Location

The Strone is situated in Dunkeld, one of Perthshire’s most sought after towns. Being in an elevated position, the house has a fabulous view over the town to the hills beyond. Dunkeld is known for its scenic location on the banks of the River Tay, its historic cathedral, its links with Beatrix Potter, its ancient oak trees and The Hermitage (an 18th century woodland pleasure ground created for the Dukes of Atholl). Some of the town’s beautiful walking and cycling paths are accessible directly from The Strone, as is the golf course, and there is access to many other outdoor activities nearby. There is salmon fishing on the rivers Tay, Isla and Ericht and the house is just 36 miles from the ski slopes of Glenshee. The Scottish Wildlife Trust reserve at Loch of the Lowes is famous for its ospreys and attracts many migratory birds.
The Strone is also well placed for access to Perth and Edinburgh via the A9 from Dunkeld. Edinburgh Airport is about 56 miles away. Trains run from Dunkeld train station directly to London. Dunkeld has a selection of excellent independent shops, cafés, hotels and galleries. Blairgowrie (11 miles) has a wider range of shops and supermarkets while Perth which is only 15 miles south has more cultural and leisure facilities including a concert hall, theatre, museums and several leisure centres. In addition to the Royal School of Dunkeld, there are a number of private schools within easy driving distance of The Strone.   

All distances and travel times are approximate.

Description

The Strone was constructed in 2008 to a timeless design that fits in comfortably with the neighbouring properties on Blairgowrie Road. The accommodation was originally arranged over a single storey, however in 2021 the attic was converted to add two further en-suite bedrooms. The Strone has been immaculately maintained and upgraded over the years, most recently with the installation of an air source heat pump and an electric car charging point.

Double entrance doors open to a vestibule and then to the reception hall which gives access to all the main ground floor rooms. The principal living space is the open plan kitchen/dining/living room. This is a wonderfully uplifting room, decorated in calm neutral tones and filled with southerly light. The kitchen is sleek, modern and unfussy, blending seamlessly with the living/dining area and also with the circular tower room which is a lovely spot to sit and enjoy the glorious view. An open fire warms the living/dining area in the winter, and glass doors connect to the garden in the summer. On the ground floor there is also a separate sitting room (with a fireplace), three bedrooms all with en suite facilities and built in cupboards, and a utility room. On the first floor two lovely en suite bedrooms have fabulous views. The larger of the bedrooms also has a dressing room and a study has been created on the landing. There are two large walk-in store rooms on the first floor in addition to the three store cupboards on the ground floor.

Outside
The Strone sits in about 0.32 acres and its garden is particularly beautiful. It has been thoughtfully landscaped and maintained, and is filled with carefully chosen plants that provide colour and interest throughout the spring and summer. Curved pathways, herbaceous borders, rose beds, arched trellises and climbing plants all add to the character of the garden. To the side of the house is a sheltered kitchen garden where there are raised beds, a greenhouse and fruit trees. At the front of the house there is gravel parking for several cars.

Outbuildings
Double garage with electric doors and EV charging point
Greenhouse

Directions

From the centre of Dunkeld drive through the town heading north on the A923.Pass the entrance to Dunkeld House Hotel and then turn right (a continuation of the A923) signposted to Blairgowrie. The entrance to The Strone is on the right after about 140m.