Bunchrew House Shortlist*
Inverness, Highland
Good Hotel Guide Review
In a ‘lovely position’ by Beauly Firth, this handsome 17th-century mansion stands in large grounds that lead into woodland laced with walking paths – look out for the brown hares and roe deer who like to visit. Within the hotel are traditionally styled bedrooms and suites with period details, each looking over garden or lake; one has its own conservatory. There are two fireplaces in the drawing room, and a fine collection of malt whiskies in the clubby bar; in the wood-panelled restaurant, Scottish dishes at dinner might include roast loin of Highland lamb, spinach and mushroom stuffing. At breakfast, fuel up on a Highland Scottish grill or pancakes with maple-glazed bacon. ‘We had a very pleasant stay.’
Hotel details
Address
Bunchrew
Inverness
Highland
IV3 8TA
Scotland
Telephone
01463 234917
Bedrooms
16. 1 on ground floor.
Open
all year except 15–30 Jan.
Facilities
bar, drawing room, restaurant, private dining room, civil wedding licence, in-room TV (Freeview), terrace, garden, woodlands, electric car charging points, public areas wheelchair accessible.
Background music
in public areas.
Children
all ages welcomed.
Dogs
allowed in bar, not in restaurant.
Credit cards
Amex, MC, Visa.
Prices
per room B&B £95–£395. Prix fixe dinner £45 (2 courses), £55 (3 courses), 7-course tasting menu £75.