M11395 was designed by William Burn and is listed for its architectural importance. Burn's other work includes Bowhill for the Duke of Buccleuch and a number of Edinburgh's finest 19th century buildings.
The entrance hall boasts some fine pieces of antique furniture and works of art. It is very much the original entrance hall of a traditional country house. Other public rooms include the library, with its roaring log fire, the long drawing room where chamber music and piano recitals are sometimes performed, and the games room with its full size snooker table.
Property amenities:
The best restaurantin the Highlands. Wild woodland gardens of Ardanaiseig were regarded as one of the natural splendours of Argyll. There is a full sized billiard table in the games room. Croquet lawn.
Nearby attractions and activities:
Walking:
Literally hundreds of miles of wonderful hill, forest and lochside walks begin on the doorstep. Maps and rucksacks are freely available. Picnics, mountain bikes and horses can be arranged.
Tennis, Snooker, Clay Pigeon Shooting, etc.
There is a newly resurfaced hard tennis court in a woodland clearing and a clay pigeon shoot close by. Gliding and horse riding can be arranged.
Boating & Fishing:
In the bay below the hotel there is an old stone boat house. There are boats for fishing, sailing or simply exploring the many islands, crannogs, ruined castles and holy places of Loch Awe, including Ardanaiseig's private island, Eilean a Chomlraidh.
Fishing tackle is available and there is a small trout lochan for fly casting. Salmon, pike, trout , char and perch abound.
Croquet:
Afternoon tea can be served on the croquet lawn. The implements for this apparently dignified but actually most vicious of games are available on request.
The Grand Tour:
Ardanaiseig is an excellent staging post for touring the Highlands and Islands. Loch Ness, the victorian port of Oban with its regular ferries to Skye, Mull, Iona and the Outer Islands, and Loch Lomond are all within easy reach. In winter when the snow is good, there is skiing at Glen Coe and Ben Nevis.
The Ardanaiseig Open Air Theatre:
A magical 120 seat amphitheatre nestles into the hillside by the water's edge. Each summer there is a series of events. Folk and classical music, storytelling sessions and performances of ballet by Ballet West are popular favourites throughout the season. The amphitheatre has also proved the perfect setting for wedding ceremonies.
Kilchurn Castle:
On a clear day, Kilchurn Castle can be seen from the jetty at Ardanaiseig. It is the original castle of the Glenurchy and Breadalbane Campbells.
It stands upon a low plateau of rock amid marshy land at the northeastern end of Loch Awe where the River Orchy enters the loch. The main part of the castle was built between 1440 and 1460 with additions in the late 15th and early 16th centuries.
Location:
The hotel is sittuated 5 miles east of Taynuilt.
Policy:
Reservations should be confirmed by fax or letter together with a deposit of £30 per person by cheque or credit card, reduced rates for children. Single supplement charge of £30 per night. A £10 charge for dogs. Dinner is £42 per person.
Guests are respectfully reminded that a confirmed reservation constitutes a binding contract. Due to the geographical position of the hotel, we reserve the right to charge in full for any cancellation unless 21 days notice in writing is given or the accommodation is re-let.
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The entrance hall boasts some fine pieces of antique furniture and works of art. It is very much the original entrance hall of a traditional country house. Other public rooms include the library, with its roaring log fire, the long drawing room where chamber music and piano recitals are sometimes performed, and the games room with its full size snooker table.
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