Describe the best wedding that happened at Macdonald Houstoun House?
It is very hard to pick just one, it sounds cliché but every wedding is amazing in their own way, we have met incredible families who have travelled from a far, insane decor and some amazing entertainment !
What is your No. 1 wedding planning tip for couples?
Remember it is your wedding day! Here at Houstoun House we thrive on making your day the way you want it, this includes flexible packages and a team that will go above and beyond to make your dream wedding a reality!
What’s your favourite personal touch you’ve seen at a wedding?
There are so many! We had a wedding recently who had caricaturist transfer tattoos as their favours, there are so many little touches you can add, it is a very exciting time in the wedding industry!
Describe Macdonald Houstoun House in 5 adjectives
Romantic, historic, flexible, inviting, beautiful grounds
Where’s the best photo spot at Macdonald Houstoun House?
With over 20 acres of private gardens, you will never be stuck for a beautiful photo opportunity - our vaulted bar is super quirky with lots of character which is also very popular for those indoor shots!
Have you had any celebrity guest or wedding at Macdonald Houstoun House?
Yes! We had Carol Smillie is an accredited humanist celebrant with the Humanist Society Scotland, conducting humanist, non-religious weddings.
What’s your favourite canapé?
Our personal favourite, and the one selected by most couples, is our Haggis bonbons - they are a must try!
What’s your favourite midnight treat?
Homemade sausage rolls, they are amazing!
What is Macdonald Houstoun House most unique feature?
The Tower House which was built in the 1600s, we have managed to keep much of the history whilst putting a modern twist on some areas of the building.
What part of your business are you most proud of?
Team Houstoun! We had a newlywed couple who described our tam perfectly recently - 'The team at Houstoun House are like a family, we felt welcomed in to that family as soon as we arrived.' and I could not agree more!