As I am writing this, snow is falling on the Highlands, making our surroundings look like a postcard.

The holiday season has come and gone leaving us with more fond memories of Christmas and the gala evening of New Year's.

After the traditional six-course dinner, we almost had the count down to midnight right this year, thanks to the help of so many revellers with accurate watches.

We look back at a past season of continued improvements at the Domain. We hear a lot about the new bedding in every accommodation with mattresses and duvets so comfortable, only our famous freshly baked croissants will get you out of bed in the morning.

2007 was the year of the returning guest.
In twenty two years, we had never seen so many regulars coming through the entrance door for a weekend or a whole week stay. What had happened to them in the meantime? They put their kids through school, changed jobs, houses, sometimes left the country temporarily. They remembered however and they returned to the Domain to find us a little older, a lot improved, but basically impervious to fads, still authentic and non-commercial.
Many thanked us for not selling out or as they said, changing a good thing.

We also noticed the arrival of a new generation of youthful and active guests who come to take full advantage of the outdoors but want to enjoy a quiet and laid back atmosphere.

We are getting lots of fresh snow on our trails and the dog sleds powdering out towards the forest and Ritchie lake have become a common sight in the morning.

At 4:00 p.m., every afternoon,  you will also notice the presence of snow-dripping skis and snowshoes in our foyer. Just in time for the hot chocolate gathering. You can enjoy this homemade delight by the fire, with Beverley's cookies and banana bread.

You will now be able to "get away and stay in touch" thanks to our newly installed wireless internet. It will be available in your chalet accommodation and in the conference house.

I hope this finds you well, we look forward to seeing you this winter.

With our fond regards,

Jean-Edouard de Marenches
           Innkeeper