Best Country House Wedding Venues in Scotland
Nothing says quintessential and romantic quite like a country house wedding venue. And there’s plenty to choose from in Scotland! Country house weddings still bring that perfect grandeur to your wedding day but are slightly more relaxed than a castle or big stately home. And you still get the added benefit of beautiful wedding photos in and amongst the beautiful grounds and architecture. Without further ado, here are some of Scotland's finest country house wedding venues.
Altskeith Country House
Altskeith Country House is nestled between the beautiful Trossachs & Loch Lomond National Park. If you’re after an outdoor wedding, this venue is perfect. It’s surrounded by magnificent mountains, a twinkling night sky, forests and lochs. You can hold your ceremony on the lawns, by the waterfall, at the beach, under the beech tree or over on the small bridge nestled in the forest. It’s a magical location to say “I do”.
If you want some stunning wedding photographs the venue is located on the waterfront with incredible views overlooking Loch Ard and Ben Lomond making it a truly beautiful location. Why not sail out onto the water after your ceremony and have a few intimate moments just you and your partner and have some beautiful photos taken out on the water?!
Balinakill Country House
After a week-long wedding celebration? Or longer?! This luxurious country house venue is available for exclusive use for however long you wish to choose. It’s the perfect party venue for a range of events and weddings are no different. Surrounded by seven acres of peaceful ground, this Victorian Country House is one of the oldest settlements in Kintyre and is full of period features.
If you’re a lover of tradition and after a church wedding you can opt to get married in Clachan Church, the oldest church in Argyll still used for public worship or you can host your ceremony in the house or the garden. If you’re getting married in the summer, you can even have a beautiful marquee and dance the night away in and amongst the grounds.
Logie Country House
Logie Country House is a picture perfect wedding venue and has even been voted Best Scottish Aberdeenshire Wedding Venue. This country house, originally a fortified castle, sits on estate lands dating back to 1492 and exudes comfort and luxury making for a perfect wedding venue. The large wedding ballroom hosts up to 180 guests for the party of the year. Oh and did we mention that there’s a private island? This venue really does have it all if you’re wanting to go all out.
Make the celebrations last as long as possible. You can have your wedding celebrations over three days at Logie (if booked for a long weekend) so you can make use of all the amazing amenities. From cosy open fires and miles of ancient woodland to explore to an indoor infinity pool, a cinema room, hot tubs and a courtyard for you and your guests to enjoy, you’ll have the celebration of a lifetime.
Hopetoun House
If you’re after elegance and romance, Hopetoun House is the venue to be at. If you’re after something more on the regal side, this country house has scale and splendour combined with elegance and class. In fact, caterers Wedding Portfolio were granted a royal warrant from Her Majesty the Queen in 2013 for their exceptional catering and have held an exclusive contract at Hopetoun House since 2003. So if you’re a foodie who will truly appreciate a good feast this venue should be top of your list. Hopetoun can cater for up to 200 guests at your ceremony and 250 guests for your reception and accommodate for weddings all year round.
Cambo House & Estate
Want a place built for a party? Meet Cambo House. This venue is hidden in the woods in the UK’s sunniest region, a true midsummer night's dream with lush lawns, sandy beaches, a distillery for all your debauchery needs and a world class golf course. Cambo House pride themselves on offering their guests the freedom to celebrate with the people you love in their own way, at your own pace and have hosted some incredible weddings. The location is stunning so be sure to make the most of the variety of landscapes.
Ardkinglas Estate
Surrounded by majestic mountains, forest and sea, Ardkinglas is situated on the shores of Loch Fyne and is a gem of a venue for weddings. If you’re into your Horticulture the Woodland Garden is open all year round with an outstanding collection of plants and trees, including the "Mightiest Conifer in Europe". Weddings here are secluded and tranquil, surrounded by mother nature and rolling hills so if you’re after something more relaxed this is a perfect venue for you and your partner. For some beautiful and memorable wedding photos, why not hold your ceremony by the water overlooking the mountains and loch.
For those wanting a proper party Ardkinglas Estate can cater for up to 200 people or if you’re after something more intimate ceremonies can be held in the oval morning room for around 4 - 14 people.
Springkell
Situated 6 miles away from Gretna Green - historically known for elopements - is a beautiful Palladian mansion, Springkell. Get married inside in the beautiful wedding room, filled with Italian marble or outside in the romantic round garden amongst the beautiful grounds. Alternatively you could get married in your own church and have your reception onwards at Springkell. Make sure you get some iconic wedding photos on the sweeping Italian stone staircase with a balcony and some in the formal rooms.
Dunglass Estate
The famous poet Robert Burns described Dunglass as the most romantic sweet place I ever saw. This well known, idyllic country retreat is a beautiful exclusive use venue situated just on the outskirts of Edinburgh. It has beautifully landscaped grounds, it’s own 15th century gothic church and and even has a treehouse honeymoon suite complete with a hot tub to elevate your stay - it’s the cherry on top of your wonderful wedding and you can carry on with the magical celebrations and making memories.
The gorgeous grounds are surrounded by ancient woodlands, flowing lawns, flowers and a walled garden. Have your guests gather by the sunken firepit at night and carry on the celebrations well into the evening and then in the morning take a stroll and enjoy the panoramic sea views that stretch out to the East Neuk of Fife.
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