Holiday rentals and lettings in Perthshire

Table of Contents

• At a glance: What should you know about renting Holiday Rentals and Lettings in Perthshire?
• Holiday Rentals and Lettings in Perthshire: find your perfect retreat
• Exploring Perthshire: our top recommendations
• Activities: What are the top things to do and see in Perthshire?

• Diverse accommodation options: Perthshire offers everything from countryside cottages to spacious family homes, spread across Pitlochry, Crieff, Aberfeldy, Perth and Blair Atholl.
• Properties that guests love: Properties across the region consistently earn high scores from real guests, who praise the great locations, comfortable amenities, and welcoming hosts.
• Central Scottish location: Perthshire sits at the gateway to the Highlands, well connected by the A9 and the Edinburgh-Inverness railway, making it easy to combine with a wider Scotland trip.
• Year-round appeal: Head to Perthshire in summer for a lively, buzzing atmosphere; visit in spring for wildflowers in bloom; enjoy the changing colours in autumn; or go off-season for a quiet winter getaway.
• Rich choice of attractions: Blair Castle, Glenturret Distillery, Drummond Castle Gardens and Loch Tay are all within easy reach of the region's holiday lettings.

Perthshire offers a diverse selection of holiday lettings across its market towns and countryside, from cosy cottages to larger holiday homes, plus log cabins or glamping for something different. Many properties have amenities like:

• Fast Wi-Fi throughout
• Private gardens and terraces
• Private off-road parking
• Barbecue facilities
• Fully-equipped kitchens

It's easy to find dog-friendly cottages in Perthshire, so don't feel that you have to leave your beloved pet behind during your holiday.

What are the best areas to stay in Perthshire?

The right base depends on what you're after, but each of Perthshire's market towns has its own character. The table below details areas for specific interests:

What do our guests say?

Guests come back to our Perthshire properties time and time again, drawn by the welcoming hosts, scenic locations, and stylish interiors. Here are some of our top-rated holiday rentals in Perthshire from the past year:

Cottage 'Tigh Na Beannaich' with pool and garden- 9.9+: This spacious property has room for 13, and boasts a rare attraction: a private indoor pool, heated for year-round swims.
1. Cottage 'Westerton' with private garden - 9.8+: The traditional stone exterior of this charming two-person cottage sets the scene for a romantic getaway. The quiet, green surroundings add to its appeal.
2. Cottage 'Wee Ben' with garden and parking - 9.9+: There's enough space for four people in this rustic log cabin. Guests praise its convenient location, close to shops and restaurants.

Nestled in the heart of central Scotland, Perthshire stretches from the market towns of Perth and Crieff to the Highland glens around Aberfeldy and Blair Atholl, earning its reputation as "Big Tree Country" for its ancient woodlands and lochs.

✈️What is the best way to get to Perthshire?

Perthshire sits at the crossroads of central Scotland, making it straightforward to reach by road, rail or air. Here are the most common ways to get there:

• By car: the A9 runs directly through Perthshire, connecting Perth, Pitlochry and Blair Atholl to both Edinburgh/Glasgow in the south and Inverness in the north.
• By train: Perth and Pitlochry both sit on the Edinburgh-Inverness mainline, with frequent direct services making a car-free visit easy.
• By air: Edinburgh Airport and Glasgow Airport are the nearest, both around an hour to an hour and a half's drive away.

🍽️Where to eat in Perthshire?

According to reviews, Comrie Croft is among the best rated places to eat in Perthshire. Below is a table showing highly-rated restaurants hand-picked by our travel experts.

⭐Our guests' recommendation: Our guest traveller Iain recommends Fern Cottage Restaurant & Tea House: a warm, informal spot in Pitlochry that's ideal after a day exploring Loch Faskally or the Pitlochry Dam.

☀️When is the best time to visit?

Late spring and September are the best times to visit Perthshire, combining good weather with lower prices and fewer crowds than peak summer.

Summer (July–August)

• Best for: families and classic countryside breaks
• Weather: the warmest and driest months
• Atmosphere: the busiest period, with seasonal events and lively vibes

Shoulder season (May–June and September)

• Best for: walkers and couples avoiding the crowds
• Weather: mild with a good chance of sunshine
• Atmosphere: quiet and ideal for nature walks, with springtime blossoms or autumn leaves

Winter (November–March)

• Best for: budget travellers and quiet countryside walks
• Weather: cold and often crisp, sometimes snowy in the glens
• Atmosphere: a quiet time of year, perfect for curling up in front of the fire with a mug of hot chocolate - or a wee dram of whisky

⭐Our hosts' recommendation: Our Perthshire hosts recommend that guests visit in July, to enjoy the Scottish Game Fair in the grounds of Scone Palace. It's a celebration of traditional rural sports, with entertaining displays of falconry, horse riding, and live Scottish music.

1. Explore Blair Castle
2. Tour the Glenturret Distillery
3. Walk beside Loch Tay
4. Visit Drummond Castle Gardens
5. Watch the salmon at Pitlochry Dam

1. Explore Blair Castle

   The ancestral home of the Duke of Atholl, Blair Castle near Blair Atholl offers grand rooms and extensive grounds to explore.

2. Tour the Glenturret Distillery

   Scotland's oldest working distillery, Glenturret in Crieff offers tastings and tours, plus its Michelin-starred restaurant.

3. Walk beside Loch Tay

   Loch Tay near Aberfeldy is ideal for lochside walks, cycling and watersports against a backdrop of Highland hills.

4. Visit Drummond Castle Gardens

   One of Europe's finest formal gardens, Drummond Castle Gardens near Crieff feature dramatic terraces and topiary.

5. Watch the salmon at Pitlochry Dam

   The fish ladder at Pitlochry Dam lets visitors watch salmon leaping upstream, alongside walks around Loch Faskally.