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Spending a night in a castle in Scotland is among the desires of many travellers. Here you can sleep where Mary Queen of Scots would have stayed in 1563. While the fire crackles in the hearth, explore the castle as you wish. You can also stay in the Barns Tower: king size bed, free-standing bathtub, fireplace ready to be lit, breakfast basket: ideal for a romantic stay! And if you're with family or friends, choose Neidpath Barmkin, a cottage overlooking the Tweed River and the majestic castle.

The very friendly farmhouse of Castle Creavie opens its doors to visitors all year round, with several types of accommodation. Charlie and Elaine are helpful hosts who continue to manage their farm and welcome their guests. The youth hostel is more like a guesthouse and consists of a large room with four beds, a lounge area and an adjoining kitchen. For more comfort, two apartments are available for rent for two or six people and all the expected amenities are included. The offer is ideal if you are travelling with friends.

The Fletcher family has lived on this farm, which has been in operation for more than a century, and decided to open part of it to tourists to share the charms of Islay. Two double rooms with showers and toilets are offered in a simple but adequate layout. A lounge area is also available. It is also possible to rent cottages or pitch a tent. The proximity of Port Askaig, Coal Ila and Bunnahabhain is not negligible.

This youth hostel welcomes you in the spirit of a "university residence". Located in a former building dedicated to army sergeants, it has large, bright single or double rooms. The place is warm and comfortable, with a bar offering pub food. The bathrooms are shared, as are the kitchens. The Shackleton Lodge is for groups. It is also possible to rent independent lodges (Nordabrake Houses) on a weekly basis on the same site.