THE POPLARS GUEST HOUSE, Pitlochry

The Poplars Guest House has 7 rooms, including family rooms with interconnecting doors, twin rooms, and deluxe double rooms with private bathrooms. Top-floor rooms look out over Pitlochry and the foothills of the Cairngorms. Bathrooms include bathtubs and separate showers in several room types.

Guests choose their à la carte breakfast the night before, a system that reduces waste and provides freshly cooked portions. The breakfast menu includes locally sourced ingredients and a signature whisky porridge. Special diet menus are available, including gluten-free options for coeliac guests.

The guest house has a garden with outdoor seating and a shared lounge with complimentary whisky and board games. Free private parking, secure bicycle storage, and daily housekeeping are available on-site. The hosts provide local restaurant discounts and Pitlochry Festival Theatre tickets.

The Poplars sits on a hill above Pitlochry, a 5-minute walk from the main street and a 10-minute walk from the train station. The guest house is within 7 km of Killiecrankie and 23 km of Castle Menzies, with Blair Castle and Scone Palace also nearby. Bus 87 stops near the guest house and connects to Blair Castle, Killiecrankie, and the Falls of Bruar.

Hosts Nancy and Scott offer expert local knowledge, with recommendations for walks, restaurants, and events. The guest house provides private check-in and check-out, packed lunches, and a laundry and ironing service. Guests can meet Ruby, the resident Scottish Terrier, upon request.

Rooms: 7 rooms with family interconnecting doors and top-floor views

Breakfast: À la carte menu with whisky porridge and gluten-free options

Facilities: Complimentary whisky lounge, garden, and secure bicycle storage

Location: 7 km from Killiecrankie, 23 km from Castle Menzies, near Blair Castle

Services: Packed lunches, laundry service, and Pitlochry Festival Theatre tickets