Holidays in Highland Perthshire

The Highlands is separated from the Lowlands by the Highland Boundary Fault, a geological fault running from Helensburgh, north of Glasgow, to Stonehaven, south of Aberdeen. The fault line splits Perthshire neatly into two – Highland Perthshire and Lowland Perthshire.

Highland Perthshire is a land of massive mountains and high peaks, wooded valleys and upland farms, rivers, lochs and pretty villages.

The west of Highland Perthshire comprises Loch Rannoch at the eastern end of wild and remore Rannoch Moor; the magnificent Glen Lyon with the village of Fortingall at its foot; Loch Tay with the village of Killin at its west end, Kenmore at its east and Ben Lawers mountain dominating its northern side; and Loch Earn with Lochearnhead and St Fillans at either end and Ben Vorlich towering over its southern side.

The middle section covers the villages and towns of Aberfeldy, Dunkeld, Pitlochry and Blair Athol and includes the Sma’ Glen north of Crieff to the south, Killiecrankie in the middle, and the Falls of Bruar to the north.

Finally, to the east, north of Blairgowrie, are the hills around the Spittal of Glenshee and the A93 road to Braemar and Royal Deeside.   

Highland Perthshire has lots of things to do no matter what the time of year or your interests and fitness level. You can enjoy some lovely woodland walks and strolls or some long hikes and hill walks, you can visit distilleries, Blair Castle, Dunkeld Cathedral, visitor centres like the Scottish Crannog Centre on Loch Tay, or the Birnam Institute and Beatrix Potter Exhibition. You can shop ‘til you drop in a wide range of outstanding emporia, including the House of Bruar, the “Harrods of the North”. You can ski, kayak and canoe or try white water rafting, off-road driving and white water rafting and canyoning, and you can golf, fish for trout and salmon…the list is endless!  

Dysart House, Highland Perthshire

This wonderful holiday house is the perfect blend of old and new,  with beautifully proportioned rooms, antiques and traditional features blending with modern conveniences including a stylish kitchen and shower rooms.

Straloch Mountain Lodge, Highland Perthshire

Nestled at the head of Glenshee, where the green fields fade out to the purple heather clad mountains, this charming lodge, with its uninterrupted views, is an absolute delight. Every thought has been given to comfort, and the lodge is cosy and warm with a stylish interior.

Douglas Cottage, Highland Perthshire

Situated in a elevated sunny position on the leafy outskirts of the bustling highland town of Pitlochry, Douglas Cottage has the most fantastic views over the Perthshire town to the Cluniemore Hills beyond.

Tigh Na Linn, Highland Perthshire

We love this beautifully refurbished traditional cottage set in gorgeous surroundings in the quiet hamlet of Bridge of Gaur at the head of Loch Rannoch. Tigh na Linn has been sympathetically and stylishly presented so that it is full of original features and has a charming and welcoming ambience as well as excellent quality finish and style.

Dunfallandy House, Highland Perthshire

A magnificent listed mansion house built in 1818, Dunfallandy House has a great location just outside Pitlochry – close enough to walk to the theatre, restaurants and pubs but in a rural location.

The Lee, Highland Perthshire

The Lee is a self catering house in a quiet residential area of Pitlochry, minutes from the town centre.

Barn Cottage, Highland Perthshire

An unusual property in a peaceful rural location but only five minutes walk from local amenities.

Kennels Cottage, Highland Perthshire

If, after a day of enjoying the pleasures of the Perthshire countryside you wish to return to a beautifully presented and warm welcoming country cottage, The Kennels is the self catering accommodation for you.

Forest Lodge, Highland Perthshire

Forest Lodge enjoys a dramatic, sheltered setting 8 miles up the glen and adjacent to the river. Glen Tilt is renowned as a place of special beauty