Ayrshire Post

Try the world’s most expensive lighthouse

- Stephen Houston

While he has great designs on the White House, it’s the Light House that’s also capturing his imaginatio­n.

And for £ 3500 a night you too can sleep in probably the most expensive lighthouse in the world.

Donald Trump has released the pricing for the iconic retreat on the edge of Turnberry’s Ailsa course.

The doors were officially opened today ( June 1) after an eight month restoratio­n of the 110 year old golf resort.

And while prices of rooms have risen from about £ 250- a- night to a minimum of £ 389, it is the cost of the lighthouse that has captured the limelight.

Sources say Trump himself will quit the election trail and jet into Scotland on June 24th for a ribbon cutting ceremony.

He is sure to visit the 78- foot high light, which still flashes out into the Clyde after coming into service in 1873.

The two- roomed accommodat­ion - ironically called the “Presidenti­al Suite” - has a private outside terrace and will feature the finest luxury fittings.

Donald Trump’s son Eric, who is leading the resort overhaul, has already hailed the plans as “unbelievab­le”.

He said: “The lighthouse hasn’t been touched in 30 years and is a structure that is iconic to Scotland.

“We’re going to spend many millions of dollars doing it up and frankly it deserves that.”

The public will also be able to dine in the grill room at the lighthouse.

Boss Ralph Porciani said: “We have always known that the newly renovated Trump Turnberry would be among the finest hotels anywhere in the world. The Trump Organisati­on has spared no expense – it is a genuine masterpiec­e.

“Trump Turnberry sets a new standard for luxury and service. During the refurbishm­ent, every detail has been scrutinise­d to ensure that we deliver an experience of the highest calibre, which will attract guests from every corner of the globe.”

Trump has spent £ 200 million upgrading 103 guest rooms and restaurant­s.

The 500 capacity Donald J Trump ballroom will open in August.

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The light fantastic You could stay in the Turnberry Lighthouse for £ 3500 per night

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