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The Hoolet - luxury holiday house in the heart of beautiful Perthshire

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Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
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Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7140 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
    Washer
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace

About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Hoolet - luxury holiday house in the heart of beautiful Perthshire

The Hoolet is a comfortable, contemporary home ideally situated in a quiet conservation area within Crieff itself. It is a few minutes walk from the local supermarket, the shops and the many excellent restaurants and pubs available in the town. In the opposite direction, also a few minutes from the door, is Macrosty Park with its walks and play area leading to the beautiful Lady Mary’s Walk alongside the River Earn.

4 star Visit Scotland Award, Silver Green Tourism Award (EPC bands C, 77 &74). STL Licence Number: PK12163F. We can accommodate up to 6 adults plus a toddler under 3 years old.

Our home offers spacious accommodation with a large, comfy lounge, well equipped kitchen and dining room, a utility room with a roomy hot cupboard, a king bedroom with en-suite, two twin bedrooms and a large family bathroom. There is a study with a desk which can also double as a baby room. Outside there is a drive with ampleoff-street parking for four cars and a beautifully planted private garden accessed by steps.

We have allergy issues ourselves, so we have tried to minimise the allergen load in the house. The bed linen is luxurious 100% cotton, and cleaning materials and procedures are eco-friendly. No animals are permitted in the property.

The Hoolet is generously equipped -

Gas-fired central heating, log burner effect electric stove in the living room fireplace

Smart TV, DVD player
Superfast fibre broadband with WIFI
Bluetooth stereo radio/CD player
Selection of DVDs, CDs, books and games

Washing machine & tumble drier, dishwasher, gas hob, electric ovens, microwave, coffee maker with filter papers, fridge-freezer, teabags, instant coffee, salt & pepper, herbs, cooking oil

Bed linen, towels, hand soap and toilet rolls are provided.

Travel cot and high chair are available on request in advance.

Garage space, with 13 Amp charging facilities, for storing bikes, canoes, golf equipment etc is also available on request in advance.

This is a house with three flights of stairs internally and many more steps externally, so it might be a challenge for people with significant mobility problems. There is wheelchair access from the pavement to the front door: that level of the house has the lounge and a bedroom with a king-size bed and an ensuite with toilet, wash basin and shower. The other bedrooms (both twin-bedded) and bathroom are one and two flights of stairs above, while the kitchen, dining room, utility room and back door are all on a level which is flight of stairs (with seven steps and a handrail on one side) below the level of the front door. The front doorway opens to 640mm, and can be opened to 1300mm by using the second leaf. The internal doorways are 700mm wide. There are four steps to the back door on the outside, and two flights of stairs with eight steps each down to the back garden. The openings in the front wall onto the street do not have gates.

No pets or animals are permitted (this is because some of our own regular guests have severe allergy problems with a wide range of animals, even "hypoallergenic" ones, unfortunately: one is particularly sensitive to hair and dander from cats and dogs, especially Labradors).

Crieff offers an excellent base for touring, walking, cycling and golf. In addition there is a wide range of alternative activities from whisky tasting at Glenturret (Scotland's oldest working distillery, now with a Lalique bar and Michelin-starred restaurant) and Tullibardine Distilleries to quad biking at the Crieff Hydro. There is no shortage of history here either, with standing stones, Roman camps, Scotland's oldest lending library at Innerpefferay, the world's first earthquake detector and the only preserved British WWII Prisoner of War camp at nearby Cultybraggan. Crieff Visitor Centre has more information about the history of the area, including it's past as a centre of cattle droving. You pop in and see their glass blowers working at Caithness Glass at the Visitor centre. The Strathearn Art Space just up the road often has cultural events from comedy to film nights to plays and the Leisure Centre has a public swimming pool and courts for hire.
See http://www.visitcrieff.scot/walking-in-crieff/ for more walks from our front door. Or you can see the sights by hopping aboard the excellent local bus service (no.45).

The Crieff Hydro's 900-acre estate provides a fantastic backdrop for horse riding & pony treks (all abilities catered for), mountain biking, archery and golf, and boasts a 4 star Spa and Sauna for those wanting a little rest and relaxation.
There are challenging golf courses to be found nearby at Crieff, Muthill, Comrie and St. Fillans, but Perthshire boasts many, many more golf courses – see https://www.golfperthshire.com/

Perthshire is a great place to cycle - see https://www.cyclinguk.org/cycle/cycling-perth-kinross for more information and ideas.

The Club at Gleneagles provides the opportunity to play a little more golf, shoot, fish and try your hand at falconry. Perth and Stirling are close by and Dundee, Edinburgh and Glasgow with all their many attractions are little more than an hour away. Why not visit the fabulous, newly opened V & A Museum just beside Scott's polar exploration ship the "Endurance" on Dundee's riverside? Perth, the Fair City, has an active cultural life – see https://horsecross.co.uk/

Property manager

Andrew, Heather and Hamish

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking
  • Car not required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Kitchen island
  • Toaster
  • Spices

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • DVD player
  • Music library
  • Video library
  • Stereo
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Work spaces

  • Office
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Front entrance ramp
  • No elevators
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Strictly no smoking - allergy + fire risk

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Golf privileges
  • Golf nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Recycling
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • Unit size: 1506.9 sq ft (140 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: a cot, and a high chair are available on request

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number PK12163P

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property

About the neighborhood

Map
Crieff, SCT

What's nearby

  • Crieff Visitor Centre - 18 min walk
  • Famous Grouse Experience at Glenturret Distillery - 3 min drive
  • Comrie Croft - 7 min drive
  • Drummond Gardens - 9 min drive
  • Drummond Castle Gardens - 11 min drive

Getting around

  • Gleneagles Station - 16 min drive
  • Dundee (DND) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Crieff Food Co - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Glenturret Distillery - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Meadow Inn - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Tower Bakery - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Comrie Fish & Chips - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Hoolet - luxury holiday house in the heart of beautiful Perthshire pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Hoolet - luxury holiday house in the heart of beautiful Perthshire?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Hoolet - luxury holiday house in the heart of beautiful Perthshire?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Hoolet - luxury holiday house in the heart of beautiful Perthshire located?

This family-friendly Crieff vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Harrisons Fine Wines and Gordon & Durward. Crieff Golf Club Limited and Crieff Visitor Centre are also within 1 mi (2 km).

The Hoolet - luxury holiday house in the heart of beautiful Perthshire Reviews

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Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michelle K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and great home for families
Our family (my husband and I, his parents, and our 4- & 8- year old boys) stayed at the Hoolet for two weeks in August, and it was a wonderful experience from start to finish. From the moment we arrived, Hamish made sure we were comfortable and understood everything we needed to know about the house. It was spacious, spotlessly clean, the beds were comfortable, and it was incredibly well equipped. The kitchen had every tool you might need to cook comfortably at home. Our boys made full use of the back garden and loved getting to explore (and sword fight) amongst the landscaping. The location was also great. We were able to walk to the shops and restaurants in town. The included parking meant we didn’t have to worry about the car after our adventures further afield. We also used some of the maps provided to explore the walking trails close to the house, and they were absolutely beautiful – highly recommend! You can tell the owners use the house themselves – everything you would want in your own home to make your life easier was there. We all enjoyed the house and location, and we will definitely be back!
Stayed 13 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Brotherhood Jolly
The property was a short walk to the town, and central for what we wanted it for. nice place as a base for the 3 days we had it for. We didn't really interact with the property manager whilst there everything seemed quite self explanatory
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tony C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely house
The Hoolet is a great property to rent if your looking to stay in or around central Scotland. It was very clean and comfort and Andrew was a great host who meet us when we first arrived and was very helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous stay at The Hoolet in Crieff
We had a wonderful holiday staying at The Hoolet in Crieff. The accommodation was ideal for us as a family with young kids and also having my retired parents staying with us. We had all the necessary amenities at our disposal. The kids loved running around in the garden and playing at the nearby park. The property is also very nicely located within Crieff with only a short walk to the main shops and supermarket, where there are a reasonable number of very good lunch and dinner options. Crieff is also ideal for venturing out on longer journeys in any direction, e.g travelling up to the highlands or venturing east or south for city day trips to St. Andrew’s, Dundee, Edinburgh or Glasgow. Overall a great holiday!
Stayed 13 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic week in The Hoolet
The Hoolet was an ideal base for lots of walking, visiting key sights etc. The house is beautifully presented & spotlessly clean.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely house, great location
A cosy home from home with everything you could possibly want. Easy key handover process on arrival. The house is modern, really clean and spacious with lots of different areas to sit, both outside and inside. The undercover outdoor area is a great space which we used a lot despite some inclement weather. It was great to have the town and park within short walking distance. We had a lovely holiday.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Berdino V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Really great and comfortable family home
Absolutely great, clean and comfortable luxury house. All facilities are present. Very pleasant and relaxing comfortable atmosphere.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022