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For jaw-dropping scenery, mouth-watering local delicacies and more types of whisky than you can shake a sporran at, a stay at Taychreggan hotel in the Scottish Highlands is not to be missed.

Nestled in a romantic spot on Loch Awe, Taychreggan is a 300-year-old drovers inn that boasts some of the most beautiful views and warmest of welcomes in the Highlands.

The 18 rooms, which mostly boast a view over the Loch and rugged landscape beyond, can sleep up to 36 guests and are decorated with rich dark furniture and just a splash of tartan, while the huge bathrooms are perfect for romantic bubble baths a deux.

The hotel is licensed for civil and religious ceremonies and can be hired for exclusive use, and you can choose to say your vows inside the house, surrounded by beautiful seasonal flowers, or in the well-kept garden overlooking the Loch.

The hotel has a welcoming sitting room with comfy sofas and a roaring fire, as well as a light and spacious orangery – perfect for your guests to enjoy appetisers in. A winter reception can be held in the dining room, which seats 60 and looks out on to the magnificent Loch Awe, or a summer celebration can take place on the lawn outside, or under a marquee. Guests can feast on local delights such as smoked salmon, prime Scotch beef or roast lamb, followed by crème brulee or sticky date pudding, then you can toast your new life together with a wee dram of whisky from the nearby distilleries.

Taychreggan is a superb all-year venue that can be filled with twinkly lights and candles for a festive winter wedding or with eye-catching arrangements of fresh flowers for a summer celebration. Whatever time of year though, you're guaranteed an unforgettable day.

For more information, call 01866 833211 or visit the website.