Both mysterious and seductive, Scotland charms its visitors with settings of novels, plays and films. We encounter Shakespearean characters, bards, kings and queens... and even James Bond. This trip between Glasgow and Edinburgh takes a thousand side roads to lead you to castles and lochs, museums and whisky distilleries, forests and valleys with a thousand stories to tell...
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Hotel and restaurant in the country. High above the dramatic coastline of southwest Scotland, overlooking the Irish Sea and the iconic Ailsa Craig Island, sits Glenapp Castle. This baronial castle is hidden from the rugged surrounding landscape by 110 acres of magical parkland including an Italian garden designed by the renowned horticulturalist Gertrude Jekyll. Underneath its fairytale towers and turrets are imposing rooms with rich fabrics, art and antiques echoing the splendour of a bygone era. With award-winning international cuisine, Glenapp Castle is the ideal base for country sports and world-class golf. Glenapp’s all-weather boat allows guests to explore the surrounding Scottish isles and whisky distilleries, or to fish and observe the spectacular wildlife. ... Learn moreless
Due to its industrial past, Glasgow’s skyline is still marked by imposing Victorian buildings such as the Kelvingrove Museum. It is also home to a remarkable art collection donated by the wealthy shipping magnate W. Burrel. In the 19th century, the harmonious curves and refined style imposed by the architect C.R. Mackintosh, a pioneer in Art Nouveau, marked the resurgence of this industrial city. Today, the cultural dynamism of this vibrant city can now be found in the revitalized neighborhoods along the River Clyde. ... Learn moreless
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Prestonfield House, with its towering Georgian façade, stands regally on a 20-acre estate shaded by ancient trees, land where a few Highland cows graze peacefully, yet all just minutes from downtown Edinburgh. This authentic Scottish manor is an urban oasis, a 17th-century residence that has had only three owner families in the more than three centuries it has stood on this site. Today, it belongs to James Thomson, who has lovingly preserved the property’s treasures: the ornate Cordoba leather panels, Mortlake tapestries, antique silks and velvets, artwork, fireplaces, period furniture, and other gracious details. As the ideal place to experience your first taste of the true Scotland, Prestonfield House offers the splendor of tradition with the warmth of a genuine Scottish welcome. While soaking up the sumptuous ambiance, enjoy the must-be-tasted afternoon tea, the treasures of the wine cellar, a fine collection of malt whiskies, and farm-to-table cuisine at the Rhubarb Restaurant. ... Learn moreless
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** Offer cannot be combined, valid for an itinerary in at least 2 different Relais & Châteaux establishments, reserved with Relais & Châteaux concierges, discount applicable on certain rates and certain establishments. List available from our concierges.
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