About this property
Indulge in a royal experience at the National Trust for Scotland-owned The Laird's Wing, an extension wing of the 16th century Brodie Castle. Flaunting fine art and antique furnishings, as well as being steeped in centuries of history, The Laird's Wing makes the perfect base to celebrate a family occasion in style. This outstanding three-storey property is the former home of the late Ninian Brodie, and keeps its traditional character throughout with original flagstone flooring, impressive stairs, parquet tiles and antique décor. Enjoy formal family dinners in the grand dining room, with plenty of space for your whole party to get together for delicious meals. Find the spacious kitchen/diner, equipped with antique crockery on a large Welsh dresser, accompanied by a range of useful appliances and additional dining seating for seven. Also found on the ground floor is a convenient cloakroom, as well as access to a shared courtyard. Make your way up to the first floor, home to the regal sitting room with plenty of seating, to enjoy a cup of tea with your loved ones, surrounded by antique paintings to admire where you can spend a quiet moment to yourself or where the little ones can find hours of entertainment. Be sure to utilise the first floor cocktail kitchen, offering awe-inspiring views of the lush gardens and fitted with a breakfast area, this space offers true tranquillity. After a day of exploring the grounds, settle in for a relaxing evening, taking your pick from one of the period bedrooms, which all benefit from pretty feature fireplaces, ample storage in antique dressers and various seating areas. Find a double and a twin on the first floor, whilst the second floor is home to two further doubles and three further twins. Prepare for the day in one of three bathrooms, allowing you to choose from a soothing bath or brisk shower. Take a scenic stroll along the castle grounds, indulging in peaceful walks throughout pretty gardens, lovely lakes and an adventure playground for the little ones. Experience the life of a laird at this magnificent property, The Laird's Wing, a once in a lifetime stay. Note: This property can be booked with Refs. 1060400, 1066474 and 1060408, together sleeping 26 guests.
Forres is a charming town steeped in history in the Scottish Highlands home to attractions including ancient monuments, castles, informative museums and lovely parks, as well as a range of shops, pubs, restaurants, two golf courses and the popular Malt Whisky Trail. Places worth visiting in the area include Culloden Battlefield, Cawdor and Brodie Castles, Findhorn Beach, Califer Hill Viewpoint, and more.
Accommodation
Over three floors.
Seven bedrooms: First-floor 1 x double, 1 x twin.
Second-floor 2 x double, 3 x twin.
Second-floor bathroom with bath, hand-held shower, basin and WC.
Bathroom with bath, two basins and WC.
Shower room with shower, two basins and WC.
Cloakroom with basin and WC.
Kitchen/diner.
First-floor cocktail kitchen.
Dining room.
First-floor sitting room.
Central heating.
Electric range cooker, oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, mini fridge, washing machine, dishwasher, TV with DVD player, WiFi, CD player, and a selection of books.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Travel cot and highchair available on request.
Off-road parking for two cars additional spaces for cars available in the main car park.
Electric vehicle charging points on-site in main castle car park.
Shared courtyard with seating and access to the shared castle grounds.
Two well-behaved dogs welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 4 miles, pub 0.7 miles.
Note: If you are bringing your dog on holiday, please bring a lead, basket and your dog’s bowls, please note that dogs are not allowed on beds or any of the furniture, you may like to bring an old towel to wipe muddy paws.
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Reviews (13)
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Esther
The number of public rooms was sufficient for a group of our size, although the reinstatement of the study would be appreciated. Our first point of contact, Jamie, was a pleasure to deal with - he was very welcoming and gave us an informative bespoke tour of the castle which we all very much enjoyed. The only minor criticism is that the kitchen would benefit from an extractor fan as the kitchen with open windows in the winter is very chilly.
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Gordon
We have family in the area, so combining a family get-together with the kids getting to live in a real castle for the week was an ideal opportunity. The Laird's wing is, as you would expect, steeped in history. It is a product of the many generations of Brodies (and now visitors) who have lived there. It may show signs of age, but it was spotlessly clean. The main kitchen on the ground is modern and ideally equipped to cater for large parties. It has modern fixtures and fittings, and fitted out to a professional standard. It has a large farmhouse style table with chairs and benches, perfect for early morning coffee, informal breakfasts and chats. The main dining room is accessed from the kitchen and is a wonderful entertaining space. The smaller kitchen/pantry on the first floor adjoining the drawing room is a convenient and warm space to do snacks and drinks. It also has a table and chairs with views across the gardens. We weren't able to use the study due to last minute changes, but the drawing room was spacious, comfortable, and big enough to accommodate everyone at the same time. The bedrooms are from a bygone age, but are spacious, comfortable and clean. They are individual, and full of character. Some of the beds (Blinkbonny in particular) were to die for! The four bathrooms were enough for a party of 14, but sharing was obviously essential. Castles weren't built with en suites in mind, but that's part of the charm and and the fun. Most importantly, especially for a winter trip like ours, the heating is modern and efficient and Brodie was warm and welcoming, as were the Trust staff. The invitation for the kids to meet Santa as part of the festivities was really appreciated, and both kids and adults enjoyed the experience. Santa was a marvel-who knew he was so well-bred! Lastly but not least, the grounds of Brodie are spacious and a perfect opportunity to walk off the essential over-indulgence of castle living. The play areas for kids are modern and well maintained, while in summer months, the Playful Garden plays home to Brodie's giant rabbit and so much more. Brodie is a marvel of Moray's rich history: a castle built over centuries, but still a family home. It was a pleasure to be part of it, if only for a week. If you've ever thought of seeing a different side of life-and history-then look no further than Brodie Castle. You won't regret it.
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David
Really enjoyed our stay