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Terrace/patio
Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Game room
TV, fireplace, DVD player, table tennis

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Stalker's Lodge, award winning holiday house on stunning Highland estate

Situated on the scenic Straloch estate up a pretty glen in Highland Perthshire, this luxurious contemporary house is the perfect place for a relaxing rural break. Watch red squirrels and the birds on the feeders from the comfort of the glass sitting room extension and take in the stunning views. And with 3,000 acres to explore, from the beautiful loch nearby and miles of rugged heather hills, you're spoilt for choice when it comes to walks. There's also kayaking on the loch, wild swimming, fishing and tennis so you need hardly go anywhere else during your stay. But if you feel like taking off on a day trip, Royal Deeside, Loch Ness and Saint Andrews are all within easy reach. Edinburgh is a 90 minute drive and the popular visitor hub of Pitlochry with its bustling shops, cafes and pubs and the famous fish ladder is just 15 minutes away.

This recently built architect designed house has a semi-open plan ground floor with generous living space. There is a sleek well-equipped kitchen with stone worktops, Neff appliances and seating around the island.

The dining/ sitting room has an extending dining table that can sit up to 10 comfortably, plus sofa and TV. The double height glass extension has more comfortable seating and a wood-burning stove. Huge windows slide open to the sunny deck to the front and the private patio with outdoor furniture to the rear.

Upstairs there are three bedrooms with comfortable Hypnos beds, feather duvets and crisp cotton bedlinen. The luxurious bathrooms have quality fittings, underfloor heating and organic soaps.

The garden is fully enclosed and has outdoor seating, a charcoal barbecue and kids' play frame.

Property manager

Lucy Holt

Languages

English, French

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Paper towels
  • Electric kettle

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Shampoo

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Table tennis
  • Arcade/game room
  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • Video library
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Porch or lanai
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total (up to 55 lbs per pet)
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Local meal delivery service

Things to do

  • Tennis on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Boat on site

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

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Award-winning holiday accommodation on stunning Highland estate near Pitlochry

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (65)
Award-winning holiday accommodation on stunning Highland estate near Pitlochry

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 23

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 55 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the neighborhood

Map
Blairgowrie, SCT

What's nearby

  • Bells Blair Athol Distillery - 13 min drive
  • Pitlochry Festival Theatre - 14 min drive
  • Blair Castle - 25 min drive
  • The House of Bruar - 25 min drive
  • Glenshee Ski Centre - 36 min drive

Getting around

  • Pitlochry Station - 24 min drive
  • Dundee (DND) - 75 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kirkmichael Hotel - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Stalker's Lodge, award winning holiday house on stunning Highland estate pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 55 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at Stalker's Lodge, award winning holiday house on stunning Highland estate?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stalker's Lodge, award winning holiday house on stunning Highland estate?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Stalker's Lodge, award winning holiday house on stunning Highland estate located?

Set in Blairgowrie, this family-friendly vacation home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Edradour Distillery, Pitlochry Golf Club, and Rob Roy Way - North. Black Spout Waterfall and Pitlochry Festival Theatre are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Stalker's Lodge, award winning holiday house on stunning Highland estate Reviews

Reviews

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Reagan F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Highest recommendation, just perfect
We spent a week at Straloch in Stalker's Lodge with our three young children and I could not recommend it more highly for families or anyone! The website is beautiful but it does not “oversell” the Straloch Estate. From the Scottish postcard quality of the road on which it is located, to the walled garden and millennial garden, the Estate had even more beauty to it than I was expecting. Lucy and her family and team love the Estate and it shows - you will be staying at a much beloved and carefully tended family estate. The natural beauty is perfect and Straloch has ensured that you have every possible way to easily access it with your family. Children are provided with baskets for nature walks, a row boat and kayaks are provided to get out on the water, and we loved cooking marshmallows on the island! Lucy went out of her way to spend time with our family and to take our children on a “pond dipping” adventure to learn about little fish. They loved it and Lucy was sweet and knowledgeable, a consummate host. We thought the estate was perfectly located for day trips that provided a great “Scottish” experience as well. We especially loved Blair Castle and Scone Palace. I would not miss either!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

PAUL H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Highly recommended, will go back!
If you're looking for a secluded spot on the edge of the Cairngorms, we would highly recommend this property at Straloch. Be prepared for the 9-mile (20 min) drive from Pitlochry, along a good single-track road and sometimes with sheep to navigate around... but it's worth it for the getaway - the setting is perfect. Everything is catered for, there's plenty to explore on foot around the property (including a boat and kayak's for the lake - life vests provided too). The house itself is large, comfortable, and cozy. We're looking forward to heading back there asap.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ken J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful and relaxing
If you want a million dollar view of the Scottish Highlands, very quite, just a very soft bleating of sheep, the sounds of birds and nature, then this is for you. Far away from a noisy city. The house is on a very private road. Absolutely no traffic. I have stayed in private homes all over the world, including Switzerland, New Zealand, Australia, Canada, Hawaii and many others, and this is absolutely one of the top 3. Very highly recommend!!! 5 stars!! Would give 6 stars if I could.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

STEFANIE P., Florida

Liked: Cleanliness
Dream Stay
This property is nothing short of amazing! The location although a 20 min outside of town, is very remote. Being so remote gives you all the benefits nature has to offer...peacefulness, beauty, relaxation. You name it. All that while still being in a great spot for a drive to some wonderful site seeing. The property is out of this world. There is a cottage next door, even though it was empty during our stay if someone were staying next door I can see how you would still have all the privacy in the world. The home was a fantastic stay and would recommend to anyone.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

stacey H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Skiing trip
Fantastic house in great location set in stunning scenery. Host was easily contactable fur any questions. Defo recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jackie B., Azle Tx

Liked: Cleanliness
Magical Piece of Scotland
We felt so special staying in this house on a large estate. We took full advantage of the estate by walking around the small lake on a mostly mowed path. We met the owners (delightful) and the owner's mother(a gem of a lady) who both have beautiful homes on the estate. They were super welcoming people. We even got a look in their walled garden- nicely done! The house was super comfortable with great furniture and spectacular views. All three bedrooms are upstairs. One is an ensuite, the other two share a family bath with a shower and separate tub. There's a third bathroom downstairs. The kitchen was well equipped, which is great, as we prepared all our dinners there. (The nearest town is a bit of a drive down very winding roads so it was better to eat at the house) All high praises for this house. Glad my group of 6 women loved the house and the views. You knew you were in Scotland when you woke up.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Diane B.

Liked: Cleanliness
What a great find !
My friends and I had a fantastic long weekend in this fabulous house. It has views to impress and the house itself is so comfortable it made us want to stay longer. It is equipped with everything you need . I would high recommend a stay here.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gordon C.

Liked: Cleanliness
A 5* property and experience. Couldn't fault it in any way.
Stalker's Lodge is situated in a quite stunning location and the over riding feeling is one of space, both inside and outside the property. If you are looking to get away from it all whilst still being within a few miles of civilisation then this is the place for you. The property is fabulously well appointed and the was nothing you could possibly want for in the kitchen. Lucy the property manager was very attentive but never overbearing, whilst Penny the housekeeper was amazing - her ready meals were to die for and allowed us to fully 'kick back'. I have no doubt we will return for another stay at Stalker's Lodge.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nick B.

Liked: Cleanliness
February 22
Fantastic property in a beautiful location with great management - the owners even prepped us (candles, gas stoves etc that in the end we did not need) to manage the storms that were anticipated. We had some snow, but again, the owners quickly cleared it up and we could sled down the hill outside. The dog was in dog heaven with plenty of walks from the front door. A very enjoyable stay and highly recommended - thank you.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Claire S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely location
Lovely cottage with amazing views and lots of wildlife to see including red squirrels and deer. The family all enjoyed the games room, kayaking and walks around the estate. We also recommend the excellent home cooked food made by Penny, it was all delicious.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Tessa B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stunning property, great base for exploring
Spent the week at Stalkers Lodge, very relaxing. Lovely property, spotlessly clean, well equipped and beautifully presented. Gorgeous Eames chair to enjoy the view from, we were able to watch the birds from there too on the feeders and saw a red squirrel one morning. The Millennium wood was ideal for our dog Dara, it’s completely enclosed. Lovely hosts, we were made to feel very welcome and Lucy has thought of everything including dropping off an extra sledge when it snowed enough to make it worth finding a decent hill! Can’t recommend this special place highly enough.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Emma M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Straloch
Beautiful house in a stunning location.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Paul M., Southport

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
We have stayed as a family in several properties over the last few years and Stalkers Lodge is by far the best of them all. Location, facilities, cleanliness, indeed everything are all 10 out of 10. Lucy the property owner has thought of everything. I could not be more happy to highly recommend this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Denis T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great holiday house for our family
Stalkers Cottage is a beautiful house for a family holiday. It suits our group (2 families) really well. The young boys love Straloch and have had many adventures on the two holidays we have enjoyed. Playing tennis, adventures in the dens in the woods, cycling trips to the nearby village, kayak fun, fires on the island, swimming in the loch! and playing in the garden. We were lucky with our first holiday in terms of weather and our walking trip to the pool nearby was fantastic with everyone going for a dip to cool down. On our last holiday we had the most fantastic picnic set up by the river at the fishing hut, such a nice day. The house has everything you need for cooking great meals and the beds are really comfy. Lucy was a brilliant host both times and we will be better organised for next year to ensure we manage to book a summer slot!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ace C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing November Getaway
We stayed as 5 adults and 2 spaniels for 4 nights in November. Lucy organised an early check in for us, which meant we could get there in the daylight and do some exploring! Stalkers Lodge is modern, very clean, spacious and warm. The boot room was a bonus due to the amount of outdoors stuff we had, plus the 2 dogs! The kitchen had everything we required. Both sitting rooms had comfy sofas and of course the wood burner in one, with a very large basket of logs included in your stay. You could also buy a wheelbarrow full of logs from the estate for a small reasonable charge. The beds were large and comfy and the showers were fantastic. We didn’t have time to use the games room, but it looked like a great space for kids, with plenty to do. The garden is completely enclosed (with chicken wire on the fences if you have dogs prone to escaping!!). You can walk about the estate fairly freely, as long as none of the livestock are disturbed. There’s a short walk down and around the loch where dogs can be off the lead & another short walk up the way into the millennium wood. There’s also longer walks, including a ridge walk behind the lodge - there are directions for all of these within the lodge. Lucy also arranged a late check out for us, which meant we weren’t rushing about like mad on the day we left - and didn’t want to leave! One thing we didn’t know about was that the kayaks are not available after October 31st as they are put away for the winter (I couldn’t see this written anywhere on the website). We will all happily kayak in winter and this was a little disappointing as we didn’t find this out until after we received the check in instructions. A fantastic relaxing break away, and would thoroughly recommend a holiday at Straloch Estate.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lori S., Toronto

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful tranquil spot
This property has everything! Huge picture windows face on to lovely pastoral setting.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Alexis D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stunning property in a beautiful estate.
The overall standard of the accommodation and the Estate itself is superb with great walks on your doorstep, and in the immediate area also. The Millenium wood appeared as if it was purpose built for our dogs, and is perfect for a secure dog walk and there is a surprise round every corner but I won't give too much away so as not to spoil it. Lucy greeted us and went to the trouble of recommending walks in the area, and couldn't have been more helpful in settling us in for our stay. I have to say that we have stayed in some nice accommodation, and on estates before but Stalkers Lodge and Straloch Estate are in a class of their own. It was a real privilege to stay there. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

wendy c.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enchanting place - we will treasure forever
The lodge has all comforts and style of best designed home. The scenery is breath taking. The ability to walk out the door to a dozen hikes, the loch, and the river gives you freedom to do as much or as little whenever. The bikes and the boats are added treats. We saw stags, hare, pheasants, Red squirrels, and so many sheep. The walled garden takes you back to another time. Lucy’s kindness and attention made this magical place warm and welcoming. We only wish we had more time. The picture and descriptions can’t capture the grandeur.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Linda C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Heavenly Countryside
Loved our month in Stalker's Cottage. Exceptional scenery. We spent most evenings grazing on the deck enjoying the long valley view and the grazing sheep. Cottage was well outfitted with up-to-date furnishings, comfortable beds and great water pressure. And sooooo quiet. Our hosts were exceptional - great tips on places to dine and drive. If you're there on the second Sunday of the month, don't miss the Logierait Market. Fine restaurants in the Pitlochry area and the perfect place to daytrip the Central Highlands. Highly recommended.
Stayed 28 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Dawn K., Roswell GA

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing place to stay!
Everything was absolutely perfect and the property was like a 5 star hotel. Amazingly clean and so posh! We didnt want to leave:)
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

DOMINICK P.

Amazing property
Stayed for xmas this year, Stalkers lodge is an outstanding property, absolutely adored this place, amazing views from the lounge,many walks from the front door, unfortunately didn't do as many as we would have liked. Pitlochry not too far to drive to,the cairngorms are right on the doorstep. We will definitely be back at some point.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte E.

Peaceful and relaxing stay in a luxury Lodge
We had a fabulous time at Stalker's Lodge this weekend for my birthday. Lucy the owner was so helpful and accommodating, and she replied quickly to my messages on the App. The holiday houses (Stalker's Lodge and Keepers Cottage) are situated on a large estate about 9 miles from the centre of Pitlochry. The drive over the moor was brilliant with great scenery. What a retreat! The Lodge had everything we needed for a relaxing break, including: comfy beds; tasteful decor (we loved the blinds with the wildlife); spacious rooms; a storage area for walking boots and jackets; great bathrooms with two excellent showers; and a living room with board games and books for children and adults to enjoy. There is also a large dining table. The kitchen was very well equipped with loads of pots, pans, utensils, glasses, cutlery and even some herbs and tea. We especially enjoyed cooking on the induction hob on the kitchen island. Thank you for the welcoming gift of the gin tasters - such a nice surprise! The lounge with the stove was so warm and cosy and we loved watching the birds from the picture windows. It was especially great to walk around and explore the estate, including the Loch, walled garden, forest and hill with the unusual witches' stone. The suggested walks are a great idea. Being able to wander around the estate at our leisure was fab. The break was just what we needed, away from the hustle and bustle of Edinburgh. Thank you Lucy for our wonderful stay. We were sad to go home and would love to come back again in the summer time! If anyone is thinking of booking one of these lovely holiday houses, do it - we cannot recommend it highly enough! Charlotte, Lorraine and Bryon
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Diane L.

Perfect, stunning and extremely homely, fantastic location, we will be back
Stayed for 3 nights mid November, everything you could possibly want was catered for, even lots of LEGO for my 3 year old to keep her entertained! The views are breathtaking, peaceful, tranquil and relaxing! We enjoyed walking round the estate and exploring the secret garden! The house is impeccable and the decor is to a high standard! Wished we could have stayed longer! Lucy was fantastic, friendly and on hand to help with anything! We will definitely come back, thank you Lucy x
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B.

The house was top class it met and exceeded every expectation and was warm and welcoming
The house was so well equipped everything you could have needed was provided. It was spotlessly clean throughout and provided the home from home that is so important when you are spending a couple of precious days away with the family. The games room was a great distraction for the children and again well equipped
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Hannah S.

Beautiful house in an idyllic location - cannot wait to return
We have just returned from an absolutely fantastic few days here with our family of 5. The house is beautifully presented, very well equipped and has lovely views. The estate is lovely with lots of walks direct from the house - we didn't need to use our car at all for the few days we were there. Lucy was very helpful - excellent communication before and during our stay. The kids absolutely loved the loch and the "secret island" and have already requested that we go back asap. Between the walks, bike rides, swings, slide, table tennis, squirrel watching, board games and island, all with a lovely house return to at the end of the day - this really was the perfect few days away. We'll definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018