Posts Tagged ‘Perth’
Spacious gardens and attractive family home
A charming Victorian house finished to a high standard and situated in a spacious garden is now for sale. Presented by Galbraith, Gairlands is an impressive detached Victorian villa largely constructed of stone under a series of pitched slate roofs with crow step gables. Gairlands successfully blends a traditional house with all the comforts expected…
Read MoreSpecial dinner will honour the life of Andrew Fairlie
The life of Scotland’s great chef, Andrew Fairlie, will be celebrated at a special dinner in his honour as part of Mhor Festival on Friday 24 May. Andrew Fairlie played a key role in the annual Friday Night Feast at Mhor Festival near Balquhidder, Perthshire, for several years. This year it will be held in…
Read MoreIs this the most romantic holiday cottage ever?
A historic cottage built by Marquis of Breadalbane is now for sale. The sale of Rustic Lodge through Rettie and Co represents a once in a lifetime opportunity to own a unique and historic A listed cottage, reputedly built by the Marquis of Breadalbane circa 1840, as the Gate Lodge to Taymouth Castle, at Keltneyburn near…
Read MoreAsparagus: Alternatives to sauvignon blanc
If sauvignon blanc isn’t your thing then don’t worry, Scottish Field wine columnist Peter Ranscombe has other wines in mind to pair with this month’s star ingredient – asparagus. SAUVIGNON blanc is a real “Marmite” wine – you either love it or you hate it. So going all-out and selecting wines made solely from the…
Read MoreBeautiful property and stunning valley views
Highpoint is a substantial detached house, which offers the perfect balance of modern and traditional living. Highpoint, presented for sale by Galbraith, sits in an elevated position with the design encapsulating the outstanding views over the golf course and Tay Valley beyond. The house provides generous and flexible accommodation, ideally set up for family living…
Read MoreDelightful details are perfect for luxury seclusion
With beautiful timber features throughout, Pitlowie Cottage’s location in the heart of ‘Big Tree Country’ could not be more apt. Presented for sale by Bell Ingram, this truly unique property enjoys a secluded setting near Pitroddie at the foot of the Sidlaw Hills midway between Perth and Dundee. Comprising four public areas, five bedrooms (two…
Read MoreWhy Rory Bremner has made a big impression
As befits someone who pretends to be other people for a living, Rory Bremner is conflicted about his identity. ‘I am not feeling very Scottish today,’ he declaims, brows arched. It turns out this is part of the problem. ‘I have just had my eyebrows threaded in preparation for a Noel Coward play, which opens…
Read MoreGet ready to enjoy a cruise on the River Tay
The starting date for the 2019 season of boat trips on the River Tay has been revealed. From 16 May to September local people and visitors are being encouraged to discover the wildlife and sights of the River Tay with a range of fantastic boat trips. Trips include a return sailing from Broughty Ferry Harbour…
Read MoreA beautiful home close to the 18th at St Andrews
A beautiful home in an exclusive private cul-de-sac, close to the 18th fairway of the world famous Old Course and to The Royal and Ancient Golf Club, is now for sale. Presented for sale by Savills, Cryanreuch is a late Arts and Crafts Voysey style villa. It is harled and painted white with sandstone window…
Read MoreFunnyman Fred MacAulay on his love of laughter
Fred MacAulay has been keeping us entertained for well over 20 years, as a comedian, radio presenter and chat show host. Originally from Perth, he began as an accountant before moving into stand-up, and for 18 years, until March 2015, he presented a daily BBC Scotland radio programme MacAulay and Co. He also co-hosted McCoist…
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