30 Best Small Wedding Venues in Scotland for an Intimate Celebration
Dreaming of a romantic and intimate Scottish wedding? Check out these beautifully small wedding venues in Scotland
Whether you’re on the hunt for wedding budget hacks or you’ve simply always dreamed of an intimate celebration, choosing a small wedding venue has many benefits – and there are plenty of small wedding venues in Scotland!
Small weddings lend themselves to a fantastic atmosphere, and fewer people means a lower spend. That said, if you’re only having a select few guests at your wedding, you need a wedding venue that specifically caters to smaller guest lists. You don’t want to feel like you haven’t filled the venue, after all.
Scotland is a beautiful region to get married in thanks to its vibrant cities and dramatic landscapes. It also boasts some of the most enchanting small and intimate wedding venues around, as you'll discover below.
30 Beautiful Small and Intimate Wedding Venues in Scotland
From country houses to industrial wedding venues, we’ve hunted high and low for the best small wedding venues in Scotland. There’s bound to be something you adore in this lot…
1. Borthwick Castle, Midlothian
For more than six centuries, the stunning Borthwick Castle has soared high above its surrounding landscape. Today, it provides a magical setting for small weddings in Scotland. From the fairytale façade to the stately reception rooms and bedchambers, this intimate venue dazzles and offers the most enchanting escape for 'I dos.' There's even a spiralling staircase for those all-important wedding photos.
With 12 bedchambers, each with an en-suite bathroom, the couple and their wedding party can stay the night. An additional four loved ones can be housed in Crookston Cottage. The luxurious accommodations provide a relaxing retreat for when the dining and dancing have come to a close.
If the historical castle isn't enough, the grounds offer plenty of splendour as well. Towering trees and sweeping lawns with the Scottish landscape rolling in the distance makes for a beautiful backdrop as couples celebrate with their family and friends. Not to mention all those wonderful photo opportunities. One Hitched user described it as, "the most incredibly romantic wedding venue ever!"
- Capacity: Up to 85 guests
- Pricing: From £11,500
2. Riddle's Court, Edinburgh
Situated on Edinburgh's vibrant Royal Mile, Riddle’s Court is one of the most unique small wedding venues in Scotland that has been recently and extensively renovated. It accommodates wedding parties of between 12 and 60 guests, which gives you an idea of how intimate the space is.
It's also a small wedding venue packed with character and charm. Hitched users have said that, "Riddle's Court is a fantastic choice for history lovers, aesthetes or people looking for an alternative from the usual." The historic setting has a relaxed atmosphere that carries through all of its function rooms.
Each suite and chamber is spacious and suitable enough for wedding feasts and dancing. There are balconies for wedding photos and the space has a civil ceremony licence, so your entire day can be hosted under one roof.
The venue has a range of outstanding caterers, florists and entertainers on its books, too, so no matter what your wedding theme, this intimate wedding venue can help you achieve it. It was also the winner of a prestigious Hitched Wedding Award in 2023!
- Capacity: Up to 60 guests
- Pricing: Menus from £45
3. Dunskey Estate, Dumfries & Galloway
Whether you’re looking to marry in an ancient woodland, on the bank of a loch, in an award-winning walled garden, on a boat at dawn or inside an impressive Edwardian castle, the Dunskey Estate is a small wedding venue in Scotland that offers everything you could want. It even has a maze!
Couples will have exclusive access to the estate for three days (wedding weekend, anyone?), allowing you to fully immerse yourselves as Lord or Lady of the Manor. The in-house florist will gather together bouquets from the garden and the resident chef will whip up a sensory reception feast using local and seasonal ingredients.
Up to 50 guests can stay in the castle, while the eight lodges across the estate hold 30 more people. The rooms blend old-world charm, feature fireplaces and large antique windows with modern comforts like Tempur-Pedic mattresses.
In good weather, you can't do better than a serene woodland wedding, but the lavish reception spaces within the castle are hard to beat, too. The Great Hall is just crying out for a ceilidh.
This is truly an unparalleled small Scottish wedding venue – our reviews say, "no words are sufficient for capturing what a magnificent, special place Dunskey is."
- Capacity: Up to 80 guests
- Pricing: POA
4. McArthur Manor, Perthshire
One of many eye-catching small intimate wedding venues in Scotland, McArthur Manor, was originally built in 1795, a fact apparent throughout its beautiful, historical architecture.
The venue is available on an exclusive-use basis, allowing the special couple to host a truly private celebration with their nearest and dearest. The nearlyweds are allowed to decorate the venue to their liking, helping to make it feel even more like a home from home. Newlyweds have said, "The building has so much warmth, charm and character and it is beautifully decorated."
There are a variety of spaces throughout the manor that are ideal for hosting, along with accommodation for overnight stays. Self-catering is available for those staying, or it can be taken care of by the team's expert culinary pros.
While larger gatherings of up to 150 guests can be held here, there are plenty of rooms for smaller soirees, including one for up to 18.
- Capacity: 18-150 guests
- Pricing: From £4,650
5. House For An Art Lover, Glasgow
We’re low-key obsessed with House For An Art Lover – a contemporary and stylish small wedding venue in Glasgow, Scotland. It’s set within the beautiful surroundings of Bellahouston Park which offers endless backdrops for your wedding photography.
We love the Music Room for an intimate ceremony in front of your loved ones, and the Mackintosh Suite for your wedding breakfast, which can host up to 80 guests. But if neither of those suit, there are plenty of other beautiful rooms to choose from in this small wedding venue in Scotland.
When booking your wedding at House For An Art Lover, you’ll be enlisted a dedicated wedding coordinator who will ensure every step of the planning and organisation runs smoothly.
You’ll also receive a range of complimentary extras, including a cake stand and knife, fresh flower table centrepieces and indoor fairy lights to bring a magical warmth to the room come evening. There's even a quiet room for guests who want to escape from all the noise – one Hitched user said, "The quiet room was a perfect addition for guests who needed a more low-key environment while those who wanted to, danced the night away in the café on the dance floor."
- Capacity: Up to 150 guests
- Pricing: Menus from £69
6. The Dougarie Boathouse, Isle of Arran
Only two hours door-to-door from Glasgow, you'll feel in a different world at the beachside Boathouse, perched on the west coast of the Isle of Arran. Originally a sporting lodge, the Boathouse is now owned and operated by the islanders who've lovingly renovated it into a gorgeous and tranquil wedding venue that sits among incredible scenery.
You can marry on the beach in front of the Boathouse, with views over the Kilbrannan Sound towards the Mull of Kintyre, in a stunning circular castellated area – or by the magical Loch lorsa further into the Dougarie Estate. However, we love the Boathouse itself, which can hold up to 80 guests. It boasts many original, rustic features with all the modern facilities you could need to keep the day running smoothly.
Exclusive hire of the Boathouse can include accommodation split across Dougarie Estate; there are five luxury houses that can sleep 35 people, making it ideal for a whole weekend affair.
The island has a number of pretty churches, too, so you can choose between a religious ceremony, civil or humanist one. This happy newlywed puts it best: "If you are looking for a venue with a difference, this is it."
- Capacity: Up to 200 guests
- Pricing: From £2,500
- Deals: Good news for Hitched users – you can enjoy up to 50% off your wedding at this stunning venue!
7. Alladale Wilderness Reserve, Sutherland
Set in 100 square kilometres of Scottish Highlands lies this traditional Scottish lodge that can be your home and wedding venue for the weekend. With unbeatable views of the river, Glen Mor and Glen Alladale, it'll be hard not to spend most of your time looking out the window at the wildlife, which includes stags, pine martens, golden eagles and wildcats.
Turn your attention to the interior of the main lodge, however, and you'll be greeted with a sauna, fully equipped gym, commercial kitchen and resident chef, billiards room, dining room, drawing room with a baby grand piano and even a TV room. Phew! This building sleeps up to 14 guests.
On the rest of the estate, there are two further lodges: Eagle's Crag, which sleeps eight, and Ghillie's Rest, which sleeps four. All the properties at the Alladale Wilderness Reserve offer high-end comfort with unmatched landscape views.
Staff will also work with you to create the wedding of your dreams and ensure your intimate wedding is exactly as you want it.
If you want to get away from it all amongst a scenic and peaceful wedding setting with the best of British wildlife on your doorstep, Alladale is the small Scottish wedding venue for you.
- Capacity: Up to 24 guests
- Pricing: Menus from £300
8. Harvest Moon Holidays, East Lothian
Couples dreaming of getting married with sand beneath their feet on a stunning Scottish beach should look no further than Harvest Moon. This beautiful wedding venue and campsite has a range of beautiful spaces for al fresco nuptials, with the option of either a beach or woodland backdrop that can be as large or small as you like.
The team specialises in weekend-long celebrations, where friends and family can come together in one of the most breathtaking and unique small wedding venues in Scotland.
Between April and October, host your ceremony on the beach before retiring to the venue's romantic honeymoon cabin overlooking the sea at the end of the night. Alternatively, you can say your vows at the venue’s woodland site before spending the night in your very own treehouse. From 2025, couples will also be able to take advantage of the new wedding barn for their reception celebrations.
Oh, and don’t worry about your guests – they can stay in luxurious on-site accommodation, too! And they're sure to have a good time: "Harvest Moon is a magical place and even very reluctant glampers didn't want to leave," says one Hitched user.
- Capacity: Up to 250 guests
- Pricing: From £4,165
9. Kippilaw House, Scottish Borders
Couples dreaming of a magical woodland wedding day should add Kippilaw House to their shortlist. This pretty Georgian mansion, in the picturesque town of Melrose, is set in its own private forest – it even offers outdoor wedding ceremonies in one of the clearings!
There are three well-appointed reception rooms available if you don’t want to get married outside, each beautifully decorated. After your ceremony, you can have reception drinks on the lawn and take photographs on the grand staircase before tucking into a delicious wedding breakfast.
Although this wedding venue can cater for larger weddings, the packages they offer to small wedding parties are second-to-none. What’s more, if you have a wedding of up to 40 guests, each one will have a place to stay on your wedding night across the 15 bedrooms.
- Capacity: Up to 250 guests
- Pricing: Menus from £65
10. Skeabost House Hotel, Isle of Skye
Skeabost House Hotel sits on the beautiful Isle of Skye among 23 acres of Lochside woodlands and with picturesque views of the sea. Originally a hunting lodge built in 1871, it mixes original period features with contemporary furnishings for a stylish, luxury hotel wedding venue experience.
Perfect for intimate elopements and small weddings, this venue can host up to 82 guests and features an on-site chapel, an award-winning restaurant and cosy drawing room.
There are 18 beautifully-appointed bedrooms, including the Columba room: the honeymoon suite of dreams with high ceilings, windows that overlook the hotel gardens, and a four-poster bed.
For something truly special, you can hire out the hotel on an exclusive-use basis and turn your day into an unforgettable weekend house party in one of the most picturesque intimate wedding venues in Scotland.
- Capacity: Up to 82 guests
- Pricing: Menus from £85
11. The Harbour Chapel, East Lothian
This spectacular venue has got to be one of the most beautiful and unique spaces for small weddings in Scotland. The beautifully restored chapel is one of the oldest in the country, dating back to 1764. It still retains all its original features, including the scallop-shelled oak pulpit and the ornate Victorian stained glass windows, which originated from St Giles’ Cathedral in Edinburgh.
If you're after an atmospheric and historic location for your big day, the magical Harbour Chapel could be perfect for you – but don't just take our word for it! One newlywed said, "The Harbour Chapel is a stunning venue and the most magical place to celebrate a wedding! Nothing was too much to ask and everyone was made to feel very special."
You'll get to walk down the aisle of the church and exchange vows in front of the magnificent glass windows. After the ceremony, guests can move to the adjoining bar for a drink, while you make use of the stunning setting for your photos; you can also take a stroll to the picturesque harbour with its castle remains and spectacular views.
Back at the church, you'll dine in the nave on fabulous banqueting style tables that can seat up to 70, before the reception bar and dance floor open. You can even cut your wedding cake and make speeches from the old pulpit if you'd like!
- Capacity: Up to 120 guests
- Pricing: Menus from £65
12. Carrick Castle Estate, Argyll & Bute
Welcome to Carrick Castle Estate, a luxury and exclusive-use lodge and barn complex on the grounds of Carrick Castle. From rustic weddings to those that are modern and elegant, it’s the perfect blank canvas to host whatever kind of celebration you’ve been dreaming of.
Thanks to its range of rooms and function spaces, Carrick Castle Estate can host small weddings in Scotland for 30 guests or fewer to perfection, despite having space for many more.
You can say ‘I do’ outside against the backdrop of the dramatic Scottish landscape and castle before taking the party inside for cocktails, food and dancing.
There’s also accommodation on-site for 36 people across a luxury lodge and three beautiful cottages. This is definitely the place to be if you want satisfied guests, as this Hitched user pointed out: "We absolutely loved our time there and guests still talk about the incredible views and the accommodation!"
- Capacity: Up to 120 guests
- Pricing: Menus from £80
13. The Old Dr Bells Baths, Edinburgh
If you and your partner are looking for an urban space for your intimate nuptials, this might be it. The Old Dr Bells Baths is a Victorian building that blends architectural details of the past with modern styling beautifully. The monochrome walls provide a blank canvas ideal for different wedding themes and colour schemes – it's time to get creative!
The venue is well suited for gatherings of 80 to 150 people, making this a great option for couples searching for unique small wedding venues in Scotland. The vaulted space feels open and airy and it's all perfectly located near to the city for maximum convenience.
The team here has a variety of wedding packages available for couples to choose from. The on-house wedding designer and manager can assist you in helping you curate your dream day, too.
It's a magical option for city nuptials. Our users love it – one newlywed said, "We liked how the venue is so flexible on theme, with a beautiful blank canvas room that can be decorated to your own tastes."
- Capacity: Up to 150 guests
- Pricing: From £1,650
- Deals: Check out this venue's listing for exclusive Party Packages and Winter Wedding Packages for 2025.
14. Galloway Activity Centre, Dumfries & Galloway
If you're looking for something a bit different, the Galloway Activity Centre waterside resort is a rather unique wedding venue. Set among 22 acres of grounds overlooking Loch Ken, your backdrop will be rugged hills and calm waters. You'll arrive in style by boat – and Loch Ken will also be the view you look out on while dining on your wedding breakfast in the gorgeous glass-fronted reception room.
While this venue can hold up to 150 guests, there's only accommodation for 83 in its rustic cabins, traditional Mongolian Yurts and luxury eco pods, so this is a perfect number to cap your day at.
Host an outdoor ceremony and walk down the aisle to the sound of bagpipes before entertaining your guests at the reception drinks with a few of the site's favourite activities. There's archery, laser tag, dragon boating and even a climbing wall, so it's ideal if your guests are on the adventurous side and you want some amazing photos.
When it's time to dance the night away, you'll move from the reception room into the adjoining Boat Shed with its cool dance floor and adjacent 'Capsize Bar'. A perfect setting for a unique outdoor wedding with lots of fun and unexpected touches.
- Capacity: Up to 150 guests
- Pricing: From £7,500
15. Ness Walk, Inverness
With a maximum capacity of 60 guests, Ness Walk in Inverness is a small and intimate wedding venue in Scotland with an idyllic location on the leafy banks of the River Ness.
The hotel venue specialises in small weddings, where the happy couple are surrounded only by their nearest and dearest. Start the celebrations with a romantic ceremony in the quaint courtyard – with views of the gardens – before heading to the Riverbank Room for your wedding breakfast.
This beautiful space is undoubtedly the star of the show, with a south-facing glass wall offering views across the water.
- Capacity: Up to 60 guests
- Pricing: Menus from £149
16. Carfraemill, Scottish Borders
If you’re looking to get married at a rural wedding venue in Scotland, Carfraemill caters to small and large celebrations alike. It’s located in the town of Lauder, on the edge of the glorious Lammermuir Hills, so the views here really are the pièce de résistance.
As a restaurant, fabulous food is also at the heart of every wedding it hosts, so if you’re a foodie couple, you'll love what's available to you. The chefs work closely with local farms, dairies, kitchens and fishermen to create the most amazing seasonal menus.
If you fancy hosting a festival-themed wedding, head a mile up the hill from Carfraemill to its own farm. The views are even more magnificent there than they are from the main lodge below, and you can celebrate beneath a plethora of tipis, tents and marquees (as sheep wander through the grass nearby).
Your wedding party can stay in 10 beautifully-styled country lodge rooms and two hillside cottages over the course of your wedding weekend. One Hitched user said, "There is definitely something to be said for picking a smaller, more personal venue and I have absolutely no second thoughts about choosing Carfraemill as our wedding venue."
- Capacity: Up to 300 guests
- Pricing: POA
17. Kimpton Blythswood Square Hotel & Spa, Glasgow
Stunning pillars, marble floors, wood panelling – if you're looking for small wedding venues in Glasgow, Scotland, you won't find a chicer spot than Blythswood Square Hotel. It has everything you need for an intimate celebration that still feels grand – think twinkling chandeliers (the second largest in the country, in fact) and a beautiful staircase for serious photo ops.
Hosting up to 80 guests, it's perfect for small weddings packed full of personality, as there are plenty of ways to make this space completely your own.
You'll also have access to a private terrace for drinks, and Blythswood Square Gardens for your photos. Plus, if you're hosting a wedding with children, there's even a private screening room for the younger guests where they can watch their favourite movie or you can show a slideshow of family memories.
- Capacity: Up to 80 guests
- Pricing: Menus from £250
18. Cluny Bank Hotel, Moray
Situated near Forres, Moray, Cluny Bank Hotel is a historic manor offering lush manicured grounds and elegant interiors packed full of history. Outside you'll find the prettiest gardens and lush wooded areas, inside you'll find luxurious accommodation – what more could you ask for from small intimate wedding venues in Scotland?
This hotel wedding venue has maintained its Victorian charm while incorporating modern amenities and lavish interior design. Intimate weddings are this venue's speciality and the beautiful setting is ideal for celebrating with your closest friends and family.
Each room boasts amazing views of the Scottish countryside and hotel grounds, ideal for a mid-afternoon wander and the perfect backdrop for your wedding photographs.
When the celebrations have drawn to a close, you and your guests can retire to the seven impressive bedrooms.
- Capacity: Up to 60 guests
- Pricing: Menus from £50
19. Killearn Village Hall, Glasgow
Planning a countryside wedding but need excellent transport links? Then you have to check out Killearn Village Hall. This hidden gem overlooks the iconic Loch Lomond and is surrounded by tranquil countryside – you wouldn't think that it was just a short journey from the centre of Glasgow.
The team at Killearn Village Hall strive to create a friendly and communal atmosphere, the perfect accompaniment to the vintage charm of the building itself. The Main Hall can be the centre of your wedding celebrations, from rehearsal to reception.
Other facilities on the property include a vibrant Garden Room and Glebe, not to mention a beautiful balcony space offering stunning views of Loch Lomond. This has got to be one of the best views for small weddings in Scotland.
Whether you're having a humanist ceremony or a civil ceremony, Killearn Village Hall can cater to weddings of all kinds.
- Capacity: Up to 160 guests
- Pricing: Menus from £50
20. Lickleyhead Castle, Aberdeenshire
We love a castle wedding venue, and though it's small, Lickleyhead Castle is no exception. If you're looking for tiny wedding venues in Scotland, this idyllic property can be found by the banks of the Gadie Burn and is set amid rolling countryside while also being accessible from Aberdeen Airport.
Stretches of woodland, sweeping lawns and walled gardens feature throughout the 11-acre grounds, adding an air of enchantment that's perfect for an intimate fairy-tale wedding.
The Grade-A-listed establishment dates all the way back to the 16th century and can host micro weddings of up to 30 people. There are several settings in which to hold your ceremony, including the Great Hall, the on-site chapel, in the open air or beneath the gazebo.
Lickleyhead Castle is also an exclusive use wedding venue, so you can enjoy total privacy on your big day.
- Capacity: Up to 30 guests
- Pricing: From £500
21. Dunvegan Castle & Gardens, Isle of Skye
Set in the heart of the Isle of Skye, Dunvegan Castle & Gardens is like a fairy-tale setting brought to life. Despite the majestic exterior, this small Scottish wedding venue offers an intimate and enchanting setting for your ceremony.
Licensed for both civil and religious ceremonies, couples can host up to 50 guests. Choose to either exchange vows within the grand castle walls or amidst the manicured gardens during the warmer months.
The Victorian Walled Garden is a beautifully lush space that provides a charming setting for small ceremonies. While inside the castle, antique artwork, ornate furnishings and stunning chandeliers create a historical ambiance perfect for period-inspired celebrations. After the festivities, guests can retire to one of five luxury holiday cottages located within walking distance of the venue.
- Capacity: Up to 50 guests
- Pricing: From £3,000
22. The Famous Blacksmiths Shop, Gretna Green
Situated just north of the border between England and Scotland lies the historic village of Gretna Green, renowned for one of the most popular small wedding venues in Scotland – and indeed, on the planet – The Famous Blacksmiths Shop.
With a rich history of love and romance dating back to 1754, this award-winning, five-star family-run business offers a range of enchanting and historic wedding settings, all set amidst the beautiful Scottish countryside.
There are three ceremony spaces to choose from; the Original Marriage Room in the original 1700s Blacksmiths Workshop hosts up to 50 guests, as does the Forge, while the Elopement Marriage Room hosts up to 20 guests and has more of a modern rustic feel, with white washed walls, exposed beams and a splash of authentic tartan.
Gretna Green is popular for couples choosing to elope or have a small wedding thanks to its romantic history and charming, intimate settings. In our opinion, it's the perfect destination for a private and memorable celebration of love.
- Capacity: Up to 50 guests
- Pricing: From £549
23. The Shore House, Argyll & Bute
If you dream of a small Scottish wedding venue that feels truly excluded from the rest of the world, then The Shore House in Argyll should be at the top of your list.
Secluded deep within the Arrochar Alps, this hotel venue is truly off the beaten track, offering a serene and enchanting backdrop for wedding ceremonies. Surrounded by a forest of towering trees, it offers the most magical atmosphere – guests will be in awe and your wedding photos will be one of a kind.
With six guest bedrooms (plus extra accommodation nearby), a well-stocked bar and professional kitchen, it's perfect for small and intimate weddings of up to 50 people.
- Capacity: Up to 50 guests
- Pricing: From £3,800
24. Glen Dye Estates, Aberdeenshire
At first glance, Glen Dye Estates doesn't look like a small wedding venue. Set in 15,000 acres, this cool collection of design-led cabins and cottages in the Scottish wilderness looks vast, but it caters brilliantly to micro weddings and small, intimate celebrations and elopements.
If the sprawling countryside isn't enough of a draw, then the modern and stylish wedding spaces and accommodation options are sure to seal the deal. Brave the Scottish weather and have your ceremony outside, surrounded by the tall trees and wildlife, or host it in the Woodshed, which can accommodate up to 60.
Smaller celebrations can also be held in the Smiddy or the Glen Dye Arms.
- Capacity: Up to 60 guests
- Pricing: From £3,795
25. Hotel Du Vin, Edinburgh
Who said you can’t have an intimate Scottish wedding in the heart of Edinburgh – certainly not us!
The Hotel Du Vin in Edinburgh’s old town is a sophisticated and stylish small wedding venue in a beautifully reclaimed building. We love the mix of modern amenities combined with a beautiful, historic building.
The Burke & Hare Room offers a charming setting for up to 40 guests, adorned with original and vibrant artwork. It's also licensed for civil ceremonies, so couples can celebrate their entire day here with loved ones. For even smaller celebrations, check out the Chef's Table or the Whisky Snug, or hire out Bedlam for exclusive access to the courtyard for your reception drinks.
- Capacity: Up to 70 guests
- Pricing: Menus from £32.50
26. Duns Castle, Scottish Borders
With a maximum capacity of 46 guests, Duns Castle in Berwickshire is ideal for couples searching for an enchanting castle setting that hosts small and intimate weddings in Scotland.
Dating back to the 14th century, Duns Castle is a 1,700-acre estate that boasts its own nature reserve complemented by extensive forest trails, bespoke outdoor activities and cultural experiences that couples can enjoy post-wedding or as part of the celebrations with their guests.
It's hired out on an exclusive-use basis – just imagine your fairy-tale wedding unfolding at this enchanting castle, which can be yours for an entire weekend!
- Capacity: Up to 46 guests
- Pricing: From £2,500
27. Coruisk House, Isle of Skye
If you dream of marrying your forever person amongst the wild, rugged landscape of the Isle of Skye, then look no further.
Specialising in small weddings and elopements, Coruisk House is one of the most intimate wedding venues in Scotland. This tiny wedding venue has the capacity to host 12 guests – plus, you have the luxury of exchanging vows on the banks of the loch while making quite the entrance as you set sail from the harbour at Egol.
The wonderful staff at this venue are on hand to help you with all the wedding planning and can even offer recommendations for suppliers on the island. Combined with a small guest list, it doesn't get more seamless than that!
- Capacity: Up to 12 guests
- Pricing: Menus from £300
28. Karma Lake of Menteith, Stirling
This breathtaking waterfront wedding venue in Stirling is completely surrounded by natural beauty, offering a tranquil atmosphere and stunning sunsets. And while it's better known for intimate weddings, it's by no means anything less impressive than its more imposing counterparts.
Karma Lake of Menteith is a lakeside residence that can host weddings of up to 70. It features a sun terrace for outdoor drinks, complete with stylish seating and greenery, as well as a romantic dining room where guests can drink and dine amongst the stone fireplace and contemporary booths, and soak up the rays from the large windows.
This venue also offers a larger indoor location that features ocean-inspired décor, cream walls and flourishing plants for a lush botanical vibe.
- Capacity: Up to 70 guests
- Pricing: Menus from £79
29. The Roseate, Edinburgh
The Roseate is a five-star stately home showstopper located just 10 minutes from the city centre in well-heeled West Coates. It combines old-world splendour (think grand stone staircases and corniced ceilings) with plenty of thoughtful modern touches (hello, deep copper bathtub) and 35 stylish bedrooms for a Highland fling like no other.
The grand Victorian exterior is a breathtaking backdrop for photos, but couples will also love making use of the beautiful garden and the light-filled Club Prive Conservatory for dinner and drinks.
Since this beautiful venue can only host weddings of up to 32 guests, 'your day, your way' is very much the mantra, and every detail is completely bespoke. Food can be anything from a formal supper to canapés on the lawn. Plus, of course, it means there are plenty of rooms to cater to the entire guest list.
- Capacity: Up to 32 guests
- Pricing: Menus from £49
- Deals: Check out this listing to make the most of The Roseate’s exclusive use offer until March 2025.
30. Roulotte Retreat, Scottish Borders
Roulotte Retreat, nestled in the town of Melrose on the Scottish Borders, offers a whimsical escape for intimate weddings of up to 35 guests.
Couples can either elope and follow up with a romantic stay in one of the retreat's French hand-crafted roulottes, or gather their loved ones together for a ceremony in the wildflower meadow – during the day or under the stars! Up to 22 guests can be accommodated on site within the seven roulottes and the cosy Horseshoe Cottage.
If you've been searching for small wedding venues in Scotland with a difference, this boho-inspired setting could be just what you're looking for.
- Capacity: Up to 35 guests
- Pricing: POA
If you just can’t cut your guest list down but still have your heart set on a Scottish wedding, take a look at our round-up of the best castle wedding venues in Scotland. They can host endless numbers!
