Plane Castle Tower
Plane Tower circa 1430 is a truly impressive part of the Castle with views from the top of the Tower extending one way to the Ochil Hills and the lower Highlands and in the others to the Battle of Bannockburn and the Forth Bridges near Edinburgh.
Situated over 3 floors the accommodation in this part of the Castle offers flexibility. The Ground floor houses the Kitchen which is fully equipped with all mod cons such as dishwasher, microwave, washing machine and fridge freezer.
The Medieval Hall ,on the first floor, is a generously proportioned room with many original 15th century features inc carved stone fireplace, Garderobe chamber and window seats. The Celtic designs painted on the beams and ceiling depict the story of the Castle’s history inc the Battle of Bannockburn.
All bedroom accommodation is on the second floor comprising of a double bedroom and twin bedroom. Both these bedrooms feature beautifully exposed stone walls and beams and the double room also has a beautifully arched window seat with views across the rolling open countryside.
On the third floor stands the commanding Edwardian Crown Room added onto the Tower in 1908. The 21 windows give 360 degree panoramic views over seven counties and views of the Forth Bridges to the East , The Trossachs to the West and to the North views of the lower Highlands.
This room has TV and DVD , comfortable seating for 8 guests and a Jotul wood burning stove. It is possible to sleep a further 4 guests ( one double and two single fold out futons) in this room which can be divided by a heavy room hanging.
This property is part of Plane Castle. Plane Castle can be rented as two seperate properties, the tower or the manor or both can be rented together to provide accommodation for up to 18 people. Find out more about Plane Castle.
