If you're looking for a ski break close to home, you might like to find a castle to rent in Scotland and take to the slopes of Glenshee.
You may be surprised to discover that the price to hire a castle is more affordable than many people imagine, especially if you're travelling in a group and are able to split the cost.
For a week or so you could be king or queen of your own castle, or if you'd prefer something smaller but equally as grand, you might want to look for a mansion in Scotland for your break.
Once you've got settled in your accommodation, it's time to head off and explore your surroundings.
Glenshee is situated in Perthshire and has become a top attraction for skiing fans.
Travel to the Spittal of Glenshee, where you'll find a Megalithic standing stone behind the old church and lots of picturesque scenery of the neighbouring valleys.
Journey on to reach the skiing centre, which offers all kinds of facilities.
Glenshee began operating in the 1960s and grew in popularity over the years to become the UK's largest ski centre.
The resort spans four mountains and three valleys and offers extensive skiing and snowboarding opportunities for all the family.
Open between December and April depending on the amount of snowfall, the resort boats 40 km of pisted runs, the longest of which is Glas Maol - stretching over 2 km and perfect for skiers with plenty of stamina.
There are 21 lifts and 36 runs in total over all kinds of terrain and you're sure to find something to suit your ability as the centre caters for all standards of skier.
If you're a novice or a total beginner, you can take some private lessons to get to grips with the sport.
Alternatively, join a class and get to know other skiers with the same ability.
Groups can be taught by hiring an instructor and for advanced skiers there's always race training to help you perfect your skiing at speed.
After you've exhausted the slopes, call in at some of the neighbouring towns and villages to take in some authentic ceilidhs at the local bars.
The resort is on the border of Perthshire and Aberdeenshire so you're sure to find plenty to do if you travel further afield on the odd daytrip.
You may be surprised to discover that the price to hire a castle is more affordable than many people imagine, especially if you're travelling in a group and are able to split the cost.
For a week or so you could be king or queen of your own castle, or if you'd prefer something smaller but equally as grand, you might want to look for a mansion in Scotland for your break.
Once you've got settled in your accommodation, it's time to head off and explore your surroundings.
Glenshee is situated in Perthshire and has become a top attraction for skiing fans.
Travel to the Spittal of Glenshee, where you'll find a Megalithic standing stone behind the old church and lots of picturesque scenery of the neighbouring valleys.
Journey on to reach the skiing centre, which offers all kinds of facilities.
Glenshee began operating in the 1960s and grew in popularity over the years to become the UK's largest ski centre.
The resort spans four mountains and three valleys and offers extensive skiing and snowboarding opportunities for all the family.
Open between December and April depending on the amount of snowfall, the resort boats 40 km of pisted runs, the longest of which is Glas Maol - stretching over 2 km and perfect for skiers with plenty of stamina.
There are 21 lifts and 36 runs in total over all kinds of terrain and you're sure to find something to suit your ability as the centre caters for all standards of skier.
If you're a novice or a total beginner, you can take some private lessons to get to grips with the sport.
Alternatively, join a class and get to know other skiers with the same ability.
Groups can be taught by hiring an instructor and for advanced skiers there's always race training to help you perfect your skiing at speed.
After you've exhausted the slopes, call in at some of the neighbouring towns and villages to take in some authentic ceilidhs at the local bars.
The resort is on the border of Perthshire and Aberdeenshire so you're sure to find plenty to do if you travel further afield on the odd daytrip.
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