Birchwood Hotel
Birchwood Hotel descritpion
This Victorian, family-run house is set in 2 acres of woodland and a 5 minute walk to the town of Pitlochry. It offers uniquely decorated bedrooms, good food and lush grounds.
The Birchwood is within a 30 minute drive to Tummel and Loch Rannoch. Guests can enjoy breathtaking scenery while walking, cycling, climbing or fishing.
The Birchwood Hotel’s restaurant offers the best of fresh, Scottish produce. The menu, which is recreated daily, is complimented by a selection of fine wines.
Each bedroom is unique and has color co-ordinated linens, curtains and bedding. All beds have electric blankets for cold nights and all rooms come with tea/coffee making facilities.
Guests can relax on the hotel’s grounds, which occasionally get a visit from a deer or red squirrels inhabiting the woodland.
The Birchwood has retained much of it Victorian character, including open fires, gleaming brasses, pine-wood paneling, tall, pine-framed windows and elaborate cornices.
For guests arriving by train or bus, transportation can be arranged and parking is free at the hotel.
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Facilities of Birchwood Hotel
Outdoors ：Grounds
Pets ：Pets are not allowed.
Food & Drink ：Restaurant | Bar
Internet ：Free!WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking ：Free!Free public parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
General ：All Spaces Non-Smoking (public and private)
Reviews for Birchwood Hotel
Review 1：a grabrail would have been handy in the shower,also a non slip mat. curtains in the room would have been nice rather than venetian blind.
Review 2：pleasant staff. good breakfast, especially the porridge!!
Review 3：Very convenient for area and theatre Comfortable All staff friendly and helpful Excellent breakfast with durst class personal service Would definitely use again
Review 4：The food was great. We enjoyed their dinner our first night, which it doesn't seem many folks partake in. The owner was very kind and helpful. The location is superb for exploring town or hiking the hills. Loved the character and charm of the hotel.
Review 5：The gentleman at the desk knew I would be checking in very late, and on top of that I called to say I would be arriving at 11.15 (fifteen minutes past him locking the door). He was NOT HAPPY, and gave some major attitude, acting like it was a massive inconvenience. The room was a tiny shoebox, with the most uncomfortable bed ever. Scratchy sheets and a terribly old blanket.
Review 6：THe location was good. The room was inexpensive. Good water pressure in the shower.
Review 7：Single room was small but still comfortable. WiFi works best in the lounge and doesn't reach the rooms very well.
Review 8：Beautiful location, charming place to stay and the staff were very friendly. Breakfast was great as well! A great base for exploring Pitlochry and the Perthshire area.
Review 9：The friendliness and helpfulness of the staff. They rushed out to help me both in and out with my luggage to my room even though I was capable of carrying it myself. I was always greeted with a smile and interest in how I was enjoying myself. I have been several times and for a single traveller I cannot find anywhere better.
Review 10：I could have done with better quality pillows on the bed. Also not sure about the idea of leaving room key on board in reception as this could be open to theft.
Review 11：Lovely old hotel set in its own grounds in a very quiet location yet only minutes walk from the twon and theatre.
Review 12：Breakfast was only average. Lacked quantity and choice. No fresh fruit!
Review 13：Traditional but well equipped room.clean and well presented. Evening meal of good quality but expensive.
Review 14：Disappointing view/position of room - overlooked backyard with washing line and wheelie bins. Seemed to be no choice re dining room table at breakfast as a solo person, seated by staff, no window view both mornings that I stayed. Discounted room should not really make difference to dining experience. Although food good and dining room lovely it would have been nice for at least one morning to be seated with window view of gardens.
Review 15：Breakfast - great selection/choice of food. Gardens lovely, well maintained and accessible, able to explore or to relax in them. Downstairs entrance and communal areas very atmospheric and make a good first impression. Staff informative and friendly/welcoming.
Review 16：The strictness of Breakfast, The serving of fruit juice (small glass per person), and no self service for cereals, fruit or other cold choices. cooked breakfast was of a high standard but again sparse in quantity.
Review 17：Cleanliness, Peacefull,
Review 18：I found the pillows not very comfy, but I always have problems with hotel pillows so it may just be me. I'm sure you could ask for additional ones, as the hotel owners go to great lengths to help!
Review 19：Helpfulness of staff; my bike slept safely in the hall overnight, and John gave excellent tips on the best cycle routes around Loch Tummel
Review 20：Our room was amazing, the bed, large and comfortable. The service was wonderful and breakfast was amazing. You can also have meals there, and there is a bar. The location was perfect for exploring Pitlochry and surrounding areas. You could even walk to town.
Review 21：Breakfast service had limited time availability and a coffee/tea-less wait in the reception area. Bring your own hair-dryer (if you are used to power) and conditioner.
Review 22：The setting/building and decor of the reception areas was wonderful. Gardens and home were well kept, minimal aging/wear issues. Lots of brochures for local sites were available.
Review 23：Nothing at all
Review 24：This hotel is easy to find and offers a warm welcome. It was very quiet when we stayed which added to the tranquility of its edge of town location. It is a very short walk to the centre of town though. The owner's are great. We didn't eat in the hotel in the evenings but I can highly recommend the breakfast, which has enough choices for everyone. Thank you for a great stay! (Oh, and sorry I accidentally pinched you shower gel...I genuinely thought it was ours)
Review 25：Leaving
Review 26：Restaurant meals are delicious, freshly prepared to order. A friendly polite atmosphere with a wealth of local knowledge. Ask to see John's stunning Perthshire photography.
Review 27：Superlative accommodation. Delicious meals, beautifully cooked and expertly presented. The owners were very friendly and willing to provide help with information about suitable excursions in this beautiful part of Scotland.
Review 28：I enjoyed my week at birchwood hotel very much. The owners are friendly, provide good counsel, and try to fulfill guest wishes. (I had to depart on some days before breakfast time. As they do not have a 24/7 reception it was a welcomed surprise that it was possible to have a full breakfast at an earlier time). There is no question where I will stay at my next visit in Pitlochry.
Review 29：We enjoyed the, hospitality,the delicious food. The comfort of this Hotel is excellent,they cater for Theatre Visitors by serving an early dinner,and on return a wee nightcap & chat with other visitors in a lounge with a coal fire. The Hotel itself is very tastefully decorated,and compliments the 1890 Hotel . We will definitely go back to this excellent hotel,
Review 30：Room was cold. Damp smell from bathroom. Glass shelf badly positioned above sink-couldn't wash face as it was in the way.
Review 31：the look of the Grand House Food. Sitting room Free wifi Location
Review 32：We were welcomed by John on our arrival. The home is beautiful, lots of character. We were just a few minutes walk from the village so didn't need our car at all. Breakfast was delicious. All of the staff were friendly and helpful, overall a great experience
Review 33：Excellent location, friendly hosts, excellent service - a bit "old fashioned", but in a very good way. Breakfast was very good, everything cooked to order and brought to the table. We can recommend the porridge. We have not had dinner, but other guests told us that it was excellent and also freshly cooked. Next time! We would definitely come again.
Review 34：The location was great, easy to access to the town center as well as the hiking tracks. The owner was very nice. The room was big, clean, bed comfortable. Excellent breakfasts. Would stay there again.
Review 35：Bedroom badly needed updating with furnishings and bedding inadequate for this era. Very overheated room .
Review 36：Location and the Victorian House. Very good service in the dining room with lovely dinner and excellent breakfast
Review 37：No complaints.
Review 38：At breakfast the service was quick and used plates were removed quickly. Although the hotel is quite near to the main road through the town, no traffic noise could be heard from my room.
Review 39：Room was a little cold and couldn't find a way to warm it up. Bathroom quite small (compared with size of room).
Review 40：All very traditional. Lovely old house in pleasant surrounds. Delicious breakfast. Care and attention of owners. Big bedroom. Very quiet at night (allows for a great sleep!)
Review 41：Absolutely everything. Friendly welcome and service which continued all the way through our holiday. Have got to mention Viv's best muesli- ever!! Food wonderful- I want to go back and intend to do that. Perfect location, have been going to Pitlochry for years and sorry I didn't find this treasure sooner. Clean, beautiful and friendly- PERFECT!!!!!
Review 42：The service was great, the proprietor gracious, and we liked the meals very much.
Review 43：uncomfortable bed.
Review 44：Room was warm and clean and the breakfast was nicely cooked.
Review 45：Very friendly host.
Review 46：The pillows were a little thin for me but more were provided.
Review 47：Breakfasts were excellent. Freshly cooked , well presented. Friendly family run hotel.
Review 48：nothing
Review 49：lovely stay, breakfast and staff
Review 50：The table service at breakfast was of a very high standard not seen in many hotels.
Review 51：Nothing
Review 52：Friendly staff
Review 53：Friendly atmosphere
Review 54：decor of public rooms a little dated
Review 55：Good room and ensuite; very good breakfasts.
Review 56：Friendliness of staff
Review 57：Quiet location, convenient for the Festival Theatre.
Review 58：Location of the hotel, friendliness of the staff, nice to re-visit again from 30 years ago.
Review 59：Could not get WiFi in room.
Review 60：The staff were very helpful.
Review 61：Overall great property
Review 62：Nothing to dislike
Review 63：Great location for walks
Review 64：Very comfortable room and lovely freshly booked breakfast.
Review 65：Nothing.
Review 66：In a word, everything.
Review 67：no complaints at all
Review 68：the hospitality and service was excellent
Review 69：A single room that is not a cupboard and up in the attic. Beautifully cooked dinners.
Review 70：Easy walking distance of centre, pleasant staff.
Review 71：The Hotel is located on the edge of the village, in ease walk to the centre for eating
Review 72：Staff very obliging and give first class service. You are made to feel at home. Food excellent.
Review 73：A relaxed nicely maintained and presented small hotel in a convenient location in the town.
Review 74：The owner John. Very kind personality and very knowledgeable about the area!
Review 75：Very pleasant position and friendly staff
Review 76：Friendly, comfortable and warm stay. Very good breakfasts. Excellent location & grounds..
Review 77：Location. just a short walk to shops, bars. Owners were pleasant and hotel had character and peaceful atmosphere
Review 78：Location and ambiance. Regular appearance of red squirrel at breakfast. Menu choice considering out of season visit.
Review 79：Nice hotel, good breakfast, cosy Lounge, friendly host
Review 80：Spotlessly clean, friendly but not intrusive, good food, lovely log fire. Perfect for our short break. Will be back.
Review 81：No negatives for us!
Review 82：Proximity to village centre Very comfortable room Large modern bathroom Excellent home cooking
Review 83：Breakfast menu and quality of food Flexible attitude of staff Quiet location Near to town centre
Review 84：Lack of internet in some rooms
Review 85：Attention to detail Friendliness Ambience
Review 86：The house
Review 87：Location Very nice old building Nicely funished & decorated
Review 88：Bed was uncomfortable.
Review 89：Hotel was very quiet during night.
Review 90：Warm and friendly welcome. Hotel secluded by a beautiful peacefull woodland.
Review 91：The bathroom and shower is rather small, but very clean.
Review 92：The hospitalety, the food and the location. The beds are very comfortable!
Review 93：There was nothing we did not like
Review 94：The hotel is spotlessly clean, the rooms spacious and comfortable and the staff could not have been more helpful and friendly. The breakfast was delicious. We would not hesitate to use this hotel again
Review 95：Having only booked for one night!
Review 96：A beautiful building surrounded by gardens and woods. Fitted out with all one would need. The hotel is run by two lovely people who offer a level of service rarely encountered these days. Try the evening meal, you will not be disappointed.
Review 97：We honestly could not fault anything about this hotel from our arrival to our departure.
Review 98：We had a small problem with the shower and was seen to and repaired immediately. The waitress in the dining room had the most amazing happy smile every day and was very professional yet friendly.
Review 99：A huge Thankyou to the extremely welcoming and helpful owners/staff who went out of their way to make my Easter holiday a memorable one. Spotlessly clean rooms and facilities. Deliciously varied menu for both Breakfast and Evening Meal. Traditional surroundings in a peaceful naturistic woodland setting and only a short walk from town centre. Neighbouring towns and other tourist destinations in Highland Perthshire were easily accessible by a very good local bus and rail service allowing the Birchwood Hotel to be an excellent base for longer stays.
Review 100：Single room was awkward shape and bed not very comfortable. Was better after removal of electric blanket
Review 101：Friendly helpful staff. Surrounded by trees but within walking distance of town. Best reading light ever.
Review 102：Bed in single room was a bit too hard for me.
Review 103：Location - very handy to walk into town, and to walk to Theatre. A really good breakfast - delicious, good choice and fresh produce. Room very clean, lovely en-suite shower-room with modern décor.
Review 104：Single bed a bit on the hard side but bearable, not all beds suit everyone so just a minor point I suppose.
Review 105：Cost and cleanliness. Staff were very helpful and welcoming. Also very good heating control within the room, this was brilliant!
Review 106：We received a very warm welcome on arrival and were kindly offered help to bring the luggage in. The dinner was beautifully cooked and presented and the dining room staff very attentive without being obtrusive. The hotel has been tastefully decorated to a high standard and the bathroom in our room was absolutely superb. Staying here was a very enjoyable experience.
Review 107：Coming away
Review 108：Availability of single room Very good breakfast selection Easily controllable heating Comfortable lounge Good parking ("lowish season" Very convenient location Excellent proprietors and staff Good supply of tourist info, both in printed and personally provided form Gardens for sitting out in the sun when there is any sun
Review 109：Warm welcome, friendly helpful staff.Very comfortable quiet room with efficient controllable heating and view over garden; compact bathroom with heated towel rail. Electric blanket on bed - though not needed, a nice touch. Breakfast freshly cooked to order, very tasty.
Review 110：Bedroom just a bit cramped and the setee not quite as comfortable as once it had been.
Review 111：Owners and staff very friendly and helpful. Convenient location for town and for trips to surrounding countryside and for the theatre.Fine pre-ordered dinners.Comfortable lounge.