One of the most exciting factors about the United Kingdom is undoubtedly its rich history layered with royalty, which still fascinates many tourists. Auchterarder, a small town in Perth and Kinross, is a place that allows visitors to explore many castles and palaces. Its own Auchterarder Castle, now standing in ruins, was used as a hunting lodge by Malcolm III in the 1000s. Only a minuscule part of it remains to this day. Auchterarder is known as Lang Taun or Long Town, as it’s stretched out along a single main road. The places of note here are Blackford village, which has a famous distillery, and Gleaneagles Hotel, which boasts three championship golf courses, a spa and the only 2-Michelin-starred restaurant in Scotland. For a place to call home while in town, read on for the best Airbnb vacation rentals in Auchterarder, UK.
1. Rossie Cottage (from USD 458)
Couples or small families and groups will find Rossie Cottage a delightful place. The area around this detached cottage is surrounded by greenery and excellent views.
The kitchen is fully equipped, including a dishwasher. The living room has a roomy sectional and a large, wall-mounted Smart TV, perfect for movie marathons with the group. There’s also an enclosed lawn with furniture and barbecue facilities for a good time outdoors.
There’s also plenty to do around the area, including riverside walks, cycling, mountain biking and fishing.
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kim was very personable and helpful about questions we had re dog walksRead more reviewsLocation:
easy access to restaurants and shops with lots of nice walks on the doorstep
2. Thistle Lodge (from USD 138)
Set in a semi-rural estate on the edge of the town, Thistle Lodge is surrounded by 100 acres (40.5 hectares) of woodland, with a river running through it. This means you get private access to fishing within the property. This centrally heated, pet-friendly cabin can easily hold up to six guests. Three cars may park on the driveway.
This lodge has an indoor fireplace to keep guests toasty and hot water for comfortable showers. To fully enjoy the views, you can lay back on the loungers on the fenced patio. Nearby local adventures include hill walking, cycling and country walking.
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lodge was just as described in the information page and cleanliness was excellentamazing location and amazing place extremely clean and very friendly neighbourhoodRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is beautiful and everyone we met in the park was very friendlyquiet and spacious lodge with easy and quick transport into auchterarder town with great restaurants and pubs
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3. The Stag (from USD 145)
This Scottish-themed apartment in Auchterarder sits within walking distance of the town centre. It has two bedrooms and two baths, an ideal rental for four guests. There’s a fully equipped kitchen to prepare your meals and caffeine fixes with ease, plus a dining table for six. The TV has Netflix, and there’s Wi-Fi access throughout the space.
This rental unit is on the second floor, overlooks the Craig Rossie and can be reached only via stairs. You can explore major areas in Scotland from here, with Perth and Stirling being the nearby cities.
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an idyllic spacious apartment with a stunning viewapartment is a lovely new property with everything you need for visiting the auchterarder gleneagles areaCleanliness:
spotlessly clean and warm flatthe flat is really new and cleangood value very clean and well furnishedlovely stay at a great place was very clean and would happily stay againcheck in very easy and great to find a very nice apartment spotlessly cleanHost:
craig and dani were amazing hosts and would highly recommend staying herelovely hosts and a great place to stayhelpful and friendly hosts with clear instructions for access and support thereafterlovely clean accommodation hosts were lovely and quick at respondingRead more reviewsLocation:
good location 5 minute walk into middle of townin good location with parkingthis was a great location and accommodationsmart property and in an ideal location in town - would definitely stay there againamazing little place in the heart of perthshire
4. Garron House (from USD 163)
Located on the Main Street of Auchterarder, Garron House is an ideal home base to explore the hills and scenery of the valley. Upon arrival, you’ll receive a welcome tray with all the essentials to get you started on your trip. A full kitchen will allow you to prepare homecooked meals for the group. For those who can’t leave work at home, there’s a separate work room to finish your tasks. An indoor fireplace will keep you warm as you lounge in the living room. There’s a travel cot, books and a high chair for young guests.
You will have access to a private garden at the rear of the property, along with a summer house and a barbecue area, too!
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well furnished and all amenities required for a very pleasant and comfortable staycomfortable beds with quality beddingCleanliness:
great accommodation very clean and comfortable in a beautiful part of scotlandthis is a super house really comfortable and cleanlovely clean well equipped house in a great locationwe were delighted with the well equipped and clean houseHost:
lovely home and friendly host tooally is a great host very responsive and friendlythe hosts are great very friendly and helpfulally was welcoming and helpful during our stayally met us there and was a lovely and friendly hostRead more reviewsLocation:
perfect location to explore perthshiregreat house in a great locationlovely house in a great locationperfect location with easy travel distances to glasgow and gleneaglesperth 25 minutes- nearest superstore style supermarket) making it a great central location
5. The Bothy (from USD 98)
Like the town of Auchterarder, this cosy, secluded dog-friendly cottage has a rich history. It was built in 1850 and served as a stable before the property was converted into a home in 1925. You’ll be greeted at the door with sanded floors, a well-equipped, open-plan kitchen, and cozy seating to put your feet up when tired. The kitchen is fully equipped, and there’s a dishwasher, too.
Outside, there are two private terraces and a garden area with seats, a parasol, and a dining table. You can stroll out to the local shops and pubs from the property.
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the best stay ever very comfortable and cosy cottagegreat space with modern cozy decora very comfortable and cosy little cottage in a great situationCleanliness:
lovely clean warmvery clean and all the basics availablethe place is clean and simple but offers all the comfort neededlovely little place very clean and comfortablelovely little cottage had a very pleasant stay clean quiet and very comfortableHost:
the host was very responsiveanneke is a great host friendly kind and very responsivewell organised and really lovely and responsive hostsanneke was very helpful and quick to respond to any questionshost was great with getting checked in and gave all the information that would be neededRead more reviewsLocation:
an excellent location for exploring the surrounding areathe place was perfect fab locationthe village location is great we could walk to lots of shops restaurants and countryside walksawesome location and very cleana very enjoyable stay in a lovely place with all you could need close by
6. Robin’s Rest (from USD 124)
Sitting in a central location in Perthshire, Robin’s Rest is close to Main Street with all its restaurants and shops. This one-bedroom flat has space for four people. There’s an open-plan living area featuring a neat kitchen and a unique dining table. The plush couch invites you to lie down and read, while the large TV will keep you entertained indoors.
For your convenience, there’s free Wi-Fi throughout the property, laundry facilities, and free parking on the premises. You can get around and explore the area through the local bus service. The bus stop is minutes from the property.
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we had a very comfortable stayHost:
pleasant helpful and welcoming hostsclair and robin were lovely hosts - friendly helpful and very easy to communicate withRead more reviewsLocation:
wonderful location in auchterarder 30 secs from the centre of the townclean and tidy great location will return
7. Charming Arts & Crafts holiday home (from USD 629)
Check out this gorgeous holiday home set in the heart of Perthshire within walking distance from Main Street. This four-bedroom architectural gem was built in 1902, with tasteful interiors designed for comfort and relaxation. The property has an equally impressive outdoor space that is expansive and adequately furnished. There’s also has an orangery on the premises.
A dedicated workspace is available for workationers, and many areas to explore for those on a leisure trip. You would love to cook meals in the pretty kitchen. The luxurious dining space will do justice to your cooking. The bedrooms have a more streamlined and modern look, with plush beds to ensure a restful sleep.
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we also loved the formal living room and the tv room which provided very different atmospheres both luxuriousHost:
she was rapidly responsive when we had questions and very helpfulalex was a very welcoming and communicative host who provided us with everything we neededRead more reviewsLocation:
fab garden great location in easy walking distance into auchterarderamazing house great location very spacious and layout is very workable
8. Arranmore House (from USD 254)
This townhouse can accommodate a mid-sized group with its three bedrooms. A fold-down bed can be provided if required, and a high chair and a travel cot are available for children. Indoor entertainment includes a TV and fast Wi-Fi. Preparing meals will be a breeze in the large, modern kitchen.
All essential toiletries, hangers, and an iron are provided. There’s a private garden area to unwind with your coffee and enjoy alfresco dining. You’ll find a kids’ park nearby to entertain the young ones.
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beautiful very spacious place to stay with a bathroom downstairs bath and en-suite upstairsCleanliness:
so clean and fresh felt like a hotelthe house is lovely and was very cleanhouse was spotless and had everything you could need and leila was very accommodating and helpfullovely house which was perfectly clean and in a great locationvery nice house comfortable clean and well equiped with everything you need; also lovely garden areaHost:
super host with speedy responsesleila was a very attentive host and the house was lovelya great host prompt communication and happy to helpRead more reviewsLocation:
super house in a great location within walking distance of town restaurants takeawaysvery convenient location and easy to findit was a great location for the town centre and for us attending a wedding close bygreat place location and hostconvenient location great host thoroughly recommend
9. Jasmine Luxury Lodge (from USD 138)
This luxury lodge is located in Grand Eagles Holiday Park. If you’re up for nature walks and strawberry picking in the summer, this is the place to be. There’s a fully equipped kitchen and a dining table to savor a lovely meal with your companions.
You can take long, relaxing hot showers and lounge in front of the TV to make good use of your holiday. There’s heating available on the premises for cooler months.
Auchterarder village is nearby, and you can explore its pubs, restaurants and shops for some local colour.
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it was very clean and had everything you neededHost:
site manager was very helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
great place easy accessibility to a9 a hour drive to edinburgh glasgowvery clean and a close drive to perth for pubs etc
10. Auchterarder
This townhouse within a Victorian building is close to Ochil Hills, ideal for lovers of the countryside and avid golfers. Take advantage of the lovely weather and head to the private garden area with a patio and a barbecue grill.
Indoors, there’s a Bluetooth speaker and a Smart TV with Netflix access for your movie nights. If you’re travelling with children, there’s a high chair and books for their entertainment. The kitchen offers relief from the nightmare of dirty dishes with a dishwasher. This property also has a utility area with a washing machine and an ironing board for clean and crisp clothes.
Perth and Kinross, Scotland, United Kingdom
24.29 km (15.1 mi) from Stirling CastleAccommodates: 5
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spacious quirky property over 3 floors - excellent facilities and cleanlinessHost:
susan was the perfect host accommodating and responsive on messagingvery welcoming and friendly hosts highly recommend this to others to enjoythis is a wonderful property susan is an excellent host who has thought of everythinggreat comms from host susan everything just perfect - thanks susanRead more reviewsLocation:
easy walking to the local pubs and restaurantswhat can i say fabulous host beautiful house cracking location great mini break 10/10 back soon hopefullyabsolutely brilliant location for us house was really nice and did the job just perfectlythe apartment was perfectly clean very well equipped and in a great central location
Don’t miss out on Auchterarder
Enjoy a taste of small-town living, with architectural wonders and gorgeous views that will surprise and delight you. This part of Scotland has a lot to offer. Consider our list of vacation rentals above, and head straight to Auchterarder and explore it for yourself!
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