There are a range of key towns and villages in Perthshire to discover, from the bustling market-town of Blairgowrie to the picturesque Pitlochry, famed for its unique salmon ladder and Theatre, to the historical Cathedral town of Dunkeld and adjacent Birnam (home to Shakespeare's famous Wood).

With castles in Blair Athol to distilleries in Aberfeldy, Crieff and Pitlochry, plus lochs, glens, golf courses and fishing beats along the River Tay, there’s plenty of reasons to stay, relax and explore Perthshire.

Perth City

A heritage building with tall windows and turrets on the riverside, Perth

Blair Atholl

The white turrets and fortress walls of Blair Castle shimmer in the summer sunshine. The grounds are luscious green, the pathways dry and well kept and the Scottish flag, the saltire, fly's high in a wind from the main turret against a blue sky

Comrie

A view across the River Earn, in Comrie

Killiecrankie

Bridge by Pitlochry boating station

Pitlochry

View from the top of Pitlochry Hydro Electric dam with the River Tummel flowing through the houses and swing bridge in the hamlet of Port Na Craig and the Highland hills in the distance

Blairgowrie

The expansive River Ericht flowing through the centre of the market town of Blairgowrie

Crieff & Strathearn

Perthshire Landscapes by Kacper Cwik

Dunkeld

Big Tree country Kacper Cwik

Aberfeldy & Loch Tay

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Guest Reviews

This was our second visit to The Cow Shed and as soon as we arrived and looked out at the stunning views we felt relaxed. Steve and Kirsty are so welcoming and have thought of everything to make the place feel like home. It's spotless, cosy and in the best location. We visited Ben Nevis but chose to stay locally for the remainder of our stay, never wanting to go far because we couldn't wait to return to this beautiful holiday home and relax. We cannot wait to visit again


March 2026
Another most enjoyable stay at one of our favourite places to take a holiday. The Cow Shed was, once again, perfect for our needs. We love the quiet peaceful environment & the amazing views along the valley. A great base to explore Perthshire from. We enjoyed ascending Cairngorm on the mountain funicular railway (near Aviemore) for the spectacular views, followed by a journey on Strathspey Heritage railway from Aviemore to Broomhill.


April 2026
The house was lovely, we have stayed in the one next door before and they are both superb it is in a very very lovely location with a nice easy walk through the woodland at the back of the property to get to town.


June 2026