Lickleyhead Castle, Insch, Aberdeenshire

Scottish castle near Insch sleeping 16 with a games room and perfect for family celebrations and intimate wedding events

Holiday Rental for Groups of Families and Friends. Lickleyhead Castle, Insch, Aberdeenshire, sleeps 2 - 16 in 8 bedrooms.

Lickleyhead Castle in Aberdeenshire is a stunning grade A listed group accommodation venue. We offer luxury, exclusive use self-catering with the option of bringing in outside caterers. The entire castle, sleeping 16 (+ 2 children) across 8 bedrooms, can be yours. Alternatively you could have either the East Wing (sleeps 4), or the West Wing (sleeps 12). There is also the gardener's cottage in the grounds (sleeps 6) which brings the total number we can sleep up to 22 people.

Bedrooms
The bedrooms have been named for the prominent families and individuals who have lived here and styled to match the era of their occupation. Four bedrooms have en suites, the other four are close to the castle's many bathrooms. Each bedroom is special in its own way and no-one will be disappointed. The Laird's room, our master bedroom, has a private spiral staircase, and a beautifully carved four poster. The medieval styled Bartholf Room is reminiscent of scenes in Game of Thrones. The 17th century themed Forbes Room has a box bed!

Weddings
Micro-weddings with up to 30 guests are our speciality and we offer accommodation for up to 22 guests. The great hall, our teeny chapel, and the gardens are all possible locations to hold a ceremony. Lovely photograph spots include the ruined arch in the grounds.

Features
The castle boasts 2 usable fires, including in the great hall. We supply firewood for these to guests at no extra cost. There is complementary whisky, sherry and port in the great hall. The ante-room has a baby grand piano. The panelled 18th century dining room seats 16. Seating can be increased for special events. The kitchen is also large and has a working Aga as well as more modern cooking facilities. In the games room you can play table tennis, pool and darts as well as dressing up in castle themed clothes!

Cottage

The Gardener's Cottage has 3 bedrooms (sleeps 6), 2 bathrooms, a large kitchen/dining room and a comfy living room. It has its own private garden and barbecue area. 

Nearby
The area is famous for golf, hiking and, of course, whisky! The castle backs directly onto the mountain known as Bennachie and is close to the Grampians for skiing and exploration of the Highlands.