Guests say
Guests have enjoyed the unique and authentic castle experience at the Symbister Suite, praising its spaciousness, tasteful decoration, and historical charm. The on-site cafe and friendly staff add to the pleasant stay, with special mentions of homemade scones and a comfortable four-poster bed. While some noted the suite can be chilly and the furnishings tired, the overall sentiment is positive with many looking forward to returning.
Reviews consistently mention the suite being clean and well-kept, contributing to a comfortable and enjoyable stay.
The property is appreciated for its beautiful grounds and proximity to nature, with easy access to local shops in Turriff, enhancing the location's appeal.
The suite is generally found to be comfortable with a home-like feel, though some guests experienced issues with the cold due to the lack of central heating.
Facilities are adequate with a well-stocked kitchen, but some guests noted missing items and suggested improvements in heating and maintenance.
Guests have mentioned thoughtful touches like homemade scones upon arrival, though it's important to note that such personal gestures may vary and are not guaranteed.
About this property
Where better to relax after a a day exploring Turrif and the surrounding area, than in a castle? Delgatie’s shared historic grounds are yours to embrace.. All on the
First Floor:
Living room: (No TV), Electric Woodburner
Kitchen/dining room: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Washing Machine
Bedroom 1: Four Poster Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bedroom 3: Single (3ft) Bed
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, No Toilet
Separate Toilet..
Heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Cot and highchair available on request. . Garden area with BBQ (private). Enclosed lawned area (shared). Use of estate grounds (shared). Private parking. No smoking. Please note: There is a small, unfenced pool in the garden, 100 yards away.. Delgatie Castle sits peacefully amid fields and forests, on a large country estate. It has a long and chequered history, dating back from 1050 and was once home to the late Captain Hay - a feudal baron. Now open to the public, the castle provides a wealth of interest for visitors, plus the opportunity to sample delicious home baking in the cosy tea room. Symbister Suite is located in the north wing of the castle, and has, as you would expect, all the style and ambience of a real stately home. Turriff, 3 miles, is home to a host of activities and interests. River fishing, with brown trout and salmon both available at cost. You can play golf on any of the several 18-hole courses in the area, or enjoy some time on a boating lake or even a putting green. Alternatively, play tennis, bowls, or go riding or shooting. Try the indoor sports and swimming pool complex. Nearby there are stately homes and castles to explore, museums and heritage centres, picturesque coastal villages, nature reserves and colourful parks, as well as famous distilleries. Advance grocery service available on request.
Symbister Suite can be booked together with Hayfield (ref UK35890) to accommodate up to 11 guests.
Free WiFi
The banister/balustrade height of this property is less than 1m and the gaps between the spindles are more than 10cm.
There is a water feature/pond on the grounds of this property.
There is limited internet signal and/or mobile reception at the property.
Letting licence no.: AS01301F
Reviews (15)
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Confirmed Guest
What a place to stay.Joan is so lovely and has clearly put so much into looking after it.The castle is definitely a unique place to stay, rich in local history, and so spacious. We did not expect the suite to be as large as it was. It is well furnished and tastefully decorated to suite it's location.The award winning cafe down in the main area of the castle was brilliant, so even though there is a well stocked and full functioning kitchen, you can pop down for a bite to eat.The staff in the castle are brilliant and so friendly.I think the only thing that could improve it would be the heating.The castle is not modern by any means, so there is no central heating. Which is fine and completely understandable.The rooms are heated by several oil and electrical heaters. Keeps the suite warm, but due to cold temperatures and high ceilings it was certainly got a little chilly at points since we were there in winter, but not to the extent that it made our stay uncomfortable.There are 2 beautiful fireplaces that would be ideal for having a log burners installed and would certainly contribute to heating up the space and would not take away from the style of the place.Would this stop me from coming again? Not in the slightest. This was truly a wonderful place to stay. We will certainly be back again.
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Confirmed Guest
Spent a lovely few days . All staff were very friendly a d helpful. Food at the cafe was excellent. Will be back.
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Emily
A very unique stay and very beautiful. We were able to walk around the grounds and castle. Can get a little noisy with high winds, but the rooms stayed warm and comfortable.