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Tuesday, 4 March 2014

TEATIME IN SCOTLAND 4.3.14

Taking Tea in Scotland today ...
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Drawing pleasure from some Favourite Memories
I thought you might enjoy vicariously [and virtually!]

We're visiting the Loch Ness Lodge dating from around 1740!
located in Drumnadrochit
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{on the west shore of Loch Ness at the foot of Glen Urquhart }


in the Highlands of Scotland 




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Entering the richly wood pannelled and tartan carpeted hotel .


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A warm invitation ...
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One of the various settings for evening drinks showcases the sense of warmth - in colour, books and lighting...
[LuV that tartan tablecloth!]
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Another area for lounging with fireplace,
basket of Scottish Thistle and aged leather sofa . . .
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I was sooo pleased when our server led us to 
this cosy spot for taking tea...
A lovely bay window nook overlooking the rural landscape
{ providing for quiet conversation without other distraction }
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Delicious tea served promptly to warm and relax, 
[ thanks to a charming and attentive Highlander ]



Scottish shortbread soon thoughtfully appeared -
tea was complete!
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Here's to Scotland and Friends Taking Tea !

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Taking Tea with   ~
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*  Ruth  *  Martha   *  Terri  * Sandi  * Bernideen  * * MosaicMonday *
* WW * Katherine's Corner * HopeInEverySeason *
* BrambleberryCottage * Weekend Reflections *


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27 comments:

  1. Judith @ Lavender Cottage4 March 2014 at 15:55

    As much as I like taking tea at a table, a cozy spot by a window or fire gives it a more relaxed atmosphere.
    How nice, and yummy looking shortbread to accompany the tea.

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  2. Ruthie Miller4 March 2014 at 15:57

    Love the plaid. Would love to take my tea in Scotland.
    Good for you, Ruthie

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  3. Antiques And Teacups4 March 2014 at 16:19

    Very fun! Haven't been to Scotland...pretty sad for a Brit, huh? Love the tartan. Thanks for linking to Tuesday Cuppa Tea!
    Ruth

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  4. Karen4 March 2014 at 18:12

    Hi There,
    How I would love to visit Scotland and have tea with you there. My grandmother used to make the most delicious oatcakes and her family were Scottish. Thank you for visiting me. Have a wonderful week! Karen

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  5. Winnie4 March 2014 at 19:51

    Wow, wish I was there having tea with you! What a charming spot and how cozy it looks. I love the books and the fireplace, too. Hope you have a marvelous time. Maybe some day I will get over there! Thanks for the kind visit today!

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  6. Sandi@ Rose Chintz Cottage4 March 2014 at 20:23

    Oh, how lovely! I love the coziness of the tartan and the seating by the window. Just charming! Gorgeous photos! Thank you for sharing with us and joining me for tea.

    Blessings,
    Sandi

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  7. Terri4 March 2014 at 20:40

    Oh lovely, lovely, lovely! Thank you for sharing your trip with us. I truly enjoyed seeing this hotel and your tea. I love this white tea cup. It is very elegant.
    Hugs,
    Terri

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  8. Snap5 March 2014 at 07:42

    How lovely, warm and cozy ... just what we all need right now! The tartan, the shortbread ... wonderful! Happy Scottish Tea Day!

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  9. Bernideen5 March 2014 at 08:05

    Oh my - I feel all Scottish! How fun to take this trip and enjoy seeing these places first hand. So glad you shared all this Snap!

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  10. Bernideen5 March 2014 at 08:10

    Oops - not Snap at all! I think - I goofed. Snap is from Twisty Lane Blog. I don't think you use your name but thank you just the same for sharing!

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  11. The Charm of Home5 March 2014 at 12:16

    Oh, I would love to visit with you and take tea here! Lucky you!
    Sherry

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  12. LuAnn @ BackPorchervations5 March 2014 at 13:31

    Sharon, I suppose I will have to add the sin of "envy" to the list of my wrongdoings. *sigh*

    As it is, I will have to either:

    a) blow up all the graphics to poster size and put them up in my house or,

    b) draw a tartan pattern on a white mug and pretend I'm having tea in Scotland with you! :O)

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  13. Edith DUTERTRE6 March 2014 at 04:25

    quel beau voyage
    je crois que j'aimerai l'Ecosse
    rien que pour tous les tartans
    la déco est superbe
    tendresse
    edith (iris) France

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  14. Pam @ over50feeling406 March 2014 at 10:25

    Love the idea of sitting around this fireplace and sipping tea! Thanks for sharing on The Thursday Blog Hop!

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  15. Sue Williams6 March 2014 at 14:10

    Stopping by from Katherine's Corner. What a lovely post! It almost felt as though I was there with you.
    Sue

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  16. Faith Hope and Cherrytea7 March 2014 at 12:44

    My Thanks to each of you - for your kind comments, great chat, and...
    for taking tea with me today!

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  17. Malyss7 March 2014 at 13:07

    Scotting way of life as I dream it !

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  18. Jim7 March 2014 at 16:17

    great post

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  19. Denise @ secondtimearoundfinds8 March 2014 at 00:42

    Thanks for the lovely glimpse of Scotland.
    Denise

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  20. 'Tsuki8 March 2014 at 03:16

    I can almost feel the presence of an authentic scottish ghost on your pics ! Nice !!!

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  21. Tanya Breese8 March 2014 at 11:27

    beautiful spaces!

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  22. Powell River Books9 March 2014 at 13:21

    A beautiful old hotel. I love to stay in places like that, but my husband loves new. Guess where we end up staying. - Margy

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  23. podso9 March 2014 at 15:57

    What a perfect spot for tea and a quiet conversation. I so enjoyed visiting your blog today. That is also a wonderful photo of the tea being poured.

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  24. A Garden of Threads9 March 2014 at 16:15

    No place nicer then Scotland to have tea and shortbread. Enjoy your week. Jen

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  25. eileeninmd9 March 2014 at 16:40

    Wonderful scenery and hotel And what a lovely spot to have to tea. It is a pretty setting.. Wonderful photos, thanks for sharing Scotland..Have a happy week!

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  26. Gardening in a Sandbox9 March 2014 at 19:49

    What a lovely cozy spot. Valerie

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  27. ellen b.9 March 2014 at 21:07

    That definitely looks like the perfect spot for tea. I want to be there right now. :)

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Welcome ~ so pleased you're here and taking time to chat!