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Busta House

At a Glance

    Pros

  • truly haunting atmosphere
  • atmospheric public rooms
  • lovely grounds

    Cons

  • noisy plumbing
  • lack of soundproofing
  • some dishes in the restaurant come smothered in sauce

Busta House Review

Dating from the 16th century, Busta House has a restrained, austere elegance that tells you something of the Gifford family that once lived here—ask the current owners about the Gifford family's ill-starred history. All the rooms are different (ask about size, location, and possible noise when you book) and are prettily furnished, many with antique headboards. The Long Room is a delightful place to sample a selection of malt whiskies beside a peat fire. The restaurant serves light lunches, dinners, and the bar has a less expensive menu. This is a good place to get away from it all.

    Hotel Details

  • 22 rooms.
  • Rate includes breakfast.
  • Credit cards accepted.

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