Beautiful, loyal and splendidly stubborn, the Gordon Setter was developed for Scotland’s demanding landscape. Through Bydand and five-month-old Loki—Eddrachilles’ aspiring junior doggy concierge—we explore the history and character of the Castle Dog, and what these remarkable dogs bring to hotel life.

Three times a year we leave Garden Notes in the hotel lounges for our guests, many of whom are keen gardeners, to browse These show has been happening in the 3-4 acres around the hotel building in the Far North West of the British mainland, the challenges and progress made This article is a summary of the Summer edition..

Kylesku, Scourie and Badcall Bay are closer than a booking search can sometimes suggest. For those deciding where to stay in Assynt and north-west Sutherland, we introduce our small former manse by the bay—and the unhurried dinner, bed and breakfast experience we offer.