To reachThe Fife Arms, you must first cross the Cairnwell Pass.

(That is, if you are coming from the south, as visitors generally are.)

But then, you spot the chandelier made of glass antlers that glow neon.

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And, wait: Is that a Picasso hanging on the opposite wall?

(It is.)

Yet the atmosphere is anything but fusty.

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(However, they will help you arrange a hunting or fishing trip too, should you wish.)

(Think Liberace of the Glen.)

Its immensely stylish, yes, but also has that all-important thing: soul.

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(We did manage to squeeze some sketching in there too.)

Its little wonder why.

In the market for a more 2024 take on the rural Highlands stay?

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Heres the rare hotel that truly has it all.

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