Drumkilbo House
24
Sleeps 24 / From £4,285 per week
Drumkilbo House is a historic manor house available on an exclusive basis for your family holiday or house party.
Drumkilbo House is a house overflowing with history. The first recorded owner of Drumkilbo was King Robert the Bruce and in the more recent past frequented by the royal family. Drumkilbo is available to let on a self-catered, exclusive use basis.
Just an hour’s drive from Edinburgh Airport, Drumkilbo is a private family home, and the informal look and feel of the interior of the House reflects this. The House is offered for your exclusive use and you are invited to regard it as your home during your stay. Ideal for large family groups and celebrations.
The present house incorporates the remains of a fortified tower dating from the 13th century.
Over the centuries the house has been extended and more recently in 1953, the 17th Baron Elphinstone, a cousin of HM The Queen, acquired the Estate. He was responsible for establishing the majority of the planting that is seen in the gardens today. He also wished to entertain his royal relations more comfortably and a new wing, incorporating the Royal Apartments, was added in 1963.
Drumkilbo House is set amidst sixteen acres of landscaped grounds containing many fine mature specimen trees, azalea and rhododendron walks, a walled garden, terraces and a croquet lawn.
Weekly Rental 2025
Low Season: From £4,285 per week
Mid-Season: From £4,785 per week
Peak Rate: From £5,295 per week
Christmas 2025 and New Year 2025/6: £6,300 per week
Weekend bookings/shorter rentals will be accepted in Low and Mid-Season only, rate on request.
Accommodation
Lorimer drawing room: Large elegant drawing room featuring a beautiful marble fireplace surround gifted to Lord Elphinstone by HM The Queen Mother.
The large, perfectly proportioned Dining Room can seat up to 26 guests.
Writing room
Sitting room: The large sitting room features a splendid bay window with comfortable seating overlooking the formal garden.
Library
Billiards room
Well-equipped kitchen newly installed in 2018.
Dishwasher x 2
Fridges x 3
Freezer x 2
Washing machine
Tumble dryer
TV and video
Cot and highchair
Facilities
Billiards room
Excellent golfing area
Linen and towels included
All fuel and power included
Sorry – no pets
The outdoor pool is heated from June through to the beginning of September. Guests must supply their own towels
By arrangement
Cook and assistant – Should you require catering during your stay at Drumkilbo this should be provided via one of Drumkilbo’s nominated chefs.
Bedrooms
5 x twin
6 x double
2 x single
4 en suite bathrooms / shower rooms
4 shared bathrooms / shower rooms
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