Meldrum House is one of the northernmost venues on the NCG Top 100s: GB&I Golf Resorts list, sitting in northeast Scotland. The Graeme-Webster designed golf course is a challenge, while the house itself dates back almost eight centuries. The hotel provides characteristic accommodation, along with sublime and unique gastronomic options.  

 

The golf course at Meldrum House recently celebrated its 25th anniversary, and Webster’s design will make you think throughout the round. Ten of the 18 holes feature water hazards, with some of that showing from the very start. The par 5 11th is one of the best holes on the course and has an incredible array of 15 bunkers sitting in front of the green. There is also a stunning practice facility with a driving range and short game area, which houses three greens built to USGA-specification.  

 

The characteristic country hotel offers accommodation in a variety of forms. There are rooms and suites in the Manor House and Stables, along with a choice of 28 offerings in the Estate House. The Chain Lodge is a five-bedroom property, with each room being named after a famous golf course, including Carnoustie, Muirfield and St Andrews. There is also a sublime range of gastronomic options, including the unique Dome Dining. There are many domes in the manor house's garden, each with wooden flooring and tailor-made furniture.  

 

 

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The Knights Golf Course at Meldrum House is a great parkland design by Graeme Webster, one that reaches 7,000 yards from the back tees. Don’t be alarmed, as there are five tees to choose from to make sure your game is enjoyable, but keep an eye out for the water, which comes into play on ten holes.  

 

That water appears on the 1st with a large hazard sitting in front of the green. The dog-leg right par 4 2nd also features water on its right side while the 3rd might not have water, but it is a 240-yard par 3 from the back tees. The 5th is the longest hole on the property at more than 610 yards but does not feature any water hazards. 7, 8, 9 and 10 all feature water hazards, before you get to the sublime 11th. 

 

As a par 5 at 550 yards long, it doesn’t scream that there is anything different about it. However, there are 15 small bunkers in front of the green, supplying an incredible viewpoint from the fairway. The 17th is a risk-reward short par 4. Measuring 300 from the back tees, the green is in reach for the longer hitters, but there are five bunkers short, trees right and the water hazard on the 18th around 20 yards behind the green. 18 is a downhill par 3 over water which takes you back to the clubhouse.  

There is plenty of choice when it comes to accommodation at Meldrum House, with options in the Manor House and the Stables, along with a choice of almost 30 offerings in the Estate Rooms.  

 

The Estate Wing was opened by legendary football manager Sir Alex Ferguson in 2016, and there are 28 rooms and suites available. The Estate Guestroom comes with a king-sized bed and separate baths and showers. The Estate Superior and Estate Deluxe add another level of luxury, with two of the Deluxe Rooms having their own private balcony to enjoy the sunset on.  

 

The Manor House has Manor Doubles and Manor Masters Rooms, along with the Turret and Laird Suites, the latter being the grandest of all. The Stables are adjacent to the Manor House, and there are 13 rooms on offer. With king-sized or twin beds available, these are perfect rooms for families looking to stay at Meldrum.  

 

The Chain Lodge is the most luxurious offering at Meldrum House. Located at the start of the driveway into the estate, the five-bedroom property can sleep up to ten guests, making it the perfect spot for larger groups to rest their heads and relax. The five bedrooms – named Meldrum House, Cruden Bay, St Andrews, Muirfield and Carnoustie (for obvious reasons) - all offer a range of king, double and twin beds for the whole family.  

There is something incredibly unique about Meldrum House when you compare it to other venues on the NCG Top 100s: GB&I Golf Resorts list. As you can see from the picture at the top of this page, there are private dining domes that are outside the house itself. They have wooden flooring, Bluetooth speakers and tailor-made furniture. It is something you won’t see again on this list... 

 

There are plenty of other gastronomic options at Meldrum House. The Pineapple – Grill and Seafood and the 1236 @ Cave Bar, named after the almost 800-year history of the venue, also offer great food and social experiences. The Titan Sky Bar offers stunning views of the region and the countryside, while allowing guests to enjoy a wide array of spirits and cocktails.  

Where is Meldrum House?  
Meldrum House sits just outside the town of Oldmeldrum in Aberdeenshire, Scotland. Aberdeen, the biggest city in the area, is 20 miles from Meldrum House to the southeast. The venue is also located just outside the Cairngorms National Park.  

What is the nearest airport and station to Meldrum House?  
Aberdeen International Airport is the third biggest in Scotland – behind only Edinburgh and Glasgow Airports. It is 15 miles from Meldrum House and saw almost 2 million passengers travel through in 2022. Edinburgh Airport, the busiest in Scotland, sits 140 miles to the south of Meldrum House and offers a much wider range of flight destinations.  

 

The nearest train station to Meldrum House is Inverurie, which sits on the line that services Inverness and Aberdeen. Trains run frequently in both directions, with at least two trains per hour. The service also stops at Dyce, which is a short journey from Aberdeen International Airport. Inverurie is around six miles from Meldrum.  

What golf facilities does Meldrum House offer?  
The practice facilities at Meldrum House are sublime. The sheltered bays on the driving range all feature the latest TopTracer technology, while there are also a row of grass tees to allow golfers to practice in the same conditions that they will find out on the golf course. 

 

Along with the driving range, the ‘Chippers Alley’ has three USGA-standard greens. This world class short game area includes a dedicated pitching green which features two practice bunkers, along with a full-size putting green.  

 

With the venue celebrating its 25th anniversary in 2023, Meldrum House’s pro shop has a range of branded apparel with the 25th anniversary logo on. There are also products from Under Armour, G/FORE, J.Lindeberg and more.  

Does Meldrum House offer golf lessons?  
There is plenty of scope to receive coaching and tuition at Meldrum House. There are PGA-qualified professionals on site to offer advice and analysis, with the use of the TopTracer technology that can offer a range of stats on balls hit on the driving range. Lessons are available for golfers of all ages and abilities, with lessons being tailored to each person’s needs.  

What are the green fees at Meldrum House?  
The price of a green fee at Meldrum House changes throughout the year, depending on the season. It is also different depending on whether it is a weekday or weekend. There are also stay & play packages available at the resort.  

 

For more information on current green fees and offers at Meldrum House, visit their website here. 

What accommodation is on offer at Meldrum House?  
There is something for everyone when it comes to accommodation at Meldrum House. The Manor House, Stables and Estate Rooms all offer luxurious stays in a manner of guises, while the Chain Lodge is an incredible five-bedroom property that can sleep ten, perfect for larger groups visiting Scotland.  

What other resorts are nearby?  
Meldrum House is somewhat on its own in the northeastern corner of Scotland when it comes to other venues on the NCG Top 100s: GB&I Golf Resorts list. Only the Macdonald Aviemore Resort is as far north into Scotland, but that is almost two hours to the west of Meldrum House. Murrayshall and Gleneagles, which are both north of Edinburgh, are also around the two-hour mark from Meldrum. 

 

  

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