This 17th-century castle, once a religious retreat, is an impressive property from first sight: its gray, stone walls and traditional parapet roof loom above the surrounding woodland with warming light from within providing a glow from the many tall windows.
Inside, the wooden floors, high ceilings and sweeping staircase in the entrance hall give way to an intimate library lined with wood panels and display cabinets holding antique, leather-bound books. The wood-furnished bar leads off from here, while The Stewart Room opposite serves afternoon tea in a handsome space with light, comfortable decor. The Baillie Room serves a set lunch menu and either an à la carte or a tasting menu for dinner.
Each of the nine rooms is individually styled and named after one of the previous owners. Classically elegant with antique furniture, heavy fabrics and period-style wallpaper, they blend the grand proportions and rich styling of the past with modern technology and thoughtful touches.
The castle is located about 20 to 30 minutes’ drive southeast of central Glasgow, and a half hour’s drive from Glasgow airport.
OUR OPINION:
This impressive property has been authentically furnished throughout and we think it provides excellent service in a historic setting along with comfortable, beautiful rooms.
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Rooms
Each of the nine en suite rooms is spacious and elegantly furnished in a style in keeping with the castle’s historic background. Antique furniture, heavy fabrics and crystal chandeliers complement the high ceilings and large windows offering views over the gardens and river. Two of the rooms can have twin beds, while all the others can fit an extra bed. The two smallest rooms and one of the suites just have a shower in the bathroom, while all the others have a much larger bathroom, with a separate bath and shower. The largest room is a two-bedroom suite situated in a turret, and is accessed by a spiral stone staircase.
Location
The castle is located 30 minutes’ drive southeast of Glasgow on the outskirts of East Kilbride. It is just half an hour’s drive from the airport. Set in leafy grounds on the banks of the Rotten Calder River, there are several short walking trails to explore in the area or along the river banks.
Food and drink
The prestigious Albert & Michel Roux Jr Restaurant is set in an intimate room decorated with gold leaf wallpaper and antique furniture. It offers an à la carte menu revolving around local produce such as Highland venison, Orkney beef and Scottish blue-tail lobster, as well as a seven-course set menu. The restaurant is open from Wednesday to Sunday. The more casual lounge menu is available seven days a week.
Tour ideas in Glasgow
Our itineraries are there to spark ideas for how you could include a stay at Crossbasket Castle as part of your trip. Treat them simply as suggestions, because every aspect of the trip we create for you will be yours to define.
Alternative places to stay nearby
Where possible, we like to offer a range of accommodation for each stop of your trip, chosen by our specialists as some of their favorite places to stay. To help you make the right choice, we give each property a rating based on its facilities and service, but we also look for hotels with distinct character or a location that can’t be bettered.
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Experiences while staying here
The following activities are designed to give you the most authentic experiences of the area where you’re staying. We work with local guides, who use their knowledge and often a resident’s eye to show you the main sights and more out-of-the-way attractions. Our specialists can also suggest outdoor pursuits and activities, such as cooking classes, that will introduce you to the traditions of the area’s inhabitants.
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Glasgow musical heritage walking tour
Glasgow musical heritage walking tour
Discover musical Glasgow on this two-hour walking tour. It explores the city’s legendary musical heritage, throws light on the bands, venues and artistic collaborations that were pivotal to its success, and looks at the current state of the city’s music scene.
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Street art walking tour
Street art walking tour
Discover Glasgow’s thriving creative scene on this half-day walking tour of the city’s street-art sites. With numerous murals created by a variety of international artists, the works offer social commentary as well as an insight into the city’s history and development.
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Glasgow and nearby places
- Loch Lomond 25 miles away
- Edinburgh 38 miles away
- The Highlands 49 miles away
- Loch Awe 56 miles away
- Isle of Jura 67 miles away
- Oban 68 miles away
- St Andrews 65 miles away
- Glencoe 73 miles away
- Fort William 81 miles away
- Isle of Islay 83 miles away