HO TE L O F THE MON TH, SCOTLA N D
Fàilte's furan! A warm welcome to the castle! Reside in a castle; spend your days in the most majestic of rooms and enjoy life in Scotland’s vast green landscape – now, who wouldn’t want that? TEXT: SILKE HENKELE I PHOTOS: SCHLOSS ROXBURGHE
Amidst the breathtaking landscape of the Scottish Borders lies the historic hotel SCHLOSS Roxburghe. Only an hour’s drive from Edinburgh or Newcastle, the historic manor house, which belongs to the German hotel group SCHLOSS, is a truly exceptional getaway. “We believe in indulgence! And we want our guests to experience magical, unforgettable moments here at SCHLOSS Roxburghe,” stresses spokeswoman Larissa Maier-Lauth. Original fireplaces, ceilings that are three metres high and historical stucco elements lend the 20 rooms and suites their own character, while underlining the building’s varied history. Schottish pat88 | Issue 80 | November 2019
terns and colours dominate the ambiance and effortlessly bring the charm of bygone times back to life. “Lovers of nature and the outdoors will particularly enjoy their time with us. From horseback riding to hiking, claypigeon shooting or fly fishing in our own lakes – it’s our guests’ choice. Golfers can look forward to our golf course: designed by the renowned golf-course architect Dave Thomas, our 18-hole-championship course counts amongst the best in the country,” says Maier-Lauth. In newly designed gourmet restaurant Sunlaws, guest can devour top-class culinary delights. Whenever possible, chef Olivier Borja uses local products or prod-
ucts grown on the hotel’s own farmlands. Why not visit the historical library bar 1745 after having relished Borja’s specialities? “In front of the bar’s crackling open fire is the perfect place to end an unforgettable day in style. Many of our guests take the traditional five o’clock tea in the Drawing Room. Its cosy ambiance and the warming open fire invite you to relax and enjoy; an ideal place to reflect on the day in peace and quiet. In summer,” continues Maier-Lauth, ”our spacious terrace provides an excellent setting for taking in the landscape’s beauty and vastness.” Curious about hotel SCHLOSS Roxburghe? Why not treat yourself and a loved one to the Hogmanay New Year’s Eve special? Guests can enjoy a threeday-stay with breakfast, an exclusive gala dinner and many more extras besides. Bliadhna Ùr Mhath! www.schlosshotel-roxburghe.com