THE Traitors is dominating screens at the moment with viewers hooked on the drama – and the stunning setting.
The BBC reality show, fronted by Claudia Winkleman, is filmed at the beautiful Ardross Castle, a stunning 19th century property in the Scottish Highlands, near Inverness.
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And fans of the edge-of-your-seat telly competition are flocking to the area, with a 25 per cent increase in train bookings to Inverness after the first series aired.
Now travel experts at Airbnb have picked their top Scottish Castle stays so faithfuls can recreate their own Traitors-style stately home experience, after research showed two in five Brits have been inspired by TV shows to visit more of the UK.
Amanda Cupples, General Manager for the UK and Northern Europe at Airbnb, said: “Airbnb hosts open up their doors to some of the most incredible spaces in the UK, including breathtaking settings – such as our most wishlisted Scottish castle stays.
“With The Traitors the TV show on everybody’s lips, our range of stunning castle stays can transport guests to their very own Traitors-esque sanctum.
“Bring your wildest imaginations to life, with a screen-worthy castle get-away – suitable for both traitors and faithfuls.”
Here are the most wishlisted castle stays in Scotland:
Kilbryde Castle, Stirling
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Kilbryde Castle, Central Scotland, is set in stunning gardens only open to the public once a year, but available freely for guests to wander around.
Guests are invited to ‘come stay in a castle’ at this property, which sleeps up to four people.
Scone Palace, Perth and Kinross
Scone Palace has an exciting and colourful history.
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The crowning place of the Kings of Scots, it houses an outstanding collection of antiques, paintings and rare artefacts.
Up to six guests can stay here.
The Mansion House, Clackmannanshire
The Mansion House is a fully modernised Victorian Mansion built in 1889 in a private and secluded setting.
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It is the perfect location for exploring central Scotland and its scenic beauty – ideal for a host of activities such as golf, hill walking, cycling, fishing.
Visitors can stay in one of two beautiful bedrooms in this home.
Cats Castle, Argyll and Bute
Built in 1888, Cats Castle sits on two acres of land beyond the western edge of Dumbarton.
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The property – which can sleep up to a dozen guests – has stunning river views down the Firth of Clyde.
Cambo, Fife
Built in 1881, Cambo is an impressive Victorian mansion house, which lies at the heart of a 1200 acre estate in one of the most unspoiled areas of Scotland.
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Located near St Andrews it is the ideal spot for a winter getaway, where guests can enjoy woodland walks and unwinding in the calming atmosphere of the surroundings.
Guests can stay at one of 16 rooms in this stunning home.
St. Benedict’s Abbey, Highlands
St. Benedict’s Abbey is one of the finest old buildings in the north of Scotland with a fascinating history.
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Surrounded on three sides by water, the abbey is set in 20 acres of beautiful garden grounds, which extend right down to the shoreline of Loch Ness.
There’s only one room in this property – but you can go for a swim in the former chapel, which has been turned into a pool.
Thornton Castle, Aberdeenshire
Thornton Castle dates from the 13th century and is full of historic features.
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Wander the large garden with its chickens and ducks, or explore the croquet lawn and an all-weather tennis court.
There are two pretty rooms available in this Aberdeenshire property.
