Stay in our guest suite within the castle tower
At the top of the 14th century old tower lies our B&B holiday accommodation, ideal for a romantic get-away and breaks to Edinburgh. The steep spiral staircase leads up past a glass walkway over the old dungeon and up to a rooftop walkway with panoramic views over the Firth of Forth. Why not enjoy a leisurely breakfast on the roof walk on a nice sunny morning?
The barrel vaulted bedroom has an en suite bathroom with stand-alone slipper bath. The bed is an enormous 7 foot wide ‘Emperor’ bed and there is a TV in the Great Hall. A microwave, mini-fridge, kettle and toaster are provided within the bedroom suite. A continental breakfast is provided for guests to enjoy at their leisure.
Guests staying in the Tower also have exclusive use of the finest room in the castle — the Great Hall — a magnificent old room with an original stone fireplace and log-burning stove, perfect for winter evenings. Stone window seats are built into the thick castle walls, and up on the ceiling are some of the original corbels from when the castle was destroyed by fire after the Battle of Pinkie.
From the battlements you can see the Forth Rail Bridge, Arthur’s Seat, Edinburgh and the coast of Fife. The Tower sits within two and a half acres of garden including an orchard and sitting areas. Faside Estate is only ten miles from Edinburgh, with easy access to local golf courses, museums, towns and restaurants.
Salt of the earth! Couldn’t have had a better experience. Incredible.
Our stay in the Tower was an amazing experience. We enjoyed the room, the view from the rooftop, and scottish music CD in the Great Hall. The owners were very kind and helpful. Facilities -1 is the toilet...it seems that it takes long time for the water tank to be full. Maybe it can be fixed..?
Tip: There is no restaurant near the Tower. The room has a microwave, so you can warm up your food.
This was the warmest welcome we have ever received. Staying in the castle felt as if we had travelled back in time. Would definitely book again.
Tip: Visit North Berwick
A Magical Stay Fit for Royalty! We had the absolute pleasure of staying at this stunning castle, and it truly exceeded every expectation. From the moment we arrived, we were swept away by the charm, elegance, and attention to detail in every corner of the property. It felt like a step back in time- with all the modern comforts perfectly blended in. The breakfast was nothing short of extraordinary with local treats like cheeses and meat, butteries and fresh yogurt. Every morning felt special and bellies were more than full! The owners went above and beyond to make us feel welcome, and you could tell that every detail of your experience is carefully thought out. Staying here felt like living in a fairy tale. If you're looking for a one-of-a-kind getaway that combines luxury, history, and impeccable service, this castle is it! We're already dreaming about our next visit!
Tip: We were able to take an Uber from Edinburgh to Fa'Side Castle and then the next day we used a local taxi service to get to the train station, which is only a few minutes away from the castle. It is a fast train that travels between Edinburgh and North Berwick. To get to the airport we booked a taxi service ahead of time, as Uber will drop off to the castle but not pick up (good to know). Also Uber eats will deliver to the Castle if you happen to be in a pinch for dinner like we were on the first night (tired after a long day of touring!) There are also lovely trails for a leisurely stroll that offer a great view of the countryside.
amazing place full of character and history. Views are unrivalled and Sue was the perfect host. I intend to stay longer next time to explore the area
Tip: take your own alcohol if you want an evening drink without going out.
Staying at an actual castle was one of the highlights of our trip and a great way to end it. We wished that our children be there to esoteric it with us. They would have loved it.
Sue and Ian were wonderful hosts. So warm and welcoming, lots of local knowledge too. Fabulous quiet setting with easy access to the A1 to Edinburgh and the surrounding area. Continental breakfast provisions were fabulous and cleaned up after us each day, was lovely (but we wouldn’t have minded sorting our own).
Tip: This is half a castle you are getting for your money!! Great hall and everything! Edinburgh is a short car ride away with lots of park and ride options if you don’t want to park in the centre. Suggest booking the castle before going as day tickets sell out quickly, also booking a place for tea in the city (if you stay that long) as places book up quick, we visited a number of places before finding somewhere with space.
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This place breathes the history of Scotland. Our trip would not have been complete without our time in the castle. It will forever be a highlight of our trip to the UK.
Tip: Take a stroll to the miners pub. It’s a beautiful walk through the Scottish country side and the warm welcome is matched with cold beer. Meet the locals and you will make friends for life.
Was amazing to hear about the history during the walk around instead of simply getting a key etc. I’ve already passed onto 1 friend that stays nearby to try check out the castle and will be mentioning to other people too as I think it’s a great hidden stay away.
Tip: None from me, hosts were amazing and have suggestions in the room also and suggested nearby walking trails
If you want absolute peace and quiet from everything...you have to stay here. 3 floors of a castle all to yourself, 360° view from the roof, you won't regret it
From beginning to end our hosts Sue and Ian were gracious, friendly, and most helpful. Ian gave us a full tour and explained the history of the castle and made recommendations for local food and pubs. The accommodations were cozy, beautiful and warm. When we left we could not get a taxi or Uber. Ian gave us a ride to the local tram.
Tip: This room is actually two rooms on two floors. The stairs are tightly wound castle steps. Be ready to climb. It's worth the climb!
Absolutely fantastic stay, really special. Owners are lovely and most welcoming.
Tip: Don't follow the sat nav postcode, use Google maps!
Such a unique and interesting property. Lots of history which the very friendly and knowledgeable hosts shared with us. Stunning views and lovely area to take long walks. I would highly recommend this place!
Tip: Be ready for narrow steep stairs. Worth the charm of staying in a castle tower though. It is quite a bit outside of town, and no restaurants within walking distance, but the hosts provided an extensive array of food items for breakfast that also filled in for lunch for us on a lazy day at home.
The best place you’ll ever stay, our very own castle.
Tip: Head into Edinburgh, we recommend the Bon Vivant for food. Also visit craigmillar castle on way into Edinburgh
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Amazing property! Cannot say enough good things about it. The hosts are fantastic, friendly, happy to share the history of the castle but also very respectful of your personal space. The castle itself is unbelievable - Wonderful! Quiet countryside but not too far from town and you truly feel like you’re staying in a castle that has roots that go back 900 years. If only the rating system went to 6.
Fa’side castle B&B is a special place to stay. The accommodation in the old tower is enchanting an£ very spacious. The location in the Lothian countryside is very peaceful, yet in close proximity to Edinburgh. The hots Ian and Sue Crash are wonderful people, hitting a perfect balance of caring for their guests and giving them space to enjoy their break.
Tip: Fa’side castle is a great location to explore Lothian and the Scottish Borders. Edinburgh is also very close. Only tip for visitors is to take care on the stairs.
A most delightful experience the ambiance was superb the feeling of being surrounded by history was great already have friends and family from Canada looking to stay in the castle when next they are over we have told them they will not be disappointed
Tip: We went to a local restaurant in Whitecraig called the Mercat which was excellent ,menu food and service were great and reasonably priced The vue’s from the castle are fantastic and the walks around the countryside were great
With Sue and Ian as friendly hosts, we’ve had a perfect stay at Faside Castle. It was an unique place to stay and Ian told us a lot about it’s history. Great job and good luck in the future and most important: stay healthy!
Tip: There are plenty of restaurants in Edingburgh or even Musselburgh. A visit to Edingburgh Castle is advisable, but there are many tourists. We loved to visit the vincinity Edingburgh, as it is more quiet.
We accept the following payment methods for our B&B holiday accommodation: Cash on arrival, Bank Transfer and PayPal. You can also book any of our B&B holiday accommodation.
A deposit to secure the B&B holiday accommodation is due upon booking. The balance is due at least one month prior to arrival and for last minute bookings a full payment is due upon booking. We reserve the right to declare the contract void, the deposit forfeit and to re-let the accommodation should the balance not have been received within the time limit.
Arrival times for the B&B holiday accommodation are after 2pm and departure times are before 11am. Please advise us of your estimated time of arrival upon booking. Also, please leave the property clean and tidy.
All the B&B holiday accommodation is cleaned between each let. However, as only a limited period of time is available to clean properties, it is a condition of your let that you leave the property and its contents as you find it.
The hirer shall ensure that the standard of cleanliness of the B&B holiday accommodation is as high on their departure as on their arrival. A surcharge will be levied if this condition is not observed. You are responsible for the care of the property and its contents including security during your stay. Please report any damages, losses and breakages.
Please be aware that we have dogs, cats and chickens. All the B&B holiday accommodation is non smoking. Linen and towels are provided. No more than the stated number may stay at the property and the Hirer shall not sub-let the premises or any part thereof.
The contract confers on the hirer the right to occupy the accommodation for a holiday only and terms of section 12 (schedule 4, paragraph 8) of the Housing (Scotland) Act 1988 is not an ‘assured tenancy’.
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A deposit of 15% of the booking total is required to reserve the B&B holiday accommodation when making a booking outwith 7 days of the stay. Full payment is required for any booking made within 7 days of a stay. This deposit will be refunded if cancelled more than 28 days before arrival. In the event of a no show, a booking reduction (after arrival date), or a cancellation within 7 days of the stay the full cost of the original booking will be charged.