Pros

  • Situated on a 120-acre estate that includes riding stables and a nine-hole golf course
  • Upscale self-catering cottages, apartments, and villas
  • Some units have hot tubs or Finnish saunas, or both
  • Some feature game rooms with a variety of entertainment
  • Cozy restaurant and bar serves a variety of food and snacks
  • Gift shop and deli sells lots of local products
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi throughout
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Cons

  • Most units require minimum three-night stays
  • No fitness center or pool
  • Secluded location (a pro for some)
  • Spotty Wi-Fi service
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Bottom Line

The Mains of Taymouth Country Estate and Golf Course is a four-pearl resort composed of 43 self-catering cottages, apartments, and villas. Situated on the banks of the River Tay, the 120-acre estate is surrounded by scenic hills and woodlands, and makes for a tranquil countryside retreat in a fairly secluded location (the village of Kenmore is close by, but bigger cities require a drive). The upscale units vary in size from one-bedroom Cottages to a six-bedroom Farmhouse. All have tastefully muted contemporary decor, and come equipped with flat-screen TVs and full kitchens. Many have hot tubs and private gardens, and some even have Finnish saunas and game rooms. The property is also home to riding stables, a nine-hole golf course, a gift shop and deli stocked with local products, and a cozy restaurant and bar. Travelers might also want to consider the neighboring Kenmore Club, which is not as stylish or upscale but has an indoor pool and fitness center, and lower rates. 

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Mains of Taymouth Cottages

Scene

Sprawling country estate with a collection of self-catering cottages and apartments

The Mains of Taymouth Country Estate is a collection of upscale self-catering cottages, houses, villas, and apartments surrounded by beautiful Perthshire countryside. Situated on the banks of the River Tay, the family-run property encompasses 120 acres and was originally the home farm of Taymouth Castle. Though close to the tiny town of Kenmore, the area is fairly remote and attracts travelers seeking a countryside retreat. As such, the property provides a tranquil dose of nature coupled with modern conveniences, such as an on-site bar and restaurant. This cozy, chalet-style space with a sloped ceiling and wooden floors has a casual and relaxed atmosphere, complete with a pool table. An open fireplace takes center stage, flanked by dark leather couches and a smattering of wooden tables and chairs, bar seating, and cozy armchairs. Since the property has few common spaces, the central restaurant and bar is a main hub for guests to congregate and socialize.

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Location

Secluded location on the banks of the River Tay near the small town of Kenmore

Situated on a 120-acre estate on the River Tay, the property is surrounded by picturesque hills and woodlands, with the sprawling Tay Forest Park bordering it. The area is fairly secluded, with not much besides a handful of small shops and a post office in the village of Kenmore, which sits on the opposite bank of the river. The nearest supermarket is in the town of Aberfeldy, a 15-minute drive away. The Scottish Crannog Center, an ancient loch dwelling and one of Scotland’s top heritage sights, is a popular attraction in the area, and is within a five-minute drive of the property. 

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Rooms

Self-catering cottages, villas, and apartments with contemporary decor and luxe details like hot tubs and saunas

There are a variety of self-catering lodgings available on the estate, including cottages, apartments, large family houses, and villas, which vary in size from a one-bedroom Cottage to the six-bedroom Farmhouse. Fresh, contemporary decor is met with modern conveniences like flat-screen TVs with DVD players, fully equipped kitchens, and free Wi-Fi (though service is reportedly spotty). Larger units have washer/dryers. All bedding and towels are supplied. Beige-tiled bathrooms have showers and tubs (some combo) and basic toiletries. Most units feature cozy details like wood-burning fireplaces, and some have Finnish saunas, hot tubs, and game rooms with pool tables and Playstations, and private gardens. Take note that many units require a minimum stay of three nights.

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Features

Restaurant and bar, golf course, riding stables, gift shop and deli with local products, and free Wi-Fi

The Mains of Taymouth Courtyard Bar and Restaurant is cozy and relaxed, serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner, as well as snacks; comfortable couches surround an open fireplace, and there's an alfresco area with picnic tables on the patio. There’s also a shop and delicatessen on the premises with a varied selection of foods (with lots of locally made products) as well as gifts.

The estate is also home to a nine-hole golf course as well as riding stables with a trekking and learning center. Guests get a discount at the golf course, and winter golf is free. Wi-Fi is free throughout, though guests have complained about spotty service in the rooms (the signal is stronger in the restaurant).

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Things You Should Know About Mains of Taymouth Cottages

Also Known As

  • Mains of Taymouth Cottages

Address

Taymouth Taymouth Mains of Taymouth Country Estate & Golf Course, Kenmore PH15 2HN, United Kingdom

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Oyster Hotel Review

Mains of Taymouth Cottages

Scene

Sprawling country estate with a collection of self-catering cottages and apartments

The Mains of Taymouth Country Estate is a collection of upscale self-catering cottages, houses, villas, and apartments surrounded by beautiful Perthshire countryside. Situated on the banks of the River Tay, the family-run property encompasses 120 acres and was originally the home farm of Taymouth Castle. Though close to the tiny town of Kenmore, the area is fairly remote and attracts travelers seeking a countryside retreat. As such, the property provides a tranquil dose of nature coupled with modern conveniences, such as an on-site bar and restaurant. This cozy, chalet-style space with a sloped ceiling and wooden floors has a casual and relaxed atmosphere, complete with a pool table. An open fireplace takes center stage, flanked by dark leather couches and a smattering of wooden tables and chairs, bar seating, and cozy armchairs. Since the property has few common spaces, the central restaurant and bar is a main hub for guests to congregate and socialize.

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Location

Secluded location on the banks of the River Tay near the small town of Kenmore

Situated on a 120-acre estate on the River Tay, the property is surrounded by picturesque hills and woodlands, with the sprawling Tay Forest Park bordering it. The area is fairly secluded, with not much besides a handful of small shops and a post office in the village of Kenmore, which sits on the opposite bank of the river. The nearest supermarket is in the town of Aberfeldy, a 15-minute drive away. The Scottish Crannog Center, an ancient loch dwelling and one of Scotland’s top heritage sights, is a popular attraction in the area, and is within a five-minute drive of the property. 

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Rooms

Self-catering cottages, villas, and apartments with contemporary decor and luxe details like hot tubs and saunas

There are a variety of self-catering lodgings available on the estate, including cottages, apartments, large family houses, and villas, which vary in size from a one-bedroom Cottage to the six-bedroom Farmhouse. Fresh, contemporary decor is met with modern conveniences like flat-screen TVs with DVD players, fully equipped kitchens, and free Wi-Fi (though service is reportedly spotty). Larger units have washer/dryers. All bedding and towels are supplied. Beige-tiled bathrooms have showers and tubs (some combo) and basic toiletries. Most units feature cozy details like wood-burning fireplaces, and some have Finnish saunas, hot tubs, and game rooms with pool tables and Playstations, and private gardens. Take note that many units require a minimum stay of three nights.

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Features

Restaurant and bar, golf course, riding stables, gift shop and deli with local products, and free Wi-Fi

The Mains of Taymouth Courtyard Bar and Restaurant is cozy and relaxed, serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner, as well as snacks; comfortable couches surround an open fireplace, and there's an alfresco area with picnic tables on the patio. There’s also a shop and delicatessen on the premises with a varied selection of foods (with lots of locally made products) as well as gifts.

The estate is also home to a nine-hole golf course as well as riding stables with a trekking and learning center. Guests get a discount at the golf course, and winter golf is free. Wi-Fi is free throughout, though guests have complained about spotty service in the rooms (the signal is stronger in the restaurant).

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Amenities

  • Airport Transportation

  • Cable

  • Full Kitchen

  • Golf Course

  • Internet

  • Jacuzzi

  • Kids Allowed

  • Meeting / Conference Rooms

  • Pets Allowed

  • Separate Bedroom / Living Room Space

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