Sir Walter Scott
Scott is a renowned Scottish poet and inventor of the historical novel romanticising Scottish landscape and characters such as Rob Roy, Waverley and The Bride of Lammermoor.
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The grandeur of the Scottish natural landscape has inspired countless writers and poets. Our Nature and Poetry Rooms feature artwork and objects made from natural materials such as heather, horn and tweed. The rooms feature beautiful wooden headboards with words by Scottish poet, Alec Finlay, carved into them. Interconnecting rooms are available. Room sizes are approximate.
Enjoy a peek into our Nature & Poetry Rooms, all inspired by the beautiful Scottish landscape that surrounds the hotel.
From Nan Shepherd to David Douglas, our Nature & Poetry Rooms are inspired by writers and poets as well as the beautiful Highland landscape.
Scott is a renowned Scottish poet and inventor of the historical novel romanticising Scottish landscape and characters such as Rob Roy, Waverley and The Bride of Lammermoor.
Born in Peterculter, Aberdeenshire, Shepherd was a Scottish Modernist writer and poet. 'The Living Mountain' was her celebrated book on the Cairngorms written during the Second World War, however it was not published until more than thirty years later.
Louis Agassiz was a Swiss-American geologist and biologist, whilst Sir Archibald Geikie was a Scottish geologist and writer - they both studied glacier drifts. Agassiz Rock in Edinburgh was first recognised by Agassiz in 1840 to have been eroded by glacier ice, this remains a significant historical site for its part in the development of glacial theory in Scotland.
An internationally renowned Perthshire botanist, explorer and plant-hunter. Douglas introduced around 240 North American species into the UK, including the Douglas Fir in 1827.
Many wild flowers can be found around the Cairngorms National Park including Bell Heather, Moss Campion, Bog Myrtle and of course, the thistle which is the national flower of Scotland.
Having formed an integral part of one of the golden ages in Gaelic poetry in Scotland during the 18th century, Duncan Ban MacIntyre is a renowned Scottish Gaelic poet best known for the poem about Beinn Dorain, a mountain in Bute, 'Moladh Beinn Dobhrain' (Praise of Ben Doran)
The ex-Editor of Vogue and Harpers Bazaar and the first wife of Captain Alwyn Farquharson of Invercauld, Frances was a flamboyant character who left a lasting impression on Braemar and Braemar Castle, where she lived for almost half a century.
Perhaps best known for Treasure Island, of which the first few chapters were written whilst on holiday in Braemar, Robert Louise Stevenson was a Scottish poet, essayist, musician and novelist.
A Scottish naturalist, photographer and folklorist, Seton Gordon began exploring the Highlands as a boy, particularly the Cairngorms National Park, and captured through words and pictures the wildlife and scenery of Scotland.
Princess Louise, the fourth eldest daughter of Queen Victoria, was born in 1848 during a time of great revolution. Queen Victoria always said she 'ought to be something peculiar in consequence'. Many tales surrounded her including affairs, an illegitimate child and a lover dying during the throes of passion.
Heather is found on the Moorlands and is predominantly made up of two types, Ling and Bell. In the autumn it's a picturesque sight of purple bloom and is maintained with regular grazing and burning. Image credit: Hannah Devereux
Stalkers are traditionally employed on Highland estates where deer are present. Mostly managing red deer on the open hill, their aim is to achieve a balance between the deer and the environment. Stalkers would often work with Ghillies who would extract a shot deer using a garron (pony).
A Scottish poet who wrote in the Scottish vernacular, Marion is seen as a forebearer of a Scottish renaissance in inter-war poetry. She published several collections of poetry and she is featured in numerous anthologies.
The Fife Arms invites you to enjoy this special holiday within its beautiful rooms and grounds, all of which have been sumptuously decorated with foraged plants and festive decorations, that celebrate the warmth and wonder of a Scottish Victorian Christmas.
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This Hogmanay we are ringing in the new year in style with a three-night stay.
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Enjoy a midweek getaway with a one-night stay, and a delicious meal in our iconic pub, The Flying Stag.
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Join us for a three-night solo offer in partnership with local artists to help disconnect and rekindle your creativity.
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Book your escape to our special spot in the Highlands 30 days in advance to receive a discount on your stay. Subject to availability.
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Join us for a three-night stay and enjoy a meal at Fish Shop, our new restaurant and adjoining fishmonger in Ballater.
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We are offering families the chance to stay in one of our family suites for seven nights and pay for the price of five nights.
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Celebrating Scotland’s most famous sporting export, the Fife Arms Kilted Open returns for a third year from 16th – 18th May 2025.
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