Changes to your booking — including arrival dates, length of stay, or property selection — can be made up to 7 weeks prior to the start date, subject to availability. An administration fee of £50 will apply to each amendment.
Please note that if your booking is due to start in less than 7 weeks, we are unable to make any changes to the dates, duration, or property selected.
We love all the wee cottages and homes but a few of our top picks for couples who are looking for a short break or romantic weekend would be The Bank in Blair Atholl, only a short distance from Wasted degrees brewing and a train ride away from Pitlochry. The couples cabin is the perfect setting for a spontanious couples get away or Carter's Lodge which is situated in the heart of Birnam, a short distance from Dunkeld with local cafés and Riverside pubs.
Perthshire boasts endless countryside and rolling hills to explore, with an extensive network of trails ranging from easy walks to more challenging hikes, depending on the level of adventure you’re seeking. Dunkeld is home to some wonderful walks at The Hermitage, where you can admire the waterfall from the viewpoint or follow a moderate trail up to the Pine Cone Lookout.
Crieff and Strathearn offer routes for all abilities, from gentle riverside strolls along the River Earn to full-day hikes, including the ascent of Munro Ben Vorlich. Blairgowrie and Pitlochry are both within easy reach of the Cairngorms National Park, where you’ll find walking trails, cycling loops, and bouldering opportunities suited to every level of experience.
What time is check-in?
Check-in for all cottages is from 4:00 PM, unless otherwise stated in your booking confirmation.
Please note that early arrivals cannot be accommodated, as changeover days are used to:
Prepare the accommodation for your stay
Complete compliance and safety checks
Allow contractors time to carry out any necessary repairs or maintenance
Thank you for your understanding.
What time is check-out?
We kindly ask that you depart by 10:00 AM on your check-out day. This allows our owners enough time to prepare the accommodation for incoming guests.
Some houses can provide a cot and high chair. Please check at the time of booking, and we will confirm availability.
Please contact us directly, and we will be happy to advise which cottages are fully accessible to suit your needs.
All holiday homes within the Pitlochry area such as Kirk View Apartment, Auld Smiddy Cottage, North Shore and Station road apartment are well within walking distance to an extensive range of cafés, local pubs, bakeries and restaurants in Pitlochry.
With Perth located in the central belt of Scotland, the area is well served by rail, with many train services passing through. There are several train stations throughout Perthshire, and the most convenient one will depend on where you are staying. The most commonly used train stations nearby include:
Yes — but only if you have booked a dog-friendly property and added your dog to your booking.
Please refer to the individual property page on our website or in the brochure to check if dogs are allowed and to see the maximum number permitted.
Important:
Please do not bring a dog to a non-dog-friendly property. Many of our guests choose these properties due to allergies, and bringing a dog (or any other pet) to a non-pet property is a serious breach of terms. If this occurs, you will be asked to leave immediately with no refund and will be charged for deep cleaning.
If you’re staying in a dog-friendly property:
Dogs must stay on the ground floor (or the main living floor in properties with an inverted layout).
Keep dogs off all furniture and out of bedrooms and bathrooms.
Do not leave your dog alone in the accommodation at any time.
Please clean up after your dog in the garden or outdoor areas and dispose of waste responsibly.
You will be held financially responsible for any damage caused by your dog.
Thank you for helping us maintain high standards for all guests — both two-legged and four-legged!
The housekeeping deposit is a requirement with every booking and must be paid. This is to protect the home owners against any loss or damage to their property, contents or electrical goods. The hirer is fully liable for the condition of the self-catering cottage and its contents for the period of their holiday (fair wear & tear excepted). The hirer will make good any damage or loss & leave the self-catering cottage & its contents in a clean & orderly condition. The individual who signed the booking form will be held responsible for the hiring party.
Good Housekeeping Deposits are returned 7 to 10 working days after the holiday ends unless there is a claim against it for damages or additional cleaning time.
There is no additional charge for parking when you book a holiday home with home from home Perthshire, however, we cannot quarantee that each property comes with private or on-street parking. Therefore, depending on the property you chose to stay in, if no private parking is available with the property (i.e a flat) then you may need to use a public car park where charges may apply.
Please read property descriptions carefully for more information.
If you are flying to Scotland for your holiday or short break there are a few airports you can fly into. Edinburgh is the most popular as the capital city. If you are coming from Edinburgh airport and making your way to Perth by car, Perth city centre is 42.4 miles (approx 49 minutes). You can also travel to Perth from Edinburgh via public transport such as bus or train.
Where to them
There are many activities perfect for children, adults and as a family to enjoy in the surrouding areas of Perthshire, and you dont even need to worry about the weather as there is plenty to do for the rainy days too. Active Kids is located in rural perthshire, it has an adventure park with min golf, go-karts and trampolines. You can also visit their animal farm and enjoy a coffee in their Café. AirThrill is located just off the A9 on the outskirts and offers an indoor trampoline park and bowling lanes. Noahs Ark has mini golf and a driving range. There is also Birnam Arts Centre with a gallery and the beatrix potter museum. Active Glen in Crieff offers a wide range of fun outdoor activities from quad biking to archery and disc golf. Then there is The Birks cinema for movie nights or rainy day activities.
Perthshire is home to incredible landscapes and mountains with a huge area to explore as an extensive backgarden. If you are holidaying in one of our homes or cottages and are looking for something to do that is free and takes a couple of hours out of your day then try one of the many walks or trails, between Perth and Dunkeld is The Hermitage with pinecone lookout and waterfall view point, You can enjoy a bike ride around faskally forrest located just outside of Pitlochry, you could even take a look at the Pitlochry dam afterwards. Or take a drive to some of the most iconic an instagram worthy viewpoints such as Queens view or Bruar Falls. If you are looking for something that offers a little more thrill, there are over 282 Munro's in Scotland and being located in Perthshire, you can starting ticking them off by bagging Ben Vorlich, or Ben Chonzie.
There are a few top places we would recommend to pop by for a visit when you are renting a holiday home in beautiful Perthshire. Regardless of which town you are in, here is our list of Top 5 places not to be missed!
All gift vouchers are valid for 18 months year from the date of purchase.
Please make sure you book your holiday within the validity date stated.
Vouchers may be tendered as part or full payment towards holidays booked through Home From Home Perthshire. Simply enter your voucher into the booking enquiry form.
Your gift voucher is redeemable against any property within the Home From Home Portfolio.