Sleeps: 20 Bedrooms: 11 Bathrooms: 6
Type: Seclusion, Mindfulness, Celebration, Family
Features & Activities: Boating, fishing, kayaking, rural
Location: Loch Moidart, off the West Coast of Scottish Highlands
Those Looking For: Time to reconnect, get off the grid and re-energise
Eilean Shona has a rich cultural programme of workshops and residencies and Eilean Shona’s cultural focus remains a central theme. Artists and writers taking part have included Louisa Young, Ben Rivers, Ayan Farah, Paul Kindersly, Laura Lancaster, Pep Duran Esteva, Carmen Galofre and many more.
Shona Artists Residency Programme
The island has long been an inspiration for artists and writers and to build on this legacy we are launching an annual residency programme from March 2021.
More details on the residency programme and application
Shona Retreats
Courses, led by experienced teachers, will focus on exploring creativity in this truly unique island setting. Cut off from the world and all its stresses, you will be immersed in nature and surrounded by wildlife. Retreats are aimed at both the beginner and those with more experience.
Writing workshops have been led by Amy Liptrot, Raffaella Barker, Hilary Boyd and Freya North. Our next writing workshop will take place in the Autumn of 2020.
Podcast. Holly chats to Vanessa Branson about all the wonderful experiences to be had on her exclusive Scottish Island, Eilean Shona.
Sample itinerary ideas that can include Eilean Shona : The Highlands and Private Island
Other relevant links : Chatting with Holly Blog
Corrour Lodge
Sleeps: 28 Bedrooms: 7 Double ensuite with a kid’s bunkroom sleeps 14 Bathrooms: 9
Type: Family/multigenerational, Groups, Corporate, Seclusion
Features & Activities: Remote, Rural, Wild Swimming, Sauna Cabins, Hiking, Country Sports, Mountain Biking, Pony Trekking, Boating and Games Room
Location: Approximately 90 minutes from Inverness Airport
Those looking for: Time to reconnect, re-energise, embrace wilderness, motivate teams, celebrate
Adare Manor
Situated in a picturesque Irish village with convenient access to the rest of the country, Adare Manor is an ideal base for exploring the best that Ireland has to offer.
The hotel offers something for everyone – a luxury castle feeling for couples looking for a romantic getaway, state of the art golf for those keen to try their clubs on this championship course and, for those looking for a little pampering, the La Mer Spa is the only one of its kind in the British isles. There is also an abundance of activities for active families looking to explore the outdoors ranging from falconry to archery, horse-riding, cycling and fishing. This historic country castle escape has it all.
Rooms : 104 spacious bedrooms and suites Type : Couples, Active Families, Golfers
The Westbury
The Westbury boasts an iconic location just off of Dublin’s famous Grafton Street, renowned for luxury shopping and street artists.
The Westbury is within a 10-minute walk of some of Dublin’s most popular attractions, such as Trinity College and the National gallery, and there are also numerous bars, restaurants and shops just steps away. This central hotel is a fantastic base to explore Ireland’s iconic capital and a great choice for those wanting to be amongst the hustle and bustle of the city centre.
Rooms: 205 Bedrooms and Suites Type: Families and Couples