Amhuinnsuidhe Castle Estate

Mar 30th, 2023

Mar 22nd, 2023

The castle is run as an hotel-cum-lodge. We stayed for a week as part of a group of 16. I understand that this is usually how the castle is let out. The day begins with a huge breakfast, following which the staff lay out a cold collation for guests to make up their own packed lunches. Thermos flasks, piece-boxes, crisps, fizzy drinks and chocolate bars are provided along with fruit, meat, vegetables, tuna, bread rolls.... it's a brilliant idea: one can make up a packed lunch that's exactly to one's own taste. In the evening dinner begins with a tiny canape; then a small soup; a generous first course; a huge main course; puddings; and then a cheeseboard. I came home 5lbs heavier than when I arrived. The castle itself is astonishing inside. There is some important art to be found on the walls. The surroundings are delightful. The castle has a full staff of ghillies and stalkers to take guests out to fish on the lochs and streams and on the sea; or to go after the deer. Depending on conditions, there might be grouse and the castle will help if one wishes to attempt a Macnab. Bring stout boots, stamina, DEET and midge nets. I had one of the best holidays that I've ever enjoyed, if not *the* very best, at Amhuinnsuide Castle. I hope that I'm lucky enough to go back one day. If you cannot get a large party to go with you, don't despair. They have "mixed rod weeks" when rooms are let to individuals: but one would have to be prepared to commune with new people to get the most out of the experience. If you get the chance: go.
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