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Mansions and Manors
Scotland
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Ardsheal
House - Kentallen, Highland - 17 miles south of Fort William
A beautiful, historic house, offering a haven of tranquillity,
combined with spectacular views of the Scottish Highlands. The
house dates from the sixteenth century and is well situated for
touring, lying close to Ben Nevis and Glencoe. This beautiful
family home offers a wealth of history as well as eight hundred
acres of woodland, fields and beautiful gardens to explore. The
food at Ardsheal is wonderful and includes an abundance of local
fish, meat, and produce. A wide selection of wines, spirits and
liqueurs is also offered. Children Welcome!
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Ballimore
- Otter Ferry, Argyll, 24 miles west of Dunoon
Closed in August. Ballimore Estate is situated on the east shore
of Loch Fyne, an area which boasts some of the most beautiful
scenery in Europe. We offer comfortable accommodation in our Scottish
home, built in 1836. Log fires blaze whilst you enjoy excellent
local food, including game, fish and oysters from the estate.
It is an excellent location from which to tour the west coast
of Scotland with many tourist attractions within easy reach. Tennis
court, croquet and billiard room available. Children welcome!
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Barcaldine
House - Barcaldine, By Oban, Argyll - 10 miles north of Oban
Barcaldine House is a famous Campbell stronghold built by "Red
Patrick" in 1709. The house has been tastefully modernised
to provide comfortable accommodation which includes an oak panelled
billiard room with vaulted ceiling. It is ideally situated to
explore the west coast of Scotland. Dinner is served in the magnificent
dining room in a friendly and homely atmosphere. The best of Scottish
produce is used in the preparation of their meals, this combined
with Gary's culinary expertise ensures an evening to remember.
Fully licensed. Cruises to the islands available during summer
months by prior arrangement. Children welcome. Restricted smoking.
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Blervie
- Forres, Moray - 2 miles south of Forres
Built in 1776 from the stone of the ruined Blervie Castle, Blervie
has been carefully restored to its use as a family house. Situated
between the East and West Highlands, only twenty minutes from
Inverness Airport, it is an ideal base from which to tour the
diverse areas of the North. Fiona and Paddy enjoy acquainting
their guests with the local features and culture, and making them
feel at home among tasteful furnishings and antique furniture.
Dinner is served in the elegant dining room and features game
dishes, local produce and fresh garden vegetables.
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Craigadam
- Castle Douglas Dumfries & Galloway - 8 miles east of Castle
Douglas
Craigadam is an elegant country house within a working farm. Antique
furnishings, log fires and real Scottish hospitality. Dine in
our oak panelled dining room around our spectacular dining table
in a house party atmosphere. We specialise in venison, pheasant,
salmon and other local produce and sweets not for the calorie
conscious. Catch a trout on our hill loch and eat it for breakfast!
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Cunnoquhie
House - Cunnoquhie, Letham, Cupar, Fife - 14 miles west of
St. Andrews
Cunnoquhie has been built in two centuries. The older part in
about 1750 and the beautifully proportioned elegant rooms were
added in about 1820. The view to the south is magnificent and
on clear days the hills beyond Edinburgh can be seen. The Kingdom
of Fife has a wealth of historic places to visit. St. Andrews
University is the 5th oldest in the world and the town has been
the home of golf for centuries. Fife has over 39 golf courses.
The hosts ask that food kindly not be brought into the house,
but there are many delightful country restaurants within a few
miles. A good breakfast is given to start visitors' day off well.
Sorry, no children. Non smokers only please!
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Druimgrianach
- Cuil Bay, Duror of Appin, Argyll - 16 miles south of Fort William
Druimgrianach is a comfortable family home set in magnificent
surroundings one hundred metres from Loch Linnhe. A peaceful place
from where guests can explore the surrounding area. Plenty of
walks, boating etc.
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Easter
Dunfallandy Country House - Dunfallandy, Pitlochry, Perthshire
- 2 miles south of Pitlochry
Quietly situated Scottish country house enjoying wonderful views
over lovely Highland Perthshire. Close by are many places of interest
which reflect the best of Scottish heritage and activities include
fishing, golf, walking and theatre. Guest bedrooms are individually
furnished to a high standard and all public rooms reflect the
unique character of the whole house. Hose Sue Mathieson takes
great pride in the quality and presentation of everything at Easter
Dunfallandy House. You are ensured a warm welcome and memorable
visit to this beautiful house.
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Ethie
Castle - Inveikeilor, Angus - 3 miles North of Arbroath
A warm welcome now awaits you at the de Morgan family home, Ethie
Castle. An ancient sandstone fortress dating from the 14th Century,
Ethie is reputed to be Scotland's second oldest permanently inhabited
castle. It was immortalised by Sir Walter Scott as 'Knockwinnoch'
in the novel 'The Antiquary'. Ethie is now a haven of hospitality
and peace. Situated in Scotland's kitchen garden all produce used
at Ethie is of the freshest and highest standard. Who can resist
a famous Arbroath Smokie for breakfast? Each
bedroom is unique with a homely feel. One room has a superking
bed, private bathroom and its own sitting room with views over
the garden; another is a cozy room overlooking the courtyard with
a 1920s art deco bathroom, there is also four poster bedroom with
luxury en suite bath and shower room.
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Farr
Mains - Farr, Inverness - 9 miles southwest of Inverness
Farr Mains is a peaceful, family country house set in six acres
of its own grounds. Originally built in 1850, the present owner"s
grandparents added to it in 1936. It is perfectly placed for exploring
the Highlands such as Loch Ness and Culloden. It is an ideal base
for walking, touring, and golf. Enjoy honey from Christina's bees,
open peat and log fires, and watch out for the llamas! Children
welcome!
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Glenbruach
Country House - Loch Achray Trossachs, Perthshire - 8 miles
west of Callander
A Victorian mansion house set in an elevated position, amid twelve
acres of grounds including formal gardens, overlooking Loch Achray
and the Trossachs church. Situated in genuine "Rob Roy"
country, in the heart of the Trossachs, a designated Area of Natural
Beauty, it is an ideal spot for those who enjoy hill walking,
with two mountains on the doorstep. Edinburgh, Glasgow, Stirling
and Perth are easily accessible. The spacious rooms have original
features and interesting books and collections. Your hosts can
book evening meals locally on request. Children over twelve welcome.
No smoking in bedrooms!
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Highfield
House - Kirknewton, Lothian - 10 miles west of Edinburgh
Dating from the early 1700s and standing in its own walled gardens,
with grand views across the Firth of Forth and Edinburgh Castle
outlined on the skyline, Highfield offers a peaceful haven away
from the bustle of the city. Ten miles from Edinburgh, three minute
walk to the station, and fifteen minutes from the airport. Bedrooms
are bright, sunny and well equipped. Breakfast is served in the
elegant dining room and there is a spacious drawing room for guests
to relax in. Non Smokers only please!
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Inveresk
House - 3 Inveresk Village Musselburgh Lothian - 6 miles east
of Edinburgh
Inveresk House is beautifully situated in three acres of grounds,
surrounded by woodland, in Inveresk village, thought to be the
earliest inhabited conservation village in Scotland. The house,
which Oliver Cromwell used as his headquarters during the battle
of Dunbar, boasts many fine architectural features such as beautifully
ornate fireplaces, ceilings, and cornices. A plthora of dark wooden
panelling adds richness. Musselburgh is the real home of golf
and Scotland's first golf course is located in the middle of the
race track. Many regular bus services run to Edinburgh city center.
Children welcome! Non smokers only please.
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Kirkurd
House - Blyth Bridge, Peebles-shire, Borders - 10 miles west
of Peebles
Built in the mid eighteenth century as the manse for the neighbouring
church, Kirkurd House is an impressive, charming and well appointed
house offering pleasant and comfortable accommodation. This interesting
house built of natural stone is ideally situated for exploring
the historic Border country studded with small towns full of character,
and the magnificent valley of the river Tweed. Glasgow is one
hour to the west, Carlisle a little over an hour and the center
of Edinburgh and Edinburgh Airport forty minutes to the north.
Children welcome. Non smokers preferred.
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Lynwilg
House - Lynwilg, 1 mile south of Aviemore, Inverness-shire
This beautiful 1930's house is set in four acres of gardens, incorporating
its kitchen garden which produces fruit, vegetables and herbs
for use in the house. It is situated in a valley surrounded by
hills and woodland with a stream flowing through the garden. The
area has much to offer, beautiful scenery, lochs, castles, golf
courses, pony-trekking, tennis, swimming, skiing, walking and
mountaineering. Explore the "Whisky Trail" or visit
local estates, offereing clay pigeon shooting and fishing. Loch
Ness is about 40 minutes by car.
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Merlewood
House - Merlewood Road, Inverness - Center of Inverness
Merlewood is a Victorian mansion house set in secluded grounds
of two acres in a quiet area of the beautiful city of Inverness,
the capital of the Highlands. The house is traditionally furnished
and decorated to a high standard. Breakfast is served in the oak
panelled dining room which has alog fire. A sun lounge overlooks
the wooded secluded grounds which feature two magnificent Wellingtonia
trees as just one of the many fine features of the property. This
is an ideal base for touring the Highlands of Scotland with its
spectacular scenery. Children over 15 welcome! Non smokers only
please!
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Park
House - 13 Victoria Park Gardens South, Broomhill, Glassgow
- Center of Glasgow
Park House is a fine example of a substantial Victorian residence.
Its spacious rooms with gilded cornices, the period furniture,
crystal, fine linen and bone china surround you with the quality
and grace of a bygone era. Conveniently situated in Glasgow's
prestigious West End, its residential setting overlooking private
parkland will ensure peace and relaxation for the weary traveller.
It is an ideal base for visiting the many sights in and around
Glasgow and for day trips further afield.
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Rathan
House - Eskbank, 8 miles from Edinburgh
Small mansion in walled gardens with croquet lawn in Edinburgh
suburb conservation area. Ideal "park and ride" base
for Edinburgh. The interior decor has been carefully done, each
room has been appointed with diligence. Healthy breakfasts include
home grown fruit and vegetables and homemade jam. The house proivides
a peaceful escape from nearby Edinbrugh, but local buses run regularly
into the city. Seven miles from airport. Facilities nearby include
restaurants, golf, clay pigeon shooting, tennis, archery, go karting,
swimming, country walks, and historc buildings. Children Welcome!
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Speddoch
House - Speddoch, Dumfries, 9 miles north of Dumfries
Speddoch is a Scottish house of unusual character and has been
lived in by members of the same family for about 300 years. It
stands in extensive grounds surrounded by magnificent trees with
distant views to the hills. The area is wonderfully situated for
golfing, fishing and walking. Among the many local attractions
are Drumlanrig Castle, the statues at Glenkiln (by Moore, Rodin
and Epstein) and Threave Gardens. This is also the heart of Burns
country. You are assured of a warm welcome. Just relax by the
log fire or walk in the garden and amenity woods. Juliet enjoys
cooking and will provide a dinner, by arrangement, using fresh
vegetables and fruit from the garden when in season.
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Todhall
House - Dairsie, By Cupar, Fife - 7 miles west of St. Andrews
Todhall is a listed country house with spectacular views over
the Eden Valley. The two acre garden has extensive lawns, herbaceous
borders and colourful rosebeds. We offer quality accommodation,
traditional food and warm, personal service. Situated seven miles
from St. Andrews and one hour to Edinburgh by road or rail, Todhall
is ideally placed for exploring all that the historic Kingdom
of Fife has to offer. The Scottish Highlands are but a short drive
away. For golfers, there are numerous golf courses close by -
including the Championship courses of St. Andrews and Carnoustie.
Come - see for yourself!
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Westfield
House - Spynie, Near Elgin, Grampian - 6 miles north of Elgin
Westfield House is situated in the heart of some of the finest
farming land in the North of Scotland. Part of the house is believed
to date from the sixteenth century. It is now a comfortably furnished
family home which has been in the family for many generations
and is ideally situated for exploring inland and the coast. Children
welcome! Non smokers only please!
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