When you think of a Scottish castle in The Lowlands, this is probably how you imagined it, with ancient stone walls and huge open fireplaces – and is that a hint of a turret? This is indeed a 16th Century tower, extended into an adjoining byre. The unusual thing here is it's intimacy. With just four bedrooms in the tower, and a fifth in the other part of the home. There are character features in every room, but its interior is more contemporary than you might expect. Elegant velvet sofas and mahogany floorboards create a luxurious feel, while plush beds and roll-top baths promise relaxation. There's a modern games room with a ping-pong table and various boardgames, as well as an entertainment room that has an extensive library collection. For us, the standout feature is the master bedroom, accessed by a separate staircase and at the very top of the tower, along with its en-suite bathroom – it's hard not to feel like Rapunzel. You can hold events here too. The lower floor of the byre can host wedding receptions, meetings and celebration dinners. Speak to the host if you'd like to know more.

Additional fees

• There may be some extra fees to pay here, such as charges for utilities, final cleaning fees, city tax and security deposits – all of which you may need to pay in cash to the homeowner. Please reach out during the booking process to confirm.

Additional fees subject to a 3.5% handling charge.