Manoir de Style Baronial avec Installations de Divertissement

The current owners Lynne & Marc Lino, bought the property in 2014 from Sir Billy Connolly a famous comedian/actor who owned the property for 15 years. Prior to this the mansion was owned by the founders of the Body Shop chain Anita and Gordon Roddick. Considerable investment has recently been made into the interior redesign of this stunning property including an environmentally friendly biomass heating system throughout and magnificent chef’s kitchen. Guests enjoy private, exclusive use offering 12 luxury bedrooms each with their own allocated bathroom. Public areas include an impressive formal Tartan Dining Room, stunning baronial wood panelled Drawing Room, Games/ Billiard Room with a full size snooker table, and the guests favourite of an evening the Whisky Library. Outdoors there are 18 acres of private woodland and manicured lawns, including a large Victorian walled garden with beautiful flowers and trees, a lochan fed by the celebrated River Don and a woodland bonfire area – a very special spot to enjoy a drink by the fire. Exploring the lavish grounds you will find one magical setting after another– exclusively yours to enjoy during your stay. Activities: Our team can assist in arranging and advising on a wonderful array of activities on and close to the Estate, along with places to visit and local attractions to complete your Scottish Highlands experience. - Onsite laser clay shooting - Archery - Falconry display - Highland games on the lawn - Whisky or Gin tasting from an experienced tutor - Whisky or Gin distillery tour - Fishing with a local Ghillie - Cycling and mountain biking - Castle tour - Spa day - 4×4 off road safari - Balmoral Castle Safari - Hikes and hill-walks direct from the property within the National park - Horse riding All pricing is inclusive of House Manager, Housekeeping, Night Porter, Continental Breakfast, Daily Afternoon Tea, Whisky Library, Welcome Gift in each room, Full Itinerary Planning and VAT A remarkable setting… to relax and discover tranquillity with a view of Scotland’s beauty.