One of the finest exclusive use 'fully staffed ' large country houses in Scotland for up to 32 guests.

Bedrooms: 17 Sleeps: 32 Bathroom: 17 Pets welcome

Stay at Raemoir, a privately owned country house in the heart of Royal Deeside, hidden away in a private estate among ancient woodland with a private team of staff including a Master Chef. You will be welcomed to this exclusive use historic grand Georgian Mansion house dating from 1690, for large groups weddings, special occasions or holiday gatherings - beautiful rooms with roaring open fires, and 12 bedrooms with ensuite facilities sleep up to 24 guests 12 ensuite double rooms (4 more - sleeping up to 32 available on request in adjacent Ha' Hoose). Exclusive use, pet friendly holiday accommodation easily accessible by air (25 minutes drive from Aberdeen International Airport), train or road, it's the ideal highland retreat for those flying in from major airports around the world. Raemoir has its own private helipad for guests' use making all the golf courses in Scotland accessible for the more serious and discerning golfer! A huge array of in-house and out door activities can be organised for your guests.

Raemoir House, Banchory, Aberdeenshire

Stay in the heart of Royal Deeside, hidden away in a private estate amongst ancient woodland with a private team of staff including your own Master Chef. Beautiful rooms with roaring open fires, and luxurious bedrooms with ensuite facilities.

A flavour of the may reviews: 'As regular clients of Raemoir we have found it to be one of the very few places in the North East able to provide an exclusive venue opportunity at the same time offering a genuine Country House setting and experience. It's hard to beat the seclusion, privacy and indulgence.'

Royal Deeside and the Cairngorms is Scotland's crowning glory. The village of Lumphanan is located inside one of Scotland's most enchanting landscapes. Explore the timeless beauty of this refreshingly different destination. Royal Deeside and the Cairngorms attract travellers from far across the world - and all are lured back by the colourful grouse moors, native Scots pine, highland rivers and misty blue mountains. The scenery here truly soothes the soul and captures the imagination. The landscape is ideal for walking, cycling and other outdoor pursuits.

The Royal Deeside area is nestled between the Cairngorms National Park and Aberdeen, Scotland's third largest city, where this regal landscape rests in the magnificent valley of the River Dee. Rising high into the rugged Cairngorm Mountains, the river flows 85 miles through some of Scotland's finest backdrops.

Follow royal footsteps on the Victorian Heritage Trail in Royal Deeside which will take you through towns, landmarks, beauty spots and attractions with a special connection to Queen Victoria. Balmoral Castle, summer home of the Royal Family, rests in the shadows of Lochnagar, known locally as the jewel of all mountains.

Outdoor activities include hill walking, fishing, mountain biking, skiing and running. Hosting unique traditional Highland Games and festivals, the area even attracts Hollywood celebrities! Royal Deeside is home to much rare wildlife and plant species - exploring the nooks and crannies of the varied landscape will uncover capercaillie, red squirrels, roe deer and golden eagles. Rich in its history, music and culture, the ancient sites that can be found around the scattered settlings are full of mystery and folk lore. Lumphanan is closely linked to Macbeth: the Peel Ring, Macbeth's Well and Macbeth's Cairn are all located within 2 miles.

Raemoir is very close to Banchory Golf Club, there are over 50 golf clubs in the North East of Scotland, so its easy to make a golfing holiday here! During the winter, skiing is possible from either the Lecht or Glenshee ski centres, with the Cairngorms accessible also.

Sleeps - 24 (12 ensuite double rooms (4 more available on request in adjacent Ha’ Hoose)
Bedrooms - 12 bedrooms with ensuite facilities
All bedrooms are en-suite with large flat screens, free Wi-Fi and a goodie bag.
Fully staffed house only
B&B tariff for up to 24 guests
Full complement of staff including chefs 24hrs (NO self-catering option)
Exclusive Use only (single account/no individual room sales)
The Big Fish Bar is an ideal size for the heart of your gathering.
The Oval Room - dining room seating up to 40 guests
The Georgian Room - Boardroom: 36, Banqueting: 40-50, Cabaret: 20-25, Theatre: 80, Dining: 70
Helipad
Games room, three usable fireplaces, a grand piano, a pool table, a library
Smart TV
Free WiFi
Wood fires and full central heating
Indoor games, outdoor games, putting
Large garden
Ample parking
Dogs very welcome
Short breaks welcome

Aberdeen airport - 23 miles
Aberdeen station 30 mins
Inverurie railway station 10 miles
Days in can be organised for your group: Bread Making, Whisky, Gin or Wine Tasting. Flower School, Painting and Drawing, Craft Day, Yoga (outdoor or indoor), Digital Detox, Wellbeing Coach.
Days out: Foraging Trips, Make your own Spirits, Bespoke Food and Drink Tours, Photography, Art Galleries, Painting Studios, Guided Nature Walks, Stargazing (more of a night out…), Hill walking, Folklore & Legends Tours, Dolphin Watch, Archery, Clay Shooting, Mini Highland Games, Falconry Day, Unbridled Horse Trek & Trail, Axe & Knife throwing Laser Tag, Wilderness Challenge, Team Building.
Sporting: Golf Courses and Driving Range, Skiing, Mountain Biking, Field Sports, E-Bike Rental, Salmon Fly or Trout Fishing
Castles to visit: Braemar, Craigievar, Cluny Crighton, Dunnottar, Drum, Fraser
Stone Circles: Cullerlie, Tomnaverie, Easter Aquhorthies, Midmar, Loch Kinord
Waterfalls: Burn o' Vat, Dess
Historic Stones: There is a new (2020) display at Tullich graveyard, just before Ballater
E-bike rental
Mountain biking
Fishing
Great walking and cycling from the doorstep
Superb bird watching
Skiing
Castles, historic houses, gardens
Distilleries - on the Deeside and Speysdie Whisky trail
Wildlife all around

Accommodation:

Raemoir House can accommodate up to 24 -32 adults and 3 dogs - it is fully staffed and catered at all times.

Raemoir is available for both week, weekend and short breaks in the beautiful countryside that Queen Victoria loved so much, and the present Royal Family still enjoys.

The beautiful public rooms are all on the ground floor with glorious views over the parkland and woods of the private estate. The rooms are all interconnected and doors can be opened for maximum space or kept closed to create private spaces.

The Panelled Lounge provides the ideal relaxation space, to nestle in a comfortable chair by the roaring fireside. Big Fish Bar and Panelled Lounge – these are both areas for mingling and enjoying each other's company.

The Big Fish Bar is stocked with Scottish malts, gins and beers as well as everything else you'd expect, and the huge tarpon caught in 1807 which gives the bar its name is sure to provide a talking point or two. In the summer you can spill out onto the lawn from here, down to the private grounds or through the double doors into the lounge.

The Oval Room has unique curved walls and doors, a grand bronze chandelier and vintage flocked wallpaper, all of which create a feeling of time-warp. There is another open fireplace for cosiness, and stunningly tall windows to make the most of the beautiful views.

The Garden Room is a lovely private space, sandwiched between the Big Fish Bar and the Oval Room, which can be used for a small dinner or meeting room, a games room or a quiet haven.

The Georgian Room is the largest room which can be used for conferences, meetings and dining. Floor to ceiling windows are framed by sumptuous drapes and look out to the grounds beyond.

The suites and bedrooms are all individually designed, combining rich history with modern comforts to ensure a great stay. There are 13 bedrooms in the main house, and another four rooms including two suites in the Ha’Hoose which was the original 17th century house. All the bedrooms are en-suite with large flat screens, free Wi-Fi and a goodie bag. Raemoir normally sleeps 32 people, but the owners are usually able to work our magic and squeeze a few more in. Oh, and dogs are more than welcome.

Gardens and grounds are made up of 14 acres of secluded lawns and parklands which have direct access to 3500 acres of hill and woodland where there are endless photo opportunities including The Woodland Cathedral, an outdoor hideaway, framed by ancient yew trees and surrounded by parkland.

Disabled access; All main rooms in the house are on the same level and are wheelchair accessible, however the toilet will require some independent mobility. There are no bedrooms on the ground floor in the main house. In the Ha’ Hoose annexe there are two ground floor bedrooms and these also need some independent mobility. Due to the slope of the grounds the Marquee, although connected to the house, sits below the main house ground floor level and there are toilets available but there is only an internal staircase that connects the two, there is no lift.

There is an indoor games cupboard and a box of garden games along with a putting green for outdoor use otherwise. There is also access directly from the grounds to the surrounding Estate hill walks for the more energetic!

For those looking for a large event space, The Marquee Pavilion is a seasonal space where larger events happen, usually in place at the side of the house from March to December. There is easy access into the building and the spacious and luxurious restrooms, as well as a small staircase back into the main house. The Pavilion is lined with drapes, lit and heated and opens out to the spacious grounds. This fits 200 for a dinner and dance at its standard size, but can be made smaller or larger (up to 360) without the need to move furniture around.

Directions to Raemoir House:

Aberdeen airport is just 35 miles away.
The village of Auchleven nearby has pub and village hall. The nearby town of Insch ( 2 miles) has 2 supermarkets, restaurants and cafes.

What's included in the rental?

Electricity and heating are included.

Towels and bed linen are provided.

Exclusive Use only (single account/no individual room sales)

Full complement of staff including chefs 24hrs (NO self-catering option)

12 ensuite double rooms (4 more available on request in adjacent Ha’ Hoose)

B&B tariff for up to 24 guests

Fully stocked Bar available

15 acres of secluded grounds

VAT

Cost and availability:

Raemoir House is rented out throughout the year.

Weekends - arrive Friday 2pm / depart Sunday 11am

Weekdays - any two days from Sunday 2pm to Thursday 11am

Short breaks are welcome.

To book this gorgeous exclusive use, fully staffed historic Scottish country house in Royal Deeside, please click the enquiry button below and see availability and prices.