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Special Report: Former Victorian coaching inn The Fife Arms has re-opened as a luxury retreat in The Highlands |
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 Highland Adventure
There may be no more beautiful landscapes anywhere than the Highlands of Scotland (Okay, I’m half Scottish). In the last decade, the northern nation has seen a bounty of luxury options to go with a modern approach to making use of its bountiful offerings making it a culinary hotspot. The Fife Arms restores a Victorian era coaching inn with modern touches and over 14,000 pieces of original art and artifacts that makes your stay almost like a visit to a museum. Perfect for those of you who like outdoor activities from hiking, biking, horseback riding, fishing and shooting to golf and skiing, and a great venue for celebrations or even corporate retreats, you can make easy helicopter transfers from Glasgow or Edinburgh. It’s the subject of our Special Report this week.
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Special Report: The Fife Arms
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1. Overview
Not your run of the mill
luxury resort, The Fife Arms is a Victorian era coaching inn located in the
historic Scottish village of Braemar amidst the dramatic landscape of the
Cairngorms National Park. After multiple millions of pounds, the hotel recently
reopened with a Royal celebration to mark the work of its Swiss owners Iwan and
Manuela Wirth who are passionate about Scottish heritage, culture and
contemporary art.
The Scotsman writes, “This
is contemporary art, dark tartan walls, Victorian taxidermy and local color all
fused together in a bizarre, mesmeric concoction that just works. Put simply,
this is a no-expense-spared style transformation and a must-visit for anyone
coming to the area.” It continues, “The wow factor starts in the reception
area, which features a Picasso (Mousquetaire
et nu assis), a Lucian Freud (Child
Portrait – Annie), a Mark Bradford Steinway piano and a mahogany Robert
Burns fireplace. Old Masters are peppered throughout the floors.”
Braemar is situated in
the heart of Scotland’s Royal Deeside surrounded by the Grampian mountains and
ancient woodlands. It is about an hour and a half drive from Aberdeen airport
(ABZ) and a two-and a-half-hour drive from Edinburgh, however, helicopter transfers from Glasgow
and Edinburgh airports are about £4000 one way for up to five passengers.
Originally built by the
Duke of Fife it was officially opened by the TRH The Duke and Duchess of
Rothesay with Prince Charles and Camilla, Duchess or Cornwall making a visit.
Of note is the hotel's art collection.Throughout the common spaces of the
hotel are commissioned works by renowned contemporary international artists in
addition to a collection of 12,000 paintings, drawings and objects narrating
the history of the hotel, Braemar, and Scottish heritage.
The Wirths are co-Presidents
of Hauser and Wirth with galleries in London, New York, LA, Hong Kong, Zurich,
and Bruton, Somerset, and wanted to bring their love of art and design to the
historic interiors of the building. Envisioned as a cultural hub for the village,
they partnered with Alec Finlay, an artist and poet, to collaborate on its
conceptual design keeping the unique landscape and culture of the Upper Deeside
central to its philosophy. You’ll spot commissioned works by Guillermo Kuitca,
Zhang Enli, Subodh Gupta, Richard Jackson, Louise Bourgeouis, Bharti Kher and
an impressive array of Scottish artworks.
The Financial Times says,
“The Fife Arms is a triumphant realization of maximalism…it never seems
overdone and, by some alchemistic means, all comes together into a coherent,
vibrant whole. And your children will love it. Ours, three and six, soon found their
way by themselves to the Family Room, a playroom featuring a vintage table
football, two doll’s houses and a wall of books, Scottish heritage coloring
pads and paper, plus an en suite (toilet) with a jungle mural and felt elephant
heads.”
Some of the popular
activities include Highland safaris, clay and grouse shooting, deer stalking,
distillery and castle tours, falconry, fishing, hiking, gliding, golf, mountain
biking, photography, pony trekking, salmon fishing, Scotch tastings, skiing and
other winter sports as well as visits to the Queen’s Balmoral Estate and
Braemar Castle.
Anne Scully, president of McCabe
World Travel, a travel agency focused on luxury travel visited shortly after
the re-opening and tells me, “The hotel could be considered an art gallery with
rooms. There is such a feeling of welcome on arrival it's as if you have gone
to a favorite aunt and uncle's estate.”
2. Accommodations
The Fife Arms offers 46
guest rooms and suites. The accommodations weave together exceptional design,
local craftsmanship, nature, and the rich history of Braemar. Under the
creative direction of London-based interior designer, Russell Sage (The Savoy
Grill, bedrooms at The Goring Hotel, Lansdowne Club), and Crathie-based
Scottish architects Moxon Architects (Taipei Museum of Art, Serpentine
Boathouse at Hyde Park in London) the building has retained all of its timber
sash and case windows and a large number of original chimney stacks. Traditional
architectural characteristics from its timber bargeboards to its
Aberdeen-bonded stonework and over 70 different wallpapers, many reprints of
discontinued Liberty designs, provide authenticity.
Royal Suites (4 in
category)
Each of the four Royal
Suites (Queen Victoria, Princess Royal Louise, The Duke of Fife, and The Indian Suite) are located on the first floor (one above the ground level as they
count them in Scotland) and span 614 square feet. These suites offer a
separate bedroom and living area. The bedrooms all feature a stunning four-poster bed in carved, dark
wood. The bathrooms are equipped with standalone copper bathtubs and separate
walk-in showers. While each
have a different décor, all offer views over Braemar’s surroundings, hills and
the village. Victoria Suites
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The Victoria Suites
reflect the hotel’s history as a 19th century coaching inn and are decorated
with antique furnishings, period wallpaper and original artwork. The Victoria
Suites are 388 square feet with a bedroom and living area
from which guests can enjoy panoramic views of the Scottish Highlands. The bathrooms
feature freestanding cast iron bathtubs and separate walk-in showers.
3. Restaurant and Bars
Showcasing the best of
Scotland Executive Chef Robert Cameron and his team work with local gamekeepers
and farmers from fresh seafood and game to local whiskies and spirits.
The Clunie Dining Room
Serving breakfast and
dinner daily, The Clunie Dining Room showcases the best of Scottish produce and
ingredients with menus created by Head Chef Magnus Burstedt. Named after the
River Clunie, which runs past the hotel, The Clunie Dining room showcases
wood-fire cooking and seasonal Scottish produce in a striking room painted in
distinctive cubistoid style by Argentinian artist, Guillermo Kuitca. The
Scotsman writes, “It is a spectacular space and another canvas for great art.”
The Flying Stag
Traditionally the heart
of the village, The Flying Stag is the hotel’s public bar. Frequented by
residents and visitors alike, the public bar offers classic Scottish dishes,
real ales, live entertainment and a selection of over 180 whiskies. Open daily.
Elsa’s
An exquisite jewel box
of a bar, Elsa’s Bar brings Art Deco glamour to the Highlands. Inspired by
fashion designer, Elsa Schiaparelli’s signature style, love of shocking pink
and “bon mots,” this bijou bar offers champagne and hand-crafted cocktails that
are beautifully presented. The perfect spot for a pre-prandial aperitif or a
late-night digestif, the bar showcases Scottish spirits and elixirs. Open
Tuesdays-Saturdays.
The Drawing Room
Where tradition meets
contemporary, the Drawing Room is one of the most picturesque rooms. The walls
are covered in The Fife Arms tartan, which was specially designed for the hotel
and the room is richly furnished with Scottish art and antiques. The most
striking view is the ceiling quartz painting, “Ancient Quartz,” commissioned
from the renowned Chinese artist, Zhang Enli. Enjoy a morning coffee or
afternoon tea which is served daily from 12:00-4:00 pm. Reservations are
strongly advised.
4. Wellness
The Fife Arms Spa has
three treatment rooms, a sauna and a relaxation area. The spa builds on
traditional heritage of its Highland location and blends holistic style with a
local herbal approach to wellbeing.
5. Golf
Guests at the hotel can
tee-off at the Braemar Golf Club less than a five-minute drive away. It holds
the distinction of being the highest 18-hole course in Scotland at around 1,205
feet above sea level.
6. Meetings and Celebrations
Overlooking its internal courtyard and featuring a dramatic antler chandelier, The Fog Room can accommodate a maximum of 28 people in board room style over 2 tables or between 40 to 50 people on round tables. Equipped with AV equipment, a screen and a projector, the Brae Room lends itself to screenings, presentations and talks. It can accommodate up to 30 guests in theatre style or in boardroom style.The Fire Room is a private dining room can seat up to 12 people for a private meal or meeting next to an impressive fireplace and stainless-steel chandelier by Indian artist Subodh Gupta. The hotel is available for full buyouts and an ideal venue for celebrations as well.
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