The Lady Maxwell Room at Buittle Castle, Arts & Crafts Room in a Medieval Castle

This is a unique stay where you are, at present, the only 2 guests, in a place steeped in history. The two guys running it, Tobias and James, are fascinating to talk to, and will show you round other parts of the property like the chapel in the vault. There’s a print studio next door as well. The breakfast is massive and very good, all local produce. One tiny improvement would be to have tea and coffee making facilities in the room. You need a car or taxi to get there but Dalbeattie town is just 3-4 mins away with all facilities

We spent three nights here and were thrilled. The property itself, the history of the house, the ambiance of the room (we had the Lady Maxwell Room) and dining room, Tobias's kind and warm manner, and the wonderful night's sleep were all delightful. The optional set menu is also highly recommended.

An absolutely lovely stay! Tobias was incredibly hospitable and the grounds were beautiful. We had both dinner and breakfast, as well as wine. All were so delicious and next level. The grounds were breathtaking and so quiet in the evening for a restful sleep. The lady Maxwell room was beautiful and comfortable. It was lovely to have gone to the Caerlaverock Castle before our stay and learn more about the Maxwells. Tobias opened up the family chapel for us to view before our departure and we were so grateful for that. My only regret is not being able to stay longer!

Tobias was always welcoming, attentive and a mine of knowledge and interest concerning the property. An excellent cook, too.

I had a wonderful few days reading and writing at Buittle. The food is tremendous and lovingly prepared, and the rooms are charming. The grounds are also perfect for a quiet stroll and reflection. Strongly recommended!

I was greeted and very well looked after during my stay. The evening meal was delicious as was the enormous breakfast I had. Although I slept in and was later than I said I would be it wasn't a problem. Looking forward to going back when weather warmer and drier to walk around the grounds znd gardens.

Perfect hosts, incredible room, delicious breakfast and the location is perfect. We absolutely loved everything and next time will stay for a week instead of just two nights!

I have stayed here a few times. The location for exploring south west Scotland is excellent. The key issue in this area is finding somewhere to eat in the evening, so this time I opted for the dinner provided by the B&B. This was very good, and certainly way better than you might find in local pubs (if they are open...).

Wow what a beautiful experience we had in the Lady Maxwell room and at Buittle castle. From start to finish our break was so relaxed, peaceful and charming. Tobias is a calm, empathic and tuned in host. I am neurodivergent and often struggle with intimate settings but Tobias was present when he needed to be and stepped back at the right moment. The breakfast was perfection. After this stay I would definitely return and try the private dining experience too. We didn't indulge in the hot tub but it looked lovely with beautiful views out to the gardens. The night sky was beautiful with little light pollution and good visibility. Loved meeting the dogs and the resident peacock. The castle is well situated near to Dalbeattie and Tobias has some good recommendations when visiting the local area. Will definitely return when back in this stunning part of Scotland! It was a privilege to stay in this beautiful home.

Tobias has created a homely pair of rooms set in lovely grounds. He was a true gentleman host and cooks a great breakfast

The guys were delightful when we finally saw them, but every else was a huge disappointment. We were willing to forgo the cost of the second night and move elsewhere.

Lovely stay. Peaceful and quiet with beautiful views and gardens Interesting history and stunning location

We enyoyed the time, the breakfast, the Garden, There are somany Accessoires from the history. The owner is very Friendly Sorry that I cant describe it better,

The castle is a truly special place - be sure to get a tour, particularly of the 1000-yr old chapel. Delicious breakfast and beautiful room!

I had an amazing two day break at Buittle Castle. The place was amazing, beautiful location and Tobias was such an attentive host. Everything was provided that we needed and Tobias had extensive knowledge of the castle and area. I would highly recommend this castle as a holiday destination. The castle caters for small or large groups.

If you're looking for a peak into history, this is the place to go. Warm and comforting accommodations on a beautiful property. I came at the end of winter, I can only imagine what the place looks like in full bloom! Tobias and his cousin are great stewards of the castle and working hard to bring it back to its glory. Appreciate the time and attention and wealth of knowledge about the historical pieces found throughout the site.

First stop on our Scotland holiday, and we got to stay at a Castle! The owners were very friendly. Breakfast was very good and we opted to eat inside the castle which was very enjoyable. The area around there was full of activities. The grounds were lovely with some footpaths to enjoy. A short stroll to see grazing sheep, belted Gallaways and a couple Highland cows.

Buittle Castle is a lovely and ancient castle home drenched in a rich history and run by Tobias and his cousin James. Tobias cooked us delicious breakfasts and was very knowledgeable about the castle history and the area. The room was very cozy and had everything you would need to have a comfortable stay. The grounds were just beautiful with several walking footpaths that would show you scenes of the pastures, gardens, and along a stream and a river. We had a great time here, and did not feel the need to see another castle! We hope to stay here again one day!

James and Tobias made us feel very welcome to their home and shared lots of history about the place with us which was fascinating. Their affection about their home was obvious and they both enjoyed sharing that with us. James family history was fascinating and we loved the castle and their dogs which were friendly. We have fond memories of our stay with them.

Very special unique experience strongly recommended if something really different is wanted? We only stayed one night unfortunately