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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Outdoor space
Explore the area
Auchterarder, SCT
Buchanty Spout
Place, Buchanty Spout
9 min drive
Innerpeffray Library
Place, Innerpeffray Library
12 min drive
Gleneagles Golf Course
Place, Gleneagles Golf Course
14 min drive
Edinburgh (EDI)
Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
64 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Single Beds
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only
En Suite Shower
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Award-Winning 5 Star Luxury Retreat - Hot Tub, Sauna, Tennis, Fishing, Sky, Golf
This beautiful, super-deluxe 5 star holiday Retreat has it all! Set in the most picturesque Woodland, the stunningly designed Georgian House enjoys a very private location with superb views over the Strathearn Valley. Only 10 minutes from Scotland's Best Restaurant, The Gleneagles Hotel, Spa, Golf Courses and the scenic Scottish Highlands - it's the perfect location for a holiday in Perthshire, Scotland!
Enjoy the picturesque setting, wonderful views and sunsets from the sheltered decking area. The perfect place for a BBQ and to take a relaxing soak in the traditional, Swedish-style Hot Tub, as the sun dips down over Ben Vorlich and the Crieff hills in the West.
New additions this year include a fabulous freestanding wooden Sauna and a freshly decorated, bright and airy Garden Room which provides an additional TV (smart/ HD) Room at the property as well as the perfect quiet place to come and relax, study or meditate.
Guests at the Woodland Retreat also enjoy the use of a lovely Tennis Court and Free Salmon Fishing on the River Earn - all on the doorstep!
'Wow!' is the first word that springs to mind when you step inside this amazing cottage. The beautiful interior has been renovated to the highest speculation and is full of style and character.
The cottage is a superb, Listed example of Georgian architecture. It has been lovingly restored to successfully marry the charm and character of a traditional stone house with the best progressive eco-build practices.
The entire interior has been newly renovated and modernised to incorporate a very large open-plan contemporary living space with solid oak floors and underfloor heating throughout. The ceilings are incredibly high and the unique central sandstone chimney is a striking feature which facilitates the definition of the three living areas in the heart of the cottage.
A stylish, fully equipped kitchen complete with all mod-cons (Nespresso Coffee machine) and a Caithness stone worktop leads to the bright, wooden panelled dining area. The large oak table seats 8 comfortably, and offers fantastic South views out into the garden and beyond.
A wonderful atmospheric and cosy Lounge is created around the wood-burner, where comfortable leather sofas are perfect for stretching out on in front of the fire.
Beautiful Georgian windows have shutters and window seats and are the perfect place to enjoy a book or get the binoculars out and study visiting wildlife.
There are two spacious, bright, South-facing Bedrooms:
The Double (en suite) Room is beautifully decorated with an extremely comfortable kingsize bed, made up with crisp Egyptian cotton linen.
Both Bedrooms have more than ample hanging and shelf space and come with hair-dryers, fluffy bathrobes and slippers.
The En Suite is very light and high-ceilinged with a large Shower and window.
The Twin Room is also high-ceilinged and extremely bright, with windows to both the South and West. There are two twin beds which can be made into a double if necessary.
The Family Bathroom is large and spacious with a generous doubled ended bath, separate walk in shower and is stocked with organic shampoo and soap. The lighting is high-tech; enjoy a romantic candle-lit bath bathed in stunning blue light!
Adjacent to the back door is a separate Outhouse/Utility Room, which is the perfect Washing and Drying Room. There is a large stainless steel sink, washing machine, an overhead pulley and underfloor heating. Spacious, airy and warm, it is the ideal place for pets to sleep when they are not in the garden. Please note that, due to our allergy free status, pets are not allowed in the house at any time.
For your Entertainment there is a 57' Smart/HD flat screen TV with free Sky Sports and Entertainment, a sub-woofer sound system and DVD player. There is a good selection of maps as well as interesting books on Scottish wildlife, history and culture.
Guests at the Woodland Retreat can also enjoy playing tennis on an astro grass tennis court. The court is a short distance from the cottage and has the same stunning views across the Strathearn Valley.
Visitors can enjoy many wonderful walks through private woodlands and along the River Earn, where they can see fish jumping, deer, pheasant, partridge and red squirrels crossing woodland trails and birds of prey soaring overhead.
The Woodland Retreat is also centrally positioned to visit top tourist attractions; The City of Perth, Glenturret whisky distillery, Drummond Castle Gardens and Crieff are only 15mins from the cottage. Scone Palace, Stirling Castle and the Wallace Monument are all easily accessible in under 30mins as is Loch Tay and the Scottish Highlands.
Edinburgh and Glasgow are both reached within an hour, making the Woodland Retreat the ideal base for a holiday in Scotland.
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Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is permitted in the garden only
Due to allergy free status no pets are permitted inside the house. Pets have an outhouse/drying-room when they are not in the large enclosed garden.
Prior to departure it would be much appreciated if all food and rubbish are removed from the house and deposited in the bins provided
If the hot tub has been used during your stay please drain prior to departure. Thank you.
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Property Registration Number PK12410P
Property # 1692595
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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
About the area
Auchterarder
Located in Auchterarder, this cottage is in a rural area and on a river. Perth Theatre and Perth Concert Hall are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Rollo Park and Gordon & Durward. Travelling with kids? Consider Harrisons Fine Wines and Drummond Gardens. Take in the nearby slopes with skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating and sledging.
Is Award-Winning 5 Star Luxury Retreat - Hot Tub, Sauna, Tennis, Fishing, Sky, Golf pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much does it cost to stay at Award-Winning 5 Star Luxury Retreat - Hot Tub, Sauna, Tennis, Fishing, Sky, Golf?
As of 15 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Award-Winning 5 Star Luxury Retreat - Hot Tub, Sauna, Tennis, Fishing, Sky, Golf on 26 Nov 2026 start from AU$475, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Award-Winning 5 Star Luxury Retreat - Hot Tub, Sauna, Tennis, Fishing, Sky, Golf?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Award-Winning 5 Star Luxury Retreat - Hot Tub, Sauna, Tennis, Fishing, Sky, Golf?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Award-Winning 5 Star Luxury Retreat - Hot Tub, Sauna, Tennis, Fishing, Sky, Golf?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Award-Winning 5 Star Luxury Retreat - Hot Tub, Sauna, Tennis, Fishing, Sky, Golf located?
Located on a river, this family-friendly cottage is within 6 mi (10 km) of Buchanty Spout, Innerpeffray Library, and St Serf's Church. Rollo Park and Gordon & Durward are also within 9 miles (15 km).
Reviews
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Exceptional
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Our flights were cancelled and we were delayed by 3 days, the owner kindly extended our trip by 2 days without further charge. The communication and kindness were outstanding. The property is beautifully kitted out, everything we needed and more. Would love to stay again.
My friend and I just returned home from our second trip to the Woodland Retreat and are going to book again for next year. It is in a beautiful location with incredible views. The cottage itself is cosy and extremely well equipped. It's also in a good spot for Crieff, Perth and Auchterarder/Gleneagles, so there's plenty to do in and around the location. We love the wildlife and this year didn't disappoint! From the cottage we saw, red deer, roe deer, red squirrels, jays, woodpeckers and the highlight was the two hares we saw on two different occasions, frolicking on the lawn. It's the closest we've ever come to a hare and they were huge and beautiful. We'd both highly recommend this cottage!
This property is appropriately named the ‘Woodland Retreat’ as it is the perfect location to switch-off. We are returning guests and plan to stay again next year which says it all. In addition to the fantastic property, there is much to explore for all ages in the area.
A wonderful home from home with all that you could need for a relaxing break. We stayed for my son’s 21st and we enjoyed cooking a lovely meal, using the hot tub and exploring the area. We also liked having the friendly horses in the paddock. It was great for our dogs as well and they stayed in the out house. We visited the Glenturret distillery, House of Bruar and ate at the Smiddy Haugh and Gleneagles which are all to be recommended. Thanks to Jamie and Johnny for making our stay so memorable. :)
Woodland Retreat was a lovely place to stay, with everything you could need being provided. The kitchen was exceptionally well stocked, the beds were really comfy and the views are stunning. We would highly recommend this property.
Lisa was a wonderful host and her cottage was absolutely perfect for a relaxing getaway. truly one of the most homey rentals i have ever stayed at and will certainly return for another visit.
Connor K.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Jan 2023
Thank you so much for your kind review - I was very pleased to hear how much you enjoyed your stay🤗
We have been to this property on several occasions, and to the sister property on several occasions also and it always hits the spot. These cottages are the PERTHfect places for R&R and are immaculately clean, designed and extremely well equipped. Whether you like walking, fishing, hot-tubbing or just looking into the crystal clear night skies these cottages have it all. Thank you for yet another fabulous stay - The Roberts Family.
We found the whole experience excellent. Lisa was a great host very helpful when we had car trouble on our day of departure.
The cottage is very well equipped with everything you need.
Judith D.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Nov 2022
I was so pleased that you enjoyed your stay at The Woodland Retreat and got home safely 😅
Thank you for the lovely review, it was kind of you to take the time to post one for your stay at The Woodland Retreat.
A fantastically appointed property in a beautifully quiet setting - every little detail has been considered and the hosts are super helpful. Great location for exploring both the local countryside, lochs etc and further afield with excellent train links from Gleneagles to Stirling, Edinburgh & Glasgow.
Philippa L.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Aug 2023
Thank you so much for this lovely review - I was so pleased to hear about how much you liked your stay at The Woodland Retreat 🤗
This was such a special place. The hosts were so thoughtful and kind. We enjoyed this large beautiful space and treasured our hot tub moments listening to the wildlife at night. The location was perfect for our explorations across the middle if Scotland.
“The house was so beautiful! Superbly and very high-quality with all the comforts! The surroundings are stunning! It was a perfect holiday!!! Would love to come back anytime! Thank you very much!”
This property is the best we’ve stayed in, and we’ve stayed in a lot! The finishes and furnishings were all very high end and Lisa had thought of everything making this a real treat-laden holiday. Beautiful tranquil surroundings plus good wifi meant the whole family were happy. We very much hope to return.
Ruth L.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Aug 2021
That’s so kind of you to say how much you have enjoyed The Woodland Retreat😊so pleased that you had a lovely family holiday and will look forward to welcoming you back again!
A beautifully appointed, spacious & spotlessly clean cottage in a lovely location. The hosts have thoughtfully considered and exceeded every requirement and expectation of their guests. From the hot tub warmed for our arrival, to the inclusion of homegrown produce, our stay was perfect. We enjoyed every aspect of our visit and hope to return.
Sharron H.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Nov 2022
Thank you so much for this very kind review. I am so pleased that you had a great time with your friends and enjoyed the Woodland Retreat and it’s special location😊
Brilliant from start to finish. Great communication, amazing location and would definitely return. Thank you Lisa xx
Claire L.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Nov 2022
Thank you so much for this lovely review - I was so pleased that you enjoyed your first stay at the Retreat and hope to welcome you back in the future 😊
Property was perfect, everything had been thought of for a relaxing holiday. Our children loved the hot tub and grounds were beautiful. We visited many places from the house including Perth, Glasgow, St. Andrews, Scone Palace, the Kelpies, Gleneagles and a Coldplay concert!!. Would highly recommend and hosts Lisa and Jamie ensured the property and holiday exceeded all expectations thank you.
Catherine W.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Sept 2022
Thank you very much for this fabulous review - we are so pleased that you enjoyed your stay and managed to see and do so much while you were there 🤗
Archival
10/10 Excellent
andrew b.
15 Apr 2015
Luxury and More......
Two discerning, much travelled fussies totally blown away by the location, the standards and the service. Back soon
andrew b.
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar 2020
Thank you for your kind review; we were very pleased to hear that you had a wonderful stay at the Woodland Retreat and have booked to come back very soon.
The house is beautiful decorated, very well eqquiped and a wonderful place to stay whatever the season. We had a very warm welcome and felt at home right away. What a super start of our holiday in Scotland! A highly recommended house.
Frederike d.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar 2020
Thank you for the great review. We are so happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay at The Woodland Retreat and your holiday in Scotland so much 😊
This is a fantastic property in a excellent location
We have just had a wonderful week in this idyllic cottage. The facilities are excellent including a hot tub and bikes. The range of wildlife was an added bonus as was the weather. Jamie & Lisa were excellent hosts with lots of knowledge of the local area which was helpful, The accommodation is the best we have ever had and we look forward to returning in the future.
Thank you Jamie & Lisa
Paddy Denise & Cherry.
Paddy G.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 26 July 2020
It's lovely to hear about how much you enjoyed your stay at The Woodland Retreat and were able to see lots of our wildlife. Good weather is always the cherry on the cake! You were top guests and we will really look forward to welcoming you back!
About the host
Hosted by Lisa Roberts
Lisa Roberts owns and manages the Woodland Retreat. Lisa lives on the Estate with her four children and husband, Jamie, who farms the surrounding agricultural land and manages the Fishing and Woodlands. The Woodland Retreat is their second holiday property on the Estate, both properties are 5 star, award-winning and top-rated in the area. They run a number of other successful long term let properties and wanted to give visitors from both the UK and overseas the opportunity to sample Scotland's wonderful rural life - somewhere they could come to relax, unwind and enjoy their beautiful surroundings. Lisa used to run a tourism business out of the five star Gleneagles Hotel so is very familiar with the local area; the Retreats have a wealth of information for visitors to help plan their excursions as well as recommendations for dining in the area. Both Jamie and Lisa are sociable and well travelled and enjoy meeting the many visitors who come from all over the world to visit this special Retreat in a beautiful area of Perthshire.
Why they chose this property
The Woodland Retreat is the quintessential 'Hansel and Gretel' cottage in the most perfect location for a holiday in Scotland - a very romantic, private haven of peace and tranquillity with stunning views and yet only 10 mins from local shops/restaurants and amenities as well as the Gleneagles Resort Hotel.
Golf is always nearby, from the world-famous Gleneagles courses (10 mins) to the local courses in Auchterarder and Crieff.
The Scenic Highlands are on the doorstep and the cultural centres of Edinburgh and Glasgow are within an hour.
What makes this property unique
The Woodland Retreat is a fine example of listed Georgian architecture, guests have the unique opportunity to holiday in a beautiful historic house (with a 'wow' interior!) . The location is equally superb: without stepping in a car, visitors can enjoy many walks through the woodlands and along the River Earn, where they can see fish jumping, deer, pheasant, partridge and red squirrels crossing woodland trails and birds of prey soaring overhead.
Beautiful walks, a tennis court and free fishing on the River Earn are all on the doorstep.
The Retreat is also incredibly romantic. Couples come back time and time again to enjoy quality time together, having the UK's best restaurant 10 mins away is also a bonus!
Languages:
English, French, Italian
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