Alladale Estate, in the Scottish Highlands, is set in one of Europe’s last remaining areas of wilderness. It compromises a beautifully appointed main house accommodating 14 guests which is surrounded by a 23,000 acre wildlife reserve covering 36 square miles and including 5 glens, 2 rivers and 10 lochs. The owner of the Estate is committed to restoring and conserving indigenous flora and fauna. His plans involve the introduction of brown bears, wolves and beavers to complement the existing population of red deer and wild boar. As a guest you will have the opportunity to contribute to and learn more about Alladale’s unique conservation programme.

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Location

Alladale is a one hour drive north of Inverness. The House stands on an elevated plateau surrounded by the remnants of an ancient Caledonian Scots pine forest and with spectacular views down two dramatic glens. The property is situated at the end of its own private drive, 4 miles from the village of Ardgay.
Inverness Airport is just under an hour’s drive. The airport is very well served and there are daily flights from Heathrow, Gatwick, Luton, Birmingham, Manchester, Bristol, Edinburgh, Glasgow and Belfast. Contact the following airlines for details: easyjet.com, ba.com, bmibaby.com. On arrival guests can hire a car from Inverness Airport or make arrangements with Alladale to be collected. For helicopter transfers contact PDG Helicopters on 0870 607 9000 or pdg-helicopters.co.uk, quoting Alladale. Alternatively guests can arrive by train at Inverness on the overnight sleeper from London Kings Cross (gner.com or 08457 225 225).

The Accommodation

Originally built as a sporting lodge, Alladale has maintained its traditional style with modern day comforts. It has recently been refurbished by Laura Ashley and its large beautifully appointed rooms with original fireplaces, tall sash windows and collection of antiques creates a ‘country style’ elegance which guests will find very welcoming.

The House comfortably accommodates up to 14 guests in 6 en-suite double bedrooms on the first floor and a double bedroom on the ground floor. The bedding and linen in the bedrooms and bathrooms have been selected with care, with an emphasis on natural fibres throughout; goose down pillows, finest English lambs wool blankets, pure Egyptian mercerised cotton sheets and best quality cotton towelling robes.

The Drawing Room with its baby grand piano is a haven for those wishing to relax and tell stories of the day's adventures with fellow guests. A log fire constantly blazes throughout the winter months, whilst the sashes in the bay windows are opened for cool breezes and stunning views down the glen in the summer.

1. Drawing Room with 2 open fires, 3 large sofas and a baby grand piano
2. Double Bedroom with disabled access and shower
3. Cloakroom
4. Dining Room with open fire and long table seating 16
5. Billiard Room with full size table
6. Board Room (for meetings)
7. Spa Treatment Room (see Additional Services)
8. Sauna
9. Cybex Gym
10. TV Room with Digital TV, DVD and Children’s Board Games
11. Fully equipped, commercial kitchen (guests to use under supervision)

1. 6 Double en-suite bedrooms

The Services

*The following items are included in the price:

1. Breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea, three-course evening meal
2. A guided 4x4 vehicle safari round the Estate
3. Ranger guided walks
4. Salmon leaping (seasonal)
5. Flora and Fauna
6. Two Oceans view
7. Gym and Sauna
8. Snooker table
9. Trout and fly fishing, river or loch (1 April – 30 September)
10. Logs and Utilities

Restrictions

• Minimum stay of 7 nights at Christmas and New Year. Please ask for price
• Minimum stay of 3 nights at weekends
• Sorry no hen or stag parties
• Sorry no dogs or pets