For $230 a night, you and 12 friends can rent out a 16th-century castle in Scotland that was once in ruins. Take a look inside.

Mikhaila FrielAug 21, 2022, 16:44 IST

The exterior of Fenton Tower in Scotland before and after it was rebuilt.Courtesy of Fenton Tower

Fenton Tower is a 16th-century castle in Scotland that you can book on Airbnb.
The castle can host up to 13 guests, and a lodge on the castle grounds can host four extra guests.

Fenton Tower in North Berwick is a hotel and wedding venue that was built in the 16th century and restored in 2002, the property's manager Alan Thomson told Insider.

The exterior of Fenton Tower with Scottish bagpipers.Fenton Tower

The castle was passed down to various families until 1650 when it was demolished by Oliver Cromwell during England's invasion of Scotland.

Fentown Tower in its previous ruinous state before its refurbishment in 2002.Courtesy of Fenton Tower

It stood in ruins for more than 300 years until 1998, when the Simpson family (owners since the 1850s) commissioned a refurbishment to its original state.

Fentown Tower before its refurbishmentFenton Tower

The refurbishment was completed in 2002, and today the castle has four floors, seven bedrooms, and can accommodate 13 guests.

The exterior of Fenton Tower in Scotland.Fenton Tower

The castle is 20 miles east of Scotland's capital city, Edinburgh, and is a 10-minute drive to the closest beach, Thomson said.

A wide shot showing the surrounding area and grounds of Fenton Tower.Studio Karel/Shutterstock

But there's also plenty to do on the castle grounds, such as archery and clay shooting, he said. There's also a lake and plenty of open space for long walks.

Fenton Tower and the lake in its grounds.Studio Karel/Shutterstock

Thomson said that prices start from $6,100 for a minimum of two nights. That equates to around $3,000 per night or $230 per guest.

Fenton Tower in Scotland.Gordon Bell/Fenton Tower

The Great Hall on the ground floor is the castle's living area. The furniture and decor are light and airy, which Thomson said was intentional, so the castle appears like a country home.

The Great Hall on the ground floor.Fenton Tower

The Great Hall on the ground floor is the castle's living area. The furniture and decor are light and airy, which Thomson said was intentional, so the castle appears like a country home.

The library is adjacent to The Great Hall and has a flat screen TV and private bar, according to the website.

Fenton Tower's library.Fenton Tower

Thomson said that meals are served in the dining room for guests who request catering at an additional charge.

The dining room in Fenton Tower.Fenton Tower

Each of the bedrooms was designed differently. Pictured below is the Ruthven Suite on the second floor, with a king-sized bed, a writing table, a dressing room, and a bathroom.

One of the bedrooms inside Fenton Tower.Fenton Tower

Each of the bedrooms was designed differently. Pictured below is the Ruthven Suite on the second floor, with a king-sized bed, a writing table, a dressing room, and a bathroom.

Six of the bedrooms have en suites, and there's also a small single bedroom without an en suite, according to Thomson. The bathroom in the Ruthven Suite has a bath, a sink, a mirror, and a toilet.

The bathroom in the Ruthven Suite.Fenton Tower

Six of the bedrooms have en suites, and there's also a small single bedroom without an en suite, according to Thomson. The bathroom in the Ruthven Suite has a bath, a sink, a mirror, and a toilet.

Thomson told Insider that there's a separate lodge on the castle grounds that can accommodate up to four people with prices starting at around $970 for a minimum of three nights.

The exterior of Fenton Tower's lodge.Fenton Tower

Thomson told Insider that there's a separate lodge on the castle grounds that can accommodate up to four people with prices starting at around $970 for a minimum of three nights.

Fenton Tower can also be hired out for private parties and weddings, as the property can host up to 32 people in its dining area, Thomson said.

A traditional Scottish wedding ceremony held at Fenton Tower in Scotland.Fenton Tower

For larger weddings, marquees for up to 300 guests are available, according to the website.

A couple after their wedding at Fenton Tower in Scotland.Fenton Tower

Fenton Tower is particularly popular with American visitors, who Thomson says appreciate that the hotel is an "old property with modern interior."

Fenton Tower at night.Fenton Tower

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For $230 a night, you and 12 friends can rent out a 16th-century castle in Scotland that was once in ruins. Take a look inside.

Fenton Tower in North Berwick is a hotel and wedding venue that was built in the 16th century and restored in 2002, the property's manager Alan Thomson told Insider.

The castle was passed down to various families until 1650 when it was demolished by Oliver Cromwell during England's invasion of Scotland.

It stood in ruins for more than 300 years until 1998, when the Simpson family (owners since the 1850s) commissioned a refurbishment to its original state.

The refurbishment was completed in 2002, and today the castle has four floors, seven bedrooms, and can accommodate 13 guests.

The castle is 20 miles east of Scotland's capital city, Edinburgh, and is a 10-minute drive to the closest beach, Thomson said.

But there's also plenty to do on the castle grounds, such as archery and clay shooting, he said. There's also a lake and plenty of open space for long walks.

Thomson said that prices start from $6,100 for a minimum of two nights. That equates to around $3,000 per night or $230 per guest.

The Great Hall on the ground floor is the castle's living area. The furniture and decor are light and airy, which Thomson said was intentional, so the castle appears like a country home.

The library is adjacent to The Great Hall and has a flat screen TV and private bar, according to the website.

Thomson said that meals are served in the dining room for guests who request catering at an additional charge.

Each of the bedrooms was designed differently. Pictured below is the Ruthven Suite on the second floor, with a king-sized bed, a writing table, a dressing room, and a bathroom.

Six of the bedrooms have en suites, and there's also a small single bedroom without an en suite, according to Thomson. The bathroom in the Ruthven Suite has a bath, a sink, a mirror, and a toilet.

Thomson told Insider that there's a separate lodge on the castle grounds that can accommodate up to four people with prices starting at around $970 for a minimum of three nights.

Fenton Tower can also be hired out for private parties and weddings, as the property can host up to 32 people in its dining area, Thomson said.

For larger weddings, marquees for up to 300 guests are available, according to the website.

Fenton Tower is particularly popular with American visitors, who Thomson says appreciate that the hotel is an "old property with modern interior."