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luxurious country house 11 people Highlands on the blackwater river

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Main house - front and annex
Main house - back
Decking main house rear
Blackwater river running along the bottom of the garden
Guests are welcome to fish on trout, permits for salmon need to be purchased

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 11341 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Bridge of Cally, SCT
  • Strathmore Golf Centre
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Pitlochry Festival Theatre
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Glenshee Ski Centre
    ‪30 min drive‬
  • Perth, Scotland (PSL)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 11)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed and 1 Crib

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

3 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

luxurious country house 11 people Highlands on the blackwater river

Beautifully situated 11-person country house with sauna, 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, located on the blackwater river with views of the mountains. Ideal holiday for people who love peace, fishing, hunting, hiking and skiing or. Housing is equipped with all facilities just a few miles from the National Park and Cairngorm Ski Resort near some of the most famous tourist destinations in Scotland

Property manager

Barry de Neef and Astrid Bakker

Languages

Dutch, English, German

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number PK12465P

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Blairgowrie

Located in Blairgowrie, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Bells Blair Athol Distillery and Ossian's Hall are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Cairngorms National Park and Auchintaple Loch. Enjoy the area's slopes with skiing, and don't miss out on the sledging.
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Bridge of Cally, SCT

What's nearby

  • Strathmore Golf Centre - 17 min drive - 20.9 km
  • Reekie Linn Waterfall - 17 min drive - 18.4 km
  • Pitlochry Festival Theatre - 22 min drive - 28.9 km
  • Backwater Reservoir Viewpoint - 30 min drive - 25.9 km
  • Glenshee Ski Centre - 30 min drive - 25.3 km

Getting around

  • Pitlochry Blair Atholl Station - 30 min drive
  • Dundee (DND) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kirkmichael Hotel - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Mervat's Village Gallery & Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Conservatory - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Glenisla Hotel - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is luxurious country house 11 people Highlands on the blackwater river pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at luxurious country house 11 people Highlands on the blackwater river?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at luxurious country house 11 people Highlands on the blackwater river?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is luxurious country house 11 people Highlands on the blackwater river located?

This family-friendly Blairgowrie holiday home is located on the waterfront, 3.2 mi (5.2 km) from Cairngorms National Park, and within 12 mi (20 km) of Auchintaple Loch and Cateran Trail. Reekie Linn Waterfall is 11.4 mi (18.3 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tara S., United Kingdom

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely riverside lodge
Nice cozy fire in the lounge, brilliant back porch area, and kitchen stocked with everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family break
Really enjoyed our stay. Lovely house and beautiful scenery
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hazel F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great weekend away
Great experience from start to finish! Lovely house in a lovely setting, was great being so close to the river
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alvaro P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Veeery nice stay
Its all they promises
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Audrey

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Beautiful spacious house with fabulous views of the river . It had everything we needed for a fantastic family break .
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maureen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Lovely house
Nice big roomy house its lovely and an added bonus the river at the bottom of the garden as my son loves fishing it was our treat to him we celebrated his 60th Birthday there
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

John H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Holly tree lodge
Wonderful,homely house.adult children loved sauna.dogs loved garden and river.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Gilles B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Navigating through the Cairncorms
Excellent starting point for some one day hikes with friends.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jean M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend Break
Beautiful location and within easy travelling distance to various locations. House was ideal for our party of 11 views from the house were lovely and the garden was ideal too.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Alex H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Family weekend
We really enjoyed our stay. The property had everything we needed and more. Very clean and spacious. Plenty of room for everyone and it’s a nice and private location. Would recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Martin L.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect weekend out with friends
We were with a group of friends and had a perfect time. Nice and cozy house, but the house could use some maintenance.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Tony D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family holiday
A great place to stay. We had such a good time. There was plenty if room and the location was superb. Would recommend to anyone.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacey G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous stay
Everything was perfect from start to finish. Brilliant venue to unwind & reconnect with family. We spent our full weekend just within the property and grounds. We would definitely book again
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bill M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family holiday
Very spacious and comfortable house in a lovely, quiet location. The bedrooms are all a generous size, as is the well-equipped kitchen (we managed to prepare a 7-course meal for the 6 of us). It's a short and delightful drive from the house to the heart of the Cairngorms. And don't miss paying a visit to the friendly Persie gin distillery just 5 minutes from the house
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great little hideaway vacation
Great accommodation, very comfortable, kitchen well kitted out. Lovely scenery. Garden had a pond and the Blackwater river was at the bottom of the garden. Spacious dining living room made it a great space for family games evenings.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Rolf S., Meiringen,Schweiz

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place
A very nice place to stay at the black river. The property was clean inside, but not so clean outside, especially the veranda and the gutter was rinsing.
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sacha D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Magical
Absolutely beautiful property, spacious and clean. Fantastic cozy living room with log burner. Stunning grounds and views. Magical family xmas highly recommended
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chris G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay close to Cairngorms
The house is lovely. The common areas are open and inviting. The river out back is lovely to wake up to. My only critique would be for comfier couches. Everything else was lovely. Easy access to many sights and hikes. Beautiful landscape. Beds are comfy.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

David N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great choice for a quiet break!
We stayed for a couple of nights in early July. Lots of space at the property with great facilities. Sitting out on the decking, listening to the river and enjoying the view was perfect, a great place to relax. We travelled up to Braemar and Ballater in no time at all, so ideally located if you want to explore Royal Deeside. Check in process was quick and simple.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jackie L.

Amazing!
We really enjoyed our long weekend stay in this fantastic property, celebrating a 50th birthday! The house/garden is amazing in a perfect and peaceful location! We enjoyed walks in the Cairngorms and along the River Dee, including a trip to a whisky distillery just past the gates of Balmoral! Would highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Neil G., Kelty

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property and location!!!
We spent a weekend at the property for a 40th birthday with close family and found it perfect! The house is HUGE and had the bonus of the annex property which allowed older parents to relax in the morning away from early rising children! We had the luck of the Scottish weather which allowed us to open up the massive doors and windows onto the balcony which overlooked the garden and river in the sunshine all day. Would definitely recommend this property to anyone especially this with larger families staying and looking for a relaxing time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Scotland road trip
The Holly Tree Lodge was our last stop on a 10-day road trip through the Scottish Highlands and it was the perfect place to end our journey. This creek-side property is beautifully laid out, nicely appointed, and even has a dry sauna! We used the large kitchen on our last night and just loved the vibe of the whole place. The property managers were a dream to work with too. Highly recommend this place if you're looking for a true Scottish countryside experience way off the beaten path.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

joseph b.

Excellent value.
Excellent property. Very spacious with plenty of room for the family to socialise together or find their own space. Very clean with all the mod cons required. Really good garden which allowed the children to play and the adults to chill. We were seven adults and three children under five. Recommend this property and the area.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Moira M.

Great holiday home for the family!
We had a lovely family holiday with 4 children and 2 adults in the spring of 2015 at the Holly Tree Lodge! A wonderful modern and nicely decorated house situated in a great spot in the Highlands. With stunning views and plenty of things to do and see in the surrounding neighbourhood: walking, cycling and lots to explore!! The kids loved fishing in the river next to the house! The annex was ideal for my parents who stayed for the weekend. They had a super time!! We will definitely return!

8/10 Good

Ian P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Old Friends Re-United
We had a thoroughly good time. The property is spacious and light. The "Property Girls" were extremely helpful. The website is out of date and should be changed.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Barry de Neef and Astrid Bakker

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Languages:

English, German, Dutch