Posts Tagged ‘Borders’
Scottish produce at the heart of revamped hotel
Scottish produce is the order of the day at one of the capital’s favourite restaurants. Chefs at The Restaurant at The Bonham Hotel have been hard at work, creating some of the tastiest summer dishes, showcasing the best seasonal produce that the country has to offer, to celebrate more quality cuisine than ever before.. Making…
Read MoreScotland’s book trail will be a hit with young and old
Scotland has inspired some of the world’s best-loved literary creations – from Peter Rabbit to Peter Pan, Harry Potter to The Howlat. Whether it’s history, landscapes, wildlife or even architecture, for decades authors have used some of the country’s greatest assets to create characters that continue to delight readers of all ages. In recognition of…
Read MoreA stunning estate on the market for over £1,795,000
The ultimate ‘off grid’ residential and foresty estate in the south of Scotland is now available. Presented to the market by Knight Frank, Blackhouse Estate lies in the Tweedsmuir Hills on the northern edge of the Yarrow valley. This district once formed part of the great Ettrick Forest, where Scotland’s kings hunted deer and, sometimes,…
Read MoreHave you picked up the latest edition of Scottish Field?
The September issue of Scottish Field is now available in shops – and it’s a packed 260 page edition. We all know that Scotland is a beautiful country, with so many places that are worth a visit. To help make it a little bit easier for you, if you’re planning an autumn break, we’ve an…
Read MoreWedderlie House is an attractive small country estate
Knight Frank has brought to the market Wedderlie House, an attractive small nine bedroom country estate. Westruther, in Gordon, the Scottish Borders, has a long and rich history. Wedderlie was originally owned by the Polwarth family in the 13th century but passed to the Edgars in 1327 and remained with them for 400 years. There probably was an…
Read MoreNo end in sight to the renaissance of our love of gin
The ‘Ginaissance’ of a popular spirit has continued, with the opening of 18 new distilleries in Scotland. The demand for niche craft spirits brands response continues to grow, says UHY Hacker Young, the national accountancy group, with 39 opening across the UK. The UK’s spirits industry is benefiting from this global trend amongst consumers to…
Read MoreSix bedrooms, a cottage and scenic views
A substantial, stone-built Victorian villa with an attached self-contained cottage, mature gardensand stunning panoramic views over the Kyles of Bute is now on the market. Presented for sale by Bell Ingram, Sherbrooke, in Tighnabruaich, has a stone portico with double storm doors which open to a vestibule with a mosaic tiled floor. From the vestibule,…
Read MoreAn attractive home in the Scottish countryside
An attractive home in the countryside offers splendid views over Perthshire is now available. Presented to the market by Galbraith, Taigh Fuirich, located near Strathtay, Perthshire, is a south facing, detached two storey house with the benefit of off street parking for up to three cars and is perfectly situated on a hillside to take…
Read More10 country house hotels and castles in Scotland
While there are country house hotels to visit across the UK, there is something particularly majestic about Scotland’s take on the genre, which includes castles and vast estates within its ranks. Here are 10 of the Good Hotel Guide’s favourite castles and country house hotels in Scotland… Glenapp Castle, Ayrshire Like something out of a…
Read MoreA country house on the banks of the Dee
A grand country house on the riverbank with a prime stretch of fishing is now on the market. Presented by Stutt and Parker, Waterstone House and Fishings, in Banchory, Aberdeenshire, is for sale as a whole, or in two lots. Lot one is Waterstone House, and is for sale for offers over £1,100,000. This is…
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