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Magnificent Scottish Country House near Dunkeld, Perthshire.<br>

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Stenton House
Exterior
Private kitchen
Living area
Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
7 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 14

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

Check out the area

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Dunkeld, Scotland
  • Popular LocationDunkeld Cathedral14 min drive
  • Popular LocationLoch of the Lowes16 min drive
  • Popular LocationThe Hermitage17 min drive
  • AirportEdinburgh (EDI)67 min drive

Rooms & beds

7 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 3

Bedroom 4

Bedroom 5

Bedroom 6

Bedroom 7

Master Bedroom

6 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Bathroom 5

Bathroom 6

Spaces

Kitchen
Office
Garden

About this property

Magnificent Scottish Country House near Dunkeld, Perthshire.<br>

Stenton House is the perfect house for a family gathering, a salmon fishing week or a special celebration. There are seven bedrooms and six bathrooms, providing accommodation for up to 14 guests. The dining room table seats 12 comfortably.

There is a private principal bedroom suite, with a dressing room and well-appointed bathroom, leading from the master bedroom. Six further bedrooms, four of which have en-suite bathrooms and a separate family bathroom complete the first and second floor accommodation.

Games room with snooker table and outdoor tennis court.

The accommodation briefly comprises:

Ground Floor
Entrance hall, Dining room, Drawing room, large Kitchen/ Breakfast room, Conservatory, Games room, Office, Utility room, Cloakroom, 2 x W/C’s.

First Floor
Master bedroom (en-suite & dressing room), 2 x Double/Twin Bedrooms (both en-suite), 2 x Double/Twin Bedrooms, Family bathroom, Laundry

Second Floor
2 x Double/Twin Bedrooms (both en-suite)

Dogs
Dogs are not allowed in the house but there are indoor kennels in an adjacent outbuilding.


Gardens
The gardens and grounds have been carefully designed and laid out to give privacy and a magnificent setting for Stenton House. On the south side of the house parterres lie on either side of ornate stone steps with box hedges, paved paths and manicured flower beds. Impressive lawns sweep from the terrace by the house down to a beech hedge that leads to the river bank and an attractive barbecue area with stunning views over the river. To the east of the house the drive is flanked by immaculate lawns and impressive topiarised cypress trees. A children’s play area and a recently resurfaced tennis court sit at the far end of the garden protected by a beech hedge.

Tennis court
There is a recently resurfaced tennis court for Stenton House guests to enjoy.

Dunkeld
The ancient town of Dunkeld lies three miles north-west, on the north bank of the River Tay. Once the ecclesiastical capital of Scotland, the picturesque town is steeped in Scottish history and is the setting of the magnificent Dunkeld Cathedral, which dates from the 14th Century. Today, Dunkeld serves the surrounding rural community with several independent shops and services that cater for day-to-day needs including several hotels and restaurants. The neighbouring village of Birnam, which is well-known by literary enthusiasts as the favoured Scottish holiday-spot of Beatrix Potter, has a railway station which provides sleeper services to London, as well as more local connections to Perth, Pitlochry, Inverness, Edinburgh and Stirling.

Local attractions include the Hermitage Woodland Gorge, Birnam Arts and Conference Centre and Beatrix Potter Exhibition Centre, the Loch of the Lowes Visitor Centre and Wildlife Reserve, as well as the House of Bruar Retail Centre and Blair Castle at Blair Atholl.

Dunkeld Golf Course is one of the most picturesque in Highland Perthshire.

Mountain bike and Electric Mountain hire can be arranged in Dunkeld.





Property manager

Mrs Clare Parkes

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Fireplace

House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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

About the area

Dunkeld

This vacation home is located in Dunkeld. Historic Scotland Stanley Mills and Black Watch Regimental Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Ossian's Hall and Perth Theatre. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at McDiarmid Park or Perth Ice Rink.
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Dunkeld, Scotland

What's nearby

  • Dunkeld Cathedral - 14 min drive
  • Birnam Oak - 14 min drive
  • Loch of the Lowes - 16 min drive
  • The Hermitage - 17 min drive
  • Scone Palace - 32 min drive

Getting around

  • Dunkeld & Birnam Station - 12 min drive
  • Dundee (DND) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • Perthshire Visitor Centre - 16 min drive
  • Ballathie House Hotel - 22 min drive
  • Uisge Bar & Restaurant - 17 min drive
  • The Taybank - 15 min drive
  • Garden Restaurant - 19 min drive

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

James J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stenton House - A Slice of Heaven
Our family of 14 stayed at the Stenton House for one week and we could not have been more impressed by this beautiful property and the staff that maintains it. The house is magnificent as well as the surrounding grounds that provided both solitude and sporting opportunities for our family that loves the outdoors. We took advantage of fishing the river with Colin the property’s fishing guide and Claire the housekeeper was always available to provide anything we needed. The Dunkeld location is perfect for exploring the small local towns and we even took a great ride on the train to Edinburgh. Stenton House is a slice of Heaven on earth!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Courtney S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spectacular Scottish manor
My family recently stayed at this wonderful Dunkeld house and it was one of the very best places we have ever rented. This is one of those rare cases when the photos actually don't do the house or the grounds justice. Its truly gorgeous, from the manicured lawn to the stunning gardens to the seating areas overlooking the Tay (where I had coffee every morning). The house had so much room, comfortable beds, huge bathrooms, a beautiful formal dining room, large billiards room, wine refrigerator and more. Dave and Jane are a delight -- they were incredibly helpful and very responsive throughout our stay. I cant recommend the Stenton Mansion House enough. Can't wait to return.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Charles B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Stenton
The Stenton Estate was perfect for the family Scotland holiday of my wife and I, our two sons and their wives, and our five grandkids ranging from 7-13. The house is spectacular; the photos don't do it justice. The bedrooms and bathrooms are spacious and elegant, and spread across the second and third floors to provide privacy. Although the formal family room and salon are beautiful, we spent most of our time in the huge kitchen and breakfast room. However, the beautiful formal dining room provided plenty of room for our catered anniversary dinner. The manicured grounds are just as magnificent as the house. The housekeepers live just down the road and were friendly, attentive and helpful. The owner helped us arrange two days of river fishing (with boat included) with the local Ghillie, Colin, who entertained us with his many fishing stories. Colin also arranged a guided stalk for our son, who killed a trophy Roe Deer. The owner, Clare Parkes, was very helpful, attentive, and accessible, and always ready to answer questions and provide local information. We can't wait to return to Stenton!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Richard P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible experience
The property was a truly unique experience and was a great way to celebrate my 40th birthday with friends.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elisabeth D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property
Unusually, the description does not give full justice to just how beautiful and well presented this property is. It was very easy to communicate with the owners and the assistance of the housekeeper was a bonus.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021

About the host

Hosted by Mrs Clare Parkes

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Languages:

English
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