Showing posts with label Perthshire. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Perthshire. Show all posts

Tuesday, 18 March 2025

Atholl Villa Guest House, Pitlochry, Perthshire


Atholl Villa Guest House, Pitlochry, Perthshire 

Atholl Villa is a welcoming 4-star Bed and Breakfast, perfectly situated in the picturesque town of Pitlochry, Perthshire. This beautifully maintained Victorian property offers ten en suite bedrooms, all thoughtfully appointed to ensure guest comfort. Two of the bedrooms are conveniently located on the ground floor, while the remaining rooms are spread across the first and second floors. Family accommodation is also available, providing a comfortable and spacious option for those travelling with loved ones.

Each bedroom varies in size, with one dedicated family suite featuring a double bed, two single beds, a large-screen television, and all the expected comforts, including a generously sized en suite. Many of the rooms retain their original Victorian fireplaces, adding to the property’s charm. All rooms are tastefully decorated and furnished with quality bedding, bedside lamps, padded chairs, remote-controlled televisions, refreshment trays, hairdryers, and welcome folders. The en suite facilities are finished to a high standard, featuring modern showers and thoughtful accessories to enhance the guest experience.

Atholl Villa is ideally positioned at the edge of Pitlochry’s town centre, within easy reach of both the rail and bus stations. Built approximately 150 years ago, this detached stone-built house is a fine example of traditional Scottish architecture. In addition to its beautifully appointed guest rooms, Atholl Villa also offers a private apartment that accommodates up to four people.

Pitlochry itself is a charming Victorian town nestled in the Perthshire Highlands, surrounded by some of the most breathtaking scenery in Europe. Renowned as Scotland’s premier inland resort, Pitlochry provides an excellent base for exploring the country, whether by public transport or private vehicle. The town’s rich history as a holiday destination dates back to the 1860s, and many of its grand homes have since been transformed into quality hotels and guesthouses, with Atholl Villa being a prime example.

The nearby Atholl Road is home to an abundance of restaurants and shops, offering a variety of dining and shopping experiences to suit every visitor. With its combination of heritage charm, modern comforts, and prime location, Atholl Villa provides an exceptional stay in the heart of Scotland.

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Tuesday, 5 November 2024

Wester Auchraw Croft B&B, Lochearnhead, Perthshire


Wester Auchraw Croft B&B, Lochearnhead, Perthshire

Wester Auchraw Croft B&B, nestled in Lochearnhead, Perthshire, is a distinctive property celebrated as one of Scotland's best-preserved Cruck Framed Crofts. With original features like limed pointed stone walls and Cruck framed beams, this B&B exudes charm and character amidst breathtaking scenery.

Guests can choose from three double bedrooms, each thoughtfully designed. The Barn Room showcases a renovated space within the Croft, while the Star-Struck Horse Box offers a cosy retreat with a kitchen area, seating, and a wood burner. For a unique stay, the yurt provides a double bed, a living area, and a log fire, ensuring a memorable experience. All accommodations are en suite and come with Sedburgh organic toiletries, Wi-Fi, and access to modern comforts.

Each morning, guests are treated to a delicious breakfast, with full Scottish, vegetarian, and vegan options available. The area is perfect for outdoor enthusiasts, offering a variety of activities such as walking, cycling, golfing, and water sports. Within an hour's drive, guests can easily reach Perth, Glasgow, and Edinburgh, as well as explore local historic sites and nearby attractions, making Wester Auchraw Croft B&B an ideal base for a Scottish escape.

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Friday, 18 October 2024

The Coorie Inn Restaurant & Rooms, Muthill, Crieff, Perthshire


The Coorie Inn Restaurant & Rooms, Muthill, Crieff, Perthshire

The Coorie Inn Restaurant & Rooms offers a cosy retreat in the historic village of Muthill, nestled in the foothills of the Scottish Highlands. Whether guests are looking for a peaceful getaway, a delightful meal, or a relaxing drink by the fire, this welcoming inn and restaurant caters to all.

The inn features six stylishly decorated bedrooms, each with en suite facilities. The accommodation includes four super king rooms, one family room with a super king bed and sofa, and one king room. All rooms can be arranged as twins if needed. Guests will find tea and coffee-making facilities, mineral water, Arran Aromatics toiletries, and modern en suite amenities in each room. A full breakfast menu is also available.

Guests can enjoy exceptional cuisine during their stay, with a menu inspired by traditional and modern French dishes, offering the best in local seafood and game with a Gaelic twist. The restaurant emphasizes the use of fresh, local produce and features an impressive wine list. The lounge bar provides a cosy space for pre-dinner drinks. Restaurant reservations should be made in advance.

The Coorie Inn also offers two dog-friendly rooms, complete with welcome packs that include dog treats and a bed. While dogs are welcome in the bar area, they are not permitted in the restaurant.

Muthill is a conservation village surrounded by picturesque rolling countryside in Perthshire. It boasts its own golf course and serves as an excellent base for exploring the region. Gleneagles Hotel, with its three renowned golf courses, is just 9 miles away, while St Andrews, Carnoustie, and Crieff (with its own 18-hole course) are all within easy reach. The area also caters to hillwalkers, hunters, cyclists, and fishermen.

Local attractions include Drummond Castle Gardens, only a mile from the village, Stirling Castle (a 30-minute drive to the south), and the city of Perth, approximately 16 miles to the north. For those seeking a more leisurely experience, the area offers interesting historical sites, diverse flora and fauna, and speciality shopping opportunities.

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Tuesday, 27 August 2024

Royal Dunkeld Hotel, Dunkeld, Perthshire


Royal Dunkeld Hotel, Dunkeld, Perthshire

The Royal Dunkeld Hotel offers welcoming accommodation in the town of Dunkeld, Perthshire. It is an ideal base for guests looking to enjoy a variety of activities in the area, such as walking, cycling, golfing, and visiting whisky distilleries.

The hotel provides a range of rooms suitable for families, couples, and individuals. For those travelling on a budget, including backpackers or stag parties, the hotel also offers alternative options in the annexe rooms. All rooms are cosy and feature comfortable beds and en suite facilities. Additional amenities include complimentary toiletries, a flat-screen TV, a hair dryer, daily housekeeping, and an in-room telephone.

Guests can enjoy a delicious meal at the hotel, with dining options available at The Larches Restaurant, which offers a traditional dining experience with walls decorated with photographs of Scottish landscapes. Alternatively, guests can dine at the Woodlands Bistro, which serves only fresh, locally produced dishes, reputed to provide some of the best meals in town. 

For a pre- or post-meal drink, the hotel's bar offers a selection of fine ales, beers, wines, and spirits. The Royal Dunkeld Hotel is also listed in the CAMRA Good Beer Guide, appealing to those who appreciate "Real Ales." During the summer, guests can relax with a drink in the hotel's charming beer garden.

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Wednesday, 5 June 2024

Beinn Bhracaigh, Pitlochry, Perthshire, The Highlands


Beinn Bhracaigh, Pitlochry, Perthshire, The Highlands 

Beinn Bhracaigh stands as an elegant Victorian Country House, dating back to 1880, meticulously expanded and adorned with a fusion of antique and contemporary aesthetics, crafting an ambiance of serenity and charm. Positioned atop an elevation, most chambers present sweeping vistas encompassing the walled garden, the township of Pitlochry below, and the expansive Tummel Valley.

Rooms are nestled within the East, West, or Original House wings, spanning the ground and first floors, albeit without the convenience of lifts. Each chamber is individually curated, boasting hypo-allergenic bedding and premium cotton duvets, accompanied by plush towels courtesy of Hall & Letts. The majority feature luxurious beds from Highland Blindcraft, while all offer complimentary toiletries from the Scottish Fine Soap Company. En-suite facilities grace each room, with most boasting walk-in showers for added convenience.

On the ground floor, the Double Standard rooms, 'Dee' and 'Fiddich', reside in the East Wing, offering vistas of the patio and Tummel Valley. Adorned in a contemporary style, they feature 'Spirit of Wood' furniture and en-suite walk-in showers. Meanwhile, on the first floor, 'Isla', 'Garry', and the snug 'Tilt', also in the East Wing, afford views of the patio and walled garden, sharing similar contemporary design elements and en-suite amenities. Additionally, 'Findhorn', the largest in this category, situated in the Original House, exudes a period charm with its unique en-suite double room and walk-in shower, though its views may be modest.

The Classic Standard rooms, 'Tummel' and 'Tweed', grace the ground floor of the West Wing, offering southern exposure and breathtaking views of the walled garden and Tummel Valley. These rooms feature super-king zip & link beds and refurbished walk-in showers. Upstairs, 'Nethy' in the West Wing boasts the sole bathtub with a shower-over option, while 'Dochart' and 'Livet' in the Original House exude period elegance with walk-in shower facilities and original details.

The Superior Room, 'Tay', nestled in the Original House, presents a south-facing vista of distant hills, adorned with a Farrow & Ball palette and period-style furnishings. It boasts a spacious walk-in shower en-suite, ideal for extended stays and special occasions. Similarly, the Junior Suite, 'Spey', located near reception in the West Wing, offers a contemporary aesthetic, ample storage, and a mini-fridge, alongside a recently upgraded walk-in shower en-suite and captivating views of distant hills, catering to longer stays and memorable occasions, typically requiring a minimum 2-night reservation.

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Thursday, 28 September 2023

The Steading, Aberfeldy, Perthshire


The Steading, Aberfeldy, Perthshire

The Steading in Aberfeldy, Perthshire, offers exquisite guesthouse accommodation in a truly unique home designed by an award-winning architect. This Scandinavian-inspired property provides tranquillity and seclusion while delivering all the modern comforts expected of high-quality accommodation.

Nestled among unspoilt hills and situated behind a listed hamlet of charming thatched cottages, The Steading is the ultimate destination for peace and relaxation. It boasts three beautifully designed en suite rooms, each with its own distinctive character:

1. Steading 1: An upstairs king-size en suite room with breathtaking views of the West and the wooded Weem hill. The en suite features a spacious walk-in shower.

2. Steading 2: A super king-size en suite room with rustic garden views, also available as a twin. Located on the ground floor, it has a private door leading to the 'loggia' and a generously sized walk-in shower in the en suite.

3. The Loft: A newly converted self-contained king-size en suite room nestled among Rowan trees, offering stunning views of Ben Lawers and the West. The loft is tastefully furnished with Anta's Scottish textiles and paints and features an en suite with a bath and handheld shower. It also boasts a little kitchenette stocked with Steading free-range eggs, seeded bread, organic yoghurts, fruit salads, Dunkeld smoked salmon, and a Nespresso machine.

Each en suite room welcomes guests with bundles of White Company fluffy towels, Anta throws, cushions, stoneware, and thoughtful amenities such as Glen Lyon coffee, a cafetiere, homemade lemon shortbread, wine glasses, and a corkscrew.

Every morning, The Steading serves a sumptuous breakfast, prioritising locally sourced and organic ingredients. Guests can enjoy orange and infused homegrown rhubarb with organic yoghurt, freshly laid organic Steading eggs, locally milled oatmeal porridge, Blair Athol Watermill seeded bread, Glenlyon roasted coffee, and more.

Perfectly situated for exploring the local area, The Steading lies 3 miles west of Aberfeldy, a market town in the Upper Tay Valley. It's an ideal base for discovering Highland Perthshire, offering activities like hill walking, cycling, golf, fishing, clay pigeon shooting, and various watersports. Visitors can also explore Castle Menzies and numerous art galleries in Aberfeldy."

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Thursday, 14 September 2023

The Coorie Inn Restaurant And Rooms, Muthill, Crieff, Perthshire


The Coorie Inn Restaurant And Rooms, Muthill, Crieff, Perthshire

The Coorie Inn Restaurant And Rooms offers a fabulous with rooms at Muthill in Perthshire. We are ideal for an unforgettable dinner, bed and breakfast in a gorgeous area of the country.

We have six inviting, stylishly decorated bedrooms, all with en suite facilities. We have 4 super king rooms, 1 family room with a super king and sofa and 1 king room. Each room can be split into a twin. All the rooms include a range of excellent facilities: tea and coffee-making facilities, mineral water and Arran Aromatics toiletries, plus modern en suite facilities. A full breakfast menu is offered. Text taken from thebandbdirectory.co.uk

You can look forward to fabulous cuisine whilst staying with us. We use stunning local produce with a gallic twist to create mouth-watering dishes. Traditional and modern French cuisine inspires the menu, offering the best seafood and local game. The menu is accompanied by a wonderful wine list. You can also enjoy a drink or two at the lounge bar, perfect for a relaxing pre-dinner drink. Restaurant bookings are to be made in advance.

For our 2 dog-friendly rooms, dog welcome packs are provided which include dog treats and a bed. Dogs are welcome in the bar area but not in the restaurant.

The conservation village of Muthill is set amidst beautiful rolling countryside, deep in the heart of Perthshire. It has its own golf course and is well placed as a base, from which to explore Perthshire. Gleneagles Hotel with 3 famous golf courses is only 9 miles away. St Andrews and Carnoustie are also within easy reach. Crieff, which is only 3 miles away also has a beautiful 18-hole golf course. As well as golf, the area has much to offer hill walkers, hunters, cyclists and fishermen.

Local attractions include magnificent Drummond Castle Gardens which is 1 mile from the village, Stirling Castle is approximately a 30-minute drive to the south and the city of Perth is about 16 miles to the north. For the less active, the area has interesting historical sites, wonderful flora and fauna and speciality shopping.

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Monday, 5 December 2022

McKays Hotel, Pitlochry, Perthshire


McKays Hotel, Pitlochry, Perthshire

McKays Hotel in Pitlochry offers outstanding accommodation and fabulous food, based in a brilliant area of Perthshire, perfect for a memorable getaway in a lovely setting.

This wonderful hotel has a range of luxurious bedrooms to choose from. The modern rooms all enjoy a Scottish Twist to suit all your needs. They also have a further 12 deluxe double rooms at McKays which have been recently refurbished. You can also choose from double/twin rooms, family rooms and hotel suite rooms. A 2 bedroom cottage can also be booked on a B&B or self catering basis.

All the rooms are in keeping with the Victorian architecture and they also have rooms available in rooms across the road at McKays Townhouse. All the rooms include a range of excellent facilities: a smart TV, Free Wifi, a kettle and Highland Soap Co toiletries (visit their shop next door to the hotel too) and an ensuite shower or bath (most rooms have a shower).

You can savour some of Scotland’s’ best local produce in the superb restaurant. From rib eye steak to a Thai red curry, there is something for everyone. You can also enjoy a drink or two at our lively bar. They offer Scottish Malt Whisky, Scottish Craft Gin, Scottish Craft beer, cocktails and wine. The bar regularly has live music and you can also watch live sports.

Pitlochry is a bustling town, home to Edradour and Blair Atholl distilleries, interesting shops, the Pitlochry Festival Theatre and much more. You can also enjoy lots of fabulous walks and cycle routes in the area.

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