A 19th-century Grade B listed building, a contemporary extension and the River Ness running past the windows. The brief was to turn all three into one five-star stay.

We started with how guests move: arriving, finding their bearings, settling in, coming back. A sculptural granite reception desk anchors the arrival while layered lounges invite people to stay put. Tall Victorian windows let the Highlands do some of the work.

Across 47 bedrooms and suites, seasonal Highland tones, local granite and brass keep things restorative and quietly luxurious, with the operational detail tucked out of sight.

Grand on arrival. Easy for the whole stay.