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Take a bath under the stars at five-star Highlands hotel opens luxury cottage
The Torridon has launched Chestnut Cottage, a luxurious new retreat with loch views, a stargazing bath, and a cosy log burner
The UK's most northerly five-star hotel has unveiled a luxury cottage offering guests unrivalled lochside views and the chance to stargaze while soaking in a warm bath.
The Torridon's newest gem, Chestnut Cottage, is positioned as the estate's most exclusive offering. The newly-refurbished private retreat perfectly blends luxury with a warm, homely feel, capturing the essence of heritage, elegance, and comfort in the heart of the Highlands.
Guests at Chestnut Cottage can indulge in an outdoor bath under some of the darkest and clearest skies in the UK, enjoy direct access to Upper Loch Torridon, and unwind by a cosy log burner that invites quiet moments with a good book.
Inside, the walls are adorned with wallpaper by renowned British designer GP&J Baker, featuring herons and lilies that bring the beauty of the outdoors inside, fully immersing visitors in the stunning Wester Ross landscape.
The cottage's style marries traditional Victorian touches, like a bespoke wardrobe crafted by Scottish artisan Danny Rusling, with contemporary elements, including a modern mulberry stripe placed horizontally for a fresh twist.
Bold colours, plush velvets and vivid patterns create a tranquil yet energising atmosphere, designed to lift the spirits.
Rohaise Rose-Bristow, co-owner and creative visionary behind Chestnut Cottage, explained the inspiration behind the space, saying: 'We wanted to create a space where guests feel inspired by the luxury touches, but comfortable enough to kick off your muddy boots.'
She added: 'It's the perfect spot for guests to escape and to switch off from the world for a while, to recharge and leave feeling a little bit happier.'
Rohaise and her husband, Dan Rose-Bristow, took ownership of The Torridon in 1998, with Rohaise blending original Victorian charm with her own modern design flair to transform the hotel into the unique sanctuary it is today.
Nestled within 58 acres of private parkland at the foot of dramatic mountains and overlooking a shimmering sea loch, The Torridon is one of the UK's most celebrated luxury retreats.
The estate boasts fine dining at its flagship restaurant 1887 and the Bo & Muc Brasserie, headed by acclaimed Chef Danny Young.
Guests can also explore the whisky bar, offering 356 different blends, or take part in a wide range of outdoor activities from loch snorkelling and kayaking to hiking and clay pigeon shooting.
The Torridon's grandeur echoes its history as a hunting lodge built in the 1860s by William King-Noel, the first Earl of Lovelace, and completed in 1887.
The Earl is notable for marrying Ada Lovelace, Lord Byron's only legitimate daughter, who was a pioneering poetical scientist.
According to The Torridon's website, the estate represents the kind of Scottish holiday home favoured by English nobility after Queen Victoria made the Highlands respectable once again.
Today, Dan and Rohaise Rose-Bristow, who inherited the property from Rohaise's parents, have meticulously restored and reimagined The Torridon into a boutique hotel that honours its surroundings.
The award winning hotel features 18 uniquely styled rooms and suites in the main building, plus 12 more in the Stables and The Boathouse for private getaways.
Dining options highlight seasonal and traditional Scottish flavours, while outdoor adventures range from guided tours of lochs and glens to stargazing, sea kayaking, mountain biking, gorge scrambling and archery.
Room rates start from £635, offering guests a luxurious Highland escape steeped in history, comfort and natural beauty.
