Guests say
Arden House in Crieff receives high praise for its welcoming host, spacious and well-equipped accommodation, and excellent location close to local shops and scenic walks. Guests particularly appreciated the warm hospitality and thoughtful touches, such as a welcome pack, and found the property ideal for family gatherings and attending local events. While most found the cottage clean and comfortable, a few noted minor maintenance issues and occasional noise from traffic. Overall, the property offers a cosy and convenient base for exploring the area, with the positives far outweighing any negatives.
Most guests found the property very clean and well-presented, though one review mentioned a delay in cleaning and another suggested the house could benefit from some updating. Overall, cleanliness was consistently praised.
The location was frequently highlighted as excellent, with easy access to village amenities, shops, and beautiful walks. Proximity to wedding venues and local attractions was a major plus.
Guests generally found the cottage comfortable, with cosy bedrooms and good heating. A few mentioned issues with cold temperatures and noise from traffic, but most described the property as warm and homely.
Facilities were well-received, with mentions of a well-equipped kitchen, Sky TV, dishwasher, and games. Some guests noted the need for kitchen updates and a better shower, but overall, amenities met expectations.
Many guests appreciated the welcome pack, often featuring breakfast items from the host's butcher shop. While these thoughtful gifts were frequently mentioned, please note that such extras are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
A perfect base for a relaxing escape surrounded by magnificent scenery and fine places to eat out, or as an adventure-packed family holiday home..
Ground Floor:
Living room: Freeview Smart TV, Electric Woodburner
Dining room.
Kitchen: (1 Step), Electric Oven, Gas Hob, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bedroom 3: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Shower Room: Walk-In Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet.
Gas central heating, gas, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot and highchair. Welcome pack.. Small courtyard garden with garden furniture and BBQ. On road parking, 100 yards. No smoking.. Located in the picturesque conservation village of Comrie, on the River Earn and in the heart of rural Perthshire, Arden House is perfect for couples and families as holiday base. Dating back to the 1820s, this semi-detached property was home to the Co-operative manager during the 1900s. It was then purchased by the current owners in the 1970s, and recently refurbished in 2021. The house maintains many of the original features and character and is a comfortable and welcoming holiday home at any time of the year. The ground floor is taken up with a spacious living room, the real hub of the house, which has cosy seating. A dining room leads off there, and there is also a modern fitted kitchen. The back door leads to a small courtyard with seating and a barbeque for al fresco eating. The first floor has three well-presented, spacious bedrooms: one kingsize, one double and one twin. The family shower room offers a large walk-in shower.
Step outside and the local pub, cafés and restaurants are a few minutes’ walk away. If you’re planning to cook, the village is known for its quality local butcher, greengrocer, baker and deli, and there is also a small supermarket. The whole area is perfect for the outdoor enthusiast and boasts many walks right from the front door, as well as cycle routes on quiet track to explore. Nearby Lochearn offers water sports. If you like a round of golf on holiday there is a local 9-hole course and many others in the area, including the championship courses at Gleneagles.
A little further afield Auchingarrich Wildlife Centre appeals to all ages, and is home to great fly-fishing ponds. The tourist town of Crieff is only a 7-mile drive, with a famous whisky distillery, visitor’s centre and historic buildings. Drummond Castle makes for a superb day out, dating back to the 17th century and sitting amidst stunning gardens which were used in the filming of the epic TV series ‘Outlander’. Stirling and Perth are only 25 miles away. Whether you’re looking for a relaxing escape to unwind with gentle riverside walks surrounded by magnificent scenery and fine places to eat out, or an adventure packed family Arden House is the perfect base.
Please note: There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
Free WiFi
There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
Steep stairs to the first floor.
Suitable for up to 1 pet
Reviews (19)
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Elinor
We had a lovely stay at Arden House. Comrie is a beautiful village. We attended a wedding at Comrie Croft which was only a 3 minute drive away (or a 2.2 mile walk). The house is well equipped. We really enjoyed/appreciated the Sky TV, dishwasher, an amazing breakfast hamper and comfy beds. Lots of lovely shops on your doorstep. Wish we had stayed longer.
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Gemma
Arden House had everything we needed for a comfortable and enjoyable stay. It was the perfect base for exploring Scotland on our first visit and it really felt like a home from home. We received a lovely warm welcome from our host on arrival, we thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would happily recommend Arden House to anyone visiting the area.
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Laura Yates
Lovely cottage, very good location as a base for travelling around Scotland