The Lake Hotel is situated in one of the most tranquil and enchanting settings on the edge of Scotlands only lake, the Lake of Menteith. The hotel hosts a lovely bar and a more formal restaurant. When weather permits, meals and drinks may be served on the waters edge. The hotel has 16 rooms, a few with lake views, each is ensuite with tea and coffee making facilities, telephone and television. On confirmation of a Nick Nairn Cook School class booking, a discount of 15%will be available on Bed & Breakfast rates, just ask the cook school for a booking reference to quote thereafter to the hotel. Discount is not available on certain dates, such as Christmas, New Year, Valentines etc and evenings with Wine evenings, or special events.

Just 30 minutes from the school, the Dunblane Hydro offers the perfect get away from it all hotel twinned with world class facilities. In 2009, a multi-million pound refurbishment has added contemporary style to the Hydro’s iconic Victorian architecture. With 10 acres of rolling landscaped grounds, and The Trossachs and Campsie Fells providing a stunning backdrop to the hotel. As a Hilton Doubletree hotel, you can expect those extra special touches from your "sweet dreams" bed WI-FI, LCD televisions, movies on demand and complimentary Neutrogena toiletries in all 200 rooms A superb health and fitness club features a sauna, steam room or bubble pool. Or indulge in a soothing massage, enjoy a comforting facial or treat yourself to a manicure.

If money's no object, this is my favourite resort hotel in Scotland. The height of luxury, with every conceivable acivity available. Andrew Fairlie's restaurant offers one of Scotland's top gastronomic experiences. Forty minutes from school.

Recent refurbishment has given this traditional hotel a modern feel. Under new management, so comments welcome on the food front. Twenty minutes from the cook school.

Great setting by the river on the edge of the beautiful village of Callander. This country house hotel offers excellent food, comfortable rooms with a high standard of service. Afternoon tea here a real treat. Fifteen minutes from the school. A 10% discount on Bed and Breakfast Rates are offered to Cook School Guests, wtih a complimentary upgrade automatic if available on the day of arrival.

Fab old house, with its very own chapel should you feel a sudden urge to tie the knot. Lovely lounges full of comfy chairs and open fires. Conservatory dining room spectacular and comfortable, with views of rabbits maintaining the lawns. Great food. Highly recommended. Thirty-five minutes from school.

Large resort hotel with a great setting overlooking Loch Ard just past Aberfoyle. Good range of rooms, amenities and activities. Food variable. Thirty minutes from school.

By the shores of Loch Venachar, close to Brig O' Turk. Attractive family hotel in 30 acres of private gardens and woodlands, offering guest accommodation as well as 8 self-catering apartments and cottages on the grounds. Quality home cooking - dinner available on request. Fifteen minutes from school.

Monachyle Mhor is a very special family-run country hotel situated in the heart of Highland Perthshire, only 40 minutes from the school. Once you travel the six miles up our glen along the picturesque shores of Loch Voil you enter a new world, far removed from the hustle and bustle of daily life. Food, by powner Tom Lewis is simply stunning - he's definitely one to watch! Friendly, welcoming and qulity - what more could you want? Monachyle Mhor, Balquhidder, Perthshire FK19 8PQ Tel. +44(0)1877-384622 Fax. +44(0)1877-384305