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Showcasing the Best of Scotland SHOWCASING THE BEST OF SCOTLAND BRINGING TOGETHER THE FINEST EXPERIENCES AND DESTINATIONS WELCOME TO LUXURY SCOTL AND Luxury Scotland has curated the very best of Scottish hospitality and adventure for those who desire the finest experiences in life. 2 Luskentyre Sands, Isle of Harris 3 FOREWORD BY DOROTHY WELSH, CHIEF EXECUTIVE A very warm welcome to our latest Luxury Scotland Brochure. Here you will find details about the finest hotels in Scotland as well as some unique experiences to enjoy. Our exclusive collection includes 29 mainly privately owned hotels, from impressive country houses to modern five-star city hotels; castles with romance and passion; an intimate cruise ship and the ultimate train journey across Scotland. We work with a range of carefully curated partners: Little’s Chauffeur Drive, ExecAir Charter, Edinburgh International Conference Centre, fashion retailer The House of Bruar, Transcal, Dunnet Bay Distillers, Champagne producers Taittinger as well as Highland Spring. However, luxury isn’t just about enjoying the very best that money can buy. Often, it’s about having the luxury of time to spend with those you love. Creating memories that can be recalled with laughter and longing. The smiles and cosy chatter as mother and daughter share a delectable Afternoon Tea. Lying under a canopy of twinkling stars in the inky stillness of the Scottish Highlands. The breathless excitement of a speedboat ride along Scotland’s spectacular coastline. And the gentle romance of a hike past mirror-still lochs and soaring mountains. These precious moments are what sets a holiday apart. That’s why we have matched our incredible hotels with some unforgettable adventures. Flick though the brochure and discover hotels and experiences that you never knew existed, until now. There really is something for everyone. luxuryscotland.co.uk Tel: +44 (0)1786 821 860 Email: [email protected] 4 LuxuryScotland luxuryscotland luxuryscotland Summer Isles in Assynt, Sutherland SCOTLAND INSPIRES 5 EXPLORE SCOTLAND’S WATERS 6 Surrounded on three sides by water, located within Loch Lomond & The with the occasional cliff jump thrown Scotland has over 6,000 miles of Trossachs National Park. For a Luxury in for good measure. You can even coastline and 30,000 lochs, making it a Scotland-worthy experience, there are experience snorkelling in Scotland. joy for any nautically-inclined visitors opportunities to enjoy an exclusive For the truly adventurous there is the and landlubbers alike. charter so you can sit back and admire Scottish Snorkel Trail, covering the the breathtaking views as you sail away. regions of Berwickshire, the North A seemingly never-ending resource, West Highlands and the Isle of Harris. exploring this country by water is a Of course, no trip to Scotland is Expect fascinating marine life and fantastic idea. Loch Ness alone contains complete without visiting Loch Ness, make sure to seek out the closest Luxury more water than all the lakes in even if you’re unsuccessful at finding the Scotland member hotel for dinner and England and Wales combined. White- famous sea monster ‘Nessie’ for yourself. accommodation to warm up afterwards. sandy beaches, jaw-dropping sea cliffs, You’ll find a host of cruises to choose stunning vistas and inlets perfect for from as well as motorboat trips for an If you are yearning to get out on the picnics await. Some of our hotels offer adrenalin-packed ride. water during your stay, make sure to ask private sea cruises and boat charters, for more information from your Luxury but here are some additional ideas that Other water activities include canyoning, Scotland hotel, where you will get first- deserve a mention. where you’re instructed to scramble class treatment and options for whatever up slippery rocks before plunging into adventure your heart desires. We recommend a trip to Loch Lomond, water below, gorge-walking, and also the UK’s largest body of freshwater, coasteering, essentially wild swimming Loch Lubnaig near Callander, Stirlingshire Bow Fiddle Rock, Portknockie 7 SCOTLAND’S COUNTLESS CASTLES 8 Boasting more than its fair share of castles Choose any region in Scotland and within a few thanks to a turbulent past, Scotland today can miles you’re certain to come across the remains offer rich historical pickings to its many visitors. of a stronghold still clinging to the cliff edge, Dotted around the country are formidable a medieval castle ruin perched atop a hill, a strongholds set atop dramatic cliffs, tower tower house not quite as towering as it was in houses in varying states of ruin, ancient artillery its glory days, a well-preserved fortress sitting fortifications, moated bastions, and well- on a lochside, or a magnificent castle fully intact preserved medieval castles. Scotland’s castles and open to visitors year-round. were undoubtedly well worth a tussle or two in days gone by. Today, the castles in Scotland are Explore Scotland’s past with some of the most worth a somewhat more welcomed visit. vibrant and exciting castles from our beautiful country’s lengthy history. Urquhart Castle, Loch Ness, Craigievar Castle, by Drumnadrochit, near Inverness Alford, Aberdeenshire Edinburgh Castle, Edinburgh Slains Castle, Aberdeenshire 9 FEATURES SHOWCASING THE BEST OF SCOTLAND 04 FOREWORD SOUTH EDINBURGH CENTRAL HIGHLANDS By Dorothy Welsh 14 GLENAPP CASTLE 34 THE DUNSTANE 48 CROMLIX 66 BOATH HOUSE 06 EXPLORE HOUSES SCOTLAND’S 16 KNOCKINAAM 50 THE GLENEAGLES 68 FONAB CASTLE WATERS LODGE 36 FINGAL HOTEL HOTEL & SPA 08 SCOTLAND’S ISLANDS GREYWALLS HOTEL KINROSS HOUSE GLENCOE HOUSE COUNTLESS 38 52 70 CASTLES 18 KINLOCH LODGE 40 SCHLOSS ROXBURGHE 54 OLD COURSE HOTEL 74 GLENMORANGIE 64 UPGRADE HOTEL & GOLF GOLF RESORT & SPA HOUSE YOUR RIDE 20 MV HEBRIDEAN COURSE PRINCESS WEST COAST 76 INVERLOCHY 82 FLYING 42 SHERATON GRAND CASTLE HOTEL HIGH 22 THE MACHRIE HOTEL HOTEL & SPA 56 AIRDS HOTEL & GOLF LINKS & RESTAURANT 78 THE MARCLIFFE 46 BELMOND ROYAL HOTEL & SPA GLASGOW SCOTSMAN 58 ISLE OF ERISKA HOTEL, SPA & ISLAND 80 ROCPOOL RESERVE 26 CAMERON HOUSE HOTEL 60 THE CRINAN HOTEL 28 ONE DEVONSHIRE GARDENS 62 THE TORRIDON RESORT 30 CROSSBASKET CASTLE Cover image: Sunset on Loch Lomond and Ben Lomond from Duncryne Hill. Image credits: Summer Isles in Assynt, Sutherland, VisitScotland/Kenny Lam. Bow Fiddle Rock, Portknockie, VisitScotland/Kenny Lam. Loch Lubnaig near Callander, Stirlingshire, VisitScotland/Kenny Lam. Seal in a bay at the north end of the Isle of Jura, VisitScotland/Paul Tomkins. Slains Castle, Aberdeenshire, VisitScotland/North East 250/Damian Shields. Urquhart Castle, Loch Ness, by 10 luxuryscotland.co.uk Drumnadrochit, near Inverness, VisitScotland/Kenny Lam. Craigievar Castle, Alford, Aberdeenshire, VisitScotland/Kenny Lam. Edinburgh Castle, Edinburgh, VisitScotland/Kenny Lam. Elie Ness Lighthouse, VisitScotland/Stuart Brunton. JOHN O’GROATS WICK ULLAPOOL THE HEBRIDES 74 GLENMORANGIE HOUSE 66 BOATH HOUSE 62 THE TORRIDON INVERNESS SKYE RESORT 80 ROCPOOL RESERVE HOTEL PARTNERS KINLOCH LODGE 18 ABERDEEN 78 THE MARCLIFFE HOTEL & SPA HOUSE OF BRUAR MALLAIG 12 INVERLOCHY 76 20 CASTLE HOTEL LITTLE’S CHAUFFEUR FORT WILLIAM 24 MV HEBRIDEAN 68 FONAB CASTLE DRIVE GLENCOE HOUSE 70 PRINCESS HOTEL & SPA PITLOCHRY ROYAL YACHT 32 56 AIRDS HOTEL BRITANNIA & RESTAURANT ISLE OF ERISKA HOTEL, 58 DUNDEE SPA & ISLAND ST ANDREWS TRANSCAL OBAN THE PERTH 33 GLENEAGLES 50 MULL 54 OLD COURSE HOTEL, HOTEL GOLF RESORT & SPA THE CRINAN HOTEL 60 ROCK ROSE GIN 52 KINROSS 44 CROMLIX 48 HOUSE STIRLING 38 GREYWALLS HOTEL TAITTINGER 45 26 CAMERON HOUSE EDINBURGH 34 THE DUNSTANE EXECAIR ONE 28 GLASGOW HOUSES 72 ISLAY DEVONSHIRE GARDENS 30 CROSSBASKET 36 FINGAL CASTLE HIGHLAND SPRING 22 72 THE MACHRIE HOTEL 42 SHERATON GRAND & GOLF LINKS SCHLOSS 40 HOTEL & SPA ROXBURGHE EDINBURGH ARRAN 73 AYR 46 BELMOND ROYAL INTERNATIONAL SCOTSMAN CONFERENCE CENTRE DUMFRIES GLENAPP CASTLE 14 STRANRAER Produced by eighty-days.com KNOCKINAAM LODGE 16 11 THE HOME OF COUNTRY CLOTHING SCOTLAND’S MOST PRESTIGIOUS INDEPENDENT STORE The House of Bruar is the UK’s leading independent country clothing destination, standing at the gateway to the Highlands in beautiful rural Perthshire. Inspired by the rich tapestry of colours and textures around our Highland home, we have created our own exclusive range of contemporary country classics in highest quality materials. Luxury natural fibres lie at the heart of our collection, with lambswool, angora, merino and of course pure cashmere all represented in a rich spectrum of colours from lush greens and russet reds to earthy browns and airy sky blues. All the colours of Scotland’s unique landscape are conjured in our Knitwear Hall - the largest in Great Britain - with a range of designs to suit all tastes. Our knitwear collection is complemented by an impressive selection of pure new wool British tweeds and plaids which mix authentic traditional designs with new and original offerings that bring fresh and vibrant possibilities to the world of country clothing, providing everything needed for the complete country wardrobe. Alongside our own original creations you’ll find specially selected items from the world’s finest clothing brands, including Adini, Gardeur, Masai, Schoffel, Levi’s and Brax, not to mention the largest selection of Barbour goods to be found anywhere in the UK. Country sports are another area in which we excel, with our range featuring everything from traditional sporting tweeds to cutting-edge technical garments from the likes of Aigle, The North Face, Harkila, Patagonia and Musto. Anglers have their own dedicated department in the Fishing Shop, where our expert staff can help with all the advice and equipment you need - you can even test potential purchases on the nearby River Garry to get a feel for how they work in practice. Move through into our contemporary rural art Gallery, which is home to stunning paintings and wonderfully evocative sculptures from both established and up-and-coming artists with a strong Scottish connection.
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