Knockinaam Lodge

Top choice in Dumfries & Galloway


For a real dose of luxury, head 3 miles southeast to this former hunting lodge in a dramatic, secluded location with grassy lawns rolling down to a sandy cove. It’s where Churchill plotted the endgame of WWII – you can stay in his suite – and it’s a very romantic place to get away from it all.

Excellent French-influenced cuisine (lunch/dinner for nonguests £40/70) is backed up by a great range of wines and single malts, and breakfast features homemade jams.


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