Glenmarkie Lodge
Driving
through the glen, the first sight of this historic hunting lodge
with its handsome turret, set against a backdrop of forest,
heather-covered foothills and mountains, is literally breathtaking.
Splendidly secluded with sweeping vistas and with the sound of
mountain water running through the burns, staying at Glenmarkie is a
very special experience. Turning into the courtyard, the silence of
the Scottish Highlands is all around as you are welcomed into the
galleried hall, with its large open fireplace and comfortable
antique furniture.
Crisp linen sheets dress the beds in each room, while just outside,
the glen stretches out to the Lochan where ospreys dive for trout
and guests can fly fish from the banks. Dinner is a candlelight
indulgence at a centuries old refectory table with vegetables from
the kitchen garden and home cooked fare, featuring local game, fish
and sumptuous puddings.
Tea and delicious home made fruit cake are served in front of the
fire or, on warm days, by the tennis court and croquet lawn. Picnics
by the burn mean lazy, tranquil afternoons; a game of snooker or a
workout in the gym may be your idea of relaxation; whilst swimming
in the indoor pool and then a sauna, is a luxurious start to the day
or a chance to wind down before dinner.
Wander through over 100 acres of mature woodland, covered in a
blanket of bluebells in spring, play tennis, fish for salmon and
trout or simply relax in the rotating summer house soaking up the
sun. The more energetic can climb up to Elibank Castle and enjoy
spectacular views across the valley.
Bernard and Patricia Dukes
Glenmarkie Lodge, Glen Isla,
Blairgowrie, Perthshire
PH11 8QB
Tel: 01575 582343 or 01575 582352 Fax: 01575 582343
enquiries@glenmarkielodge.co.uk
www.glenmarkielodge.co.uk
- 1 Single Room £45-£65 (en-suite)
- 2 Double Rooms £45-£65 (1 en-suite/1 private)
- 1 Twin Room £45-£65 (private)
- Single Supplement N/A
- Supper £18-£20
- Dinner £30-£35
- A Non Smoking House
- Bedroom on Ground floor
- Building of Historical Interest
- Children of all ages welcome
- Croquet
- Dogs are accepted by special arrangement
- Fishing
- Garden of ½ Acre (0.2 hectares) or more
- Swimming Pool
- Tennis
- Open all year
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