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The Turret House Aberfeldy, Perthshire

The Turret House sits in an elevated rural setting, above the historic village of Weem, about a mile north west of Aberfeldy which provides an excellent range of facilities, including quality individual shops, a supermarket and hospital. Pitlochry, about 15 miles away, is home to the famous Festival Theatre and has mainline rail links. Recreational facilities are well catered for in the area including water sports on lochs and rivers, walking and climbing with several Munros nearby, golf on the many 18 and 9 hole courses within easy reach and various clubs and societies covering a large range of interests.

Situated in the heart of Scotland, the area is surrounded by outstanding Perthshire scenery. Visit the nearby stunning Loch Tay, the conservation village of Kenmore and Ben Lawers, Perthshire's highest mountain at almost 4000 ft. Alternatively visit the 16th century Castle Menzies and Fortingall, home to the yew tree believed to be the oldest living thing in Europe (between 3000 and 5000 years old). Most people come to the area to take part in the wide range of outdoor activities this "adventure playground" boasts: people who love the great outdoors, whether it be fishing on Loch Tay, golfing on the numerous courses nearby, watersports of simply walking or cycling to enjoy the breathtaking scenery. Your holiday will be one to remember if you stay here!

Accommodation:
The Turret House comprises a most attractive, recently completed property of a traditional design which includes the charming feature of a staircase turret thereby providing a very pleasing vernacular exterior. Inside, the property benefits from an ultra-contemporary standard of amenity including underfloor heating and a hand built white ash spiral staircase. Another particular feature is the large bay window in the sitting room with beautiful south facing extensive views of the countryside. The property sits within enclosed terraced grounds backing on to natural woodland providing parking with a paved patio adjoining the house and a further raised sitting area/viewpoint with a natural stone retaining wall and steps.

On the ground floor there is a large dining/kitchen generously fitted with German units and Corian work surface, integrated NEFF appliances including induction hob, cooker hood, pyrolytic (self-cleaning) oven, combi microwave oven, larder fridge and dishwasher. This room also has a TV and wonderful south facing views. Also on the ground floor is the utility room with washing machine and tumble dryer, the sitting room with recessed open fire and south facing bay window, Bedroom 4 which is a twin room and a shower room with heated towel rail.

The spiral staircase with low level lighting leads from the entrance hall to the first floor where there is the family bathroom with bath and shower, heated towel rail and underfloor heating. The Master Suite has a king size bed, dressing area and shower room with heated towel rail. Bedroom 2 also has a king size bed with south facing views and Bedroom 3 is a twin room again with south facing views.

Directions to The Turret House:-
From Edinburgh, Edinburgh airport and Glasgow airport - take the A80/M80/M9 signposted Perth - to the outskirts of Perth (Broxden Roundabout). At the roundabout head north on the A9 signposted for Inverness for 19 miles, then take the Aberfeldy turnoff at Ballinluig, follow the signs to Aberfeldy. Once you reach the town head up the main street through the square and continue towards Wade's bridge. Cross the bridge (Aberfeldy Golf club is on your right). The Turret House is on the right hand side behind the Weem Hotel. From the North, take the A9 south beyond Pitlochry then watch for the turnoff at Ballinluig, clearly signposted to Aberfeldy, then proceed as above.

What's included:
Included in the rental price is the heating and logs for the fire. All bed linen and towels are provided. Pets, by prior arrangement, are included in the price.

Cost and availability.
Change over day is Saturday with check out before 10am, check in after 4pm.
Short breaks are welcome subject to availability.
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