Scottish Coasts & Castles

Scottish Coasts & Castles

6 Days, 5 Nights Dinner, Bed & Breakfast

Sunday 8th August 2027 - Friday 13th August 2027.

 

1x Night at Holiday Inn Preston

2x Nights at Park Hotel Montrose

2x Nights at Glenburn Hotel, Rothesay, Isle of Bute

 

Visiting / Excursions Included,

- The House of Dun

- Glamis Castle

- Mount Stuart

- Isle of Brute

- Ferry Crossing Rothesay to Wemyss Bay

 

Imagine exploring Scotland, travelling from one coast to the other and stopping at some of its most famous

and historic castles!

 

Price from (Per Person)

Single Occupancy Room £899 pp

Sharing at Double or Twin Room £789 pp

Deposit £60pp - Full balance payment by at least 60 days prior, T&C Apply.

 

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The House of Dun

Built for David Erskine, 13th Laird of Dun, and designed in the Palladian style by renowned architect William

Adam, House of Dun is the perfect example of a Georgian mansion house.

Work began in 1730. Taking 13 years to complete, the attention to detail and style can be seen in the smallest

features. The breathtaking plasterwork by Joseph Enzer dominates the main Saloon of the house. Depicting

both classical scenes and family emblems, it magnified the importance of the Erskine family for guests to

admire.

 

Throughout the house, the fine family furnishings are enhanced by the masterful embroidery and woolwork of

Lady Augusta Fitzclarence, daughter of William IV and the actress Dorothy Jordan. Enjoy some of their

fascinating family stories brought to life by our costumed guides.

Downstairs, you can experience the sounds and smells of a Georgian kitchen and see how the house was

at the forefront of technology, with its labour-saving clockwork spit. Isabella the cook will welcome you

inside and share some stories from the household staff.

 

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Glamis Castle

Glamis has been the ancestral seat to the Earls of Strathmore and Kinghorne since King Robert II granted

the Thanage of Glamis to Sir John Lyon in 1372.

The Castle as we know it today was built from the 1400s and has been on a grand journey through Scottish

history for over 650 years. Once host to Mary, Queen of Scots, Glamis is said to have inspired one of

Shakespeare’s most famous plays, Macbeth. Glamis also has a deep connection to today’s Royal Family as

it was the childhood home of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother and birthplace of HRH

Princess Margaret.

 

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Mount Stuart

A remarkable architectural feat. An enlightening visit.

Mount Stuart’s architectural journey is a story in itself. The original house was built in 1719, but was

severely damaged by fire in 1877. Most of the contents survived, along with the wings of the building. These

were incorporated into the house you see today, which was built in the late 19th century. The Georgian

architecture of the wings presents a striking contrast to the otherwise Victorian design, providing a

completely unique architectural blend. Taking a moment to absorb the sheer beauty of the building is an

unforgettable part of the Mount Stuart experience. And that’s before you’ve stepped through the door.

Inside, design inspired by astrology, art and mythology dazzles. See a map of the stars on the ceiling of the

Marble Hall. This house is filled with innovations – from an early telephone system to our Victorian

passenger lift.

 

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Isle of Brute

Bute is perhaps the most accessible of Argyll’s islands. Thanks to this, and a balmy climate, it has been a

popular holiday spot for well over a century. Rothesay, Bute’s chief town, is a seaside resort brimming with

character, cafés and good old-fashioned shops. Follow the coastal road south, and you’ll find Mount Stuart,

a spectacular palace set amid acres of woodland.

 

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GLENBURN HOTEL

Set in a prime elevated position atop terraced gardens, the 3 star Glenburn Hotel commands fabulous

views, overlooking Rothesay Bay and the Cowal Peninsula. Originally constructed in 1892 as a

hydrotherapy retreat.

The hotel features 134 comfortable guest bedrooms, which vary in size and shape. The hotel is able to offer

3 true single rooms. There are a limited number of step-in showers which are on a request basis with

majority of the bedrooms having shower over the bath. There are four bedrooms that do have stairs up to

the bathroom (shower over bath). The Glenburn Hotel does not have any bedrooms on the ground floor. To

guarantee specific room types, they

must be requested and are subject to availability.

The hotel has a lovely bar, lounge area with wood panelling in keeping with the Victorian style of the hotel

and a spacious restaurant. All our guests will receive full Scottish breakfast and table d’hote or carvery

dinner comprising 3 courses with a minimum of 3 choices per course, plus tea/coffee to finish.

MOBILITY: Until further notice, the main entrance into the hotel is through a side door where there are 14

stone steps with a hand rail down the middle of the flight but no rails to the side. There is no ramp access

and no other access leading to the hotel entrance and could be challenging for those with walking

difficulties and is not suitable for wheelchair access. Due to the historical nature of the hotel, there is a lift

that does serve all the bedrooms however, guests will encounter steps/small flights of stairs (e.g max 6

steps) along the corridors.

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PARK HOTEL MONTROSE

The 3 star Park Hotel is located in the quiet Mid Links area of Montrose just a few minutes’ walk from the

High Street and a beautiful beach. A great location for exploring the Montrose Air Station Heritage Centre,

Montrose Basin Wildlife Reserve and House of Dun. Glamis Castle is 40 minutes away. Dundee, which

offers attractions like the V&A Museum of Design, Captain Scott’s Antarctic exploration ship RRS Discovery

and Verdant Works is a 45 minute drive away.

With 52 comfortable, well appointed rooms with a variety of sized rooms over all 3 floors. There are no

accessible rooms, but the hotel can offer a shower seat and toilet riser. 8 ground, 7 first and 5 second floor

rooms have step in showers. The single rooms are actual singles at Park Hotel. To guarantee specific room

types, they must be requested and are subject to availability.

There's a welcoming lounge bar and brasserie style restaurant with ample comfortable seating. Also, there

is a smaller lounge area with sofas to relax and unwind. Plus two nights in-house entertainment on 2nd and

3rd night of a four-night stay. Set in its own well-maintained gardens, seating is available for the better

weather.

MOBILITY: There is no lift at the hotel. Flat reception entrance into the foyer.