It was my privilege to visit Gordon Castle Estate and the Gordon Lennox family, under whose stewardship, the highland estate of some 450 acres, is…
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Cringletie House
I adore the sight of wellington boots at a front door; their presence hints at time well spent and the existence of country walks and…
Castle View Apartment @ Castle Terrace with The Edinburgh Address
One of the many beautiful joys of Edinburgh is the city’s accessibility and the very “towny” feel of Scotland’s capital. No more is that felt…
The Scott Apartment
In esteemed company indeed, albeit 200 years apart, the geographical location matched and I was in awe of spending time at one of the known…
Sheraton Grand Hotel
An integral part of Edinburgh’s centre and at the heart of both the commercial and retail sectors of the city; The Sheraton Edinburgh demands attention…
Edinburgh Military Tattoo
There are many things, as a nation, we have to be proud of this year in particular and the Edinburgh Military Tattoo, for me, is…
Dunollie Castle and the 1745 House
Although the house dates from 1745, it is certainly a work in progress as artefacts telling its history are gathered and placed in ever changing…
Stobo Castle
A true haven of tranquillity, perfectly situated, comfortably furnished, expertly managed; my luxurious idyll – at least, for one weekend. Sitting comfortably amidst the rolling…
Fyvie Castle
A highlight of a recent venture into Aberdeenshire was Fyvie Castle, with history dating back many centuries and now belonging to the National Trust for…
Edinburgh Castle
Edinburgh Castle may seem a slightly strange choice as regards an addition to my blog, due to the fact that I have lived in Scotland…
Ardifuir
A breakdown on the M8, a contretemps with a wayward sheep, all the while suffering from the excesses of the previous evening’s reconaissance, were not…