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Aldourie Castle
Inverness, Inverness-shire, United Kingdom · Independent · Core Luxury
Aldourie Castle was founded in 1626 as a laird's house and evolved into its current Scottish Baronial form through significant 19th-century additions. The property has undergone meticulous restoration in recent years, including the revival of its original Victorian kitchen garden and the addition of a contemporary boathouse by Ptolemy Dean Architects. Since 2014, it has been part of the WildLand conservation project, serving as a private retreat dedicated to Highland hospitality and landscape restoration.
- 12 rooms
- Opened 1626
- Neighborhood: Lochend
About Aldourie Castle
- Aldourie Castle was founded in 1626 as a laird's house, later expanded into its current Scottish Baronial form during the 19th century.
- Since 2014 it has been part of the WildLand conservation project, with a contemporary boathouse added by Ptolemy Dean Architects.
History
Aldourie Castle was founded in 1626 as a laird's house and evolved into its current Scottish Baronial form through significant 19th-century additions. The property has undergone meticulous restoration in recent years, including the revival of its original Victorian kitchen garden and the addition of a contemporary boathouse by Ptolemy Dean Architects. Since 2014, it has been part of the WildLand conservation project, serving as a private retreat dedicated to Highland hospitality and landscape restoration.
Experiences
- The Boathouse — Boat-hull-shaped space moored in the shallows of Loch Ness, with a terrace facing the water at sundown.
- The Steadings — Curated, characterful spaces including a rustic dining room and a cobbled courtyard, designed for any occasion.
Amenities
- Exclusive use of 500-acre estate with private Loch Ness shoreline and jetty
- Fully staffed with in-house chefs, butler service, and daily housekeeping
- The Boathouse and Sauna Yurt for lochside relaxation and wild swimming
- Billiards Room, Library, and various characterful state rooms for hosting
- Activities including archery, clay pigeon shooting, and guided boat tours
- Restored Victorian walled garden and grounds designed by Tom Stuart-Smith
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