Doune is one of those few places I return to year after year, each visit brings its own experiences and memories which stay with me. Whether the sun is shining every day or just occasionally, Doune never disappoints as there as so many other things to do when the sun is not shining including a trip to the well trodden Inverie pub. I love the food and the hospitality, you never feel a stranger in Doune. Despite being older I find the challenge of getting in and out of the boat/dingy always exhilerating and lots of fun, even if a little never wracking at times. For those who want a holiday in Scotland that is unique, then I would suggest you go for it. Just do your homework and I am sure you will not be disappointed. Rita

We spent a wonderful few days staying there and sampling the local scenery and wildlife - stunning.
We came the closest to a buck deer that I have ever come , I guess because people are a rare sight for him on Knoydart.
The view across to Skye was a delight and we had that wonderful weather so often common in early autumn in Scotland.
The food was wonderful and very nourishing and the rooms perfect for the setting.
Cannot wait to go again.

Congratulations to Doune for winning the Taste of Scotland award - if you love food and enchanting places then a holiday at Doune is worth all the effort (in our case an overnight sleeper from London and then a boat ride from Mallaig which is the only way to reach this lodge). Visit it for the beauty and remoteness of the place and you will come back with memories of a unique location and absolutely wonderful food that you will recall months later. We will be back one day.

We wanted a geat away from it all holiday, and we certainly found it on Knoydart. We had our teenage daughter with us and she thoroughly enjoyed the walks, the solitude, the food, the wildlife, the trip from the mainland by boat, as did myself and my husband.

The food is excellent and there is plenty of it too. Great packed lunches, with home made bread and cakes.

The views are spectacular and fabulous for photographers.

We were blessed with wonderful weather, and enjoyed our walks, even though we are not experts. Good boots and waterproofs are a must, and I found my walking pole vital for the uphill walk to the road.

The owners are fabulous hosts and nothing is too much trouble.

We particularly enjoyed our mealtimes and the company of the other holiday families who were with us.

We would definately return for another holiday as it was all we anticipated and more.

Congratulations to Doune Stone Lodges on winning their food award - you really deserved it.