Part of the Highlands and Islands Travel Guide on Britain Express, highlighting attractions, heritage, and tourism information.
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Historic Hotel Accommodation in Contin, Highlands and Islands Part of the Highlands and Islands Travel Guide on Britain Express, highlighting attractions, heritage, and tourism information. |
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Coul House HotelA Historic Hotel in Contin, Highlands and IslandsContin by Strathpeffer Contin Highlands and Islands Scotland IV14 9ES
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Description:
From: £45.00 Coul House Hotel is ideally positioned to offer stunning views of Strathconon Valley and mountains beyond. The Hotel offers a secluded location which allows guests to relax in peace and tranquility, yet is ideally located for the nearby A835 and the bustling city of Inverness. The house sits majestically at the end of a half mile driveway and is set in eight acres of mature woodlands, which also boasts a private nine hole pitch and putt Coul House is the perfect place to rediscover the romance and beauty of the Highlands with 21 en-suite bedrooms, a charming and unique octagonal restaurant and many other homely features that adds to the ambiance of the hotel. The property is personally supervised by the proprietors, ensuring a relaxed and hospitable atmosphere.All 21 En-suite bedrooms consisting of four lower ground floor and 17 first floor bedrooms are en-suite with bath and shower, and equipped with all modern appliances Each bedroom is individually decorated in keeping with the character of the house. All bedrooms have stunning views of the Strathconon Valley and the mountains beyond or the mature woodlands and hillside.The grand octagonal shape restaurant which is the centrepiece of the hotel, with an intricately stuccoed ceiling, complete with Greek key, thistle and Celtic knot motifs Often in the evening youll see beautiful sunsets through the three ceiling to floor windows which offer fabulous views of the surrounding area. Both a grill and an la carte menu are available, offering contemporary gourmet meals with an imaginative menu. Ingredients are locally sourced wherever possible, often featuring Scottish Game, local Salmon homemade breads, pastries and delightful desserts The small village of Contin sits on the banks of the River Conon and is a fantastic spot for nature lovers with attractions including the Achility Forest with miles of bike and walking trials, Rogie Waterfalls with salmon leaping throughout the summer, secluded lochs including the famous Loch Ness and abundant wildlife combined with the stunning views over Strathconon Valley. Coul House is located close to places of interest such as Dingwall, Beauly Firth and Jamestown, this natural beauty of Contin can be enjoyed by all. Accommodation Rating: 3* (about ratings) Facilities
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Heritage Rated from 1- 5 (low-exceptional) on historic interest
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Heritage Rated from 1- 5 (low to exceptional) on historic interest We've 'tagged' this accommodation to help you find related historic attractions and learn more about major time periods mentioned in the description. Find attractions tagged with:Celtic (Architecture) - Decorated (Architecture) -Directions: UK Hotels |
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HISTORY CORNERName the Historic attractionBritish Heritage AwardsCelebrate the best of British Heritage in our annual British History QuizThis famous military debacle was immortalized by Alfred, Lord Tennyson, in his poem, The Charge of the Light Brigade This Day in British History12 February, 1554 Lady Jane Grey executed Grey became famous as the 'Nine Days Queen', a pawn in the ambitions of the Earl of Northumberland Monarch Mayhem |
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