Summer Breaks
Summertime and the livin’ is easy
BARLEY BREE
Crieff, Perthshire Tel: 01764 681451 www.barleybree.com Barley Bree is an award-winning restaurant in Perthshire, close to the market town of Crieff, and also handy for the famous Gleneagles Hotel and its golf courses. Barley Bree makes the perfect bolthole for a lingering Sunday lunch, family celebration or a relaxed dinner with friends. With six comfortable en-suite rooms, guests can unwind in the cosy bar in front of the roaring log fire, before dining in the relaxed restaurant.
EDDRACHILLES HOTEL
Badcall Bay by Scourie, Sutherland Tel: 01971 502080 www.eddrachilles.com Eddrachilles, in North West Sutherland, is the perfect setting for a summer holiday or autumn getaway. A former manse, this ten-bedroomed hotel, 40 miles north of Ullapool, has tranquil grounds and splendid sea views. Owner-operated, the team deliver high standards of hospitality and delicious food using fresh local ingredients. A fine selection of wines, local craft beers and whiskies further enhance the authentic Highland hospitality. Pet friendly.
BLAIRMORE FARM
Crieff, Perthshire Tel: 01764 683789 www.blairmorefarm.com Blairmore Farm is a working livestock farm based in the heart of Scotland. It is perfectly located for exploring Perthshire. The five-star luxury cottages are ideally kitted out for families of all sizes (baby packs available). Onsite catering helps to create hassle-free family holidays. Family dogs are welcome.
ELDERBURN LUXURY LODGES
Denhead, St Andrews Tel: 07840 801114 www.elderburnlodges.co.uk Elderburn Luxury Lodges are perfectly located for an escape to the country, yet are only three miles from St Andrews. These beautifully designed home-from-home lodges provide everything you might need for a relaxing break. There are so many things to see and do in Fife. The combination of famous towns like St Andrews, ample coastline and beautiful countryside make for an ideal getaway.
DUNBEATH CASTLE AND ESTATE
Dunbeath, Caithness Tel: 01593 731308 www.dunbeath.co.uk Dunbeath Castle and Estate is situated in Caithness in an area of outstanding natural beauty. The NC 500 route can seem a really long and winding road... so why not stop and re-charge at Dunbeath Castle’s famous walled gardens? Open by appointment only 9am to 3pm weekdays and by prior appointment at weekends. Ring from the road on 01593 731308.
FAIRMONT ST ANDREWS
St Andrews Tel: 01334 837000 www.standrewsbay.com Staying in St Andrews this year? Why not join the team at Fairmont St Andrews every Sunday this summer for Scotland’s best International Jazz Brunch. Enjoy an unlimited, lavish buffet of continental charcuterie, roast of the day, delicious seafood and choice of desserts. From £45 per person. Attentive staff will be on hand to create a memorable experience that will leave you wanting more. Book now: standrews.scotland@fairmont.com
MAINS OF TAYMOUTH
Kenmore, Perthshire Tel: 01887 830226 www.taymouth.co.uk Award-winning luxury four and five star self-catering accommodation in Highland Perthshire, sleeping from two to 12. Many properties have hot tubs, saunas, games rooms, private gardens and are all within easy reach of the onsite golf course, trekking stables, bar and restaurant and deli and gift shop. With 42 properties to choose from, this is the perfect destination for families and couples alike. Pet friendly.
THE STORNOWAY TRUST
Stornoway, Isle of Lewis Tel: 01851 702002 www.stornowaytrust.org.uk The Stornoway Trust was one of the first democratic landowners in Scotland. It was established in 1923, after Lord Leverhulme, the last owner of all of Lewis, offered the land around Stornoway to its people. Today the Trust remains an extensive crofting landlord responsible for moorland as well as the castle grounds in Stornoway. Walking, cycling and fishing are just some of the activities available on Stornoway Trust land.
RADISSON BLU EDINBURGH
Edinburgh Tel: 0131 557 9797 www.radissonblu.com/edinburgh The luxurious four star Radisson Blu Edinburgh, situated on the capital’s historic Royal Mile, has put the fun firmly back into hotel stays for all the family with their new spacious family rooms. Creating a welcoming home-from-home experience, kids come first – from miniature check-in desks, Global Explorers Entertainment packs, children’s furniture, games and age-appropriate toys. Prices start at £190 for an overnight stay for a family of four. Children under 16 stay free when sharing parents’ room.
THE DOUGLAS HOTEL
Isle of Arran Tel: 01770 302968 www.thedouglashotel.co.uk The Douglas Hotel offers a warm welcome and some of the best views on the Isle of Arran! Super friendly and award-winning, no expense has been spared in creating a unique home-from-home feel to Arran’s 22 bedroomed boutique hotel. Please call 01770 302968 or book directly for the very best prices at www. thedouglashotel.co.uk. A taste of luxury on the Isle of Arran.
RUFFLETS ST ANDREWS
St Andrews, Fife Tel: 01334 472594 www.rufflets.co.uk Rufflets St Andrews has been family owned since 1952, and today has a reputation as one of the best country house hotels in Scotland. An idyllic base for visiting St Andrews and the charming East Neuk this summer. Spacious family rooms and selfcatering lodges are surrounded by acres of gardens in which the children can safely explore, and rates start from just £150 per night including breakfast.
THE TWO BYRES
Waternish, Isle of Skye www.thetwobyres.co.uk There’s no such thing as bad weather when you stay at The Two Byres, available for weekly holiday lets throughout the year. If the weather comes in you can watch the storms roll by or head out to brave the winds knowing that you will return to a warm house and the spice of a single malt in front of the log fire. Then, when the clouds clear, just marvel at the stars or, if you are lucky, catch the Aurora dancing.