The Grouse Apartment in Crieff

admin — Tue, 22 Nov 2011 14:39:51 +0000

Beside the River Earn and on the side of a hill called ‘The Knock’, Crieff is in a great central position. Roads lead in all directions, North to Aberfeldy, West to Perth, East to Loch Earn, South to Stirling, Glasgow and Edinburgh. Crieff also has many walks, perhaps Lady Mary’s Walk is the most well known, as well as a new leisure centre, the Crieff Hydro activity centre and many excellent independent shops. In the ‘old’ part of the town is the Croftweit mansion house. Originally the residence of Provost Mungall, this Grade 2 listed building has been renovated to have 6 apartments, one of which is The Grouse. Across two floors you can see the private garden that The Grouse apartment provides in our picture. The apartment is in a lovely position, close to all the facilities of the town yet a sophisticated and luxurious retreat thanks in part to the substantial mature grounds that the house has. Once inside the apartment you will love the pristine preparation that the owners complete before your arrival. The apartment is extremely well appointed and you could quite happily live here for a few weeks while enjoying all that Perthshire has to offer.
www.thegrouseapartment.co.uk Tel:01764 653607

The Grange Bed and Breakfast in Fort William

admin — Tue, 22 Nov 2011 14:58:01 +0000

This house looks amazing in photographs and in reality is actually better. On the hillside above the road to Fort William, The Grange has been overlooking Loch Linnhe since 1895[check]. Lovingly restored over the last 20[check] years by the owners the house now has three exceptional bedrooms, all quite different ,with their own individual charm and luxury. The lounge and breakfast room are equally impressive and it is important to visit the web site and look through the images to get a real idea of what The Grange is about. Quite rightly this bed and breafast for couples holds many awards and is always graded as the highest quality. The decor and character here really is impressive and as reviews say, The Grange is superior to many hotels where you will pay several times as much.

The other point to mention is the welcome you will receive from your hosts. Many guests have remarked on this and it does take a special kind of person to be able to make you feel you are the first guest that has been welcomed to the house when you arrive. Booking is essential for this very popular accommodation as some visitors to Fort William will only stay here. Visit the web site soon!
www.grangefortwilliam.com Tel: 01397 705516

The Old Byre self catering cottage

admin — Tue, 22 Nov 2011 15:00:14 +0000

A lovely crafted stone cottage reconstructed from the original byre that stood on this spot for well over 100 years, this is now luxury self catering accommodation for two. Built, decorated and furnished by the owners, their skills and eye for detail and design are obvious as they have created a delightful retreat in a quiet glen a few miles from Fort William.
The single track road climbs above the town on the way to Blarmafoldach. After twisting and winding through the glen the Old Byre becomes visible, sitting on a small knoll with lovely open views. You enter into the well equipped kitchen that is open plan with the spacious living room with under floor heating and also an open fire that will keep you extra cosy.
The bedroom is lovely with an ensuite that features a roll top bath with luxury toiletries and fluffy bathrobes.

Many guests who have stayed in the Old Byre return, often more than once, and when you have visited there you can understand why. www.oldbyre.com Tel: 0044 (0) 1397 705516

Byre: noun. A shelter for cows.
Knoll: noun. A small rounded hill.

Bridge of Orchy Hotel

admin — Wed, 14 Dec 2011 21:40:04 +0000

Bridge of Orchy Hotel is one of the main hotels between Crianlarich and Glencoe on the A82 in the unmistakably Scottish highlands area of serene and beautiful mid Argyll. Unmissable in a prominent roadside location close to the West Highland Way, a walkers’ paradise. Amidst spectacular scenery, overlooked by the great Beinn Dorain, close to Glencoe and the best climbing, walking and skiing in Scotland, in one of these untouched, remote places that aren’t full of tourists and over-crowded hotels.

We welcome our guests with personalised service, imaginative Scottish cuisine, quietly elegant en suite bedrooms and public rooms, intimate atmosphere. Log fires (in winter months), real ales and delicious meals served all day – a real oasis of comfort in a time pressured world awaits you here.

With only 10 ensuite rooms, we provide individualised attention to our guests and their unique needs. We are a “home away from home” for so many of our guests, our public rooms and bedrooms spacious yet cosy, and stylishly designed. Bridge of Orchy Hotel blends highland tranquillity with affordable luxury.

http://www.bridgeoforchy.co.uk/

The Smiddy House

admin — Wed, 07 Dec 2011 21:14:45 +0000

A Gold star accommodation by Visit Scotland and the AA, also recommended in the Michelin Guide, “Scotland the Best” and Hardens restaurant guide.
Our 4 en-suite rooms are characterful of a traditional Highland dwelling, each individually designed and named after Scottish places which are also named whiskies.
All rooms are on the first floor, tastefully decorated with calming colours and are well appointed. Each room has TV, hairdryer, tea and coffee making facilities and mineral water.
Luxury towels and linen are provided as well as soaps and toiletries from our local “Highland Soap” shop located in the village and throughout the Highlands.

The restaurant, awarded 2 AA rosettes for 5 consecutive years, we pride ourselves in the dishes we produce. Our dishes concentrates on flavours and texture without being complicated and we source the best of Scottish and local produce as much as possible. Seasonal freshness shows the quality in our food and rarely fails to delight our diners when tasting the finished dish.

http://www.smiddyhouse.com/

Lochleven Seafood Cafe

admin — Thu, 08 Dec 2011 12:05:02 +0000

We believe in letting the natural product take centre stage and with the freshest live shellfish available from the adjoining dispatch centre our dishes are simple but delicious.
The extensive shellfish menu is complemented by an alternative menu featuring fish, meat and vegetarian options. This changes monthly.
We have local beers and an extensive wine list which will complement any meal.
The aim is to provide the best Scottish shellfish, expertly cooked, in a relaxed and comfortable environment, at affordable prices.

Sitting on the terrace on a warm summers day, looking at the Pap of Glencoe and Loch Leven, with a plate of langoustines or mussels and a glass of Albarino is an experience many have already enthused over.

http://www.lochlevenseafoodcafe.co.uk/

The Spoons Boutique Bed and Breakfast.

admin — Sun, 11 Dec 2011 16:14:37 +0000

A warm welcome awaits you at The Spoons; luxurious rooms, comfort and delicious food in a stunning purpose built, 5 Star Boutique Bed & Breakfast, completed in 2009. Situated on a working croft in North Skye on Loch Snizort and near Portree, The Spoons is the ideal place from which to explore the nooks and crannies of the island.

The Spoons has 3 lovely individually designed en suite bedrooms and an open plan guest dining and living room with cosy wood burning stove. There are plenty of books, maps and local tourist information for you to browse through and Marie and Ian are very happy to help you plan your day to make the most of your time on the Isle of Skye.

Throughout the house there are beautiful textiles, a mixture of antique and contemporary furnishing and original artworks.
Ian and Marie are also very happy to cater for house parties and can tailor make your stay to meet the needs of your party. Please contact us to discuss your requirements if this is something you would like to consider.

http://www.thespoonsonskye.com/

The Three Chimneys, Isle of Skye.

admin — Sun, 11 Dec 2011 16:10:00 +0000

The Three Chimneys, Isle of Skye, is a top Scottish restaurant matching seasonal, local food with luxury, Gold 5-star accommodation, in a romantic location with heavenly sea views.

This world-class Restaurant with Rooms is situated on the shore of Loch Dunvegan at Colbost in the remote north-west corner of Skye, the largest island of the Inner Hebrides, off the west coast of Scotland. Owned by Eddie and Shirley Spear, it has a long-established reputation. The Three Chimneys Restaurant and its 6 spacious bedrooms next door in The House Over-By, have won numerous awards and accolades consistently over almost three decades. Accomplished head chef, Michael Smith, leads the kitchen brigade today. He has already built his own outstanding reputation as a leading Scottish chef and continues to improve and develop the culinary high standards set by Shirley in earlier years.

The Three Chimneys Restaurant is housed within the bare stone walls of an original crofter’s cottage around 120 years old. With 3 small dining areas covering the whole of the ground floor, it has an intimate atmosphere. In contrast, the stylish, spacious bedroom suites in The House Over-By were built just 12 years ago. Between the restaurant and the accommodation, The Three Chimneys provides a unique Scottish destination experience not to be missed.

http://www.threechimneys.co.uk/