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# Machermore Castle

A riverside Scottish castle retreat where travelers can fish the River Cree, stroll private paths, and access nearby golf courses after exploring history.

## Photo gallery for Machermore Castle

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- Overview
- Rooms
- Location
- Policies

Machermore Castle, dating to 1100AD, offers a peaceful getaway by the river. Guests can explore beautiful grounds with private walking paths, fish on the River Cree, or visit the gym after a round at a nearby golf course.

## Popular amenities

- Pet-friendly
- Free Wi-Fi
- Gym
- Parking available
- Laundry room
- Kitchen

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## About the area

Located in Newton Stewart, this castle is in a rural area and on a river. Torhouse Stone Circle and Cairn Holy Chambered Cairn are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Blackcraig Wood and Clatteringshaws Loch. Travelling with kids? Consider Laggan Outdoor and Cally Gardens. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Newton Stewart travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Newton-Stewart.dx182806)

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### What's nearby

- ![Port Of Larne roundabout and Harbour highway Co Antrim Northern Ireland 02-02-2023](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634001357335/b17ab6a3-4761-41ab-bcc8-f7d7c113023f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high)  
Cairnryan Port  
39 min drive \- 34.2 miles
- Blackcraig Wood  
3 min drive \- 1.7 miles
- 7stanes - Kirroughtree  
8 min drive \- 3.1 miles
- Galloway Forest Park  
22 min drive \- 15.6 miles
- Cairnryan Stena Line Terminal  
43 min drive \- 36.3 miles

### Getting around

- Barrhill Station  
28 min drive
- Glasgow (PIK-Prestwick)  
102 min drive

### Restaurants

- Laird's Inn  
11 min drive
- Rendezvous Cafe  
12 min drive
- The Ploughman Inn  
12 min drive
- Creebridge Inn  
4 min drive
- brew ha ha!  
4 min drive

## About this property

### Machermore Castle

Family-friendly castle by the river 

You can look forward to a garden, an arcade/games room and laundry facilities at Machermore Castle. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a gym. 

Other perks include: 

- Outdoor furniture, books and barbecues
- Games and smoke-free property

Room features 

All guest rooms at Machermore Castle offer thoughtful touches, such as fireplaces and separate dining areas, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and desk chairs. 

More conveniences in all rooms include: 

- Highchairs and children's dinnerware
- Showers, hairdryers and soap
- Outdoor lighting, separate dining areas and kitchens

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## Property amenities

### Internet

- Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
- Available in some public areas: Internet access

### Things to do

- Arcade/game room
- Books
- Games
- Gym

### Conveniences

- Laundry facilities

### Outdoors

- Barbecue grill
- Garden
- On a river
- Outdoor furniture

### More

- Note from host: Allowed outside the property in the smoking areas.
- Smoke-free property

## Room amenities

### Bedroom

- Bedsheets provided

### Bathroom

- Hair dryer
- Shower
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided

### Entertainment

- Smart TV

### Food and drink

- Blender
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dining table
- Dishwasher
- Electric kettle
- Hob
- Ice maker
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Oven
- Paper towels
- Refrigerator
- Separate dining area
- Toaster

### More

- Desk
- Desk chair
- Fireplace
- Heating
- Iron/ironing board
- Living room
- Phone
- Safe
- Washing machine

## Policies

### Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM 

Contactless check-in and check-out are available 

Minimum check-in age - 21 

### Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

### Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions 

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools 

### Pets

Pets are allowed

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

1 total (up to 25 kg per pet)

### Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

### Events

No events allowed 

### Smoking

Smoking is not permitted 

Allowed outside the property in the smoking areas.

## Important information

### You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 

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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector 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 

If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

### We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

### Property is also known as

Vrbo Property

Machermore Estate

Machermore Castle Estate Castle

Machermore Castle Estate Newton Stewart

Machermore Castle Estate Castle Newton Stewart

## Frequently asked questions

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## Reviews

9.8

### Exceptional

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