Reviews

John and his wife were such great hosts. They made us feel at home. The castle is really beautiful with great views. Also very close to downtown Bolton with great restaurants. He also recommended restaurants to go for my birthday during our stay. I had a wonderful birthday weekend. Would definitely come back with friends and family!

Sarah & Jerry

Highlands Castle is one of the most beautiful and unique places we’ve ever had the pleasure of staying in! John and Yvonne are wonderful, kind people who are so welcoming! It was such a special experience that we can’t wait to visit again. We cannot give a better recommendation! This place is PRICELESS and so are the owners!

Paula

We recently spent several days at Highland Castle to celebrate our 30th anniversary. I can't say enough about how wonderful everything was! We couldn't have asked for a more special place, you felt like you were stepping back in time, but with all the comforts of current day. The King's Suite was amazing, so spacious and comfortable, and the view of Lake George - spectacular! We spent hours enjoying both the screened-in and outdoor areas, it was so peaceful and relaxing. I honestly felt that I could have spent every moment we had at Lake George without leaving the castle.

On top of the beautiful setting, our hosts John and Yvonne were so gracious and accommodating. They are very special people who truly care about their guests. We want to thank them again for their generosity and for sharing their home with us. John and Yvonne - you made our celebration that much more memorable, thank you for everything!

Hoping to come back again soon,
Joe & Li

Joe & Ligia

John and Yvonne having something special... unlike any other place we have been. The castle is incredibly detailed and unique, filled with hidden treasures to discover a little at a time. The view is truly spectacular. What a gem! Thank you for sharing your home. We look forward to staying here again in the future!

Juliana & Paul

John and his wife Yvonne were amazing hosts. The castle was even better than I had expected (and I had very high expectations). The terrace overlooking lake George was one of the most beautiful sights I have ever seen and not something that I will ever forget. Cannot wait to come back to visit lake George again, but next time with more of my family. An AMAZING weekend.

Anthony

Our stay was absolutely fabulous! A memorable weekend my boys and I will surely never forget. John and his wife were incredible hosts and went out of their way to make sure we were well taken care of. My family and I cannot wait to come back!

Julie

The Highlands Castle was definitely a fairytale! Everything from our arrival to our leave. John and his wife went above and beyond with the decorations, the environment, and lastly the overall structure of the place. They both were so polite and we loved speaking with them about the best places to go for food and outdoor fun. John and his wife also helped me make this weekend one for the ages. Making my proposal go smoothly from the start. My fiancée (now) was in awe the entire weekend. She kept telling me how magical and beautiful the entire grounds were. Lastly, the view!! The view is absolutely breathtaking!! Definitely worth every moment there! Thank you again for your hospitality, love, and kindness! We will be back soon!

Andrew

Outstanding views, beautiful scenery all around. Feels like a real palace, no regrets. John was a great host, and I had a graceful conversation with him!

Nabeel

It is extremely rare to find a location that exceeds expectations, one that is even more beautiful than the pictures posted online. This property, location, and host... these are the exceptions to that rule. Our stay over the long holiday weekend was absolutely perfect and more than I could have ever expected. If you appreciate castles, architecture, great hospitality, nature, small towns with wonderful food and people, or even just a picturesque view and a comfortable bed - this is the place for you! I’ve done my fair share of traveling and as a designer, I have pretty high standards for where I stay, so simply put, I HIGHLY recommend visiting any one of John’s locations. You will not be disappointed! If you get the chance, I also recommend chatting with John. A truly genuine man with a deep appreciation and connection to the immersive world he has created in Highland Castle. An experience you will never forget.

Margo

John’s place is like nothing other than perfection. The castle is stunning and the view leaves you speechless. I will be returning for sure!

Hank