Final lodges for sale at latest phase in Balloch Park

Balloch Park, Mains of Taymouth’s residential, holiday and buy to let development has only a few luxury timber lodges left for sale in its current phase, including one set in a stunning aspect by the banks of the River Tay. This property, priced at £179,900, would be particularly suitable for an idyllic retirement property. These…

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This modernised cottage retains its original charm

An attractive modernised cottage in a peaceful location is now on the property market. McBeths Cottage is a delightful traditional cottage situated within the peaceful rural hamlet of Fortingall, Perthshire. The cottage has been tastefully modernised and redesigned by the current owners and retains many charming features. The sitting room is bright and welcoming and…

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Perthshire artist celebrates Britain’s landmarks

A self-taught artist originally from Perthshire will be unveiling a major exhibition of his oil paintings of the British landscape. Britain’s most stunning natural and historic landmarks have been captured by artist Francis Salvesen. As a Patron of the Association for the Protection of Rural Scotland and a pioneer of green energy in the Scottish…

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ET joined the UK’s most spectacular mountain bike race

Scotland’s only Enduro World Series Qualifier event of 2019, the Fair City Enduro further cemented its reputation as the UK’s most spectacular Mountain Bike Enduro at the weekend. Last weekend (26 October), hundreds of mountain bikers descended on Perth as Muckmedden Events’ annual Fair City Enduro mountain bike race – supported by Sixth Element –…

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Be mindful of bats when it comes to renovations

With the winter months fast approaching, bats will hibernate to stay out of the cold weather. And residential buildings, in particular, present an ideal warm roosting site for female bats to rear their young. Leading property consultancy Galbraith reports that bats in buildings are an ever-increasing issue when it comes to undertaking renovation works. Scotland…

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A beautiful modern eco-house in the countryside

A remarkable eco-friendly house in a small hillside development close to Pitlochry is now on the property market. Rowangarth was built in 2014, and is presented for sale by Savills. With a mix of larch cladding, white render, slate roof and oak frame, the house sits well in the surrounding countryside. Internally the impressive oak…

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Glenalmond pupils enter into spirit of squirrel survey

Pupils from Glenalmond College in Perthshire have been entering into the spirit of the Great Scottish Squirrel Survey and counting red squirrels as part of the national initiative. Scotland is home to 75% of Britain’s red squirrels and the staff and pupils of Glenalmond College are proud that the school’s 300 acres of grounds are…

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Restaurant Andrew Fairlie retains two Michelin stars

The team at Restaurant Andrew Fairlie has retained its prestigious two Michelin star status. The announcement comes following a sad year for the team, which experienced the loss of founder, Andrew Fairlie, in January. Both head chef Stevie McLaughlin and general manager, Dale Dewsbury – who have a combined 44 years working with Andrew –…

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Why not all albarinos are born equal

There’s more to Spain’s flagship white wine than young and racy seafood-friendly bottles, as Peter Ranscombe discovers. IN MY head, I always picture the Rias Baixas region in Galicia like Scotland’s Spanish twin – a west coast formed from fjords or sea lochs and pelted by the Atlantic rain. Spain’s north-west frontier, poking out above…

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Tombuie House has stunning views over a loch

Tombuie House is a contemporary five bedroom house in a majestic position with views towards a loch. Presented by Strutt & Parker, and built in a majestic position, at circa 300 meters (900 feet) above sea level and situated about two miles to the southeast of the village of Kenmore, Tombuie House is a contemporary…

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