Drumlanrig
I mentioned that in Scotland the people are some of the friendliest you will ever meet and our personal guide and the hosts of the bed and breakfast we stayed in are a testament to that. When I designed this custom trip to Scotland one of the stops had to be Dumfries. A friend we have there, Steven, is a fantastic guide. He took us to Drumlanrig Castle and Morton Castle, two of the thirteen castles we saw in thirteen days.
Drumlanrig, built over 300 years ago, is home to part of the Buccleuch Art Collection, one of the family seats of the Duke and Duchess of Buccleuch and Queensberry, and a country estate that provides a wonderful assortment of activities for the family, including walking trails, mountain biking (there is a bike museum on the property as well), ranger programs, Land Rover wildlife tours, adventure playground for kids, café, gift shop and more. Special events and activities include a puppet workshop, birds of prey show, jousting contest, performances, and a farmer’s market.
Morton Castle
Morton Castle is off the beaten path in a secluded meadow above Morton Loch. You have to know how to get there or you won’t find it. The setting is truly magnificent and serene. It is only ruins now but the remains of this place built in the mid 1400’s are great for contemplating what life in the middle ages was really like.
Hazeldean House offers a truly wonderful bed and breakfast experience. Our hosts, Billy and Wilma really know how to extend warm hospitality and make their guests feel welcome and special. From an outstanding full Scottish breakfast in the light filled breakfast room to the amenity-filled and comfortable accommodations, I can highly recommend including Hazeldean House in your next tailor-made trip to Scotland.
