Self Catering in Tayside - Perth

Quiet retreat ideal for large family or group
Set in glorious countryside about a mile down a dirt track so a bit difficult to find. Plenty of downstairs living space and good cooking facilities there were 15 of us. Dining table large enough to seat 16, plenty of cutlery, plates, cups and glasses . There are cabinets of stuffed birds and animals which may not be to everyones liking. We had a top floor double room which was separated by 2 doors from the other 2 twin bed rooms up there. Shower room on that floor - no toiletries provided in there but provided in main bathroom on 2nd floor. Big bath in main bathroom but takes ages to fill. Bed was comfy, room clean and the house was nice and warm. Living room has a log burning fire. Downsides no TV in majority of rooms, TV in kitchen only downstairs. Most of the bedrooms didn't seem to let much light in so quite dark. We had the lights on throughout the house in the main. No washing up liquid was provided, insufficient toilet rolls provided for number of guests and not enough dishwasher tablets. I would have given 5 stars if it wasn't for these points. From here you are about 10 miles from Perth City Centre. Deanston distillary is worth a visit and tour which is an hour drive away.
Jaycee12576
2019-02-11

Wonderful un-stressed long weekend in luxury and with most beautiful scenery
I was lucky to be included in a party staying here for a long weekend. The house is wonderful inside and out, and while themed on outdoor sports, it is in practice good for all ages and activities, and anyone loving a beautiful Perthshire glen, with a toasting warm kitchen to retreat to in the evenings. Beautifully peaceful place. There is one other lodge close by, no other house visible within a kilometer ! We used the HUGE kitchen facilities and table for group cooking, and ate next door in the equally huge dining room. There's a fine outdoor seating area around a stone hearth, we had great wood-fires late into the night, super atmosphere (but do bring or collect your own logs !). Hot water, plumbing all worked well. Kitchen was VERY hot because we were advised not to switch off the AGA, and perhaps that detail could be tweaked ? But it was a good opportunity to learn cooking on and in an AGA, alongside the conventional hob. Perth is OK shuttling distance for guests arriving by rail. Our wonderful organiser had a vanload of food delivered by Sainsburys, thereafter it was cook-eat-walk-sleep with a good few drinks in between. A variety of bedroom sizes, great for a mixed party. I'd love to go back !
Kevin T
2018-06-21