Dunkeld self-catering holiday home in the heart of Perthshire
Wonderful holiday accommodation close to Dunkeld Cathedral in the heart of this historic town perfect for couples on honeymoon, an anniversary treat or a spoiling break. Explore the town with many great places to eat, walk to the characterful pub, the deli and the bakery. Visit National Trust properties, fish, walk, birdwatch and enjoy the outdoors.
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Dunkeld, Perthshire
Perthshire is renowned for its peaceful beauty throughout the seasons and Dunkeld is one of the prettiest parts. It is situated at the gateway to the southern Highlands and surrounded by famous ancient trees, hills, rivers, lochs and an array of impressive historic attractions including palaces, Victorian follies and medieval castles.
The area has a fantastic and extensive list of activities and attractions to delight visitors: the River Tay, for fishing, canoeing and wildlife-watching, many golf courses (Perthshire has over 40), one of the best being just 1.5 miles from Dunkeld, bird-watching at Loch of the Lowes, including nesting Ospreys April-September, lots of cycling tracks (on and off road), "extreme" sports, wonderful walking and hiking (from short strolls along riverbanks and through ancient woodlands to day treks up hills and munros), historic castles and houses including Blair Castle and Scone Palace with gorgeous gardens and grounds.
Regular events take place in the area including classical concerts, theatre, folk music, historic and wildlife tours, festivals and celebrations. There are good leisure facilities: two options within one mile, offering swimming, gym, sauna, jacuzzi etc both with bar and restaurant. These make excellent rainy-day choices! In the depths of winter, skiing and snowboarding is available at Glenshee (around an hour's drive from Dunkeld) which has great facilities including 36 runs, chairlifts, restaurants and a snowsports school. Other winter sports include guided winter walks, 4X4 off-road driving and gorge-crossing. A visitor information centre is within a stone's throw of the property for full details.
If all of these possibilities sound too exhausting, relax! Simply curl up with a good book, sit in the private rear garden with a mug of tea, or take a gentle stroll and perch yourself on the riverbank to watch the sun play on the water and the fish jumping.
- Situated in centre of Dunkeld
- Perth - 14 miles
- Airports - Edinburgh 55 miles (1 hour),
Glasgow 80 miles (1 hr 45 mins) - Dunkeld and Birnam Station 1 mile
(by car 4 minutes, on foot 20 minutes) - Pubs/restaurants - several within walking distance,
plus a wider selection within 20 minutes drive
- Dunkeld Golf Course - 1.5 miles
- Swimming/sauna/jacuzzi/- under 1 mile
(can walk to it by the riverside) - Hillwalking
- Skiing and snowboarding - Glenshee, 45 miles
- Beautiful medieval cathedral with gardens next door
- Castles, historic houses, Scone Palace
Accommodation:
Dunkeld has a beautiful medieval cathedral and its tree-filled gardens and above the majestic River Tay. History and nature in all their glory encompass the property, the little town of Dunkeld and the stunning surrounding area. Delightful local shops include: cafes, bistro, characterful pub, small art gallery, deli, pharmacy, butcher, bank, post office and small Co-op. There is a weekly fish van and the delicious Dunkeld Smoked Salmon smokehouse is just a few minutes away.
Directions:
From the South: Take the Edinburgh City Bypass then the Forth Road Bridge and follow the M90 towards Perth. Leave at Junction 10 for Inverness, Stirling, Crianlarich. Follow signs for Inverness A9 and take the turnoff to Birnam and Dunkeld. Turn right at Birnam / Dunkeld T-junction and enter Dunkeld.
From the North: A9 Inverness-Perth Trunk Route. 14 miles before Perth look for second sign to Blairgowrie / Coupar Angus, this road leads directly into Dunkeld.
Dunkeld cottage for 2
This delightful Dunkeld self-catering accommodation is in an enviable position right next to Dunkeld Cathedral and in the heart of this historic town. It's ideal for a Perthshire holiday and after a day's exploring you'll return to a lovely garden and a wood burning stove to keep you cosy.
A sample of recent guest comments:
"A little piece of paradise...perfect to recharge the batteries. As always, a perfect spot to relax, with everything you could need on hand.. Magical... What’s not to love about Tay Neuk"
P.A., Isle of Arran
"We stay in lots of different holiday lets. We have never been as comfortable as we were in Tay Neuk, all the little extras that you just don’t get elsewhere, but make such a difference to a holiday."
Barbara and Michael, Hampshire
"A beautiful escape in Perthshire! Tay Neuk is a cosy retreat. Guests have everything they need and all the little extras that make this place somewhere you don’t want to leave and definitely a place to return to"
Lennox, Glasgow
"Our second time there and every bit as clean, comfortable and charming as before... We love the location,.. the pretty garden..the sunny kitchen is lovely to cook in. Adorable."
Deville,London
A wonderful little house between the Cathedral and River Tay. Lovingly furnished and fully equipped for a comfortable vacation. If you like the village atmosphere, you will love this location"
Skubbina, Germany
"We had a fantastic time at Tay Neuk. The cottage was perfect and such a romantic setting that I proposed!"
Andy, Wigan, Lancs.