If you'd like to see Scotland in festive form on a self catering castle break to the region, a great time to visit could be during the festival of the nation's patron saint.
St Andrew's Day is held on November 30th and if you plan your castle rental Scotland break to the town of the same name around this time, you'll find a party atmosphere awaits you - and how better to cheer up a dreary winter's day? Why not choose a Scottish castle to rent with a group of friends and take a break together to really enjoy the festival? If you want to be in the centre of it all, journey to the medieval town of St Andrews, where you'll find plenty to keep you entertained.
Every year, the area holds all sorts of events to mark the saint's day, which is especially important to the town as it is said to have been the destination of his remains, which were brought to the region by a Greek monk, according to legend.
The town comes alive during the festival with music, art exhibitions, plays and concerts of classical and traditional music.
And while you have the run of a castle, why not organise your own party to continue the celebrations with your fellow travellers after nightfall? While you're in St Andrews, don't forget to explore what the town has to offer aside from all the festivities.
Known as the home of golf, you'll find the links in the locale, made up of seven courses.
Try out the facilities at the Royal and Ancient Golf Club of St Andrews for example and pit your putting skills against one another on the green.
There's plenty of scenery to render you awestruck along with antique architecture to marvel at, and if you're a fan of wildlife, you might enjoy taking a boat ride from the pier to nearby May Island, where you'll find a nature reserve.
Whatever you choose to do, make sure you're back in time from your day trips to make the most of the evening ceilidhs!