Perthshire

Perth and Kinross is a beautiful region of Scotland with a diverse landscape of mountains, lochs, rivers, woodlands, barren moors, fertile farmland and the river plains around Perth. Perth, known as the 'gateway to the Highlands', straddles the River Tay before it widens out into the Firth of Tay. It is an ancient town, having been inhabited by Romans, Picts and Celtic missionaries.

Perthshire Self Catering Cottages

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A Varied Landscape to Discover

The name Perth comes from the fact that the Romans christened their settlement here 'Bertha'. Through the middle ages and when it was the capital of Scotland it was known as St John's Toun of Perth and this association is retained in the name of the local football team, St Johnstone.

Northern Perthshire

Northern Perthshire has glorious scenery, a wide variety of landscapes and the famous tourist draws of Blairgowrie and Pitlochry.

Southern Perthshire

Southern Perthshire has an attractive, spacious landscape of gentle hills, rich farmland and the beautiful fresh water Loch Leven.

Northern Perthshire

Northern Perthshire has glorious scenery, a wide variety of landscapes and the famous tourist draws of Blairgowrie and Pitlochry.

Southern Perthshire

Southern Perthshire has an attractive, spacious landscape of gentle hills, rich farmland and the beautiful fresh water Loch Leven.

Perthshire is often referred to as 'The Big County' and aside from its own myriad charms its central position and excellent transport connections makes it an ideal base for exploring in all directions. Edinburgh, Glasgow, Stirling, Dundee and the Angus coast, the Cairngorms, Inverness, St Andrews and Fife in general are all perfectly feasible for enjoyable day trips.

Bridge over River Tay at Dunkeld

The wooded hills and valleys north of Perth provide a stunning setting for small towns and villages such as Crieff, Dunkeld and Aberfeldy. The area offers an abundance of leisure activities - salmon fishing, walking, climbing and watersports on the lochs, as well as lots of places of historical interest to explore.

The area north of Dunkeld is often referred to as 'Highland Perthshire' and it is easy to see why: heading north you see ahead of you how the hills begin to close in. Then it is goodbye to the rich, rolling countryside of the southern part of the county and hello to the mountains and moorlands, lochs and glens and the kind of scenery which most visitors would associate with the actual Highlands further north.

Quick Links to Perthshire Areas

Date	Product	Customer Comment
18-Jan-2026	Pitcorthie Cottage CH9 (overall)	We made a late booking of this cottage and received a quick response and email with arrivals instructions, despite the bank holidays. We were particularly impressed with the help we received from a lady I think was called Jenny, after locking ourselves out of the cottage. Thank you so much for contacting the owner for us and solving the problem, despite it probably being past the end of your working day!
17-Jan-2026	The Retreat	As usual very prompt in making the booking and efficient in processing the balance automatically. Good updates on reminders that balance would be taken and providing directions etc.
17-Jan-2026	Samphire Cottage HC8 (overall)	We booked last minute, on the day of arrival, and Unique Cottages were excellent. Despite having just reopened after being closed for 4 days over the New Year period, they liaised efficiently with the owners and quickly confirmed availability. Communication was clear and helpful, and the whole process was smooth.
15-Jan-2026	Achleek Cottage DB9 (overall)	The customer service team was excellent. I would recommend Unique Cottages to anyone who wants to have a great Holiday experience.
15-Jan-2026	Ghillie's Cabin HF3 (overall)	When we arrived there was a welcome basket of goodies!. The cabin was warm and clean.It was superb! Extremely comfortable with fantastic views across Loch Sunart! The owners clearly take a great pride in offering superb accommodation
15-Jan-2026	Castle Wynd Cottage HH6 (overall)	Super property, really well appointed. Would gladly go again.
15-Jan-2026	The Bothy ET6 (overall)	Lovely cosy cottage, with everything that you need supplied. Well situated and very well maintained. Would definitely recommend the cottage
15-Jan-2026	Gorteneorn Bothy FF1 (overall)	We have booked through Unique Cottages a couple of times. We made an enquiry ahead of booking the cottage and our enquiry was dealt with well. The communication - both personal and automated - is very clear and efficient. Would recommend and continue to use.
15-Jan-2026	Rhum Cottage AG7 (overall)	Comfortable, clean, very well equipped, warm. Beautiful position. Enclosed garden is ideal for the dog.
13-Jan-2026	Achleanan Farmhouse BH5 (overall)	"Booking fee" should be included in the headline price, imo.