10/10 Excellent
James G.
11 Sept 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Best Place I’ve Ever Stayed
James G.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Historic Fairytale Lickleyhead Castle
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Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Popular amenities
- Parking available
- Hot tub
- Kitchen
- Pet-friendly
- Free WiFi
Explore the area
Insch, Aberdeenshire
- Bennachie Centre15 min drive
- The Hunter's Moon2 min drive
- Insch Station14 min drive
- Aberdeen (ABZ)41 min drive
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The price is NZ$232
NZ$232
for 1 night
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan
About the area
Insch
Located in Insch, this castle is on the waterfront, within a 10-minute drive of Insch Connection Museum and Insch Library. .This family-friendly castle is 3.2 mi (5.2 km) from Insch War Memorial Hospital and 3.4 mi (5.4 km) from Insch Meadows Wildlife Area.
What's nearby
- Bennachie Centre - 15 min drive
- Haughton Country Park - 17 min drive
- Castle Fraser - 26 min drive
- Aberdeen Royal Infirmary - 36 min drive
- Union Square Shopping Centre - 38 min drive
Getting around
- Insch Station - 14 min drive
- Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) - 41 min drive
Restaurants
- Kellockbank Country Emporium - 10 min drive
- Morgan McVeighs - 12 min drive
- The Alford Bistro - 16 min drive
- Great WALL - 16 min drive
- Fast Frys - 6 min drive
About this property
Historic Fairytale Lickleyhead Castle
Lickleyhead Castle is a luxury, exclusive use group accommodation venue. We now host weddings. Contact the management to find out more. Lickleyhead is a Grade A listed historic building from the 16th century. It can accommodate up to 16 adults, 2 children and 3 dogs. Despite it's grandeur the castle feels very much like a home with 2 working fireplaces. The smell of woodsmoke greets you as you climb the stone staircase. Outside, the sound of running water and abundant birdlife combine to provide an atmosphere of peace, calm and tranquility.
Each of the bedrooms have been styled to reflect the period of former owner's of note. This includes our 17th century box bedroom which has proven to be a great favourite with our guests and the Victorian nursery on the very top floor. The castle grounds which are exciting to explore, extend to 11 acres, with 2 burns (streams), rope swings to discover, not to mention a ruined archway and a bird hide. We are also situated on the lower slopes of Bennachie which of course means plenty of wonderful walks from the doorstep.
The whole building will be yours!
Each of the bedrooms have been styled to reflect the period of former owner's of note. This includes our 17th century box bedroom which has proven to be a great favourite with our guests and the Victorian nursery on the very top floor. The castle grounds which are exciting to explore, extend to 11 acres, with 2 burns (streams), rope swings to discover, not to mention a ruined archway and a bird hide. We are also situated on the lower slopes of Bennachie which of course means plenty of wonderful walks from the doorstep.
The whole building will be yours!
There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a Smart television is provided for your entertainment. The bathroom has a bathtub and a hair dryer. Conveniences include a phone, as well as a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as a spa tub or take in the view from a garden. This castle also features an arcade/game room and barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.
Property manager
James Davies
Languages
English
Property amenities
Internet
- Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
- Available in some public areas: Internet access
Things to do
- Arcade/games room
- Cycling
- Billiards/pool table
- Playground
- A hot tub
- Table tennis
Guest services
- Housekeeping (on request)
Outdoors
- BBQ grill(s)
- Beach loungers
- Firepit
- Garden
- Outdoor furniture
Accessibility
- If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
- This property does not have any lifts
- Area rugs in public areas
- Cobblestone flooring in public areas
- Hardwood flooring in public areas
- 2 steps to reach property
- Thin carpet in public areas
- Tile flooring in public areas
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
More
- Books
- Comprehensive recycling policy
- Designated smoking areas
- Games
Room amenities
Bedroom
- Bed sheets
- Heating
- Sofa bed
Bathroom
- 6.5 bathrooms
- Bath
- Hairdryer
- Shampoo
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels
Entertainment
- Smart TV
Food and drink
- Blender
- Coffee/tea maker
- Coffee grinder
- Cookware/dishes/utensils
- Dining room
- Dining table
- Dishwasher
- Electric kettle
- Kitchen
- Kitchen island
- Lobster/crab pot
- Microwave
- Oven
- Paper towels
- Fridge
More
- Fireplace
- Iron/ironing board
- Phone
- Recycling
- Washing machine
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
4 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 30
Note from host: Actively encouraging weddings, experienced hosts
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number AS-00426-P
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Property is also known as
Vrbo Property
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Historic Fairytale Lickleyhead Castle Reviews
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Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Michael S.
19 Jun 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Whisky and golf base camp
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Lickleyhead! We started our stay with some extras arranged with the help of James: archery, a catered banquet, and a whisky tasting. The setting for each was perfect.
We mainly used the place as a base for other activities. In retrospect, it would have been better to leave more time to enjoy the castle and explore the grounds. There were 10 of us, which seemed like a good number for the space. Everything was well equipped and clean. As you would expect in a structure hundreds of years old, water pressure in the lower floor bathrooms is much better than the top floors. But this was more than offset by the character and charm of all of the bedrooms. Our main hangout area was the great hall, which had a massive fireplace. There were plenty of other places to relax; we just didn’t use them.
We would definitely stay again!
Michael S.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
10/10 Excellent
Maria M.
19 May 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Fun with Friends at Lickleyhead
A group of friends had a shared dream of a Scottish Stay with whisky tours and Highland games. Lickleyhead Castle exceeded our expectations. James and Kathy were extremely accommodating and helpful in fulfilling our dream!
Maria M.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022