You can look forward to an adjacent golf course, a firepit and a garden at Private Scottish Manor | Retreats, 16 En-Suites, 140m² Pavilion + 4pm Checkout. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices), is available to all guests, along with a playground and an arcade/games room.
McArthur Manor wasn’t designed on paper as a venue for groups; it has been shaped by the groups who have actually stayed here.
For more than a decade, every retreat, off-site, celebration and gathering has taught us something. We’ve listened, changed layouts, added facilities, moved things around, improved the way spaces connect and continually refined how we look after people.
The result isn’t simply a large house that happens to accommodate groups. It’s a Manor that has evolved around how groups actually meet, eat, relax, celebrate and spend time together — and around the things organisers need to make all of that feel effortless.
And we’re still tinkering. If guests show us a better way of doing something, there’s a very good chance it will be different by the time they come back.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
• Exclusive use of McArthur Manor — one group, no other guests. • 16 individually styled bedrooms, all with their own private en-suite bathroom. • 12 noon check-in, so arrival day actually feels like part of the stay. • 4pm checkout, so departure day does too. • Daily guest-attendant / housekeeping support to help with washing up, light housekeeping, resetting spaces and the practical things that otherwise become the organiser's job. • 140m² McArthur Pavilion, ready for meetings, workshops, yoga, games, dinner, films, karaoke, dancing or a proper party. • 150" projection screen, AV, sound system, karaoke setup, DJ lighting, disco ball and a substantial collection of games equipment. • Your own traditional private pub, including beer pumps, alongside the Lounge and Pavilion. • Fully equipped commercial catering kitchen plus a second prep kitchen. • Commercial-grade Wi-Fi throughout. • On-site parking for 22 cars, with additional managed event parking by arrangement, plus EV charging. • Bedding, towels, toiletries and the everyday details you would expect to be ready when you arrive.
THE HOUSE IS DESIGNED TO KEEP PEOPLE TOGETHER
Large-group houses often solve the sleeping problem and create another one: everyone disappears into different rooms.
The Manor works differently. The Lounge, private pub and Pavilion sit together and flow into one another, with the patio just beyond. During the day the Pavilion can be a strategy room, workshop, yoga studio or presentation space; later the same room can become dinner, casino, cinema, ceilidh or dance floor.
There is enough space to spread out, but the building naturally brings people back together. That's the bit that's difficult to show in a floorplan — and one of the things our guests notice most once they're here.
FOR RETREATS, OFF-SITES & GROUP PROGRAMMES
The Manor works particularly well when the reason for coming matters as much as the accommodation.
Run presentations or workshops in the Pavilion, use the Lounge and dining rooms for smaller conversations, take a break in the garden, then move straight into drinks, dinner or entertainment without loading everybody back onto a coach.
The 150" screen, sound system and commercial Wi-Fi are already here. So are the pub, games, lighting and flexible furniture. Much of what a conventional venue would ask you to hire in separately is already sitting in the building waiting to be used.
That means the organiser can concentrate on the retreat, meeting or programme itself rather than spending half the stay managing the venue around it.
AS MUCH OR AS LITTLE HELP AS YOU WANT
Some groups want the keys, a stocked kitchen and the freedom to run the house themselves. Others want us involved from the first planning call until the coach pulls away. Most sit somewhere happily in between.
You'll deal with people who actually know the house and your plans. We can help with rooming, menus, transport, suppliers, timings, activities, dining setups and the little logistical problems that appear when you're organising a group.
For overseas organisers in particular, we can effectively become your people on the ground in Scotland. Rather than coordinating drivers, caterers and activity providers from another country, give us the moving parts and we can help join them together.
The aim is simple: your guests should feel looked after, while the organiser gets to be a guest too.
MAKE THE STAY YOUR OWN
There is no fixed McArthur Manor package. Optional experiences and services can be added individually or woven into a fuller itinerary. These are arranged separately and subject to availability, but possibilities include:
• Breakfasts, relaxed suppers, formal dinners and full-board catering • Bartenders, cocktails, drinks receptions and kegs for pulling your own pints in the pub • Highland Games, axe throwing, combat archery and laser clay shooting • Whisky tastings and Scottish history evenings • A traditional Burns Supper, including the possibility of making it a properly Scottish occasion with the local Clan Chief • Ceilidhs, pipers and other Scottish entertainment • Casino nights and murder mysteries • Falconry experiences • Spa and wellness treatments • Golf, cycling, kayaking and other outdoor activities • Distilleries, castles, Highland excursions and private day trips • Airport transfers, coaches, minibuses and local transport • Bespoke themed evenings and plenty of ideas that probably won't appear on a normal holiday-let checklist
Or do none of it. Light the fire, open the pub, order food, play pool and enjoy having the house to yourselves.
THE 4PM CHECKOUT REALLY DOES MATTER
This sounds like a small thing until you've experienced the usual alternative.
There is no 9am alarm because everybody has to be packed and out by 10 or 11. Have breakfast properly. Talk about the night before. Make lunch. Play one last game of pool. Find the missing charger. Pack without throwing everything into the nearest bag.
Your final day is still part of the stay, not an evacuation.
And because check-in is from 12 noon, the same is true at the other end: you're not losing most of arrival day waiting until late afternoon to get the keys.
WHY PEOPLE BOOK THE MANOR
McArthur Manor is deliberately more than accommodation. You're not simply paying for bedrooms; you're getting privacy, space, built-in entertainment, serious group infrastructure and people who can help make the whole thing work.
From the first message to the moment we wave you off, the idea is that someone has your back. We know the house, we know the local suppliers, and by the time you arrive we should already know how you want the stay to feel.
If all you need is somewhere for everyone to sleep, there are simpler options. If the time you spend together is the reason for the trip, that's exactly what the Manor is built around.
Property amenities
Pool/Spa
Massage
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Electric car charging station on site
Limo/town car service
Car available
Car recommended
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee grinder
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Kitchen island
Kitchenette
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Breakfast available for a fee
Chef service
Dining table
Bedrooms
16 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
13 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Separate dining area
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Games
Music library
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Stereo
Video games
Video library
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Fenced yard
Firepit
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Computer monitor
Desk
Desk chair
Printer
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Handrails in stairways (94 centimetre high)
Hardwood flooring in public areas
In-room accessibility
Smooth flooring in public areas
Stair-free path to entrance
Thin carpet in public areas
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Visual alarms in hallways
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchairs on site
Smoke-free property
Note from host: Outside premises only - Summer house / courtyard
Services and conveniences
Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels on request
Concierge services
Iron/ironing board
Limited housekeeping
Meal delivery service
Location highlights
In a rural location
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near a river
Next to a golf course
Things to do
6 indoor pickleball courts
Arcade/game room
Bicycle parking
Bicycle storage
Bicycles
Billiards/pool table
Cooking classes
Golf
Kayak
Optional golf privileges
Snow sports gear
Table tennis
Tennis
Birdwatching nearby
Casino nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Hunting nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Rafting nearby
Sledding nearby
Swimming nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Winery tours nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: Pets must stay in Courtyard bedrooms
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Note from host: Highchairs and Travel cots available
Events
Events allowed
Noise to be kept to acceptable level after 12am.
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Outside premises only - Summer house / courtyard
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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Note from host: Noise to be kept to acceptable level after 12am.
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Located in Blairgowrie, this holiday home is in a rural area and next to a golf course. Meigle Museum and Historic Scotland Stanley Mills are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Ossian's Hall and Scone Palace. Travelling with kids? Consider Dunkeld and Birnam Sports and Leisure Hub and Murray Star Maze. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and rafting nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and hiking. Visit our Blairgowrie travel guide
How much does it cost to stay at Private Scottish Manor | Retreats, 16 En-Suites, 140m² Pavilion + 4pm Checkout?
As of 22 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Private Scottish Manor | Retreats, 16 En-Suites, 140m² Pavilion + 4pm Checkout on 19 Oct 2026 start from HK$27,903, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Private Scottish Manor | Retreats, 16 En-Suites, 140m² Pavilion + 4pm Checkout?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Private Scottish Manor | Retreats, 16 En-Suites, 140m² Pavilion + 4pm Checkout?
Check-in begins at noon.
What time is check-out at Private Scottish Manor | Retreats, 16 En-Suites, 140m² Pavilion + 4pm Checkout?
Checkout is at 4:00 PM.
Where is Private Scottish Manor | Retreats, 16 En-Suites, 140m² Pavilion + 4pm Checkout located?
This family-friendly Blairgowrie holiday home is located in a rural location, within 2 mi (3 km) of Cateran Trail and Blairgowrie Golf Club. Marlee Loch is 2.4 mi (3.9 km) away.
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our group stayed at the end point of a charity bike ride and were most impressed by the accommodation, experience and the staff members on site. Would recommend highly
We had been looking forward to our weekly stay in Scotland for almost 3 years. Sadly, the villa did not meet our high expectations.
First, the villa was in a nice location in Blairgowrie with a large yard, and a quiet neighborhood. The house has great character but it is old and rustic. There are 10 bedrooms inside the main house and 8 cottages in the courtyard. Ten of them are king bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms. The rooms are a nice size, but the carpet is old and the floors creak when you walk on them. The hot water in some of the bathrooms did not work properly and the walls were so thin that you could hear people snoring or coughing in the adjoining room. My wife and I stayed in the Master Suite with the turret on the 2nd floor. The room was large but the windows had plexiglass covering them so that they could not be opened. The house has no air conditioning or ceiling fans so the rooms have no air flow and become stale and stuffy. I was forced to move out of my room and into a double room that had a window that opened so that I could get some cool air from outside. Nicholas was very good to work with and met our every request, including electric fans for the rooms. However, out of our group of 18, 10 left the villa after only 4 days. Of the 4 couples who stayed the entire 4 days, 2 of them had to change rooms. For what we paid to rent the villa for 1 week, I expected a lot more comfort. I have stayed in 5 star villas but this was not one of them.
In addition to the base rent, my wife and I also ordered additional services, including a welcome dinner on the first night of our stay with a special anniversary cake, a bagpiper, a band to play ceilidh dance songs, special commemorative gift boxes for each guest, a highland games feature, a whisky/chocolate pairing and a farewell dinner. I highly recommend the bagpiper, the band and ceilidh dancing, the whisky/chocolate pairing and the gift boxes. However, I do not recommend paying extra for the preparation of meals, special dessert, or for the Highland Games. Save your money and use the large kitchen on the ground floor with 2 full size pizza ovens. We made our own pizza one night and spaghetti with salad the other night and we loved it. You can also walk to nearby restaurants.
The house did have some other very nice features as well, but if you are unable to sleep comfortably, nothing else really matters. If you need a place with 18 bedrooms without air conditioning, this might work.
We initially booked Altamount Manor in January 2021 for July 2021 but we couldnt go ahead due to Covid complications. Nick, the owner, transferred our whole booking to October 2021 in the course of 1 phone call. No hassle at all, and very easy to deal with. On arrival at the property Nick and his staff couldnt do enough for us. We had booked a barbeque for the friday night for our whole party of 30 and the food was delicious. We also booked breakfast for the saturday morning which was perfect. An afternoon tea was also arranged for us by Nick which was absolutely delicious.
Saturday nigbt was party night and Nick had arranged for the hall to be decorated with a beautiful balloon arch and decorations. The hall provided the perfect space for dancing and the PA system worked perfectly. The whole manor is spotlessly clean and very homely. All in all we woukd totally recommend Altamount Manor for any occasion!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
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8/10 Good
John C.
7 Sept 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Great for a family get together
A great venue for a family get together. The function room set up for games, including a bouncy castle, proved a wonderful part of the weekend for the kids (thanks Nicholas for suggesting it) and the sitting room and separate bar area proved a lovely combination for the adults to socialise and move between groups.
The commercial kitchen was much more user friendly than it looked and self-catering for 27 proved it!
Negatives? despite Andrew’s ingenuity the house really isn’t set up for disabled or partially disabled guests at this time. The location is great for access to town and some lovely walks, but it is far from being secluded and the houses overlooking the front lawns were a bit of a surprise to be honest, as was seeing people walking past the dining room windows on a regular basis.
The positives far outweighs these though, and Altamount proved a wonderful venue for a memorable long weekend with family ranging from 16mths to 96yrs. Also great to have Andrew on call, who was ever willing and most helpful at all times.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
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6/10 Okay
Regi A.
29 Aug 2021
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Not value of money
We stayed this property in seven days. No towel change or cleaning team visit in property . Water pressure was very low.
The manor was the perfect venue for the weekend, we hosted a party with a few friends. The rooms were all a good size and the hosts were very accommodating to our needs.
The industrial kitchen was perfect for cooking for a large amount of people and all the communal areas were a brilliant size for hosting.
The house was spotless on arrival, couldn’t fault it. Lovely location would recommend.
We had a group of 36 staying in the manor celebrating three 30th birthdays and New Years Eve. It was perfect for us, everyone had their own beds and en-suites, the commercial grade kitchen meant we were able to self cater with ease and, with the permission of Nick (the owner), we were able to stock up the fully functional bar and have our own pub in the house (perfect for our own Hogmanay celebrations).
There were a few minor niggles during our stay but that is to be expected given the age of the property and Nick could not have been more helpful in rectifying any issues we had.
Overall can’t recommend the place enough if you have a large easy going group looking for an escape to the Scottish countryside.
We hired Altamount manor for my 40th birthday celebration. We had a 1920’s Gatsby theme & Nick & the team got right on board. From suggestions to implementation everything was 5 star. The team went above and beyond and demonstrated a sheer commitment to ensure the weekend was exactly what we wanted. All the guests were blown away with all the attention to detail.
I couldn’t recommend Nick & the team enough - the quality of the food, personalised service and facilities were just fantastic.
Thank you so much
Elaine
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10/10 Excellent
Jacqueline P.
30 Dec 2018
AMAZING
The owners were wonderful and the property is truly magical
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2018
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
toby p.
24 Sept 2018
Fantastic
Fantastic venue , very nice hosts and extremely good value
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018
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10/10 Excellent
Kate C.
6 Sept 2018
Great venue, welcoming and helpful hosts.
Perfect venue for my husband’s 40th birthday. Plenty of space indoors and outdoors and well equipped. Flexibility on the make up of the bedrooms was ideal.
Nick was a great host and very helpful.
Would highly recommend.
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8/10 Good
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2 Aug 2018
Magical place for family gathering and owners are top notch
Great venue for a family gathering and reunion. Banquet hall is perfect for an event of 100 people. Sleeps 30 people comfortably. Great grounds to explore and play for kids. Staff and owners are amazing - wonderful service and meals.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2018
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8/10 Good
James S.
20 May 2018
Great property for a party
Nick and Cynthia were nice hosts. Cracking big old house which was perfect for a 40th birthday party. Catering was good. Only negative was we were told the PA sound system had to be turned off at midnight which i wasn't aware of until about 20 minutes before. The alternative sound system in the other areas of the house was unfortunately broken. Nick had told us about that before we arrived but it then left us with no music at the party apart from the little speakers we had brought along. We still had fun though!
Stayed 1 night in May 2018
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10/10 Excellent
Audrey M.
15 Jan 2018
Fabulouse house and hosts
Recently stayed at the Manor House for a business team retreat. Plenty of room for 15 people to have their own rooms although if going with friends then can accommodate lots more. There was also plenty of main reception/dining rooms to allow for breakout sessions. The hosts Nick and Cynthia were very welcoming and accommodating and nothing was too much trouble. Will certainly consider booking again for a business or leisure break.