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Macdonald Houstoun House

Macdonald Houstoun House

Nestled among 22 acres of private woodland and landscaped walled gardens this historic country house hotel is a charming 16th century tower house, once visited by Mary Queen of Scots and is now a luxurious retreat between Edinburgh and Glasgow, the perfect choice for any event, large or small from weddings, celebrations meetings or conferences.

Combining historical elegance with modern luxury, the Macdonald Houstoun House Hotel has everything under one roof to cater for all events from grand-scale banqueting and parties to business and corporate events. It’s an ideal location, minutes from the M8 and only a few miles from Edinburgh Airport makes it a great choice for those wanting to escape the city and treat their guests to an exceptional experience amongst superb surroundings.

The hotel features a large, grand ballroom space, the Houstoun Suite which is ideal for large scale events for up to 400 guests. It can also be partitioned into smaller spaces for up to 100 guests. Its neutral tones, natural daylight and private patio area makes an excellent backdrop for any event. For training sessions, meetings or as a breakout area choose the Strathbrock or Shairp Suites which can accommodate up to 100 and 80 guests respectively. With traditional décor and beautiful views these rooms are perfect for training sessions, meetings or small receptions. The hotel also has a dedicated boardroom, the Dower room, a peaceful environment for 12 guests.

Other fantastic amenities include sumptuous and beautifully furnished bedrooms and suites – perfect to retire to after your Big Day or relax after your conference. The hotel boasts 2 AA rosettes for the restaurant’s high standards and local quality plus a cosy Vaulted bar to meet in for drinks or an afternoon tea. Take advantage of the leisure club and Spa with its rejuvenating treatments and blissful surroundings.

Macdonald Houstoun House is 7 miles from Edinburgh Airport, 1.2 miles from Uphall Station, less than an hour to Glasgow and on the outskirts of Edinburgh just off the M8. Car parking is complimentary for guests.

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Venue Macdonald Houstoun House
Capacity 400 guests
Address Uphall
Broxburn
West Lothian
EH52 6JS
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Function Rooms & Event Spaces (4)

Houstoun suite - Macdonald Houstoun House

Houstoun suite

  • Max Capacity: 400
  • Dimensions: L:18.00m x W:17.00m
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    Decorated in earthy tones, with its own private bar, our elegant Houstoun Suite is the hotel's ballroom and ideal for a wide range of events.

    Designed for large conferences of up to 400 people, this flexible room can also be partitioned into two separate soundproofed spaces, each able to host up to 100 delegates. With plenty of natural light, and a private patio area, the Houstoun Suite is an excellent choice of meeting room, however you choose to arrange it.

    Capacity

    • Theatre: 400
    • Banqueting: 180
    • Cabaret: 120
    • Classroom: 130
    • U-Shape: 80
    • Boardroom: 80
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Strathbrock Suite - Macdonald Houstoun House

Strathbrock Suite

  • Max Capacity: 120
  • Dimensions: L:16.20m x W:8.30m
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    Located adjacent to Houstoun, the Strathbrock Suite has good accessibility and access to courtyard, offering an ideal room for private and corporate events up to 120 guests. The suite offers natural daylight throughout and it can also be partitioned into two separate, soundproofed areas.

    Capacity

    • Theatre: 120
    • Banqueting: 100
    • Cabaret: 60
    • Classroom: 40
    • U-Shape: 30
    • Boardroom: 30
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Shairp Suite - Macdonald Houstoun House

Shairp Suite

  • Max Capacity: 70
  • Dimensions: L:9.00m x W:8.00m
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    Set in the stable block, our Shairp Suite at Houstoun House provides a peaceful environment for a meeting for up to 70 people.

    With views across the surrounding countryside, this traditionally-decorated function room is also perfect for training sessions and business receptions for up to 60 guests.

    Capacity

    • Theatre: 70
    • Banqueting: 40
    • Classroom: 30
    • U-Shape: 24
    • Boardroom: 24
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Dower Room - Macdonald Houstoun House

Dower Room

  • Max Capacity: 12
  • Dimensions: L:8.20m x W:5.10m
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    As Houstoun House's dedicated boardroom, the Dower Room is a peaceful and exclusive environment for your business meetings. Gather up to 12 of your colleagues around the large mahogany table, hold a video conference and enjoy the comfort of the high-backed leather chairs.

    Capacity

    • Boardroom: 12
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Venue Features (16)

  • AV Equipment
  • Accommodation
  • Disability Access
  • Family Friendly
  • In-house Catering
  • Late Licence
  • Leisure Facilities
  • Licensed Bar
  • Local Public Transport
  • Music Licence
  • Outside Space
  • Parking
  • Self Catering Allowed
  • Smoking Area
  • Wedding License
  • Wi-Fi Access