beaches to spot dolphins and seals. Dunskey Golf Course and the picturesque Portpatrick Harbour is two minutes away. Fishing expeditions from the beaches or on our two lochs are available. Pheasant shooting and deer stalking are also available upon request.
We will be available to assist in any way we can throughout your stay.
Portpatrick Village has a public tennis court, putting green, golf course, beaches, and many restaurants. It is a very family-friendly destination.
Parking is available throughout the estate, including the drive down the beach. A car is highly recommended for the area.
Wellies are highly recommended for the walks around the grounds.
Guest access
The 2000-acre Dunskey Estate is your private pleasure ground. You'll roam freely and will typically encounter no one during your stay in this truly hidden and magnificent gem in Scotland.
Other things to note
FOR CANCELLATIONS:
Full refund for cancellations made within 48 hours of booking, if the check-in date is at least 14 days away.
25% refund for cancellations made at least 21 days before check-in.
No refunds for cancellations made within 21 days of check-in.
FOR BOOKING MODIFICATIONS:
A one-time complimentary change of date can be made if the check-in date is more than 90 days away. The cost of the nightly rate will remain the same as the original booking OR the cost of the nightly rate for the newly requested dates or newly requested property, whichever is higher.
If the check-in date is less than 90 days away, a 170gbp fee is applied to the modification request. The cost of the nightly rate will remain the same as the original booking OR the cost of the nightly rate for the newly requested dates or newly requested property, whichever is higher.
We are unable to accommodate any change of date or change of property if the check-in date is less than 21 days away.
We carry out a deep cleaning process for allergen removal for every booking with pets. The cost is 60gbp / stay for up to two pets. This is added to your guest bill that is sent to you upon departure.
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Rated 4.97 out of 5 from 79 reviews.
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Portpatrick
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From the host
You're not simply staying in a Castle: you are staying on one of the most beautiful spots on the planet. Dunskey Estate boasts two waterfalls, two lochs, and three beaches, with the most magnificent walks along the craggy Scottish coastline. This pleasure ground will be completely yours to explored, including a private walled garden and a maze. You will have the time of your life, I promise.
Meet your host
Speaks English and French
Lives in Portpatrick, United Kingdom
We are a small but mighty team with our hearts set on sharing with you the most glorious hidden gem in this rural corner of Scotland: Dunskey, a 2000-acre estate by the sea, where world-class heritage meets modern splendour, surrounded by secret gardens and endless wonders.
Everything we do is rooted in our three values: compassion, innovation, and transformation. We strongly believe that the first steps towards spectacular hospitality is taking care of our team and environments. Here, you'll meet the incredible Dunskey stewards who sincerely wish to share with you the joy, beauty, and warmth in all that we do. Most significantly, you will find extraordinary thoughtfulness in every moment of your journey here.
We are also a feministic company with a laser focus on sustainability. We use re-fillable products wherever possible. Our heating system is nearly at 100% sourced from renewable energy. We compost 100% of our food waste, and our water comes from a fresh spring. We continuously strive to do more and do better.
Our ongoing other projects include policy advocacy in immigration and anti-human trafficking, working on turning out the votes in America and fighting against voter suppression laws. Seeking social and racial justice is a constant, though sometimes painful, anchor in our lives. We would like everyone to read the two novels, The Overstory, by Richard Powers, and, Ministry for the Future by Kim Stanley Robinson. When not heartened by the possibility of collective action to address climate change, we like to cook a ton-load of Vietnamese beef noodle soup and plot the next magic mushroom trail on the Estate.
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