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Eating Out
A privately-owned guesthouse close to Kinloch Rannoch with a restaurant open to non-residents. We have had good reports from our visitors who have dined there. See sample menu on their website.
Fortingall HotelThis hotel is about 25 minutes from Kinloch Rannoch and the food and ambiance is excellent. Need to book on 01887 830367.
Dunalastair HotelNo connection to Dunalastair Holiday Houses, this hotel is right in the middle of Kinloch Rannoch and you can find details of its restaurant on its website.
Moulin InnThis characterful Inn with fascinating history is just outside Pitlochry. It brews its own beer and you can get a good lunch or dinner here.
Killiecrankie HotelA hotel just north of Pitlochry with a fine reputation for food. Booking advised.
Gardens to Visit
A lovely Himalayan garden - highly recommended.
Gardens in PerthshireTells you about the great variety of fascinating and diverse gardens to visit in the area.
Jack Drakes AlpinesWonderful garden and nursery near Aviemore with interesting alpines
Good Food Shopping
Excellent deli next to the Co-op supermarket in Pitlochry. They also have a terrific farm shop/deli near Aberfeldy. You can order in advance and collect on your way to Dunalastair or they will deliver to your cottage for your arrival.
Macdonald Brothers Butchers, PitlochryWonderful, traditional butchers in Pitlochry. Order in advance and collect on your way through Pitlochry.
History
An important local clan to this area which includes the names Robertson, Duncan, Reid and others. Chieftains buried on Dunalastair Estate.
Kids Clothing
Great Xmas presents for children, grandchildren, godchildren. Another La Terriere family enterprise.
Useful Links
A useful site to find out where to park at your local airport and the cost.
Car Hire CentreA useful site for comparing prices of hire car companies. If you are coming by train to Pitlochry, you can hire a car there from Thrifty Car Rental - Pitlochry (through local agent :Burnside Hotel - Tel: 01796 472 203)
Zeebrugge to Rosyth Ferry (Superfast Ferries)Superfast Ferries, the youngest and fastest fleet
Cancellation InsuranceSchofields Ltd. UK where you can take out cancellation insurance.
Whats On In Highland Perthshire
Here you can find an up-to-date list of events happening in Highland Perthshire. Click on Eventful Perthshire then fill in dates that interest you and highlight Pitlochry and Highland Perthshire then click Search.
Activities
In Kinloch Rannoch - An adventure company which organises a variety of outdoor pursuits including hire of bicycles, fishing tackle, etc.
Adventure Outdoors Dunolly CentreVarious outdoor activities based in Aberfeldy
Escape RouteBased in Pitlochry - Everything to do with cycling.
Fishing in PerthshireUseful information about fishing.
Fishing shop - Quayles of PitlochryExcellent fishing shop in Pitlochry. Opposite Tourist Information.
GOLFUseful information about golf and golf courses in the area. The nearest to Dunalastair would be Pitlochry, Blair Atholl, Strathtay, Dunkeld, Taymouth Castle, Kenmore. All are a half to three-quarters of an hour away by car through stunning scenery.
Highland Adventure SafarisThis award winning safari company has activities for all ages and we highly recommend them for wildlife watching, gold panning for kids, cafe, celebrations with a difference in the hills etc.
Horseriding - Blair Atholl Pony TrekkingA good place for pony trekking. The Centre is approved by the Trekking and Riding Society of Scotland (TRSS), and all the staff are qualified, friendly and familiar with Atholl Estates. The Trekking Centre is open Tuesday to Sunday during April – June (Mondays are the ponies rest day in spring) and Sunday – Friday during July – September (Saturdays are the ponies rest day in summer).
Loch Tay Equestrian CentreThe Equestrian Centre is a purpose built facility, approved by the British Horse Society, providing riders with the very best in all things equestrian. It caters for all ages and abilities - from pony rides for small children, to exhilarating rides into the hills or splashing through the shallows of Loch Tay. Tel: +44(0)1567-820581
Nae LimitsWhite water rafting and other exciting outdoor sports, based at Ballinluig.
Splash White Water Rafting tripsWater sports based in Aberfeldy
