Blarcreen House

This place was the loveliest stay of many lovely stays we had in Scotland. It is a small manor house down a long one lane road, on the grounds of a historic property that is still actively farmed. Total quiet. The water, the skies and the sheep make you happy to close out the rest of the world. Dierdre and David have created a welcoming and peaceful haven. The perfect, minimal decor focuses your attention out the windows to the ever-changing light and landscape views. The rooms are luxurious and the attention to detail makes you feel blissfully pampered. David serves a spectacular breakfast, and being foodies, they will direct you to Michelin starred restaurants nearby. We just walked. We crossed the fields of sheep and hiked along the lake. I never wanted to leave. Don't stay less than 2-3 full days. It would be such a waste. We felt like family within hours of our arrival. We might go back to Scotland just to visit again, for a much longer stay.

We will be coming back. Blarcreen is like a secret garden escape. It was beautiful, peaceful, and Ardchattan was absolutely lovely. The room we stayed in was lovely, like stepping into a novel, and the view of Loch Etive was perfection. David was such a lovely host and made us feel so welcome. Of all the places we visited on our Scottish roadtrip, THIS is where we will be returning!