Website: http://www.buittlecastle.co.uk
A lovely county castle surrounded by Belted Galloway cattle and sheep. The castle grounds have a fruit trees, herbs and vegetables. Tobias is truly a wonderful gentleman and host. He prepared an amazing breakfast both mornings which consisted of local flavors ( haggis, blood pudding, potato cakes, eggs, bacon and sausage). Tobias gave us a tour of the chapel and grand hall with interesting history. Baron James prepared a formal dinner which was also delicious. We are Maxwell descendants by DNA and name so the link to this castle is intriguing.
I was made very welcome on arrival, with straightforward explanation regarding heating, breakfast order arrangements, the gardens etc. Breakfast served across the courtyard was lovely. It was also good to.meet the other guests there, and to.learn a little history of the castle directly from Tobias. I had little time to spend in the beautiful garden, as I had an evening engagement in Dumfries. However I enjoyed viewing it in the early morning from my window. I had a very comfortable stay and if I were in the area again it would be a great pleasure to return should the opportunity arise.
Tobias was always welcoming, attentive and a mine of knowledge and interest concerning the property. An excellent cook, too.