IF YOU ARE LOOKING to enjoy some of Scotland's scenery, in the ultimate peace and tranquility of a romantic hideaway, then there are plenty of hotels and country houses that offer the most intimate and beautiful settings

Dundas Castle,  South Queensferry
Dundas Castle at South Queensferry offers the perfect romantic accommodation - a charmingly furnished boathouse overlooking the loch on Dundas estate. The boathouse can be hired as part of the wedding package at the castle or separately as an exclusive hideaway for honeymooners. Relax beside superb views of the loch and spot wild bird life from your own secluded spot.
Tel: 0131 319 2039 www.dundascastle.co.uk

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The Old Station Country House, St Andrews
Set in two acres of gardens and woodland, this romantic house is the perfect venue for small, intimate weddings. The secret of this Victorian railway station is its recently refurbished railway carriage providing two deluxe suites furnished in a colonial style with cane furniture, sumptuous bed linen, log fires, fresh flowers and candlelight. Tel: 01334 880505 www.theoldstation.co.uk

Taychreggan Hotel, Argyll
Sitting on the banks of Loch Awe, within remote forests and gardens, this former coaching inn has won plaudits for the brilliant menus of chef Paul Higgins and his team. Recently, the Taychreggan underwent refurbishment and expansion, resulting in the addition of new suites, and private dining is also possible. Best of all, The Taychreggan Hotel is available for exclusive use for weddings. Kilchrenan, By Taynuilt, Argyll
Tel: 01866 833211 www.taychregganhotel.co.uk