Stobo Castle exterior and lawn terrace
Scottish Borders

Stobo Castle

Castle on a hill above a loch, with a health spa, in the Scottish Borders near Peebles

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37 kmNearest airportin a straight line, Edinburgh
About Stobo Castle

Stobo Castle is a Scottish castle set on a hill in the Borders countryside of Peeblesshire, with wooded grounds, a loch and a health spa.

Stobo Castle stands on a hill in Peeblesshire, in the Scottish Borders, with rolling grounds spreading out around it. Trees shade the estate, and a loch lies at the heart of the landscape, giving the castle a picturesque and settled character. Visitors reach it at Stobo, postcode EH45 8NY, in quiet countryside well away from any town centre.

A health spa forms part of the estate and shapes much of the atmosphere. Guests use it for relaxation and pampering, for rest, for exercise and toning, or simply for a beauty treat, and many return year after year. Service, fine food and well-trained staff are treated as the constants of a stay, and the aim is a sense of peace in the middle of a busy world. The castle can be enjoyed privately as a personal retreat or shared with a partner or friends, and it is listed among castle and alternative wedding venues. The setting suits couples who value calm surroundings, tree-lined grounds and the open Borders countryside, away from crowds.

At a glance

The Essentials

Where
Stobo, Peeblesshire, Scottish Borders
Setting
A hill above wooded grounds and a loch
Spa
Health spa on site
Price
On enquiry
Catering
In-house
Address
Stobo, Peeblesshire, EH45 8NY, Scotland, United Kingdom

A Scottish castle above a loch

Stobo Castle stands on a hill among rolling grounds in Peeblesshire. Trees give shade across the estate, and the grounds are arranged around a loch, which gives the setting a calm, picturesque character.

A Scottish castle above a loch

The health spa

The spa draws guests for different reasons. Some come to relax or be pampered, others for rest in quiet surroundings, for exercise and toning, or for a personal treat. Many return year after year.

The health spa

Service, food and quiet

Attentive service, fine food and well-trained staff shape a stay here. The Borders countryside around the castle adds to a sense of peace, and the house works equally well for a couple, a pair of friends or a small party.

Service, food and quiet
Castle on a hill

Castle on a hill

The castle stands above rolling grounds in the Borders countryside.

Loch and woodland

Trees shade the grounds, which are arranged around a loch.

Loch and woodland
Health spa

Health spa

A spa for relaxation, exercise and beauty treatments.

Fine food and service

Dining and trained staff are central to a stay.

Fine food and service
Accommodation

Rooms and suites

The Cashmere Suite

Suite

The most opulent suite at the castle, with claret cashmere bedroom walls, a limestone bath, a lounge and a private terrace. A bottle of Bollinger champagne on ice awaits on arrival.

  • Separate sitting room
  • Terrace
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The Cashmere Suite

The Murray Room

A deluxe room in woodland green and navy on the upper ground floor, with two king-sized beds and French doors opening onto a shared terrace over the gardens.

  • King-size bed
  • Terrace
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The Murray Room

The Maitland Room

A deluxe room in subtle colours with two generous king-sized beds, a large bath and a separate shower, and views over the surrounding countryside.

  • King-size bed
  • Scenic views
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The Maitland Room

The Lennox Room

A traditional deluxe room in Roman terracotta colours with French Toile de Jouy fabric, king-sized beds and views of the manicured lawns.

  • King-size bed
  • Scenic views
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The Lennox Room

The Oriental Suite

Suite

A deluxe suite with two double beds in a peony and lime green bamboo design, with a designer bath. It is on the lower ground floor and has a limited view.

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The Oriental Suite

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Location

Scottish Borders

Edinburgh (EDI)37 km in a straight line
Glasgow (GLA)75 km in a straight line

Stobo Castle

Stobo, Peeblesshire, EH45 8NY, Scotland, United Kingdom

Things to do nearby

  • Japanese Water Gardens, Stobounder 1 km in a straight line · our pick for a wedding-day walk and photographs
  • Dawyck Botanic Garden2 km in a straight line · our pick for guests' free day
  • Neidpath Castle8 km in a straight line · our pick for Heritage, a riverside walk
  • Peebles9 km in a straight line · our pick for guests' free day
  • Traquair House16 km in a straight line · our pick for History, afternoon tea
  • Kailzie Gardens · our pick for Lunch, a garden walk

Getting there

  • Edinburgh (EDI)Airport · 37 km in a straight line
  • Glasgow (GLA)Airport · 75 km in a straight line

Nearest station

The nearest train station and airport are in Edinburgh, approximately 25 miles from Stobo. Taxi or car hire can be arranged to meet guests on request.

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Frequently asked questions

Stobo Castle

Where is Stobo Castle?

The castle stands in Stobo, Peeblesshire, among the Borders countryside of Scotland. The postcode is EH45 8NY.

What kind of setting does the castle have?

It sits on a hill within rolling grounds, shaded by trees and arranged around a loch.

Is there a spa at Stobo Castle?

Yes. A health spa is part of the estate, and guests use it for relaxation, rest, exercise or a beauty treatment.

What is the atmosphere like?

The emphasis is on calm, attentive service, good food and a quiet place away from the pace of everyday life. It suits a private stay alone, with a partner or with friends.

What is the nearest train station?

The nearest station and airport are both in Edinburgh, approximately 25 miles from Stobo. Edinburgh Waverley is the main station.

Can the castle arrange transport from the station or airport?

Yes. Taxi or car hire can be arranged to meet guests at the station or airport on request, and taxis are available during a stay through Reception.

Can guests stay overnight at Stobo Castle?

Yes. Rooms are in the main castle across four floors, or in Park Lodge, which sleeps up to 12, and Castle Lodge, which sleeps up to 24.

What are the check-in and departure times?

Rooms are available from 3.00pm, and guests vacate their room by 12 noon on the day of departure.

What dining is there at the castle?

Breakfast, lunch and dinner are served in the dining rooms, with seasonal menus from the Executive Head Chef, plus vegan and gluten-free menus.

Are there gardens to walk in?

Yes. The Japanese Water Gardens, designed in the early 1900s, lie close to the castle, and there are lawns, a loch and a tennis court in the grounds.

Is the castle accessible for guests with reduced mobility?

The castle welcomes guests with all disabilities. There are stairs at the main entrance and no lift to some bedrooms, so accessible rooms in Park Lodge, Castle Lodge and the spa courtyard should be discussed with Reservations at booking.

How do I drive to Stobo Castle?

From Edinburgh take the A703 to Peebles, then the A72 towards Glasgow. After four miles turn left at the Stobo signpost onto the B712, and the main gates are on the right two miles along.

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