If you have a hectic life at home, which many of us do, you might want to get away once in a while. Some place to go to kick back, relax, and forget about your stressful life. There are many places that claim that they’ll treat you like royalty and you’ll never have to lift a finger. But that only happens if you’re a multi-millionaire. Since we’re not all that lucky, let’s look at a resort that we could all afford one day.

Some people may never think to travel to Scotland. Seeing as it is such an old country, I had to take the opportunity to fill people in on all of the great things there is to do and see in the small corner of Europe.

Location: Dalhousie Castle is tucked away in Bonnyrigg Edinburgh, Scotland on the River South Esk.

History: Over 800 years old, the castle was originally built by the Ramsays of Dalhousie who is a descendant of a noble Scottish family. In 1450, the abandoned thick foundation walls and a vast dungeon were salvaged and combined with pink sandstone from River South Esk to form the immense structure that stands today. Before its conversion in 1972 it was a boarding school then the castle was remodeled as a hotel and the existing moat was renovated. Edward I, king of England, is known to have stayed in Dalhousie, as well as Queen Victoria and Sir Walter Scott.

Accomodations: With only 34 guest rooms, Dalhousie offers personal attention to each of their visitors. The expansive suites are styled in traditional schemes and tones. Period style furniture is used throughout the entire castle.
  
  Things to do: Once you settle into your quaint room in Dalhousie, you’ll find a multitude of things to do, if not at the hotel, then in Edinburgh itself. On site spa, archery, horseback riding, falconry, golf, and fly-fishing are just a few of the many activities Dalhousie has to offer. Barely twenty minutes away, Edinburgh is filled with lavish architecture and culture.

Language: Although Scottish Gaelic is spoken in Scotland, English is well known through out the country.

Rates: Rates range from £110 to £135 for single occupancy and £145 to £185 for double occupancy.
Currency: The currency in Scotland is the Pound.
What Makes Them Unique: Besides being a castle, the four star hotel offers an exclusive dinning experience. The Dungeon Restaurant serves up a one of a kind Scottish and classical French castle cuisine. Salmon, Venison and Grouse are among its delectable menu as well as chocolate whisky and fudge torte for desert, just one of many. They also have a spa with hydro pool, Roman style sauna, Turkish style steam bath, tropical rain and cold fog shower. Five meeting and banquet rooms for up to 330 people. Private chapel. Helicopter landing pad. 24-hour room service

Dalhousie Castle truly offers a warm and distinctive place to get away from a chaotic household. I recommend Dalhousie for its ancient past, inviting and hospitable accommodations and its undivided attention to detail.
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