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Pitlochry – a home from home in the heart of beautiful Perthshire <br><br>

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Lounge
Christmas in Pitlochry

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4947.2 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Pitlochry, Perthshire
  • Bells Blair Athol Distillery
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Pitlochry Festival Theatre
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Fish Ladder
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Perth, Scotland (PSL)
    ‪48 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed and 1 Crib

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Pitlochry – a home from home in the heart of beautiful Perthshire <br><br>

Park Gardens (officially registered with Perth & Kinross Council as a holiday let: PK11118F) is a self-catering 2 bedroom apartment which forms part of a stone-built Victorian house. It is situated in a quiet and peaceful location, 5 mins from the town centre with access to all local amenities. There are quaint shops, restaurants and cafes, a boating lake and just across the river is the world-famous Festival Theatre, Art Galleries, 'Explorer's Garden', Fish Ladder, Dam and riverside cafes.
Maintained to a very high standard, this family home provides warm, comfortable accommodation all the year round. There is gas CH, double glazing, 2 bedrooms, a large lounge and spacious dining kitchen. The traditional lounge has 3 settees, tv, dvd&cd players, PS2, DS and a wide selection of programmes and games. The well-equipped dining kitchen has all modern facilities incl fridge freezer, washing machine & drier, microwave, espresso maker, hob and double oven. A dishwasher has been added in 2021

Heritage:
The Atholl Palace Hotel, a short walk away, is set on magnificent grounds and has a small but fascinating museum; Blair Castle provides an excellent day out.-the ancient seat of the Dukes and Earls of Atholl houses a great display of arms and armour, as well as extensive collections of porcelain, paintings and period furniture.

Nearby Loch Faskally and Killiecrankie offer a wide variety of outdoor activities including walking, sailing, fishing, canoeing and a number of adventure sports.

Salmon Ladder: Pitlochry is famous for its hydroelectric dam and salmon ladder. The ladder was specially constructed to enable salmon to by-pass the dam and make their way upstream to Loch Faskally above. Approximately half a million visitors go to the dam and fish ladder every year, making it one of the top attractions in Scotland. The ladder is 310 metres long and consists of 34 chambers. It enables around 5,000 salmon to return to their spawning grounds each year - a journey of some 6,000 miles!

Whisky Galore: Enjoy a complimentary 'wee dram' when you book a tour with Edradour, a short walk from the house. Edradour is the smallest distillery in Scotland and is the last original 'farm' distillery in Perthshire.

Book a show at Pitlochry Festival Theatre, the ‘Theatre in the Hills’, founded in 1951. 'It’s a unique phenomenon, no other British theatre attempts this extraordinary turnover of plays'. Scotland On Sunday.

Follow in the footsteps of the Scottish Plant Hunters; try your hand at willow weaving or learn new skills by visiting the Explorers Garden, just across the river.The garden is open from April 1st to November 2nd.Opening hours are as follows: Everyday 10am to 5pm.Last entry to garden: 4.30pm.

Walk! Walk! Walk! There are over thirty way-marked walks in the local area-details in the house, complete with ordance survey maps or down the road at our excellent Tourist Centre. Remember to try the 'Pitlochry Historic Trail' -a short 2 mile walk back in time. Make sure you take in Queens View – the favourite viewpoint loved by Queen Victoria, who regularly visited highland Perthshire!

Property manager

Pat Appleby

Languages

English
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Check out before 9:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please support environment by recycling refuse/garbage into bins provided (see LA chart in hall cupboard for details)

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number PK11118F

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Pitlochry

Located in Pitlochry, this apartment is in the mountains. Pitlochry Golf Club and Black Spout Waterfall are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Cairngorms National Park and The Hermitage. Rafting and sailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and mountain biking nearby.
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Pitlochry, Perthshire

What's nearby

  • Bells Blair Athol Distillery - 14 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Pitlochry Golf Club - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Pitlochry Festival Theatre - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Fish Ladder - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Edradour Distillery - 4 min drive - 3.9 km

Getting around

  • Pitlochry Station - 8 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 80 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Scotch Corner of Pitlochry - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Auld Smiddy Inn - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Iain Burnett - the Highland Chocolatier - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Blair Athol Distillery - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Mackenzie's Coffee House - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Pitlochry – a home from home in the heart of beautiful Perthshire <br><br> pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Pitlochry – a home from home in the heart of beautiful Perthshire <br><br>?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pitlochry – a home from home in the heart of beautiful Perthshire <br><br>?

Checkout is at 9:30 AM.

Where is Pitlochry – a home from home in the heart of beautiful Perthshire <br><br> located?

Situated in the mountains, this apartment building is within a 15-minute walk of Rob Roy Way - North and Bells Blair Athol Distillery. Pitlochry Golf Club and Pitlochry Power Station and Dam are also within 1 mile (2 km). Pitlochry Station is 8 minutes by foot.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ruby D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A great break

A lovely property, well located for exploring the local area. Set in a quiet road and well equipped. Owner easy to commuincate with and very friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Sheila E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pitlochry Short Break

All in all - a home from home, well equipped but a little bit dated. Needs to be noted that there are steep and narrow stairs - and a short hill to climb from the town. Lovely welcome bottle of Cava and shortbread, a nice touch. Good location, very close to the town and walks. Parking outside.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cosy and welcoming home in the Highlands of Scotland.

A really pleasant break in the picturesque town of Pitlochry. Beautiful setting with plenty to see and do in the surrounding area. Great local restaurants and all within walking distance.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Ken R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pitlochry

Very good
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret C.

Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The house in Pitlochry

We really liked this house! Loved the kitchen and living room. The bedrooms were great too. The whole house felt very homey and comfortable. We arrived after dark and there wasn’t an outside light so it made it hard to find the key. Fortunately Pat and I had been in contact so I knew exactly where to look. Pat was a great host. I would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

James R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to base yourself for a Scotland visit

The property was fantastic, all the things you could possibly need for a perfect home from home.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynne S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Home from home

A lovely characterful and comfortablle property that truly was a home from home. Everything you could wish for was provided. Easy parking in a very quiet street that was close to all the local amenites. Would thoroughly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Norman T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice visit !

Good venue.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kay F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend away

Very good
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Dave R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Really a home from home

A very nice and well appointed property making the stay very comfortable. All rooms were clean and tidy with plenty of accessories etc. The property was filled with many kitchen utensils etc there were many books. The cupboards and freezer contained foodstuffs and generally speaking it looked liked a home someone had just popped out to the shops. There wasnt an airer making drying any wet clothes hard, the parking was on street and could be difficult if not parked close by and the garden wasnt very practical to use as it was a hike, not easy to take a drink or a meal to.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tina H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sweet place - Great location

We loved this home. Such care and attention were clearly given to the house. Our group of three had more than enough room. Sometimes we snuggled in - sometimes we explored the adorable town and numerous walking trails in the area. Highly recommend. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trevor M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cycle ride

Booked for the sportive , stunning cottage only few mins from the main road. Place was spotless with a nice bottle ofbubbly n shortbread (great with a brew). Views from each room wow. Def be booking another stay there next yr
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mahesh

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very clean. Home away from home

The owner has indeed taken care of cleanliness and maintained the property very well. There is a welcome guide and notes all around. Removed a star as the mira electric shower has low pressure (The entire property has good pressure). I believe this is the problem with all electric showers. I hate taking shower for long and specially when you get cold water suddenly.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Scottish cottage.

First class accommodation minutes from Pitlochry centre. All facilities provided and owner was very polite and helpful. The building has a lot of character. Lived it.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charles M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy Cottage

Great stay. Cottage has everything you need. 5 minutes walk to Pitlochry centre. Would happily stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joseph M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice stay in beautiful Pitlochry

Convenient location to town - short walk to center of Pitlochry. House was well stocked and neighborhood was very quiet.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

stuart r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely location

The property was fully furnished, truly a home from home. In the lovely town of Pitlochry.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely accommodation in a great location!

The apartment was very clean and well equipped. The location was ideal for Pitlochry town centre, just 5 minutes walk away. We would definitely recommend this accommodation and would not hesitate to stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sue S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Location

Excellent location for exploring not just Pitlochry but the surrounding area. Distillery tour was excellent as was Blair Castle. Many enjoyable walks. Pat's house has everything you could possibly need plus lovely neighbours and cute garden for evening drinks and/or dining.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alasdair M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Home from home

From the moment you walk in it’s clear this is someone’s home rather than a rented property. The accommodation is stacked full of personal touches and the kitchen is the best stocked kitchen we have ever rented. The bed rooms are cosy, the bathroom immaculate and good facilities and the lounge is spacious and nicely appointed. Whilst close to a small road, the accommodation is in a very quiet area with no road noise at all. Our host Pat was very responsive and charming in helping us settle in. An excellent place to stay and highly recommended. We will be back next year…
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

martin s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

quiet and close to town

clean and comfortable everything you need + lots of things you did not know you needed.great would recommend
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laurence F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Park gardens.

Spacious well appointed and homely.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jamie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Well equipped and a great location

The cottage was spotlessly clean, very well equipped and in a great location. Pat was excellent with her communication before and during the stay and the welcome pack was a nice, and appreciated, added extra.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alan H., Wigan

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Home from Home

Park Gardens really is Home from Home. Very clean and very comfortable. Everything you need is here. Information provided was excellent and the host is always available. Location is great just a short walk from Pitlochry centre and it's an ideal base to explore the beautiful countryside.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

About the host

Hosted by Pat Appleby

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Covid 2020 Update posted 4/7/20

We are pleased to announce that Park Gardens is "GOOD TO GO!"

Park Gardens has been awarded the COVID-19 Industry Standard
In Partnership with:
The National Tourist Organisations of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

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In recognition that Park Gardens has confirmed that they have followed
government and industry COVID-19 guidelines, ensuring processes are in
place to maintain cleanliness and aid social/physical distancing.

We are now delighted to be able to welcome guests back to Park Gardens, Pitlochry.

Why they chose this property

Covid 2020 Update posted 4/7/20

We are pleased to announce that Park Gardens is "GOOD TO GO!"

Park Gardens has been awarded the COVID-19 Industry Standard
In Partnership with:
The National Tourist Organisations of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

In recognition that Park Gardens has confirmed that they have followed
government and industry COVID-19 guidelines, ensuring processes are in
place to maintain cleanliness and aid social/physical distancing.

We are now delighted to be able to welcome guests back to Park Gardens, Pitlochry.



What makes this property unique

Covid 2020 Update posted 4/7/20

We are pleased to announce that Park Gardens is "GOOD TO GO!"

Park Gardens has been awarded the COVID-19 Industry Standard
In Partnership with:
The National Tourist Organisations of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

In recognition that Park Gardens has confirmed that they have followed
government and industry COVID-19 guidelines, ensuring processes are in
place to maintain cleanliness and aid social/physical distancing.

We are now delighted to be able to welcome guests back to Park Gardens, Pitlochry.

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English