Crieff has always been a favourite of mine and to have this excellent excuse to drop into the town and enjoy some of their great coffee shops and galleries is just wonderful! I was particularly pleased to be all signed up and ready to go this month as the Famous Grouse Experience are hosting their Famous Feastival at the end of May. This is a tremendous event and if you get the chance you really must come along. Along with all the wonderful whiskey and some chocolate masterclasses one of my all time favourite chefs will be in attendance - Tom Kitchin.
As we' busy chatting about feasts I think its only fair to let you in on some of the other great foodie treats in the Crieff area. As well as the aforementioned Famous Grouse, you will find a host of talented, artisan producers. On the second Saturday of the month you' find them gathered in the local square selling at Crieff Country Market. This is a fabulous day out and if you are visiting is over this weekend do make sure you grab your bag and head for the town. Expect fresh local produce, crafts, baking, jams and preserves, local artisans and lots more.
And of course, you know that Crieff is home to everyone’s childhood favourite – sugar mice! Gordon and Durwards is one of the only shops we know that is guaranteed to raise a smile on even the dourest of faces! This traditional sweetie shop houses jars of sweets, handmade fudges and tablet. To be honest, the famous sugar mice are almost reason enough for a visit to Strathearn!
We will be adding to the Crieff events, restaurants and galleries as we discover them throughout the year - if you have any favourites you' like to see featured please do let us know. I' always happy to research a new coffee shop or fun event!
Best wishes, Bea
As we expected the house surpassed all our expectations. If you get the chance to stay then do so as you will not be disappointed . The attention to detail including slippers! was such a nice touch, no expense has been spared in offering the best products throughout the house. Hopefully we will get to visit again next year
Heather House
Otter Lodge is located on the bank of the river. It was such a pleasure to wake up to the sound of the water. Everything in the house is so well organised that we could easily find everything we needed. The hosts have a lot of good tips for things to do in the neighbourhood, all folders well structured and a map. It a pleasure to stay at the Otter Lodge! Many thanks
Otter Lodge
We have just returned after a wonderful week staying at The Stables in Killiecrankie. It is a lovely place - really high spec with everything you might need and so comfortable. As others have mentioned it is much bigger than it appears in the photos. Thanks for the booking.
The Stables