Castlekirk sits in the heart of Lochranza village, overlooking the ruins of a 13th century castle. This is a lovingly converted 19th century Free Church of Scotland which rests on the edge of a sea loch, sheltered by surrounding peaks, and fed by the streams and rivers that flow down through the glens of North Arrans' Highland region.
Occasionally the peace is broken by the calls of oystercatchers annoyed by the odd human intrusion. Herons wade around the waters' edge, wild deer can be seen roaming the village and eagles circle overhead. Across the Kilbrannan Sound, where the sun sets, waits Kintyre. Look almost due north for views over to scenic Loch Fyne - the spiritual home of the kipper!
Castlekirk is unique. It has a very special atmosphere. This is probably partly due to its past use as a Free Church and partly due to the qualities of the present owner. You see, Castlekirk is first and foremost a home - but this is a home where you are invited to stop awhile . . to rest . . to unwind. And where better to begin to relax than over breakfast. The Breakfast Room, which features the church's original rose window enjoys a fine view of the castle and overlooks the loch, where seals can often be seen at play.
| The Breakfast Room |
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| The Rose Window |
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| The upstairs hall and rest area |
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Two of the guest rooms at Castlekirk are upstairs - in what was the roof space of the old church. There is a rest area on one side of the hallway, where tea and coffee-making facilities are available. |
ACCOMMODATION
Castlekirk offers accommodation on a Bed and Breakfast or Room Only basis, with the choice of a Traditional Cooked, or Continental Style breakfast - with alternatives for Vegetarians.
There are three Bedrooms. Two of these are in the converted roofspace of the church and consist of:
1 Double bedroom with ensuite bathroom.
1 Twin bedroom with bathroom adjacent.
These rooms are cosy and very comfortable, with the coved ceilings adding a touch of character.
1 Twin bedroom is on the ground floor with bathroom adjacent.
| Part of the Double Bedroom |
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Tea and coffee-making facilities are available in the double and downstairs twin bedrooms, and a tea trolley is available for the other twin bedroom.
For Hillwalkers, we have a drying cupboard for wet clothes and boots and we can, by arrangement, provide a Packed Lunch.
Each room has a clock radio and hairdryer, and should you need the use of an iron or anything else during your stay, please ask and we will do our best to provide.
RATES
Double Ensuite with Breakfast -
£25.00 per person/night if staying for more than one night.
£27.50 per person - if staying for one night only.
Twin Room with Breakfast -
£22.50 per person/night if staying for more than one night.
£25.00 per person -if staying for one night only.
(if private bathroom required - add £5 per person per night)
