Thursday, 31 July 2008

The Watermill Bookshop, Aberfeldy, Loch Tay

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The Watermill Bookshop, Aberfeldy, Loch Tay.
The Watermill in Aberfeldy is a unique development, bringing together the largest bookshop in the rural Highlands (with 5,000 titles), contemporary art gallery, music and coffee shop. All this is located in a stunning Grade A listed former watermill set in Aberfeldy in the beautiful Perthshire Highlands.

The Watermill was opened by Michael Palin in May 2005 and in May 2006 won the award for Scottish Independent Bookshop of the Year.

Aberfeldy is only a short drive from the new holiday home development at Tigh na Loan, Fearnan, Loch Tay and the Watermill is well worth a visit.

Wednesday, 30 July 2008

The Enchanted Forest, Pitlochry

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The Enchanted Forest, Pitlochry.
The town of Pitlochry has established a number of major events and festivals that have become part of the yearly calendar and draw large numbers of visitors to the town each year.

Residents of the new luxury holiday home development at Tigh na Loan, Fearnan, Loch Tay are well placed to take advantage of all that Pitlochry has to offer.

One of the most popular events is The Enchanted Forest which is a sound and light show which takes place outdoors at Faskally Wood. Using the forest as a natural backdrop you will experience a lighting show which is totally unique and quite simply, out of this world !

The Enchanted Forest is renowned to be Scotland's premier sound and light experience and attracts around 20,000 visitors every year. This year the event takes place from the 17th October to the 2nd November.

Tuesday, 29 July 2008

Fractional Ownership Options at Tigh na Loan, Loch Tay


Tigh na Loan is a stunning new holiday home development in the village of Fearnan on the north shores of Loch Tay.

As well as offering these magnificent holiday homes for outright purchase Hadden Homes also plan to offer purchasers the opportunity to buy a quarter share. Each owner will be entitled to visit for 12 weeks in each year. The year will be divided into seasons: gold, silver and bronze and owners will be able to use their property for up to four weeks in gold season, six weeks in silver and two weeks in bronze.

Fractional Ownership is relatively new to the UK but is very well established and successful in the USA. Its success is based on the simple principle of family and groups of people pooling their resources to purchase luxury assets such as yachts and holiday homes and equally sharing the costs of purchase and maintenance.

For more information please call Hadden Homes on 01764 694723.

Friday, 25 July 2008

Loch Tay Video


Loch Tay Video.

Thursday, 24 July 2008

Killin Highland Games




Killin Highland Games

Just a short drive avay from our Luxury Holiday Home Development is the Killin Highland Games. It takes place on Wednesday 30 July 2008 at Breadalbane Park Killin from 11am-5pm

Traditional Highland Games including strength events with some of the world's strongest men, piping and dancing competitions, open hill race, trade stands, mini fairground and Chieftains Parade.

Admission - Adults £5, Senior Citizens & Children £3

Wednesday, 23 July 2008

Alloa Bowmar Pipe Band



Alloa Bowmar Pipe Band

The Alloa Bowmar Pipe Band are playing a free concert on the Sunday 27 July. It starts & finishes at Falls of Dochart Bridge in Killin from 2pm till 4pm

The Alloa Bowmar Pipe Band will play at the Falls of Dochart and various points along the Main Street.

Killin is just a short drive west along the banks of Loch Tay from our Luxury Holiday Home Development at Tigh Na Loan.

Tuesday, 22 July 2008

Construction Works Progressing



Construction Works Progressing

Construction works are moving forward with the redevelopment of the site. The front block comprising of luxury 2 and 3 bedroom holiday homes is well on its way to completion.

Monday, 21 July 2008

Lawers 2 Bedroom Homes

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Lawers 2 Bedroom Homes

At Tigh Na Loan, Loch Tay, Perthshire there is a magnificent collection of Lawers Style 2 bedroomed holiday homes. Named after the mighty Ben Lawers that towers over the North Shores of Loch Tay, these luxury holiday offer a true home from home in the heart of Highland Perthshire

Sunday, 20 July 2008

Dochart 3 Bedroom Homes

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Dochart 3 Bedroom Homes

At Tigh Na Loan, Fearnan, Perthshire, be sure to arrange a viewing of the magnificent Dochart 3 Bedroom Holiday Homes. Named after the spectacular Falls of Dochart in nearby Killin, these luxurious holiday homes can accommodate 6 to 8 persons comfortably.

Saturday, 19 July 2008

Acharn 1 Bedroom Homes

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Acharn 1 Bedroom Homes

At our luxury holiday homes developemt on the banks of loch tay, why not purchase an Acharn Style 1 bedroom holiday home. Named afer the Famous Falls of Acharn nearby these holiday homes comfortably sleep 4 people and are the latest in contemporary design.

Friday, 18 July 2008

Ardeonaig Hotel and Restaurant


Ardeonaig Hotel and Restaurant

Whilst staying in our luxury holiday homes on the north banks of Loch Tay, why not pay a visit to the Ardeonaig Hotel and Restaurant., for fine wining and dining on the south shores of Loch Tay

Osprey Watching near Loch Tay

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Osprey Watching near Loch Tay.

Although residents of the luxury holiday home development at Tigh Na Loan, Fearnan, Loch Tay may see ospreys on the loch there are a few wildlife reserves nearby where you are guaranteed to see this magnificent bird.

The Loch of the Lowes Wildlife Reserve is one of Scotland's most popular sites for watching ospreys. The reserve is situated 2 miles north east of Dunkeld, just off the A923 Dunkeld to Blairgowrie road (signposted).

Ospreys can also be seen at the Boat of Garten RSPB reserve near Aviemore.

Thursday, 17 July 2008

Mountain Walks in the Loch Tay Area.

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Mountain Walks in the Loch Tay Area.
One of the best known landmarks and most popular walks in Scotland is Schiehallion. The name Schiehallion is an anglicised form of the Gaelic name Sidh Chailleann which is usually translated as 'Fairy Hill of the Caledonians'.

The usual start point for the walk is the Braes of Foss Car Park which is located off a minor road that runs off the B846 between Tummel Bridge and Aberfeldy. Easily reached from the new luxury holiday home development at Tigh Na Loan, Fearnan. From the car park an obvious path climbs to the broad and rocky summit ridge, where walkers can enjoy magnificent views over Rannoch Moor. In recent years the John Muir Trust, a leading wild land conservation body, has done extensive restoration work on the footpath.

Wednesday, 16 July 2008

Black Grouse seen near Loch Tay

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Black Grouse seen near Loch Tay.
Walkers on Kenmore Hill which is situated close to the new luxury holiday home development at Tigh Na Loan, Fearnan, Loch Tay may be lucky enough to spot a black grouse, a species in general decline throughout the country but which is making a spectacular comeback within this woodland habitat.

Walkers may also spot red grouse, buzzard and kestrel as well as the occasional golden eagle.

Tuesday, 15 July 2008

Kenmore Hill, near Aberfeldy, Loch Tay

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Kenmore Hill, near Aberfeldy, Loch Tay.
There are a selection of walking routes in and around Aberfeldy which are easily accessible from the new luxury holiday home development situated at Tigh Na Loan, Fearnan, Loch Tay.

On Bolfracks Estate near Aberfeldy, the remnants of an ancient pinewood have been restored to their former glory through a replanting programme designed to recreate a small section of the Caledonian forest which once covered most of the Scottish Highlands.

There are 3 walks clearly signposted which start from the car park which can be reached from the Kenmore to Amulree Road. The shorter Larch Walk takes walkers on a gentle journey through the centre of the forest to a small summit with views of Kenmore and Loch Tay. While the slightly longer Waterfall Walk leads to the Allt a' Bhealach gorge which can be a magnificent sight when the river is in spate. The longest walk starts with a climb to the summit of Kenmore Hill from where there are great view of Loch Tay, Schiehallion and Ben Lawers. The trail then continues downhill and joins a rough track at the bottom which leads back to the car park.

Monday, 14 July 2008

Shooting at Chesthill, near Loch Tay

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Shooting at Chesthill, near Loch Tay.
Shooting enthusiasts purchasing a new holiday home at Tigh na Loan, Fearnan, Loch Tay need look no further than North Chesthill Estate.

North Chesthill Estate is a small, private family highland estate situated 3.5 miles up Glenlyon. The estate diversified into clay pigeon shooting about 4 years ago and the shooting ground is laid out for sporting targets of many varieties.

The shooting ground sits in spectacular countryside at the foot of the mountains.
For further information visit www.chesthill.com

Sunday, 13 July 2008

Tour along Glenlyon Road, Loch Tay


Tour along Glenlyon Road, Loch Tay
Picture taken from the car on the road from Fortingall to Bridge of Balgie in the beautiful Glen Lyon. A drive down Glen Lyon is a great day out from the lovely new holiday homes at Tigh Na Loan, Fearnan, Loch Tay.

Saturday, 12 July 2008

Pitlochry, Scotland


Pitlochry, Scotland.
Some lovely images of Pitlochry which is only a 30 minutes drive from the lovely holiday home development at Fearnan, Loch Tay.

Friday, 11 July 2008

Golf Passes around Loch Tay

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Golf Passes around Loch Tay.
Golfers living at the new holiday home development at Tigh Na Loan, Fearnan, Loch Tay can purchase the Perthshire Green Card which offers discounted golf on 19 of Perthshire's 18-hole venues. All of which are within easy driving distance of the luxury holiday home development.
The ticket costs £85 for 5 rounds and £55 for 3 rounds and are valid for play throughout the season of purchase.

Thursday, 10 July 2008

Highland Games at Aberfeldy, Loch Tay

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Highland Games at Aberfeldy, Loch Tay.
The Atholl & Breadalbane Highland Games take place on 9th August 2008 on Aberfeldy's Victoria Park.

Visitors to the games can expect traditional Highland fun and games from the heavy sporting events such as the shot putt, hammer throwing and caber tossing to the more artistic Scottish dancing and bagpiping.

The town of Aberfeldy is only a 10 minute drive from the Luxury Holiday Home Development at Tigh Na Loan, Fearnan, Loch Tay

Wednesday, 9 July 2008

Loch Tay Pottery

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Loch Tay Pottery.
The towns and villages in the heart of Perthshire have a variety of shops featuring a wide range of arts and crafts.

In the small hamlet of Fearnan on the north shore of Loch Tay, near the new Luxury Holiday Home Development at Tigh Na Loan you will find Loch Tay Pottery. The owner Andrew Burt produces a wide range of hand thrown items for domestic use and decoration. Prices range from £1.50 to £35.00 for individual items. Why not pay him a visit.
Telephone - 01887 830 251

Tuesday, 8 July 2008

Beautiful Loch Tay, Scotland

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Beautiful Loch Tay, Scotland
In a land blessed with so much splendid scenery, Loch Tay (Scottish Gaelic, Loch Tatha) is one of the highlights. Fourteen miles long, narrow and flanked on both sides by magnificent mountains and breathtaking scenery.

Killin at the head of the loch, and Kenmore at the outflow of the River Tay are the main settlements on the lochside today. The smaller settlements of Acharn, Ardeonaig and Ardtalnig are located on the south side of the loch whilst Fearnan and Lawers are on the north side.

Hadden Homes are currently building a development of 36 luxury holiday homes at Tigh Na Loan in Fearnan with unrivalled views over Loch Tay.

Monday, 7 July 2008

Horse Riding around Loch Tay

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Horse Riding around Loch Tay.
The Luxury Holiday Homes at Tigh Na Loan are well placed for horse riding enthusiasts as there are miles of scenic horse riding trails over the hills and mountains in the Loch Tay area.

Loch Tay Lodges Equestrian Centre, by Killin has a purpose built facility fully approved by the BHS and can cater for all ages and abilities. You can enoy an exhilarating trek into the hills or a splash through the shallows of Loch Tay.

Sunday, 6 July 2008

Aberfeldy Town Centre, Loch Tay

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Aberfeldy Town Centre, Loch Tay
Only 8 miles from the spectacular Holiday Home Development at Tigh Na Loan, Loch Tay you will find the bustling town of Aberfeldy where you will find a wide variety of shops, restaurants and local crafts.

Every visitor to Aberfeldy should walk over the famous Wades Bridge which provided the vital crossing over the River Tay for General Wade's network of military roads.
Nearby you can also find the Black Watch Memmorial which commemorates the world renowned regiment.

Saturday, 5 July 2008

Loch Tay Clouds Video


Loch Tay Clouds Video.
This video shows how beautiful the scenery at Loch Tay is even on a cloudy day. Imagine how wonderful it would be to wake up and see beautiful views like this every day.

Friday, 4 July 2008

Kenmore, Loch Tay Video


Kenmore, Loch Tay Video

Thursday, 3 July 2008

Quadrathlon, Loch Tay, Kenmore

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Quadrathlon, Loch Tay, Kenmore.
On Saturday 12th July you can participate in the Great Kindrochit Quadrathlon which is Scotland's toughest one day event encompassing a 1.35km swim across Loch Tay; a 24km run/walk over seven munros including the Lawers and Ptarmigan Ridges to Morenish; and 11km canoe; and a 54km cycle around Loch Tay. Slicing a melon in two with a sword will stop the clock.
To enter the competition contact - Kindrochit House, telephone 01567 820409


The less energetic amongst us can just sit back and admire the views over Loch Tay from the new holiday home development at Tigh Na Loan, Fearnan, Loch Tay.

Wednesday, 2 July 2008

Loch Tay on a calm day

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Loch Tay on a calm day.

On days like these Loch Tay is a true gem in Highland Perthshire's jewel in the crown. Calm, peaceful, serene with a truly unique ambience. Views like these are priceless at our unique luxury holiday homes at Tigh Na Loan, Fearnan, Loch Tay. For further scenes like these click here

Tuesday, 1 July 2008

Glen Lyon, Loch Tay

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Glen Lyon, Loch Tay.
Glen Lyon, one of Scotlands most beautiful glens is situated only a short drive away from the new Luxury Holiday Home Development at Tigh Na Loan, Loch Tay.

The Glen is a cul-de-sac which starts at Fortingall and runs for over 20 miles to Cashlie.

The Glen is packed with history. It is infamous for having been the home of John Campbell of Glen Lyon who was responsible for the Glencoe massacre.