Christmas may be over, but there is plenty of time left to book a cosy winter getaway to escape the colder months.
While most will be looking to stay in a warm cottage or luxury hotel, those who are able to afford it can book out an entire castle. There are plenty of estates that can be rented this winter season, with one counting Mary Queen of Scots among its previous residents.
Borthwick Castle is a 600-year-old castle located around 12 miles from Edinburgh in the heart of the Scottish countryside on the Borders route. It was built in 1430 and has since been meticulously refurbished for private hire.
