The Traitors returns to BBC screens this October with a celebrity edition airing every Thursday and Friday, and travel experts have highlighted holiday lets that evoke the show's iconic castle setting. While Ardross Castle in the Scottish Highlands, the real filming location, does not offer individual room bookings, other Scottish castles are available as exclusive holiday rentals.
Holidaycottages.co.uk has compiled a selection of options for guests seeking a Traitors-themed escape. One such property, Highland Hall near Dingwall, lies just a 20-minute drive from Ardross Castle. This Georgian country house is set in six acres of gardens and woodland and offers far-reaching views of the countryside and the sea from its windows.
A seven-bedroom retreat with a tower room
Highland Hall sleeps up to 14 guests across seven bedrooms and bathrooms, making it suitable for large family gatherings or special occasions with friends. The property is priced from £6,403 for a seven-night stay this autumn and winter, working out at around £65 per person per night at full capacity. It features a top-floor tower room with a balcony, described by holidaycottages.co.uk as ideal for "plotting" away from prying eyes.
The experts at holidaycottages.co.uk write: "This Georgian mansion is reminiscent of a storybook setting and will no doubt set the scene for your own memorable adventures. Take your plotting to the next level with the top-floor tower room featuring a balcony, well away from prying eyes."
Remote location and closer alternatives
Guests should note that Highland Hall's remote location may make travel difficult. The property is nearly a six-hour drive from Newcastle, with no direct public transport options, and the Scottish Highlands can be challenging to access during stormy winter months.
For those in the North East seeking castle-like accommodation closer to home, Craster Tower Penthouse in Northumberland is available via Sykes Holiday Cottages. Housed in a Grade II-listed country home dating back to the 14th century, this stay near the fishing village of Craster is close to the Northumberland coast and accommodates up to eight guests and two dogs.
Other castle-style options in Scotland and beyond
In County Durham, Scargill Castle, a 15-minute drive from Barnard Castle, offers a cosy option for couples. Built in 1560 on the site of an earlier medieval castle, it features Tudor-inspired décor and windows overlooking courtyard gardens and the Teesdale hills. Priced from £889 for a seven-night stay via Rural Retreats, it accommodates two guests and up to three dogs.
In Scotland, The Jacobite's Rest near Dunblane is another striking option. One of Scotland's oldest continually inhabited abodes, it has hosted King Charles among its guests and was once used by the cast and crew of the TV series Outlander. The property sleeps up to 12 guests and features exposed beams, castle-style staircases, and a walled garden.
Holidaycottages.co.uk describes The Jacobite's Rest as: "A stay at this 700-year-old property immerses you in a world of history, elegance, and intrigue. Discover the expansive internal layout with capacious rooms boasting traditional features, including exposed beams and castle-style staircases, oozing character and ambience. Step into the castle's enchanting walled garden − a secluded haven perfect for hushed alliances and secret strategy sessions, or you could just relax and sun yourself in the grounds, which include a furnished patio and a BBQ for al fresco mealtimes."
