Straloch Estate

Name: Straloch Estate
Address: Straloch, Enochdhu, Blairgowrie, PH107PH, GB
Telephone: +447941152049
Rating: 5

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A pair of pretty special holiday cottages on Perthshire Highland estate just 15 mins from Pitlochry. Discerning decor and stunning scenery.
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27/07/2024

Whoop whoop, Smudge turns one today. Time flies as it doesn’t seem that long since she joined our canine clan. True to terrier form, you take the rough with the smooth (and some), but we love her to bits.

With an exceptional turn of pace, we’re looking forward to seeing this pocket rocket racing at our local Strathardle Games in a few weeks. What could possibly go wrong?

18/07/2024

The Great Wall of China took over 2000 years to build, Stonehenge is thought to have taken over 1500, so what’s, ahem, a few years, between friends, for our Fishing Hut.

And how’s about our new wood-fired hut tub? What a looker, eh, and what a location, right by the babbling burn and totally at one with nature.

We’re finishing off the interiors and there’s some tidying up outside (check the new decking and paving) but definitely on the home run. Phew.

More off-grid updates to follow 🫧

14/07/2024

Driving over the Moulin Moor last night, after a rare evening excursion to Pitlochry, we were treated to this breathtaking fiery furnace. Loving the reflection on the car roof 🔥

Best of all it has heralded some much overdue sunshine for this super Sunday.

07/07/2024

Sunday drivers, eh

04/07/2024

Fittingly for July 4, we hosted a lovely team from Michigan for lunch today.

Given the extended family numbered a dozen, it was a pleasure using the Pavilion rather than the lunch hut. It’s such a light and bright space with stunning views over the loch and down the glen. Lunch followed by a tour of the walled garden and meeting the menagerie proved a big success.

Interesting fact we discovered: there’s a minimum age requirement for US presidency which, ahem, rather begs the question, why no maximum….? 🇺🇸

29/06/2024

On the basis the heatwave passed us by (funny, that), here’s a pic of the loch looking rather majestic from last week. Loving the sky ☁️

16/06/2024

It was a delight to welcome back the team with a group of US media for a Wild Picnic up at the lunch hut.

Much laughter and merriment plus we even sampled a wee dram of this incredibly special whisky, a Lagavulin 29 year old. Only 250 bottles produced and the funky packaging celebrates the brilliant displays of aurora borealis in the night sky of Islay. Darn tasty it was too.

10/06/2024

10.00pm Sunday evening. The sky ablaze with colour. What a fine way to see out the weekend 🧯

03/06/2024

The walled garden looking exceptionally welcoming and verdant on this sunny Monday. Mind you, that does appear to be our vitamin allocation the week.

Pimping the pagoda is our next project. Thinking a lick of paint (any thoughts on colours?) and a roof upgrade.

Amongst other things, it’s the perfect spot for walking down the aisle, alfresco style.

18/05/2024

Nothing like a spell of decent weather to prompt a cast or three on the loch. Fink is chief trout scout and the perfect boating companion.

The loch isn’t stocked but has a population of feisty brownies that head up the wee burns during spawning season. There’s some monsters lurking in there too.

12/05/2024

It wouldn’t be spring without the obligatory bluebell carpet pic. Can’t recommend the Fungarth path walk enough, looping above Dunkeld with stunning views over Loch of Lowes.

So precious are these gems, that it’s actually illegal to intentionally pick, uproot or destroy bluebells. Who knew? 💙

25/04/2024

Who knew but underneath that mountain of hair (aka “loo brush” ) it turns out there lurked a nine month old puppy.

We’re not one for unduly stripping terriers but Smudge really did resemble a mobile fur ball. Jean from Auchtermurchty worked her magic for the best part of two hours and we’re thrilled with the results.

Here she is sporting her spring coat and here endeth the abbreviated shaggy dog story.

22/04/2024

Drum roll for our latest venture, The Schoolhouse

In 2011, when the pupil roll at Straloch School was just two, the school was mothballed and subsequently closed.

Over the intervening years it’s been totally neglected and fallen into considerable disrepair.

When the property came up for commercial auction last summer, we were fortunate enough to purchase it and, just today, we’ve been granted permission by Perth and Kinross Council to convert it into a five-bed holiday home.

It’s an ambitious project requiring a chunky investment but we’re wholly committed to bringing this 1849 C-listed building back to its former glory. In so doing, we’ll be conserving the historical and architectural value, preventing further deterioration of the structure and fabric, whilst providing additional tourist accommodation and employment.

It’s especially poignant as Lucy and her siblings attended the school and have extremely fond memories of their time there.

All being well, The Schoolhouse will open for business by summer 2025. Wish us luck.

17/04/2024

Eye-catching cloud formations and whilst chilly, it’s feels like spring might finally be on the way. But we’ve been here before 🙄

13/04/2024

These little cuties are settling well into their new home in the walled garden. Too adorable.

05/04/2024

Never tire of this view from the lunch hut.

As the great bard once said: “I like this place and could willingly waste my time in it.”

01/04/2024

Rounding off the Easter bank holiday with an update on our ever so cute lambs.

Peggy, Paddy and Polly have just moved up from Penny’s - anyone would think there’s a theme here - to the walled garden where they’re loving the freedom to graze and gambol to their heart’s content.

Just a fortnight old, these Valais Blacknose cross lambs really are little winners and the latest four-legged attraction for visiting families.

31/03/2024

The River Brerachan looking rather fetching in the Easter evening sun. When it meets the Alt Fearnach, on Straloch, the water becomes the River Ardle which flows for ten miles or so before it joins the Ericht, in turn a tributary of the mighty River Tay.

The Brerechan Meadows are a Site of Special Interest (SSI) rich in plant species and bird life. However, the jury’s out about the burgeoning beaver population as they continue gnawing their way through any and every riverside tree they encounter. Ho hum.

24/03/2024

Can’t think why the antics of yesterday’s Wild Picnic team brings to mind the immortal Withnail quote “We want the finest wines known to humanity.”

It was a return visit for vino supremo the splendidly named ‘libation correspondent’ Previously she was a guest of but now part of a gorgeous thirsty team curated by the sparkling

Judging by the array of drained magnificent magnums, they must definitely came, saw and conquered. Salut 🍷

09/03/2024

Something pleasingly squiggly and wriggly going on here.

03/03/2024

We’re grinning from ear to ear as this week’s Wild Picnic, our first of the year, was memorably special.

After an hour’s yomp up the hill road, Ryan surprised with a marriage proposal. That’s right, with fizz chilling, a gourmet lunch laid out, and a ring at the ready, he only went and popped the question.

We’ve long thought our lunch hut is a romantic bolthole, and it’s hosted an elopement or two, but that’s our first engagement on site. Wishing this lovely young couple from Dundee all the very best for many years to come (whilst secretly hoping they’ll come back here for the actual wedding ceremony) 💕

19/02/2024

Fancy a spot of Highland escapism? Well, now’s the time as we’re running a fab March Madness promo. Book three nights at either cottage in March for the price of two.

That’s a whopping £250 saving at Stalker’s Lodge (sleeps six in contemporary elegance comfort) and £160 at Keeper’s Cottage (sleeps four, traditional with a twist).

Book direct at straloch.com where you’ll find heaps of pictures and info. Hope to see you soon.

13/02/2024

Just when you think it’s time for winter to move on, along comes a magical morning like this.

05/02/2024

Scotland’s natural beauty is the top driver for global tourists, according to new research

That’s music to our ears, given the stunning scenery here in Perthshire. This pic looks west towards Ben Vrackie and Pitlochry on a recent sunny afternoon.

In terms of international spend and visits, the USA is leading the charge (by a country mile). Thank you to all our friends across the pond, our country needs you, and we look forward to welcoming you back 🇺🇸

31/01/2024

Our Witch’s Stone looking resplendent against snow capped peaks.

An idiosyncratic Straloch feature, this glacial erratic comes complete with embedded Scots Pine and a heap of old wives’ tales, and is an easy stroll from the holiday cottages.

(Pic taken earlier in the month)

23/01/2024

Back by popular demand is pup Smudge (version 2024).

Rather hairier, less frantic, more prone to dog naps, and still insufferably cute.
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20/01/2024

I learnt a new word yesterday.

Apricity….meaning ‘the warmth of the sun in winter’.

If you live in a chilly part of the world, you come to understand the apricity of a day that provides a warming glow of brilliant sunshine despite being surrounded by ice and sunshine. Marvellous.

And here’s a pic of our local highway to go with it.

13/01/2024

Loving the decorative zebra stripes 🦓

24/12/2023

Smudge would like to say a few words:

“Wishing all our friends and followers, two legs or four legs, a magnificently Merry Christmas. I’m turning in early as apparently there’s a funny fellow shimmying down the chimney later. My strange human owners have left out a glass of whisky and a side-order of mince pies. All being well, i’ll have the last laugh 🐾”

16/12/2023

Misty mornings.

Address

Straloch, Enochdhu
Blairgowrie
PH107PH

Telephone

+447941152049

Website

http://www.straloch.com/

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The Straloch menagerie goes from strength to strength with the addition of these gorgeous Valais Blacknose cross lambs. We’ve no doubt that Paddy, Peggy and their sibling, who’s due any minute, will be a smash hit for visiting families (along with their proud mums). Real farmers will roll their eyes but, honestly, it’s little surprise that the Valais Blacknose breed has been dubbed as “cutest sheep in the world.” #lamb #valaisblacknosesheep #valaisblacknose #pets #wobblylegs #highlands #farm #perthshire #holidaycottage #animallovers #menagerie #petsheep

Calling all lovebirds. Not only is Straloch the perfect venue for a micro-wedding but there’s also a rather fine getaway car at your disposal 🏁 Our gorgeous, vintage MGB Roadster (British Racing Green, obvs) is a classic set of wheels that’ll make your wedding photos and videos even more memorable. If you know anyone celebrating in ‘24, then please do spread the word. More info at straloch.com (No cans were harmed in the making of this video) #emptycans #mgbroadster #mgb #classic #scottishwedding #microwedding #elopescotland #getawaycar #perthshire #highlands #visitscotland #scotlandsbeauty

If you’re planning a celebration (hmm, can’t use that word without thinking of chocolate and the fact they’ve just launched a Bounty only tub 🤷‍♂️) please bear us in mind. Indoors or outdoors, we’ve got it covered. #celebration #bountygate #microwedding #scotlandwedding #anniversary #smallvenue #perthshire #highlands #visitscotland #scotlandsbeauty

We’re upping our game with a few pro reels to show off Straloch as a potential wedding venue. Pretty cute, don’t you think? #scottishwedding #microwedding #visitscotland #wedding #perthshireweddings #perthshire #highlands #pitlochry #mgbroadster #classiccar #nicewheels #scotlandsbeauty

We’re chuffed to bits that our Landy and lunch hut features in this dreamy promotional video for Diageo Rare and Exceptional Our bothy in the hills played host to a wild picnic and whisky tasting for a select group of global media and Diageo execs before they headed off to a Deeside distillery tour and overnighter The Fife Arms A thoroughly lovely bunch of people and an exciting day for our humble lunch hut as we laid on some authentic Scottish hospitality. Slainte 🥃

Eloping to the lunch hut, first meal as newlyweds, happy days 🥰

What a fun night we had celebrating Her Majesty's 70 years on the throne. There was a terrific turn-out at our community Jubilee beacon and it was a joy to meet new faces from the glen. The rogue fireworks will last long in the memory.

After a couple of year's absence, the Atholl Highlanders Parade is back. And what a grand afternoon it was at Blair Castle. The sun shone and the pipes skirled. Europe's last private army act as the personal bodyguard to the Duke of Atholl, who is Chief of Clan Murray The private army status is a unique privilege granted to his family by Queen Victoria after visiting Blair Atholl in 1844. Whilst they don’t have any military role, they are armed with Lee Metford rifles. Though given the Duke resides in South Africa, the limited firepower has rather limited use.

Our weekend visitors certainly enjoyed their wild picnic at our lunch hut up in the hills. Penny's delectable picnic washed down with bucket loads of vin rose. Yum. We're now taking bookings so drop us a line if you have an appetite for adventure.

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Welcome Fudge, Toffee and Rita. After a long drive up in air-conditioned splendour from Sidmouth, Devon, they settled in instantaneously and are now merrily munching away. These three beauties will be lovingly looked after by Penny and her family at Straloch for many years to come. All thanks to the truly amazing charity The Donkey Sanctuary whose purpose is "Working towards a world where donkeys and mules live free from suffering, and their contribution to humanity is fully valued." Amen.