Guests say
Ptarmigan Lodge is consistently praised for its stunning location, cleanliness, and comfort. Guests are charmed by the wildlife, scenic views, and the peaceful environment. The lodge is well-equipped, offering a home away from home experience with thoughtful touches that enhance the stay.
Reviewers frequently mention the lodge's cleanliness, describing it as very clean and well-maintained, which suggests a high standard of cleanliness throughout the property.
The location is universally lauded for its tranquility, beautiful scenery, and proximity to wildlife. The lodge's setting on a loch with views of the hills and local fauna, including deer, is highlighted as a standout feature.
Comfort is a recurring theme, with guests finding the lodge spacious, warm, and furnished with quality in mind. The presence of ensuite bathrooms and comfortable beds are noted, contributing to the overall comfort of the stay.
The lodge is praised for being well-equipped and offering excellent facilities. However, a single mention of slow internet suggests a slight room for improvement in this otherwise highly regarded category.
Guests appreciate the thoughtful touches, such as a welcoming bottle of wine and snacks. While these gestures are warmly received, it is important to note that such personal touches, though likely, are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Aberfeldy 8.1 miles. Perched on the edge of a loch in the sleepy village of Glengoulandie, rests this superb self-catering lodge, Ptarmigan Lodge. Boasting a central location in the heart of Scotland, while providing access to Aberfeldy and Pitlochry, this Scandinavian style lodge is a welcoming retreat for families looking to escape the rush of everyday life. After parking up in the off-road parking space, unload your baggage into the entrance hall before finding the open-plan living space. Spectacular views await you each day from the living area, with the large picture windows and double glazed doors bringing beautiful sunrises, sunsets and full moon reflections in the lochan water, offering the perfect setting to enjoy alfresco breakfasts and late night drinks on the decking. Allow the chef of the group to get to grips in the kitchen, utilising a range of integrated appliances and preparing their ‘go-to' dishes, with the convenience of a dishwasher to assist with the washing up! As the night comes to a close, discover the bedrooms for some rest, including a family room with double and single bed, along with an en-suite bathroom, while there is also a super king-size with en-suite and patio doors to enjoy the beautiful views and a twin with en-suite shower, providing plenty of options. When you’re ready to explore, wildlife lovers will appreciate a variety of different birds nesting and visiting the lochan throughout the year, plus there are plenty of scenic walking opportunities through the county. Visit the ‘Outlander’ Country and see where many parts of the hit TV series was filmed, with some of the opening scenes filmed just up the road from Glengoulandie at the base of Schiehallion! Head to the town of Aberfeldy, where you will find a charming mix of pubs, restaurants and shops, along with natural delights such as the Birks of Aberfeldy where you can soak up the sights of the beautiful waterfalls and countryside. Sample some of Scotland’s finest whiskey at the Aberfeldy Distillery or take on some adrenalin-fuelled white water rafting, paintballing and river adventure trips with Splash White Water Rafting. A splendid base for a rural Scottish adventure, whatever time of year. EPC Rating: Band D
Aberfeldy, a market town in rural Perthshire, sits on the River Tay amidst stunning landscape. Aberfeldy is famous for its relationship with Robert Burns and his poem The Birks Of Aberfeldy, as well as the bridge built for General Wade in 1733. It is located close south of Valley Lyon, which is considered as Scotland's longest, loneliest, and loveliest glen. Aside from the breathtaking environment, there is much else to entice visitors. For pedestrians and bikers, there is a 10-mile riverside walk, as well as other trails through woodland and countryside. Aberfeldy is also on the Rob Roy Way and Cycle Route 7. The River Tay's whitewater rafting is a fantastic way to take in the surroundings. Castle Menzies is a magnificent 16th century castle that has been extensively renovated and is now open to the public. On the outskirts of town, take a distillery tour at Dewar's World of Whisky. Explore the town's various bars, restaurants, and cafes, as well as the galleries and craft shops, including the Scottish Chocolate Centre. The Scottish Crannog Centre provides a view into Iron Age life, while Loch Tay provides a variety of watersports. Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park are also nearby. Within an hour's drive, there are 30 Munros just waiting to be 'bagged'!
Accommodation
Single storey.
Three bedrooms: Master bedroom with super king size bed and en suite shower, 1 x twin with en-suite shower, basin and WC, 1 x family room with double and single bed and en-suite bath, walk-in shower, basin and WC.
All bedrooms have en-suites.
Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining and sitting area
Gas central heating with underfloor heating.
Electric oven and gas hob, microwave, Nespresso machine.
Travel cot/Highchair available, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, TV with Freeview, Sonos Beam Sound Bar for music and movies, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off-road parking for 2 cars.
Decking with table and chairs.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop 0.3 miles, pub 5.7 miles.
Please note: The property is not pet friendly, however there will be times when dogs may be in the lodge, so it may not be suitable for those with allergies
Reviews (23)
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Ingrid
Spacious and comfortable family home with everything you need. Great walks and wildlife on your doorstep, as well as cafes and coffee shops. Highly recommend.
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Hannah
Well equipped kitchen with everything you could want. We enjoyed lots of walking in Aberfeldy, Dunkeld, Pitlochry and also climbed Schiehallion which is close by. We loved watching the deer from the deck every day and also saw the Northern lights from the lodge. Friendly helpful owners, highly recommended, we didnât want to go home.
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Estelle
A real home away from home. It is very well equipped and extremely comfortable. A perfect place to unwind and enjoy nature, peace and quiet, whilst having lots to see and do nearby. Communication with the owners was easy, they were very responsive and extremely friendly.