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Crieff
Nestled
in the grounds of Aberturret House in rural Perthshire, surrounded by
woodland and within easy driving distance of the Highlands of Scotland,
this traditional cottage provides a comfortable stay for all.
Aberturret Cottage Accommodation
This lovely cottage, dating from the 19th century, nestles in the tranquil grounds of Aberturret House.
One of the many pleasures of staying at Aberturret Cottage is the benefit of a large private garden with a fresh water burn running through it.
This provides the perfect setting for a barbeque on warm afternoons or a peaceful few hours relaxing to the sound of nothing at all!
Aberturret Cottage has three comfortable bedrooms (all of which are situated on the upper floor).
There is a generous sized double-bedded room, a single room and a larger bedroom which also contains a single futon bed. The decor throughout is tasteful and relaxing, reflecting the pastoral atmosphere of the cottage.
A Colour TV / DVD is situated in the lounge area, which is well equipped
with everything you could need for those relaxed evenings indoors.
The kitchen is fully fitted with modern appliances and all you will need
to produce everything from snacks to formal dinners.
The bathroom has a bath, shower, sink and toilet (all towels are provided).
There is also a washing machine, drying room and a pay phone for your convenience.
All bed-linen and towels are provided. Dogs are also welcome.
Things to do:
Just one-mile outside of Crieff, the cottage is ideally situated
for all necessary amenities, including shops, restaurants, art galleries
and banks. In the heart of the Lowland countryside, guests have a wide
variety of activities available such as walking, cycling, golf, fishing
and horse riding.
The area is abundant in history, providing a great many castles and stately
homes to visit. Aberturret Cottage is just a stone’s throw from
the oldest whisky distillery in Scotland - Glen Turret, the home of Famous
Grouse whisky.
Both Edinburgh and Glasgow are within a one hour drive.
For younger families, you are also within easy reach of wildlife parks,
a safari and Leisure Park, a swimming pool and plenty of parkland.
Aberturret is in a beautiful, peaceful location, yet only 1.5 miles from the town centre of Crieff. Truly this is one of Scotland's most unspoilt areas, where the lush Lowland countryside meets the grandeur of Highland Perthshire.
WALKING:
Thanks to the Perth and Kinross Council Countryside Trust, there are now
eight walks (several on the doorstep of Aberturret Cottage) which form
part of an extensive paths network for walkers, cyclists and riders. Ranging
from one to eight miles and covering a wide variety of terrain, the Crieff
Walks embrace some of the area's finest scenery. For the more ambitious
walker or climber, Perthshire has many challenging Munroes not too far
away.
GOLF:
With more than 40 courses to choose from, Perthshire needs no introduction
for the knowledgeable golfer. Golf is a way of life here with every town
and village seeming to have its own golf course.
The sheer variety is remarkable; scenic Highland layouts, idyllic parkland
settings, world-famous centres and undiscovered gems. On the doorstep
of Aberturret Cottage is the Crieff Hydro Golf Centre for a spot of driving
practice or a quick 9 holes, or perhaps a trip to St Andrews to play on
the famous course there.
HISTORIC INTEREST:
There are so many interesting Castles, Stately Homes and other places
to visit in the area, the problem will be deciding how many you have time
for! In Perthshire you will find a host of pretty villages, linked by
glorious scenery and breathtaking views.
Pitlochry, so beloved of Queen Victoria, Killiecrankie and the 'Soldier's Leap', Blair Atholl with its 'fairytale' Castle (home to the UK's only private army), Dunkeld with its historic cathedral and picturesque 'Little Houses' (in the care of the National Trust for Scotland), Fortingall with its pretty thatched roof houses and 2000 year old yew tree, Innerpeffray, home to the oldest free lending library in the country (founded 1680) and Balquhidder, last resting place of 'Rob Roy' MacGregor.
Travelling out with Perthshire there is Edinburgh Castle, Loch Leven Castle (a unique small castle on an island where Mary, Queen of Scots endured nearly a year of imprisonment) amd nearby Ardoch, a fascinating Roman fort site.
TOWNS AND CITIES:
After Crieff itself, Perth - the county town of Perthshire (picture opposite)
- is a charming city which boasts a wealth of elegant Georgian architecture
and excellent shopping facilities, together with a good choice of restaurants,
cafes, bars and entertainment. Scone Palace is nearby, set amidst 100
acres of glorious parkland and the site at which many of Scotland's kings
were crowned.
The palace, home to the Earl and Countress of Mansfield, is open to
the public for much of the year. Edinburgh and Glasgow are both 49 miles
from Aberturret Cottage and each city offers the visitor its own charm.
Edinburgh Castle sits high above the city's bustling streets and wynds
whilst Glasgow provides its own unique atmosphere of relaxed informality
whilst both provide excellent shopping facilities.
FAMILY ACTIVITIES:
If you are coming to Aberturret with younger children you will find plenty
of things to do as a family. Within a short drive there is a wildlife
centre, a safari and leisure park and a farm life centre. Crieff has a
leisure centre, swimming pool and beautiful parkland with riverside walks.
In Perth there is the go-karting centre and the MacBeth experience (at
Bankfoot).
WHISKY TRAIL:
If whisky appeals to your taste then you will not have to go very far
to find it! Glenturret Distillery (Scotland's oldest) is within easy walking
of Aberturret Cottage.
A little further afield, in the hills above Pitlochry you will find Edradour Distillery (picture opposite) which carries the title of Scotland's smallest distillery. At Aberfeldy, where the Black Watch Regiment was first raised in 1739, you will find the Aberfeldy Distillery - opened in 1898 by John Dewar & Sons. The row of oak trees by the distillery was planted to celebrate Queen Victoria's Jubilee.
CYCLING:
There are a number of traffic-free cycle tracks which have been developed
around Crieff. Within 30 minutes drive, at Dunkeld and Aberfeldy, there
are extensive tracks within the Forest Enterprise Estates.
For the more ambitious mountain biker there are many off-road tracks
in the area to test all skill levels. Bike storage is no problem.
These are just a few of the many places to visit, sites to see and things
to do whilst enjoying your stay at Aberturret Cottage. We should be pleased
to supply details upon request of any specific interest or leisure pursuits
you may wish to include during your holiday, such as horse riding, off-road
driving, quad biking, tennis and squash.
About Aberturret:
Aberturret House is a 19th century Dower House built by the Murray family,
owners of the nearby Ochtertyre estate. Located on the outskirts of Crieff,
Aberturret Cottage is situated within the tranquil grounds Aberturret
House.
Today Crieff is a charming mix of old and new, reflecting its changing role throughout the centuries. There is a pleasing selection of welcoming restaurants and public houses, an interesting choice of independent shops specialising in a wide variety of Scottish crafts and produce and everywhere there is an air of unhurried tranquility.
For those with an interest in Scottish history, Crieff has much of interest to offer. It was here in centuries gone by that the annual trysts were held, when the old drove roads leading to Crieff were full of cattle being brought to market.
Having travelled so far the drovers would relax, meeting with old friends, exchanging news and of course enjoying a dram or three, which could often lead to some rowdy behaviour! In fact, one of Rob Roy McGregor's sons found himself being pursued through the streets of Crieff by soldiers!
The inevitable killings were punished on the ‘Kind Gallows', for which Crieff became known throughout Europe. The original hanging tree (used by the early Celtic Earls of Strathearn to administer justice) was said to have been on the north-west of the town but, by the 18th century it had been replaced by a formal wooden structure called 'Gallowhaugh' (now Gallowhill) at the foot of Burrell Street.
Also in Crieff you will find the famous 'Cross of Crieff', a sculptured
Celtic stone dating from the 10th century.
How to Find Us:
Once in Scotland, the main route north is the A/M74. South of Glasgow
take the M73 which cuts north across to the A/M80 from Glasgow to Stirling
and Perth. That joins the M9/A9 which you remain on until 3 miles north
of Dunblane. There, take the A822 signposted to Crieff.
From Glasgow take the A/M80 as above.
From Edinburgh take either the M90 to Perth (via the Forth Road Bridge) and then the A85 from Perth to Crieff (signposted Crianlarich) OR the M9 to Stirling and Dunblane.
Once in Crieff, follow the A85 out of town towards Crianlarich. Just
as you are leaving Crieff turn right along the road which has a brown
Tourist Board signpost to The Famous Grouse Experience (Glenturret Distillery).
After passing the distillery go over the small bridge and the gates to
Aberturret House are on the right.
In order to ensure that the cottage is cleaned properly, arrival time
is after 4.00pm (if you do arrive earlier and the cottage isn't ready,
you may leave luggage) and departure the following Saturday is by 10.00am
please.
You will find Aberturret Cottage ready for your arrival with the key in the door - please leave the key here when you depart - it is perfectly safe to do so.
Email Aberturret Cottage enquiries & reservations: bookscotland@madbookings.com
