Higher Oakfield, Pitlochry, United Kingdom | (618) 248-8274
Lovely hilltop location affords scenic views over the town
and countryside
Convenient location within a five-minute walk of the town center
Elegant, traditional interiors include a cozy, sunlit lounge
with fireplaces
Pleasant rooms with contemporary decor
Some rooms have private balconies
Fine-dining restaurant serves classic Scottish fare
Breakfast and dinner included in room rate
Free Wi-Fi and parking
Children must be at least 10 years old (a con for some)
No in-room minibars or mini-fridges
The 12-room Knockendarroch House Hotel is an upper-middle-range
property set on a hilltop with lovely views over the small town of
Pitlochry and its countryside. The charming country house hotel has
elegant and cozy interiors that match its warm and friendly atmosphere -- the
sunlit lounge is full of comfortable couches and armchairs to settle into in
front of the fireplace, and has a large selection of books and magazines on hand.
Rooms are pleasantly furnished in contemporary decor,
and come with flat-screen TVs, tea- and coffee-making facilities, and free
Wi-Fi; some have balconies with beautiful views. The renowned hotel restaurant serves fine Scottish classics with a dinner menu that changes daily (both breakfast and dinner are included in the room
rate). The quiet atmosphere makes for a relaxing countryside break. Be aware that children must be at least 10 years old to stay here. For something of a similar nature that will accommodate young children, travelers might want to check out the Green Park Hotel or the Pine Trees Hotel.
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Charming country house hotel on a hilltop with scenic views over Pitlochry and its countryside
The charming Knockendarroch House Hotel resides in a
Victorian house on a hilltop with views over the quaint town of Pitlochry and
its surrounding countryside. Elegant, traditional interiors are full of such charming details as log-burning
fireplaces, windows with stained-glass detailing, and decorative ceiling
moldings. The lovely lounge is an inviting space that inspires lingering in front of a cozy fireplace with a
book or magazine from the hotel's ample collection. The
space is filled with natural light that streams in from several large windows. There's a lovely bay window seat, and lots of comfortable couches and
armchairs to hunker down into. Soft colors are paired with dark-brown hues and
wooden furniture, with splashes of tartan and damask patterns. The atmosphere
is friendly and tranquil, suitable for a relaxing countryside break.
Location
Hilltop location overlooking Pitlochry; a five-minute walk to town center
Situated on a quiet hilltop, the hotel has beautiful views
over the small Victorian town of Pitlochry and the surrounding Perthshire
countryside. The area is rich in scenic hills and woodlands, with lots of
hiking and walking trails nearby. The property is about a five-minute walk to the town center, where several restaurants, bars, and shops
line the main street, Atholl Road. The train and bus stations are within a 10-minute walk of the hotel. The Pitlochry Golf Course is a
five-minute drive away, and nearby sights worth visiting include Blair Castle
(a 15-minute drive) and the Blair Atholl Distillery (a 10-minute walk). Edinburgh
is an hour and a half away.
Rooms
Pleasant, contemporary rooms with lovely views; some have private balconies
Each room is individually designed, and the decor varies, but all are pleasant and contemporary, filled with
natural light that streams in through the large windows, along with views of the town and
countryside. Some have lovely damask-patterned accent walls in subtle
shimmering metallic hues that pair well with the tufted headboards; others feature
soft shades accented by tartan pillows and bedspreads, and one room has a romantic four-poster bed against a decadent-looking crimson-and-gold backdrop of
damask wallpaper. The rooms are fairly large, and each is equipped with a
work desk and sitting area. All rooms have flat-screen TVs, tea- and
coffee-making facilities with a selection of free teas, coffee, cookies, and
bottled water, as well as free Wi-Fi (though no minibars or mini-fridges); some rooms have balconies with great views. Bathrooms are a
bit small, with shower-tub combos, heated towel racks, and bath
products from the Scottish Fine Soaps Company.
Features
Breakfast and dinner included in the room rate and are served in fine-dining restaurant; free Wi-Fi and parking
The hotel’s award-winning restaurant serves classic Scottish fare with a dinner menu that changes daily (dinner is included in
the room rate) accompanied by an extensive wine list. Breakfast is also
included in the rate and features a range of standard buffet items like fresh
fruit, yogurt, granola, porridge, and pastries, plus a choice of a traditional Scottish breakfast, eggs Benedict, and smoked Haddock.
The hotel has free parking and Wi-Fi throughout. Families traveling with young children should
note that they must be at least 10 years old to stay here.
