Knockinaam Lodge, a luxury boutique hotel in Scotland’s south west, has announced that bookings are now live for its new luxury guest house, Seall Lodge. The striking coastal lodge has been completed on the estate’s hillside, overlooking the main lodge and its private cove.
Designed by architect John Murray, with interiors by John Dick & Son, Seall Lodge has been carefully positioned above the cove to maximise its dramatic setting. Seall, meaning “to see” in Gaelic, reflects the lodge’s design ethos, with every principal room oriented to capture sweeping views across the bay and surrounding landscape.
The lodge features a reverse living layout. On the ground floor there are two generous super king bedrooms, one of which can be configured as a twin. The master bedroom includes an ensuite walk-in shower, while the family bathroom offers both a deep bath and a separate walk-in shower. Upstairs, a bright open plan kitchen, dining and living area opens onto a glass fronted balcony and roof terrace, providing uninterrupted sea views. Conceived as an informal, contemporary timber structure within the grounds of the traditional masonry hotel, Seall Lodge offers a distinct contrast to its historic setting. While the other luxury lodge, Shingle Lodge, sits on flatter land closer to the shoreline, Seall occupies a more dramatic position on the steep slope between the wildflower meadow and tree line. The result is a building likened to a modern treehouse overlooking the sea.
Inside, the interiors take inspiration from relaxed coastal living, with subtle references to beach huts and seaside retreats. Natural materials, neutral tones and refined yet practical finishes create a space that feels warm and cosy in winter while remaining light and calm in summer. The contemporary design complements the classical elegance of the main hotel.
Architect John Murray commented:
“Our aim was to make sure that architecturally, the building responds directly to its environment. A stepped cross section creates a two storey tower at the rear and a single storey frontage, allowing light and views to flow through the main living spaces. Externally, natural materials define the aesthetic, with vertical timber boards accentuating the height of the tower, horizontal timber shingles wrapping the lower structure, and a zinc roof providing a crisp contemporary finish.”
Seall Lodge is ideal for families and is dog-friendly, offering flexibility and privacy alongside access to the hotel’s facilities. Guests can enhance their stay with a private chef experience. The menus are rooted in classical French technique and shaped by Scotland’s natural larder, showcasing produce from the Galloway and Southern Ayrshire Biosphere and the Lodge’s own organic kitchen garden.
Guests can also dine in the main 3 AA Rosette restaurant, enjoying four-course lunches and seven-course tasting dinners created by Head Chef Craig Drysdale and his team. Signature soufflés, locally sourced seafood and meats, and carefully curated optional wine pairings complete the experience.
Callum McCann, Hotel Manager at Knockinaam Lodge added:
““Seall feels like a natural next step for Knockinaam. From the beginning, it was important that the building sat comfortably in the landscape and reflected our commitment to sustainability.
Built using natural materials and high levels of insulation, the lodge is designed to be energy efficient and long lasting. Its position protects the surrounding meadow and wildlife while making the most of the elevated views. As a hotel recognised by Green Tourism and the Galloway and Southern Ayrshire Biosphere, sustainability shapes every decision we make.
Seall offers guests privacy and contemporary comfort while keeping them closely connected to the landscape, whether that’s through produce from our organic kitchen garden, locally landed seafood, or simply the uninterrupted sea views. Our aim has always been to enhance Knockinaam thoughtfully rather than expand unnecessarily, and we believe Seall strikes that balance.”
Booking for the new lodge can be made here.
Prices start from £1225 for a 2-night stay in high season and £875for a 2-night stay in low