Etape Caledonia Training Rides (Easy, Moderate and Advanced Rides) give you full support as you prepare for the event in May - why not come up and stay and take part in a traing ride to help you prepare for the event?
We suggest you make you trip worth while by taking in these other cycling events too. Look at the full Highland Perthshire Cycling Festival Program and the Cycling Festival BIG Day (the day before Etape Caledonia).
Glenburn Cottage - Grandtully (15minutes from Pitlochry).
In the village of Grandtully, totally refurbished from top to bottom, has 4 bedrooms sleeping 8 people, 2 x twins and 2 large doubles both of which can quite easily accommodate 1 extra single bed on request both with Free-view tv - large lounge with free-view tv. Ample private parking and a stone built shed for bikes.
Available all year. 07734 803 748, or 01796 482 241 or 01887 840 207 or 07787 504 061 e.mail carolyne.moran@btinternet.com
Availability Etape Caledonia w/e 12th May 2012 - Available. (Updated 26th January 2012).
Erigmore Estate Leisure Park, (No camping or touring caravans)
Birnam, Dunkeld. PH8 0BJ
Tel 01350 727236 http://www.erigmore.co.uk/
Availability Etape Caledonia w/e 12th May 2012 - 1 two bedroom caravan, 1 three bed caravan, 1 two bedroom Spa Lodge, (Updated 26th January 2012).
Dunolly House
Taybridge Drive, Aberfeldy PH15 2BP
01887 820298 www.DunollyAdventures.co.uk
Availability Etape Caledonia w/e 12th May 2012 - Single nights available in bunk rooms (single sex and mixed sex), some 6 bed dorms available. (Updated 26th January 2012).
Little Chapleton - Tulliemet is often described as a ‘timeless’ place, situated on a plateau about 200 metres above sea level with views of hills, fields and wonderful skyscapes. Chapelton is the perfect retreat for lovers of the countryside but if your interests extend to eating out, theatre or shopping, the country towns of Pitlochry and Aberfeldy are but short drives away
Tulliemet, By Pitlochry. PH9 0PA
01796 482 722 http://www.selfcateringperthshire.com
Availability Etape Caledonia w/e 12th May 2012 - Lower Chapelton sleeps 2 Available. 2 night minimum stay (Updated 26th January 2012).
Little Puddockwells
Dunkeld Perthshire PH8 0HQ
Tel 01738 710536 or mobile 07740 982465 www.cottagedunkeld.co.uk
Availability Etape Caledonia w/e 12th May 2012 - Available. Two twin bedrooms. (Updated 26th January 2012).
Culdees Bunkhouse (drying facilities & secure bike storage)
Boreland Farm, Fearnan, Aberfeldy, Highland Perthshire, PH15 2PG + 44 (0) 1887 830519 http://www.culdeesbunkhouse.co.uk
The perfect place to spend a relaxed night after a great day out in the Highlands of Scotland. Located right in the heart of the Highlands with magnificent views overlooking Loch Tay.
Cyclist can pre-order provisions, to collect on arrival.
Availability Etape Caledonia w/e 12th May 2012 - 1 double room available, 7 bunk house beds available (a bunk house consists of 4 rooms each with 4 beds), 4 family rooms (a double bed plus a 2 single full size bunk beds). (2 night min'm booking). (Updated 26th January 2012).
Kirkmichael Apartments,
Main Street, Kirkmichael PH10 7NT
Fully equipped,self catering apartments in the beautiful village of Kirkmichael - only 12 miles from Pitlochry. Sleep from 2 to 8 [travel cot available]. Linen, towels and power included. Secure cycle storage. On site laundry. Pets welcome. From £25 pppn [min 2 nights].
Tel. Angie - 07717 618 129 www.kirkmichaelapartments.com
Availability Etape Caledonia w/e 12th May 2012 - Apartments sleeping 2 to 8 available. (Updated 15th December 2011).
Laighwood Hoildays, (Secure Bike Storage) have everything from a cosy hillside cottage to the magnificent former West Wing of our 19th century shooting lodge, a premier luxuriously appointed property with far reaching views across the rolling Perthshire countryside. Butterstone, By Dunkeld PH8 0HB (Approx 30 minutes by car from Pitlochry) 01350 724241 http://www.laighwood.co.uk
Availability Etape Caledonia w/e 12th May 2012 - Available. (Updated 19th October 2011).
Highland Club, (Some Drying and Storage facilities for cyclists)
The Avenue, Kinloch Rannoch PH16 5PR
01796 471850 http://www.lochrannoch.org.uk/
Availability Etape Caledonia w/e 12th May 2012 - Available. (Updated 30th September 2011)
HOME FROM HOME PERTHSHIRE, self-catering cottages
T: 01796 470048 www.homefromhomeperthshire.com
Availability Etape Caledonia w/e 12th May 2012 - Available. (Updated 17th May 2011).
AVERON COTTAGE- (Blair Atholl village, 6m Central Pitlochry) Sleeps 2-6,
COURBANK CHALET- (Central Aberfeldy) - Sleeps 2
GREENRIDGE GARDEN APARTMENT- (Central Pitlochry) Sleeps 2
2 STATION COTTAGES – (Dalnaspidal) Sleeps 4,
CLUNSKEA FARMHOUSE – (6m Central Pitlochry) Sleeps 5,
BRACKLIN - (Central Pitlochry) - Sleeps 2 - 8
KIRK LODGE - (2m Central Pitlochry) Sleeps 2 - 6,
KNOCKDARROCH FARM HOUSE - (3m Central Pitlochry) Sleeps 2 - 8,
EASTER AUCHNAGUIE - (5m Central Pitlochry) Sleeps 2 - 5,
Woodlands Cottage - Refurbished in 2009. Sleeps 7 in 3 large double/twin rooms with 3 bathrooms, a well-equipped dining kitchen, large sitting room with open fire, full central heating, wrap-around conservatory with dining table and panoramic views of the Tay Valley. Tel 01796 473121, East Haugh, Pitlochry, Highland Perthshire, PH16 5JS http://www.easthaugh.co.uk/special-offers/woodlands-cottage.htm
Availability Etape Caledonia w/e 12th May 2012 FULL (Updated 26th January 2012).
Atholl Estates, Blair Castle, Blair Atholl Pitlochry PH18 5TL
Tel 01796 481263 www.atholl-estates.co.uk
Comfortable holiday homes and unique lodges with great facilities for cyclists including drying room. 40 miles of waymarked trails of varying distances and difficulty on your doorstep. Access to maps advice and information.
Availability Etape Caledonia w/e 12th May 2012 - 5 lodges 2 bed (sleeps 4) and 3 bed (sleeps 6). (Updated 13th December 2011).
Smiddy Cottage
Rural location 7 miles from Pitlochry. Secure lock up for bicycles and utility room, ideal for washing and drying facilities. 01796 482270 http://www.selfcateringfor2.co.uk/
Availability Etape Caledonia w/e 12th May 2012 - FULL. (Updated 26th January 2012).
Moness Country Club,
Crieff Road, Aberfeldy, Highland Perthshire, PH15 2DY.
0845 3302838 www.moness.com/caledonian-race.aspx
Availability Etape Caledonia w/e 12th May 2012 - 1 bedroom chalets sleep upto 4 (main double/twin with pullout sofa), 2 bedroom sleeps 6 (2 double/twin bedrooms with pullout sofa and extra bathroom). (Updated 26th January 2012).
Dall Mill, Dall, South Loch Rannoch, PH17 2QH. (Outside tap, lockable undercover space, drying room) 0778 606 3678 www.lochrannochselfcatering.co.uk
Dall Mill is a high three star standard property which sleeps up to 10 people. It welcomes cyclists and walkers. In 5 acres of land, on Loch Rannoch, it is ideal for families or groups of ten people. After a tough day cycling, relax in warm comfortable surroundings with wonderful views on the edge of the Black Wood of Rannoch.
Availability Etape Caledonia w/e 12th May 2012 - FULL (Updated 12th January 2012).
Kinnaird Woodland Lodges
Our accommodation is graded 4 star and is set up to provide you with all facilities to enjoy this spectacular area of Scotland. All lodges have patio decks with outside lounging and dining furniture with BBQ. Inside they feature cosy woodburners and most now have spa bath. There is an airing cupboard for your clothes and we are happy to store your bikes in the shed.
Tel: 01796 472 843 www.selfcatering-in-scotland.co.uk
Availability Etape Caledonia w/e 12th May 2012 - FULL. (Updated 15th December 2011).
Atholl Cottage - Killiecrankie
3 miles from Pitlochry and 2 miles from Blair Atholl. Pitlochry PH16 5LN
01796 470017
http://www.athollcottage.co.uk/
Availability Etape Caledonia w/e 12th May 2012 - FULLY BOOKED. (Updated 4th October 2011).
The Hayloft, at the Coachhouse
Grandtully, Pitlochry PH9 0PL
Tel 07766 315 466 or 07810 435 534
Email: info@selfcateringgrandtully.co.uk
www.selfcateringgrandtully.co.uk
The Hayloft sleeps 8 to 10 people with a spacious open plan Kitchen, living, dining area. For larger groups than 10 we can arrange accommodation nearby. The Hayloft is above the original Coaching Inn in Grandtully in the heart of the stunning Tay Valley. It is situated less than 50 metres from the National Slalom Course on the River Tay providing excellent accommodation for adventure seeking watersport enthusiasts. It is also right on the course of the 81mile Etape Caledonia closed road race, There is also a golf course, theatre, restaurants, distilleries and wonderful shopping experiences nearby.
Availability Etape Caledonia w/e 14th May 2011 - 12th May 2012 - FULLY BOOKED. (Updated 30th September 2011).
Elmwood House (Secure cycle storage).
16 Lower Oakfield, Pitlochry PH16 5DS
Stone built villa situated in a conservation area within easy walking distance of the town centre and all local amenities. South facing terrace with lovely views. Two fully equipped self catering apartments, both with lounge/kitchen, bathroom and double bedded room. Linen and towels provided.
Short breaks (min 3 nights) and flexible arrival days. Open all year.
Tel: 01796 474 355 www.pitlochryselfcatering.com
Etape Caledonia w/e 12th May 2012 - FULLY BOOKED FOR ETAPE (Updated 29th September 2011)
Special Offers available for Etape Training Breaks prior to race weekend -
Holiday Lodges @ Old Faskally
Two bedroom. 3 star, fully equipped self-catering holiday lodges. Sleeps 5. Full Week or Short Breaks. All linen provided. Pets welcome. Open all year. Killiecrankie, Pitlochry. PH16 5LR
01796 473 436 www.oldfaskally.co.uk
Availability Etape Caledonia w/e 12th May 2012 - FULLY BOOKED. (Updated 23rd September 2011).
Blair Cottage
Station Road, Pitlochry P.H16 5AN 01796 473423 www.pitlochrybedandbreakfast.co.uk
Availability Etape Caledonia w/e 12th May 2012 - FULL. (Updated 13th December 2011).
2 Lairds Court Inn 4 star self catering property.
Sleeps 3 (Secure store available off courtyard for bikes, fishing rods, golf clubs etc.)
Dunkeld PH8 OAR Tel 07808 481 311 www.dunkeldholidayaccommodation.com
Availability Etape Caledonia w/e 12th May 2012 - FULL (Updated 15th December 2011).
Perth Log Cabin - a luxurious newly built Log Cabin Located on the Etape route at the Braes of Foss spectator point. Secure storage space, off road parking and drying facilities. T: 01887 830831 M: 07736 251851 E: niciward@mac.com www.perthlogcabin.co.uk
Availability Etape Caledonia w/e 12th May 2012 - FULL. (Updated 15th December 2011).
Squirrel Cottage
"Probably the best cottage (of many) that we have stayed at. Comfort, facilities, cleanliness, location, walks, red squirrels, birds - it has them all."
Squirrel cottage besides having a lovely large conservatory has a reputation for the range of wild life that can be seen when staying here. Red Squirrels as already mentioned, literally hundreds of birds at the feeders, Roe and Fallow deer are regularly sited and on two occassions Pine Martin have been seen.
There are a number of walks and cycle routes that can be taken from Squirrel Cottage including through the Pass of Killiecrankie, 'Soldiers Leep' and the National Trust of Scotland Visitor Centre.
Killiecrankie PH16 5LG
01796 473335 www.squirrelcottage.net
Availability Etape Caledonia w/e 12th May 2012 - FULLY BOOKED. (Updated 15th December 2011).