Where better to relax after a a day exploring Turrif and the surrounding area, than in a castle? Delgatie’s shared historic grounds are yours to embrace.. All on the First Floor:
Living room: (No TV), Electric Woodburner
Kitchen/dining room: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Washing Machine
Bedroom 1: Four Poster Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bedroom 3: Single (3ft) Bed
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, No Toilet
Separate Toilet.. Heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Cot and highchair available on request. . Garden area with BBQ (private). Enclosed lawned area (shared). Use of estate grounds (shared). Private parking. No smoking. Please note: There is a small, unfenced pool in the garden, 100 yards away.. Delgatie Castle sits peacefully amid fields and forests, on a large country estate. It has a long and chequered history, dating back from 1050 and was once home to the late Captain Hay - a feudal baron. Now open to the public, the castle provides a wealth of interest for visitors, plus the opportunity to sample delicious home baking in the cosy tea room. Symbister Suite is located in the north wing of the castle, and has, as you would expect, all the style and ambience of a real stately home. Turriff, 3 miles, is home to a host of activities and interests. River fishing, with brown trout and salmon both available at cost. You can play golf on any of the several 18-hole courses in the area, or enjoy some time on a boating lake or even a putting green. Alternatively, play tennis, bowls, or go riding or shooting. Try the indoor sports and swimming pool complex. Nearby there are stately homes and castles to explore, museums and heritage centres, picturesque coastal villages, nature reserves and colourful parks, as well as famous distilleries. Advance grocery service available on request.
Symbister Suite can be booked together with Hayfield (ref UK35890) to accommodate up to 11 guests.
Free WiFi
The banister/balustrade height of this property is less than 1m and the gaps between the spindles are more than 10cm.
There is a water feature/pond on the grounds of this property.
There is limited internet signal and/or mobile reception at the property.
Letting licence no.: AS01301F
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Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number AS-01301-F
About the area
Turriff
Located in Turriff, this cottage is in a rural area. Banff Museum and Aberdeenshire Museums Discovery Centre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Macduff Marine Aquarium and Portsoy Ice Cream. Explore all the area has to offer with ecotours and horse riding.
Is 3 bedroom accommodation in Delgaty, near Turriff pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at 3 bedroom accommodation in Delgaty, near Turriff?
As of 9 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 3 bedroom accommodation in Delgaty, near Turriff on 7 May 2026 start from NZ$242, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at 3 bedroom accommodation in Delgaty, near Turriff?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at 3 bedroom accommodation in Delgaty, near Turriff?
Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.
What time is check-out at 3 bedroom accommodation in Delgaty, near Turriff?
Checkout is at 9:00 AM.
Where is 3 bedroom accommodation in Delgaty, near Turriff located?
Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Delgatie Castle and within 12 miles (20 km) of Banff Museum and Macduff Marine Aquarium. Duff House and Fyvie Castle are also within 12 miles (20 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
A beautiful relaxing place to stay. Great base to explore Aberdeenshire from with its many castles and gardens. The castle is well worth the visit as is the award winning coffee shop in the castle. If you’re looking for a glimpse into the past it is ideal. Would have loved to stay longer.
Such a unique experience staying in a castle it was clean tastefully decorated and cozy. The master bedroom was amazing. All in all a memorable experience I would repeat
I was delayed and the booking didn’t provide contact info, phone number etc.. so I could not contact them. A name and instructions for obtaining a key was provided. However, there was no email or phone number. I felt bad arriving late and not being able to warn anyone.
David
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Richard
4 September 2020
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We thoroughly enjoyed the week that we spent staying at Symbister Suite - it is not often that we get the chance to stay in an old, historic castle!
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Richard
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Zygmunt
28 August 2020
Wonderful week away in a fantastic place.
Wonderful week away in a fantastic place.
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Zygmunt
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Amanda
11 July 2020
Amazing holiday so peaceful and relaxing Joan is such a lovely host and her baking is to die for.
Amazing holiday so peaceful and relaxing Joan is such a lovely host and her baking is to die for...the grounds and the walks are stunning if you are looking to switch off this ticks the boxes...it was clean and very fitting to the period of the property...hidden gem
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Amanda
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
June
6 July 2020
We loved our visit , the very comfortable accomodation and surroundings.
We loved our visit , the very comfortable accomodation and surroundings.
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June
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Darren
4 July 2020
Absolutely stunning property in a stunning location.
Absolutely stunning property in a stunning location. Could not fault the apartment and host.
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Darren
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Clare
4 July 2020
Spacious enough accommodation in a lovely setting.
Spacious enough accommodation in a lovely setting. Felt aspects of the kitchen area were a bit tired and some utensils + white goods could do with an upgrade + added to, e.g. in a self catering setting a dishwasher is a good way of ensuring dishes are clean, rather than depending on other people's washing standards. A tumble dryer (or washer dryer) would also be good given the British climate. Caretaker/manager was very nice and approachable. She very kindly left in some bread, milk, butter, sausages, bacon, eggs and a very delicious homemade cherry + sultana Bakewell tart. Yum yum. Very peaceful and would definitely go back. Lovely walks + cycles on doorstep, in the form of Delgaty Woods. A very restful retreat.
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Clare
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Tam
6 November 2019
What a gem of a place, our host Joan was brilliant and looked after everything we needed during our
What a gem of a place, our host Joan was brilliant and looked after everything we needed during our short break.
Tam
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jayne
24 April 2019
Wonderful place to stay, enjoyed it that much we booked again whilst we were there.
Wonderful place to stay, enjoyed it that much we booked again whilst we were there.
Lovely, warm welcome from Joan, it’s a gem of a place. Highly recommend
Jayne
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Denise
16 March 2019
A beautiful historic castle with an amazing self catering apartment in a very picturesque setting.
A beautiful historic castle with an amazing self catering apartment in a very picturesque setting. Ideal location for a very relaxing getaway and a good base to explore the surrounding area
Denise
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
SANDRA
3 February 2019
Very enjoyable stay at Delegate Castle in the Symbister Suite.
Very enjoyable stay at Delegate Castle in the Symbister Suite. The castle itself is very interesting and was used as a family home until the death of Capt Hay . it has a lovely atmosphere. The Laird's kitchen is worth a visit. lovely scones and cakes.
It is also a great base for visiting other castles in the area.
SANDRA
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Sam
31 December 2018
We spent October week in the apartment with our two boys (aged 5 and 6) and Granny.
We spent October week in the apartment with our two boys (aged 5 and 6) and Granny. We found the accommodation warm, clean, spacious, well equipped and ghost free. Joan, the manager, was most helpful and ensured our stay was smooth.
There are easy woodland walks and cycles from the door, the beautiful Banff coast line 30 mins drive away, a Tesco in Turrif and superb cakes in the Castle cafe. What more do you need?
Great stay. Thank you
Sam
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