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Luxury Highland Hotels & Self-Catered Accommodation
Black Sheep Hotels brings together experience and expertise through our collection of Highland country hotels, strategically located to showcase the true spirit and beauty of the Scottish Highlands. Established in 1991, our properties provide opportunities to explore the outdoors while experiencing local culture and heritage. We care for guests through innovative hospitality delivered by enthusiastic team members committed to creating a family-style yet dynamic environment.Our mission focuses on guests, team members, and Highland communities, with core values including creativity, teamwork, integrity, and perseverance. The business is led by promoter siblings Sanjay and Rachna Narang, whose visionary approach has driven pioneering ventures in hospitality since the 1990s.
Services
Self-Catered Accommodation
The Spa
Black Sheep Adventures
Highland Weddings
Fine Dining Restaurants
Mountain Cabins
Lochside Brasserie
Burns Bar
Fitness Centre
Outdoor Sauna
Details
- Year established: 1991
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of expertise in Highland hospitality since 1991
- Our properties combine historic charm with modern luxury amenities
- We provide curated Highland adventures and cultural experiences
- Our team delivers personalized service with local knowledge
- We maintain 24/7 operational support for guest emergencies
What people say
Breathtaking scenery
Exceptional service
Unique properties
Immersive experiences
Romantic settings
Services
Self-Catered Accommodation
Our self-catered properties combine historic charm with modern comforts. St Andrews House offers 19th-century grandeur while mountain-style cabins provide rustic yet luxurious stays. All properties feature stylish interiors with uninterrupted views of mountains, lochs, and forests. Guests enjoy full kitchen facilities and private amenities for an independent yet immersive Highland experience.
The Spa
The Spa at Whispering Pine Lodge offers holistic relaxation with therapy rooms, outdoor sauna, and hot tub overlooking Loch Lochy. Our fitness centre features state-of-the-art equipment with loch views. Treatments include body massages, facials, and manicures using quality products. Open daily with 24-hour fitness access for resident guests.
Black Sheep Adventures
We provide expert-guided Highland adventures for all skill levels. Activities include wildlife boat trips, castle tours, golf experiences, and forest park explorations. Our curated itineraries cover September-November seasonal highlights, combining outdoor pursuits with cultural immersion in Scotland's most scenic locations.
Highland Weddings
Our venues offer romantic settings for weddings of 2-80 guests. The Whispering Pine Lodge provides multiple ceremony options including lakeside pebble beaches, glass-faade restaurants, and outdoor decks. Services include custom menus, spa packages, and accommodation for wedding parties across 25 rooms and 8 cabins.
Fine Dining Restaurants
Our restaurants serve Scottish, international, and Asian cuisine using locally sourced ingredients. The Lochside Brasserie offers waterfront dining while Burns Bar specialises in whisky pairings. Landour Bakehouse provides patisserie items, and Pizzeria locations serve authentic Neapolitan pizzas in Fort William and Inverness.
People
Sanjay Narang
Promoter
Visionary entrepreneur with over 30 years' experience in hospitality innovation. Transforms unique concepts into reality through strategic leadership and operational excellence across diverse ventures in India and Scotland.
Rachna Narang
Promoter
Design-focused hospitality pioneer with intuitive aesthetic sensibility. Shapes distinctive property identities through creative interior design and guest experience innovation across the group's global portfolio.
Sharon Machado
Director
Multi-tasking hospitality professional known for problem-solving expertise. Ensures operational efficiency through determination and practical solutions, earning recognition as the go-to person for business challenges.
Vidur Kapur
Chief Operating Officer
Operational leader combining perfectionism with team development. Focuses on behind-the-scenes excellence through empowered teams and systematic processes to deliver consistent hospitality standards.
Vanessa Crasto
Vice President
Approachable hospitality executive with dual focus on colleague support and customer satisfaction. Balances interpersonal skills with operational oversight to maintain service quality across properties.
Questions
What amenities are included in self-catered accommodations?
All properties feature fully equipped kitchens, luxury bedding, and private bathrooms. Specific amenities vary by location with details provided during booking.
Can I host a wedding at your properties?
Yes, we offer wedding packages for 2-80 guests across multiple venues. The Whispering Pine Lodge provides exclusive use options with dedicated event planning support.
Are pets allowed in the accommodations?
Selected properties accept pets with prior arrangement. Please contact our reservations team to discuss specific requirements before booking.
What dining options are available on-site?
We offer fine dining, casual eateries, and specialty bars across our properties. Menus feature Scottish cuisine, international dishes, and whisky pairings with seasonal variations.
What adventure activities do you recommend?
Our curated experiences include wildlife cruises, castle tours, golf courses, and forest park adventures. Seasonal recommendations are available for different times of year.
Reviews (1)
Phil M.
Feb 24, 2020
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Phenomenal experience. This is some of the best Indian food I have ever had. Apparently the chefs are from Mumbai. We had the lamb shank and butter chicken, followed by the Kulfi. Set in a lovely, old inn the ambiance was farmhouse casual with an upscale quality of food and service.
