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A number of hotels and guest houses are now offering special gardens short break packages, combining quality accommodation and warm hospitality with the chance to visit eleven fabulous gardens.
To find out more, contact the following establishments or simply click on the links below:
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Atholl Arms Hotel, Dunkeld - 3 star Small Hotel
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The Atholl Arms Hotel is situated at the gateway to the highlands in the picturesque cathedral city of Dunkeld. This 17 bedroom hotel is the ideal location for touring, being just two to three hours from most places of interest in Scotland. In the immediate area there is an extensive network of waymarked walks. Stay 3 nights on a Dinner, Bed & Breakfast basis and receive a free pass to the ten gardens in the Perthshire Gardens Collection.
Atholl Arms Hotel Bridgehead Dunkeld PH8 0AQ T: 01350 727219 W: Atholl Arms Hotel
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The Angus Hotel, Blairgowrie - 3 star Hotel
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Supremely comfortable with 81 well appointed rooms, the Angus Hotel is in the centre of the old market town of Blairgowrie. Most rooms enjoy views over the hotels patio, the River Ericht or the historic Wellmeadow Square. Twenty miles of beautiful waymarked paths surround the town and all gardens within the Perthshire Gardens Collection are within easy day trip distance.
The Angus Hotel Wellmeadow Blairgowrie PH10 6NH T: 01250 872455 W: theangushotel.com
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Atholl Palace Hotel, Pitlochry - 4 star Hotel
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The Atholl Palace Hotel, the epitome of Scottish baronial splendour, stands imposingly overlooking wooded parkland grounds and the town of Pitlochry. Originally opened as the Athole Hydropathic in Victorian times, the property is now a major resort and destination with spectacular gardens, a spa and a museum featuring the life and times of the hotel.
Welcome to a unique location, where the sounds of bagpipes may frequently be heard, where you will not forget the view of Ben-y-Vrackie as you stroll on the terrace in the evening sun, where a genuinely warm Highland welcome awaits you.
Atholl Palace Hotel Pitlochry PH16 5LY T: 01796 472400 W: Atholl Palace Hotel
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Ballathie House Hotel, near Perth - 4 star Hotel
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Situated on its own estate overlooking the River Tay, Ballathie House offers Scottish hospitality in a house of character dating from 1850. The original public rooms are elegantly furnished and spacious bedrooms retain antique furniture with period bathrooms featuring all modern facilities. Salmon fishing, croquet and putting are available on the estate and the hotel is well situated for easy access to many of the gardens featured in the Perthshire Gardens Collection.
Ballathie House Hotel Kinclaven, Stanley, PH1 4QN T: 01250 883268 W: Ballathie House Hotel
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Balbeagan, by Pitlochry - 4 star B & B
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Situated in the peaceful village of Balnaguard, Balbeagan is a friendly B & B where the emphasis is on comfort and quality breakfasts. Traditionally produced bacon and sausages, Loch Fyne kippers or Scandinavian platters of fruits and cheeses will set you up for days spent exploring Perthshire's finest gardens. The local area is rich in wildflowers and red squirrels and roe deer can often be seen nearby. Walkers, cyclists and bikers welcome. Non-smoking house.
Balbeagan Balnaguard, Pitlochry, PH9 OPY T: 01796 482627 W: Balbeagan
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Burnbank, Kinross - 4 star B & B
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Originally built as a mill shop, Burnbank is now a welcoming place to stay.
Situated on the edge of the charming village of Kinross, close to Loch Leven, and one of the National Nature Reserves, with two nearby golf courses, Ideal for walking, cycling and nature watching. The location makes it a great centre for touring, only 5 minutes to the motorway network and with Edinburgh, Perth Dundee, St Andrews, Dunfermline and Stirling all less than a 40 minute drive away.
Beautifully furnished and appointed, this accommodation provides the highest standards in comfort, combined with the warm welcome and impeccable personal service from the owners.
Burnbank 79 The Muirs Kinross KY13 8AZ T: 01577 861931 W: Burnbank
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Greenacres, near Perth - 3 star B & B
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Greenacres enjoys a secluded location in Glenalmond, a few miles west of Perth. The house is set in a sheltered one acre garden which is a sanctuary for birds and includes an organic vegetable garden and two water features, one of which is a large wildlife pond. The business has featured in Scotland's Garden Scheme, and is a plant collectors' paradise, winning the Gardens of Perthshire 2000 Award for an Environmentally Green Garden.
Mrs Hazel Harward Greenacres, Chapelhill Logiealmond, Perth, PH1 3TQ T: 01738 880 302 W: Greenacres
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Galvelmore House, Crieff - 3 star B & B
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Quietly situated in Crieff, Galvelmore offers friendly hospitality and comfortable bedrooms. Katy and David are keen gardeners, with a garden `in progress`which featured in the Crieff Gardens Open Day as part of the National Gardens Scheme in 2002 and 2003. The beautiful formal gardens at Drummond Castle are within 10 minutes drive. Five nights B&B will receive our 10% discount as well as a free ticket for the gardens. Please quote `Perthshire Gardens Package` when booking.
Galvelmore House Galvelmore Street, Crieff, PH7 4BY T: 01764 655721 W: Galvelmore House
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Greystanes, Auchterarder - 4 star B & B
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Close to the centre of Auchterarder, Greystanes is an ideal touring base for exploring the wonderful gardens, castles and heritage of Perthshire. The bedrooms offer a high standard of comfort and have been adapted for those with limited mobility. French windows lead from the residents' lounge to the garden, with views beyond to open country and the Ochil Hills.
Greystanes, Western Road, Auchterarder, PH3 IJJ T: 01764 664239 W: Greystanes
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The Green Hotel, Kinross - 4 star Hotel
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A former 19th century coaching inn, the Green is now one of Scotland's fine independently owned country hotels. The hotel has 46 spacious bedrooms, a leisure complex with indoor pool, tennis courts and two 18 hole golf courses. The striking formal gardens at Kinross House are nearby as is the Loch Leven National Nature Reserve, with its rich and varied birdlife.
The Green Hotel 2 The Muirs Kinross, KY13 8AS T: 01577 863467 W:The Green Hotel
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The Four Seasons Hotel, St Fillans - 3 Star Small Hotel
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This hotel enjoys an enviable setting on the banks of Loch Earn in the heart of a National Scenic Area. It’s the perfect location for those who love the countryside and just a short drive from the spectacular formality of Drummond Gardens near Crieff. Well placed for exploring Perthshire's many attractions including other gardens. The two restaurants within the Four Seasons are noted for their imaginative cuisine and commitment to ingredients from Scotland’s natural larder. `Perthshire Gardens Holiday` includes three nights D, B & B and free entry to all ten gardens in the Perthshire Gardens Collection.
The Four Seasons Hotel St Fillans Loch Earn PH6 2NF T: 01764 685 333 W:The Four Seasons Hotel
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Kinloch House Hotel, by Blairgowrie - 5 star Hotel
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A warm welcome awaits you at this family run country house hotel. Set in 25 acres of wooded parkland with Victorian walled garden, Kinloch House makes the ideal touring base for visiting Perthshire's gardens and attractions. Eighteen individually decorated and furnished bedrooms, comfortable public rooms, conservatory, indoor swimming pool & leisure facilities. Full use is made of Scottish game, beef, fish, shellfish and produce from the garden and local farms. Complimentary pass to the ten gardens in the Perthshire Gardens Collection for a stay of three or more nights.
Kinloch House Hotel Dunkeld Road By Blairgowrie PH10 6SG T: 01250 884 237 W: Kinloch House
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Lands of Loyal Hotel, Alyth - 4 Star Country House Hotel
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As a member of Scotland ’s Garden Scheme you can stay here and enjoy the additional benefit of a full and beautiful garden with many interesting specimens. This owner run four star country house hotel and restaurant is situated on the edge of the picturesque Perthshire town of Alyth and offers 16 beautifully decorated bedrooms, some with stunning views over the vale of Strathmore. The garden is full of birdlife all year round and for those looking for a momento of their stay, a visit to the poly tunnel and kitchen garden to purchase a living souvenir is well worth it. This year the hotel’s chosen charity to benefit from the plant and cut flower sales is Help for Heroes.
Lands of Loyal Hotel Loyal Road Alyth Blairgowrie PH11 8JQ T: 01828 633151 W: Lands of Loyal
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Meikleour Hotel, by Blairgowrie - 4 star Inn
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This Scottish country inn in the heart of Perthshire has been serving travellers and locals for 185 years. The hotel offers excellent cuisine and pub grub and a Beer Garden allowing you to enjoy the Scottish air and sunshine! There are excellent opportunities for walking, golf and exploring gardens within a short driving distance. Nearby you'll find The Meikleour Beech Hedge - officially recognised as the tallest hedge on the planet.
Meikleour Hotel Meikleour By Blairgowrie PH2 6EB T: 01250 883206 W: Meikleour Hotel
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Murrayshall House Hotel, by Perth - 4 star Hotel
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Set in 300 acres of splendid countryside, Murrayshall offers an impressive selection of relaxing and energetic activities around or near the hotel. Three of the gardens featured in the Perthshire Gardens Collection are close at hand, as are the many public gardens and walks around Perth. Most bedrooms have fantastic views to the hotel golf courses and Grampian mountains beyond.
Murrayshall House Hotel Scone Perth PH2 7PH T: 01738 551171 W: Murrayshall
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The Bield, Pitcairngreen, by Perth - 3 star B & B
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The Bield is a classic Georgian House in the conservation village of Pitcairngreen, 5 miles west of Perth. The property has its own peaceful garden with views to open fields beyond. Next door there is a rock garden and supplier of alpine plants. Stay for 4 nights and receive a free ticket allowing entry to all 10 gardens in the Perthshire Gardens Collection.
Mrs Shonagh Mahon The Bield Pitcairngreen, by Perth, PH1 3LT T: 01738 583606 W: The Bield
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The Royal George Hotel, Perth - 3 star Hotel
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Located on the banks of the River Tay in the heart of Perth, The Royal George has been welcoming guests for over 200 years. Scone Palace and Grounds and Branklyn Garden are all within a short distance as are the many shops, restaurants and cultural attractions of the Fair City. Rodney Gardens, Kinnoull Hill Woodland Park and many delightful walks can also be enjoyed nearby.
The Royal George Hotel Tay Street Perth PH1 5LD T: 01738 624455 W: Royal George Hotel
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Waterbury Guest House, Birnam - 4 star Guest House
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This lovely Victorian house is located in the heart of Birnam, close to the Beatrix Potter Sculpture Garden, the River Tay and an extensive network of woodland and riverside walks. Quality Scottish produce is used for breakfast. Walkers and Cyclists Welcome. Non-smoking house. Guests staying for 3 nights receive a free 5 day pass to the ten gardens in the Perthshire Gardens Collection.
Waterbury Guest House Murthly Terrace Birnam, by Dunkeld, PH8 0BG T: 01350 727324 W: Waterbury Guest House
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The Well House, Pitlochry - 4 star Guest House
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Close to the Town Centre, the Well House is an ideal base from which to explore the gardens of Perthshire and the delights of the surrounding countryside. FREE tickets are available to all ten gardens if you stay 7 days on a Dinner, Bed & Breakfast basis. Full details on our website.
The Well House 11 Toberargan Road Pitlochry, PH16 5HG T: 01796 472239 W: The Well House
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