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  • This is our largest bedroom. It is over 45 sq m in size and has a stunning ensuite bathroom.
  • Lady Violet's bedroom has its own dressing room and an ensuite bathroom. It is with out one of the most impressive bedrooms at Hillhouse.
  • Our bathrooms at Hillhouse are finished to the highest standard with underfloor heating, powerful showers, large deep baths and marble surrounds.
  • A large and delightful room with views on two sides to the gardens. This bedroom has an ensuite bathroom.
  • Another large and impressive room that was formerly the Old Nursery. It too has a large ensuite bathroom.
  • Another view of the Old Nursery bedroom. All rooms have flatscreen televisions.
  • This is an enchanting room with a great view of the gardens. This room shares a large bathroom with The McKerrell Room. This room has a sink in it enabling guests to brush teeth and shave without having to leave their room.
  • Another room with and ensuite bathroom. This room has an outlook onto a sea of Rhododendrons.
  • This is another enchanting room with a great view of the gardens. This room shares a large bathroom with The Major's Room. This room has a sink in it enabling guests to brush teeth and shave without having to leave their room.
  • This room is one of our two second floor rooms. Both rooms have an ensuite bathroom and wonderful views out to the sea.
  • This room has great views from two sides. It has an ensuite bathroom. It is one of the nicest rooms in the West Wing.
  • This room is one of our two second floor rooms. Both rooms have an ensuite bathroom and wonderful views out to the sea.
  • This is a stunning dining room that can also be used for dancing. The Ball Room can sit up to 36 guests at four tables or up to 20 guests at the table seen in this picture.
  • Relax by the fire, read the papers, watch TV or use our complimentary PC and printer in the Library.
  • Relax by the fire, read the papers, watch TV or use our complimentary PC and printer in the Library.
  • Entertain your guests for pre dinner drinks in our stunning Drawing Room or simply relax by the fire, play cards and read the papers.
  • Entertain your guests for pre dinner drinks in our stunning Drawing Room or simply relax by the fire, play cards and read the papers.
  • This dining room sits up to 14 guests at the table seen in the picture. Guests may use this dining room if they wish to cook a meal for themselves with the Guest Kitchen is situated next door.
  • One of the most beautiful kitchens to relax in. It is also fully equipped so that you can cater for any meal. The kitchen has a TV, sound system and an Aga. This kitchen is solely for the use of our guests. Our staff can work away in our other staff kitchen, meaning we won't disturb you whilst we prepare your next gourmet meal!
  • The walled gardens are full of wonderful herbaceous borders and rose beds, meaning it shows great colours all summer long and into the early autumn. The buildings in the background are the stables.
  • The West Dining Room. Sits up to 14 guests at the table seen in the picture. Guests may use this dining room if they wish to cook a meal for themselves with the Guest Kitchen is situated next door.
  • An aerial view of Hillhouse Estate
  • The Games Room. A wonderful room to relax in. It has its own bar and fridge, a full size snooker table, high quality sound system with ipod connection and also a 50 inch TV & home cinema system. The TV is connected to a Sky HD satellite box and receives all channels including all sports and movies.
  • A view of Hillhouse from the Stableyard on a September morning.
  • The Drawing Room. Entertain your guests for pre dinner drinks in our stunning Drawing Room or simply relax by the fire, play cards and read the papers.
  • The west approach to Hillhouse.
  • The Garden Room (45 sq m).This is our largest bedroom. It is over 45 sq m in size and has a stunning ensuite bathroom.
  • Hillhouse was built in 1780.
  • The Guest Kitchen. One of the most beautiful kitchens to relax in. It is also fully equipped so that you can cater for any meal. The kitchen has a TV, sound system and an Aga. This kitchen is solely for the use of our guests. Our staff can work away in our other staff kitchen, meaning we won't disturb you whilst we prepare your next gourmet meal!
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  • The Ball Room. This is a stunning dining room that can also be used for dancing. The Ball Room can sit up to 36 guests at four tables or up to 20 guests at the table seen in this picture.
  • Treat yourself to a beauty treatment or massage in our Spa.
  • The croquet lawn
  • Mrs Thorneycroft's Bedroom (36 sq m). A large and delightful room with views on two sides to the gardens. This bedroom has an ensuite bathroom.
  • The Drawing Room. Entertain your guests for pre dinner drinks in our stunning Drawing Room or simply relax by the fire, play cards and read the papers.
  • The Library. Relax by the fire, read the papers, watch TV or use our complimentary PC and printer in the Library.
  • A view of Hillhouse in from the Stableyard on a May afternoon
  • The Guest Kitchen. One of the most beautiful kitchens to relax in. It is also fully equipped so that you can cater for any meal. The kitchen has a TV, sound system and an Aga. This kitchen is solely for the use of our guests. Our staff can work away in our other staff kitchen, meaning we won't disturb you whilst we prepare your next gourmet meal!
  • The Games Room. A wonderful room to relax in. It has its own bar and fridge, a full size snooker table, high quality sound system with ipod connection and also a 50 inch TV & home cinema system. The TV is connected to a Sky HD satellite box and receives all channels including all sports and movies.
  • Our spiral staircase was the first cantilever staircase to be built in Scotland
  • Lady Violet's Bedroom (30 sq m). This bedroom has its own dressing room and an ensuite bathroom. It is with out one of the most impressive bedrooms at Hillhouse.
  • The west approach to Hillhouse.
  • Treat yourself to a beauty treatment or massage in our Spa.
  • The croquet lawn
  • The Study. Sit in piece and read the newspapers or your book. The Study also has Sky Satellite TV
  • The Library. Relax by the fire, read the papers, watch TV or use our complimentary PC and printer in the Library.
  • 50 inch TV for presentation with PC connectivity. We also have a projector available.
  • he West Dining Room set up for a board meeting. The room has wifi.
  • The Ball Room. This is a stunning dining room that can also be used for dancing. The Ball Room can sit up to 36 guests at four tables or up to 20 guests at the table seen in this picture.
  • A light lunch can be taken between meetings or something more elaborate should you wish.
  • Lady Violet's Bedroom (30 sq m). This bedroom has its own dressing room and an ensuite bathroom. It is with out one of the most impressive bedrooms at Hillhouse.
  • The walled garden is the perfect place to relax between meetings. It is also the perfect place in which to participate in one of the many activities we can organise for you
  • The Games Room is the perfect place in which to relax after or between meetings.
  • The Drawing Room is a very elegant room that can be used for pre dinner drinks or as a break out room.
  • Our bespoke luxury marquees are tailored to suit each and every individuals tastes and requirements. Every client can choose from a range of different layouts, fixtures, fittings and linings. Most clients choose our clear sided marquees that let more light inside and also allow great views of the gardens outside.
  • Our bespoke luxury marquees are tailored to suit each and every individuals tastes and requirements. Every client can choose from a range of different layouts, fixtures, fittings and linings. Most clients choose our clear sided marquees that let more light inside and also allow great views of the gardens outside.
  • We can arrange pretty much anything that you wish. This horse drawn carriage provided a wonderful spectacle.
  • Our bespoke luxury marquees are tailored to suit each and every individuals tastes and requirements. Every client can choose from a range of different layouts, fixtures, fittings and linings. Most clients choose our clear sided marquees that let more light inside and also allow great views of the gardens outside.
  • Our bespoke luxury marquees are tailored to suit each and every individuals tastes and requirements. Every client can choose from a range of different layouts, fixtures, fittings and linings. Most clients choose our clear sided marquees that let more light inside and also allow great views of the gardens outside.
  • Our bespoke luxury marquees are tailored to suit each and every individuals tastes and requirements. Every client can choose from a range of different layouts, fixtures, fittings and linings. Most clients choose our clear sided marquees that let more light inside and also allow great views of the gardens outside.
  • The house and our manicured grounds provide a magnificent back drop to your wedding.
  • Our bespoke luxury marquees are tailored to suit each and every individuals tastes and requirements. Every client can choose from a range of different layouts, fixtures, fittings and linings. Most clients choose our clear sided marquees that let more light inside and also allow great views of the gardens outside.
  • Our bespoke luxury marquees are tailored to suit each and every individuals tastes and requirements. Every client can choose from a range of different layouts, fixtures, fittings and linings. Most clients choose our clear sided marquees that let more light inside and also allow great views of the gardens outside
  • Our bespoke luxury marquees are tailored to suit each and every individuals tastes and requirements. Every client can choose from a range of different layouts, fixtures, fittings and linings. Most clients choose our clear sided marquees that let more light inside and also allow great views of the gardens outside
  • Our bespoke luxury marquees are tailored to suit each and every individuals tastes and requirements. Every client can choose from a range of different layouts, fixtures, fittings and linings. Most clients choose our clear sided marquees that let more light inside and also allow great views of the gardens outside.
  • Our bespoke luxury marquees are tailored to suit each and every individuals tastes and requirements. Every client can choose from a range of different layouts, fixtures, fittings and linings. Most clients choose our clear sided marquees that let more light inside and also allow great views of the gardens outside.
  • Our bespoke luxury marquees are tailored to suit each and every individuals tastes and requirements. Every client can choose from a range of different layouts, fixtures, fittings and linings. Most clients choose our clear sided marquees that let more light inside and also allow great views of the gardens outside.
  • Our marquees can be personalised in any way you wish.
  • OOur bespoke luxury marquees are tailored to suit each and every individuals tastes and requirements. Every client can choose from a range of different layouts, fixtures, fittings and linings. Most clients choose our clear sided marquees that let more light inside and also allow great views of the gardens outside.
  • The entrance to the Walled Garden
  • A garden ceremony in April for 120 guests.
  • Our staff ready to offer your guests a glass of champagne as they arrive at the Walled Garden.
  • A more intimate Garden Ceremony in June. Our herbaceous borders flower all summer and provide a wonderful backdrop.
  • A more intimate Garden Ceremony in June. Our herbaceous borders flower all summer and provide a wonderful backdrop.
  • We take enormous pride in making sure that the grounds are in immaculate condition before each and every wedding.
  • We take enormous pride in making sure that the grounds are in immaculate condition before each and every wedding.
  • Bride and Bridesmaid adding some final touches!
  • A more intimate Garden Ceremony in June. Our herbaceous borders flower all summer and provide a wonderful backdrop
  • Hillhouse was built in 1780 and provides magnificent surroundings and ambience for your wedding.
  • The front hall of Hillhouse that greets you as you enter the house.
  • The West Dining Room set up for a ceremony for 36 guests.
  • The West Dining Room set up for a ceremony for 36 guests.
  • The Ball Room. This is a stunning dining room that can also be used for dancing. The Ball Room can sit up to 36 guests at four tables as seen in this picture.
  • Choose flowers and tableware to suit whatever taste you may have.
  • The West Dining Room set up for a ceremony for 20 guests.
  • The West Dining Room set up for a ceremony for 20 guests.
  • Choose flowers and tableware to suit whatever taste you may have.
  • Choose flowers and tableware to suit whatever taste you may have.
  • The Ball Room. This is a stunning dining room that can also be used for dancing. The Ball Room can sit up to 36 guests at four tables as seen in this picture.
  • Pan fried scallops from the West Coast of Scotland with crispy pancetta and delicious Stornaway black pudding
  • Afternoon tea
  • Pan fried scallops from the West Coast of Scotland with crispy pancetta and delicious Stornaway black pudding
  • We will lay on one of the best BBQs you have ever had.
  • Pan fried scallops from the West Coast of Scotland with crispy pancetta and delicious Stornaway black pudding
  • Spiced carrot soup
  • The Ball Room. This is a stunning dining room that can also be used for dancing. The Ball Room can sit up to 36 guests at four tables as seen in this picture.
  • Lemon meringue roulade
  • Lemon posset with summer fruits and homemade shortbread
  • Sole florentine with petit pois, courgette and mashed potato
  • The croquet lawn set up for a BBQ the evening before the wedding.
  • Oak roasted salmon with quails egg and hollandaise in a filo basket
  • Afternoon tea
  • Tables in one of our marquees set up for a wedding breakfast
  • Pan fried scallops from the West Coast of Scotland with crispy pancetta and delicious Stornaway black pudding
  • Afternoon tea
  • Pan fried scallops from the West Coast of Scotland with crispy pancetta and delicious Stornaway black pudding
  • We will lay on one of the best BBQs you have ever had.
  • Pan fried scallops from the West Coast of Scotland with crispy pancetta and delicious Stornaway black pudding
  • Spiced carrot soup
  • The Ball Room. This is a stunning dining room that can also be used for dancing. The Ball Room can sit up to 36 guests at four tables as seen in this picture.
  • Lemon meringue roulade
  • Lemon posset with summer fruits and homemade shortbread
  • Sole florentine with petit pois, courgette and mashed potato
  • The croquet lawn set up for a BBQ the evening before the wedding.
  • Oak roasted salmon with quails egg and hollandaise in a filo basket
  • Afternoon tea
  • Tables in one of our marquees set up for a wedding breakfast
  • Janet Hunter our resident beauty and massage therapist preparing for her next treatment.
  • Janet Hunter our resident beauty and massage therapist preparing for her next treatment.
  • We only use the finest quality products.
  • There is no better way to relax during your stay than by having a massage or beauty treatment with our excellent beauty and massage therapist Janet Hunter.
  • There is no better way to relax during your stay than by having a massage or beauty treatment with our excellent beauty and massage therapist Janet Hunter.
  • Hot Stone Aromatherapy Massage.
  • Aromatherapy Massage.
  • One of the charter boats we can organise for you. The Western Isles are renowned as one of the top places to visit by boat in the world.
  • One of the charter boats we can organise for you. The Western Isles are renowned as one of the top places to visit by boat in the world.
  • South beach in Troon is great whether you wish to simply go for a wander, or try out some watersports such as kitesurfing or windsurfing. Troon has some of the best Kitesurfers and windsurfers in Scotland and they provide a great spectacle on a windy day.
  • South beach in Troon is great whether you wish to simply go for a wander, or try out some watersports such as kitesurfing or windsurfing. Troon has some of the best Kitesurfers and windsurfers in Scotland and they provide a great spectacle on a windy day.
  • South beach in Troon is great whether you wish to simply go for a wander, or try out some watersports such as kitesurfing or windsurfing. Troon has some of the best Kitesurfers and windsurfers in Scotland and they provide a great spectacle on a windy day.
  • Ayr Racecourse is Scotland's premier racecourse and hosts the Scottish National and the Ayr Gold Cup which is one of the richest races held in the UK.
  • Dumfries House is owned by HRH Prince of Wales. We can organise private tours of this stunning house for our guests.