The Lady Maxwell Room at Buittle Castle

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Scored 9
Rated wonderful

Staff

9.7

About this property

Spacious Accommodations: The Lady Maxwell Room at Buittle Castle in Castle Douglas offers spacious rooms with private bathrooms, garden views, and modern amenities. Dining Experience: Guests can enjoy local cuisine in a traditional restaurant setting, with vegetarian, gluten-free, and dairy-free options available. Relaxation Facilities: The property features a hot tub, outdoor seating area, and picnic spots, providing relaxation and leisure options. Convenient Location: Located 8.1 mi from Rockcliffe, 14 mi from Dumfries and Galloway Golf Club, and 57 mi from Glasgow Prestwick Airport. Nearby attractions include Caerlaverock Castle and Dumfries and County Golf Club. Guest Favorites: Guests highly rate the castles, breakfast provided by the property, and the friendly host.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Free Wifi
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Nikki
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Absolutely loved my stay. I had just had my last day at work and needed somewhere to chill and reflect. It was just that. My room was amazing and my bed comfy. The breakfast was amazing and the personal interaction with the host was great. Highly...”
Dawna
United States United States
“This place was great! Toby was an EXCEPTIONAL host and was so nice and accommodating. The breakfast in the great hall was such a unique and fun experience. Seeing the Chapel which dates back to medieval times was amazing. The old style keys...”
Julia
Australia Australia
“I loved everything about this place the location, the decoration in the room and the Castle Tower and the gardens, the experience of eating breakfast in the tower being able to walk down to the river and along the river, and having a real sense of...”
Fimbres
United States United States
“We had the best time staying here! The rooms are clean and comfortable. Tobias was incredibly attentive and welcoming. We also had dinner and it was amazing! We would definitely stay again.”
Lola907
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“I had a great stay. Warmly welcomed by the host. The bed in the Lady Maxwell room is extremely comfortable with good quality linen so I slept very well. Breakfast was served in the room by the host, as I had my dog staying with me, and it was...”
Estelle
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Set in a beautiful location, this unique property is undergoing renovation which is ongoing and has been done very tastefully. The room is spacious, yet cosy with a big comfy bed. The host was very welcoming with great communication beforehand and...”
Susan
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Beautiful location. Loved being able to walk around and explore the venue. The work carried out on the property and garden was fantastic and to a high standard. The room was very cosy and the bed was very comfortable with good quality bed linen....”
K
United States United States
“Tobias is a friendly host. We did arrive a couple of hours later than expected but he still was there to greet us with a smile.”
Lesley
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“It is truly magical. Set in rolling hills sits this ancient site, now a comfortable castle, the guest areas having been carefully and sensitively restored by the hosts. Our room was beautifully designed and curated. We slept so well in a...”
Kenny
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The welcome we received was very warm and friendly, the history of the castle was amazing and the dining room (hall) and food were excellent.”

Host Info

9.7
Host Review Score
2026- Newly Updated with a Four Poster Bed- Beautifully appointed, the Lady Maxwell Room at Buittle Castle offers the experience of staying in a working, privately owned Scottish castle. The room is on the ground floor, with its own private access to the courtyard (with one step) and its own ensuite bathroom with shower. Full Scottish Cooked or Lighter Continental breakfast is included. Gluten-free and vegetarian options are also available. Please let us know of any dietary requirements ahead of time. We aim to offer guests a true country house experience.
Buittle Castle is located in a rural setting, about 1.5 miles from Dalbeattie. In the heart of Dumfries and Galloway, Buittle is the ideal place to stay for quick access to many of the region's attractions, whether our guests are nature lovers, avid cyclists, history enthusiasts, or just want a quiet getaway.
Languages spoken: German,English,French

Area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Restaurant #1
  • Cuisine
    Local
  • Open for
    Breakfast
  • Ambience
    Traditional
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Amenities of The Lady Maxwell Room at Buittle Castle

Great facilities! Review score, 8.7

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Free Wifi
  • Breakfast

House rules

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Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Free!Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
Cards accepted at this property
VisaMastercard Cash is not accepted
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform The Lady Maxwell Room at Buittle Castle of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

License number: DG01553F, E

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