The Old Manse of Blair is the perfect Highland Perthshire setting in the Cairngorms National Park for your special vacation, wedding, family gathering, celebration with friends corporate event or dining experience. An ideal stop off location on the A9, between the major central belt cities of Glasgow, Edinburgh and Stirling and the Highland Capital Inverness, the start of the NC500 driving route.
A country house boutique hotel in the heart of Highland Perthshire, The Old Manse of Blair combines traditional elegance with modern luxury. Large rooms and high ceilings reflect the character architecture of it’s Regency origins, while contemporary design ensues comfort and indulgence. Recently refurbished by it’s new owners, The MacDonald’s, it is now a stylish boutique hotel and restaurant. Generous public rooms create a welcome entertaining buzz and cosy private nooks offer the chance for a get-away-from-it-all retreat.
From it’s gated entrance, follow the sweeping driveway to arrive at The Old Manse of Blair. Take in spectacular views across the paddocks to the magnificent Perthshire landscape. Then step through the Georgian doorway and make yourself at home.
A bespoke table made by local craftsmen, from a very special Scottish Oak tree which fell in Diana’s grove at nearby Blair Castle, is the centre piece of the dining room. A fine setting for a feast, this fabulous dining room, makes a perfect atmospheric backdrop for dinner, that special celebratory event, corporate board meeting or private dining experience. Now adjoining, the newly opened, The Orangery, restaurant also offers lunch, afternoon tea and dinner for non residents with a courtyard for alfresco dining too!
You’ll find a specially commissioned portrait of Robert Burns, together with a verse from the poem, Patriotism, Burns penned at the nearby Falls of Bruar in 1787 hanging in the dining room. A walk to the Falls is a must, get swept up in the romance of the Highlands and create some special memories. Wander back and enjoy a lunch or special dinner in The Orangery restaurant.
My heart ‘s in the Highlands
My heart ‘s not here
My hearts ‘s in the Highlands
a-chasing the deer
The whisky snug is a more informal cosy setting, perfect for afternoon tea or settling down with a large dram by the roaring fire. The French doors open onto the sun terrace, perfect on a Summer day, with extensive views of the paddocks and rolling Highland Perthshire countryside. You can indulge in many fine single malts available in our bar, and with some of the finest distilleries in Scotland on our doorstep, the choice is yours.
