The nights are drawing in and Christmas is on its way. There’s a chill in the air and at times snow on the ground. While sunbathing and picnics might not be the best choice, there are still plenty of things to do here at Ardanaiseig and we’ve put together a list of our top five…
They say Christmas is for celebrating at home, but what if you had exclusive use of a stunning loch-side manor house, with room for 34 of your closest friends and family? This year 18th Century manor house hotel Ardanaiseig has put together a luxurious and extravagant Christmas package, for those who want to get away…
As the start of autumn brings darker nights and shorter days, we turn our attention to the upcoming festive season and here at Ardanaiseig, we’re really excited about our Hogmanay plans. If you’d like to join us up here for a good ol’ knees up alongside some delicious food, celebratory champagne and spectacular views of…
The mountains, valleys, lochs and gardens up here in the Highlands are truly a photographer’s paradise. It’s easy to get lost down a pathway lined with rhododendrons, ferns and babbling burns with just a camera and a sense of adventure. But what about those budding photographers who need a few pointers before getting out there…
With summer in full swing and some lovely weather upon us, we have put together five fun activities you can do to enjoy the great outdoors during your stay at Ardanaiseig. Take a boat out on the loch At 38.5 square kilometres, Loch Awe is the third largest freshwater loch in Scotland, so there…
You can be sure of a warm welcome in the bar at Ardanaiseig, with our knowledgeable staff ready to serve up a selection of aged whiskys, fine wines, artisan beers, fun mocktails and tasty teas. If you’re looking for recommendations, our food and beverage manager Jamie knows his stuff. One of the first things he…
Sebastien Gouwy – Department: Kitchen Sebastien has been part of the kitchen brigade at Ardanaiseig on and off since 7th May 2003 and if there’s anyone around here who has the inside track on Highland adventures, it’s him. From cycling and fishing to climbing Ben Cruachan, Sebastien likes to keep busy by taking full advantage…
We are pleased to announce that travel website TripAdvisor has awarded a 2015 Certificate of Excellence to Ardanaiseig. This is the third year in a row that our historic hotel has been the recipient of this award, so we’re sending out a big thank you to our guests for giving us such great reviews. In…
Ardanaiseig is brimming with interesting and beautiful antiques. One of our favourites, which takes pride of place in our drawing room, is a beautiful Bechstein piano. Built c. 1910, there is some mystery as to the previous life of this ornate piece before it came to us. During World War II, the Bechstein factory, and…
Donnchadh Bàn Mac an t-Saoir, known in English as Duncan Ban MacIntyre, was a Scottish Gaelic poet born in 1724 in Glen Orchy, Argyll. MacIntyre held a great appreciation for the natural world, especially the dramatic scenery of his native Argyll, and he became known for his nature-themed poetry. Though he was illiterate, he committed his…