Wishing you all a very 

Merry Christmas from all at Abade!

Winter Walks in Rannoch 

Mondays

Kinloch Rannoch Village

Join us as we celebrate our new multi-use path as we show you the beauties of Kinloch Rannoch. This circular walk around the village includes the banks of the River Tummel, shores of Loch Rannoch and a delightful low level route across the hill below craggy Craig Varr. As we pass through some fine woodland, not only will we explore the natural features of these paths but we can tell you about the history of this ancient highland village. It is a great way to discover more about the whole area of Rannoch.

Mondays

24th December, 31st December, 7th January 10 am 5km / 3m (approx 2 hours) 

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For more information and to book:  www.rannochscotland.co.uk  email rannochscotland@gmail.com  call into Treats café, Kinloch Rannoch  phone 07786063678

Booking and contact details essential as walk may change depending on the weather. Please contact walk co-ordinator if you are unable to come. 07796063678

Warm, wet weather gear, gloves, hats and sturdy shoes to be worn.

Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Well behaved dogs on leads – max. 2 per booking.

These walks are free of charge however any donations will be used to further improve our path network.

Wednesdays 

Black Wood of Rannoch

Walking in the Black wood, an area of ancient woodland, on the southern shore of Loch Rannoch, whatever the season or the weather is always fascinating. Learn about the trees which used to cover Scotland and how our wood was saved by someone’s misfortune. Explore the routes used by our ancestors; learn about the woodsmen of the past and how the forest works today. See evidence of deer, red squirrel and other creatures that live in the wood. Look across Loch Rannoch to the beautiful Grampian Mountains in the north.

Wednesdays

19th December, 26th December, 2nd January, 9th January 10 am 5km / 3m (approx 2 hours) 

Meet at old Dall Shed – South Loch Rannoch, 5.5 miles from Kinloch Rannoch (Old shed is first building on the track on the left hand side of the road over the bridge just after the main entrance to Dall Estate. PH17 2QH)

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For more information and to book:  www.rannochscotland.co.uk  email rannochscotland@gmail.com  call into Treats café, Kinloch Rannoch  phone 07786063678

Booking and contact details essential as walk may change depending on the weather. Please contact walk co-ordinator if you are unable to come. 07796063678

Fridays

Bridge of Gaur

21st December, 28th December, 4th January, 11th January 10 am 5km / 3m (approx 2 hours) 

This walk uses part of an ancient right of way known as ‘The Thieves’ Route’ which leads ultimately

to Bridge of Orchy however we will loop round to pass the site of the Redcoats Barracks. King

George’s soldiers were stationed here after the Battle of Culloden (1746). A walk steeped in history

across open moor land with by beautiful burns with grand views across the loch to the Grampian

hills behind. See Loch Rannoch from a different perspective; look out for moorland birds and perhaps even spot some red deer.

Click here for more information on Winter Walks

Perth Concert Hall presents Handel's Messiah 

Thursday 20th December 7.30pm

Handel's Messiah is as much part of Christmas as carols and mince pies. There is no-one anywhere who does it better than the Dunedin Consort whose recording of Messiah won a Gramophone award.
Ruby Hughes, soprano
Alex Gibson, alto
Nicholas Mulroy, tenor
Robert Davies, bass

Dunedin Consort
John Butt, conductor


Click here for more information & to book tickets

Don't forget Perth Farmer's Market this 

Sat 15th December 9am-2pm 

Last chance to stock up on all your local Perthshire goodies before Christmas 

Click here for The Perthshire Farmer's Market website

Abade is delighted to have Locherlour Mill Cottage, near Comrie as our latest addition 

This charming cottage sleeps 2 and is a perfect base to enjoy the Perthshire countryside.  Beautifully finished with every comfort, this property comes highly recommended. 

Click here for more info & to book Locherlour Mill Cottage

or call Abade on 01764 684100

We've added a fabulous new property 

Have a closer look at www.abade.co.uk

The Studio at The Doocot in Dunning sleeps 2 and is an ideal hideaway with breathtaking views and luxurious finishes.  We love the shower room, complete with underfloor heating and stained glass windows.

click here to book The Studio at the Doocot

A Christmas Cracking 30% off last minute 

Shoreside Break at Loch Tay

 Ben Lawers - (Sleeps 4) Normally £995 for a week Now only £696

Other great deals at Shoreside;

Save £300 this Christmas at the Quaich (sleeps 6) normally £1500 a week now only £1200

Save £199 off a week at Tarmachan (sleeps 4) this Christmas or New Year normally £995 now only £796

Click here for more information and for bookings

www.abade.co.uk

      

       

Perth Coral Society and City of Perth Sinfonia at Perth Concert Hall

 Sunday 9th December 7.30pm

Featuring; 

Vivaldi - Gloria
Handel - Zadok the Priest
Poulenc - Gloria
Rutter - Gloria
Peter Rutterford, conductor

£14.50; concessions £12.50
(includes booking fee)

NB: Kids Go Free offer is not available online, please contact the Box Office to book. We cannot refund these at a later date.

Click here to book

 
Enjoy some Christmas Spirit at Crieff Country Market today (Sat 8th December) 10-4pm 
St James Square Crieff 
Click here for more information

     Join us for Carols at Duncrub 

      Duncrub Chapel Sunday 9th December 3pm-5pm

Once again, by kind permission of Wilma and James Marshall,

we invite you to join us for an afternoon of Carols and Festive Music 

 in the beautiful chapel at Duncrub.  

Mulled wine and soft drinks will be provided along with finger food/nibbles.

Tickets are available in Sandy Kinross’s shop in Dunning  

Adults £5/Juniors £2. 

Spot of lunch to ease the Christmas shopping?

Then it's time to book Dean's Lets Eat £7.50 Festive Menu 

Tel 01738 643377

www.letseatperth.co.uk

 This will consist of all your festive favourites to warm you up and help fuel your shopping trips. Soup, Turkey, Xmas Pudding the lot. So if you are in the area and are needing warmed up come in and have a seat beside the log fire at Deans and enjoy some great food.  

Main Course £7.50, 2 Courses £12.50, 3 Courses £16.50 

This menu must be requested when booking and cannot be guaranteed if not requested.

It's Christmas - Oh no it's not! Oh yes it is! 

That can only mean one thing - Panto Time!

  Mother Goose at Perth Theatre 

      7^th December 2012 to 5^th January 2013

      Look out for the special panto treasure hunt in 40 Perth shops. 

Post your entry in the golden egg in Perth theatre before 29^th Dec 2012

Click here to book Mother Goose 

 White Christmas, The Musical at Pitlochry Festival Theatre

    Until 23^rd December 2012 

Click here to book White Christmas

Wishing you all a very happy St Andrews Day from Abade 

Book you next Scottish Holiday at www.abade.co.uk

A bit behind on your Christmas Shopping? 

 Visit Madderty Hall's Christmas Fayre

 Saturday 1st December 10-12pm

 Adults £2 Children £1

Mulled Wine, Teas and Coffees and lots of lovely 

Christmas goodies!

The Famous Grouse Experience 

Christmas Fayre & Ice Rink

Don't miss ice skating at Glenturret Distillery this weekend, 

The Famous Grouse Experience 

Saturday & Sunday 1st & 2nd December 10am-6pm  

Stock up with food and crafts at the Christmas Fayre

Try the newly refurbished cafe and restaurant 

The Hosh Crieff PH7 4HA

Its not too late to get away from
it all this Christmas.....  
See our favourite 7 night
deals from Abade below: 

The Stables - 7 nights £650
Click to view The Stables Forgandenny (Sleeps 4+2)
4 star accommodation amid breathtaking Perthshire scenery with close road links to Perth and Auchterarder.




Tayviews - 7 nights £500 
Click to view Tayviews Perth (Sleeps 4) 
Fancy a four star city pad for Christmas? Tayviews is perfectly positioned to enjoy the Perth city centre Christmas buzz. Walk to the Concert hall, Perth Theatre and all the restaurants and bars right in the heart of the city.  

Water side Braco - 7 nights £390
Click to view Waterside Braco (sleeps 2)
Waterside is the perfect countryside hideaway for 2 this Christmas.  Cosy up in front of the log fire, switch off your mobile and enjoy the peace.  Bliss!

Call 01764 684100 or book online www.abade.co.uk

Disney Pixar's BRAVE on DVD is now on release.

Pixar's mystical Scottish Highland tale has intrigued viewers all over the world and is a fantastic advert for Scotland, enticing visitors to come and see our spectacular country for themselves.  The DVD is now on general release, just in time for Christmas.
Starring the voices of Kelly Macdonald, Billy Connolly and Emma Thompson, this is the perfect gift to send to your overseas friends and relatives.  

Enter Visit Scotland's Brave Competition

Win a 5 night trip of a lifetime to Scotland with Visit Scotland including;

• Luxurious accommodation including a 16th-century castle
• Your own personal tour guide
• A unique sailing experience across Scotland’s most legendary loch
• A private sea plane trip to a mystical Scottish island
• An after-hours guided tour of our National Museum
• A private viewing of the Scottish Crown Jewels and the legendary Stone of Destiny
• Archery lessons in the grounds of one of Scotland's iconic castle
• Click the link above for more details Terms & Conditions.

Come and enjoy Crieff and the Strathearn Valley at one of Abade's Self Catering Cottages.
Ewan highly recommends it!
Check out Ewan McGregor promoting his home town of Crieff

View our favourite Crieff cottages below;
Aberturret Cottage, Crieff
West Blairmore Cottage, Crieff
The Wee House, Muthill, near Crieff
.....and other great holiday homes in the Strathearn area at www.abade.co.uk

Abade really enjoyed the ASSC Conference at Aviemore yesterday.  Guest speaker Muriel Grey was full of energy and brought us all back, through wit and anecdote, to the crucial viewpoint of our lovely customers.  Self catering is fast moving and increasingly sophisticated.  Going the extra mile by pre-empting our guest's requirements will ensure our businesses thrive and client's return year after year.
It was great opportunity for discussion and debate with fellow self caterers and has fired us all up to try new and exciting ideas to enhance our offering to guests and make the most of our fantastic natural surroundings and wildlife in 2013 - The Year of Natural Scotland.

Celebrate Guy Fawkes night with the Crieff Round Table 

Monday 5th November  Market Park Crieff 

Bonfire will be lit at 7.15pm followed by a spectacular fireworks display at 7.30pm.

Wrap up the kids and join us!  Donations to the Round table accepted on the night.

The Sunday Times Food List has pronounced Andrew Fairlie at Gleneagles the Best Restaurant in Britain.  Congratulations to Andrew and his team.
Want to try the Fairlie Dinning Experience, but don't fancy Gleneagles hotel room rate?
Book one of our nearby holiday homes for a short break and enjoy a great value alternative; 

Our top suggestions; 

Guthrie Court Apartment - walking distance to the hotel
Sleeps 5 guests - 3 night break in Nov only £455 - that's £91 per person

The Armoury - Auchterarder
Sleeps 8 guests - 3 night break in Nov only £364 - that's £45 per person

Both still have November availability at www.abade.co.uk or call 07730 584240

Enjoy 50 Shades of Gold In Perthshire

The Perthshire autumn continues to show breathtaking colours and we have enjoyed some fantastic blue sky days to enjoy them.  Why not take advantage of some of our last minute offers and enjoy the scenery for yourself? 

Our top 3 short break last minute deals include; 

The Tower House Dunning - 5 star romantic hideaway for 2
Available from 10th - 27th November 2102
Only £216 for 2 night weekend break 
Or make it 5 nights for only £303. 

Tay Views Perth - 4 star city flat, sleeps 4 

Available from 4th - 24th November 

Only £240 for a 2 night weekend break

Or make it 5 nights for only £336

Milton Villa - Auchterarder - 4 star villa - sleeps 6

3 nights Friday to Monday - £350 - Available 9th-12th Nov or 23rd-26th November

5 nights Monday to Friday - £350 - Available 19th-23rd Nov or 26th-30th November

Book any of these offers online at www.abade.co.uk or call 07730 584240

Late October vacancies in Perthshire

Here's a list of our late October vacancies in our Perthshire properties.  To book, visit our website.

Sleeps 2    Tower House near Dunning   7 nights at £360,  3 nights for £345
                 Waterside at Braco               7 nights at £340,  3 nights at £245

Sleeps 4    Chapel House  near Dunning    7 nights at £450,  3 nights at £306
                  Tayviews in Perth                   7 nights at £450,  3 nights at £306

Sleeps 5/6  Guthrie Court at Gleneagles Village   7 nights at £650,  3 nights at £455

Sleeps 6/7  The Granary near Forgandenny,        7 nights at £480, 3 nights at £326.40

Sleeps 8     The Armoury in Auchterarder            7 nights at £750,  3 nights at £510
                  West Blairmore                                 7 nights at £850,  3 nights at £595

Perthshire is looking just stunning with our glorious autumn colours at their best.
www.abade.co.uk   01764 684100
               

Late availability in July and August, Perthshire

July late availability

Visit our website to book one of these fabulous holiday destinations in Perthshire

Fiscal’s Flat, sleeps 2
A very comfortable flat in Perth City centre, close to the river for lovely walks and perfect for all the city's amenities.
20 – 27 July at £450 per week, 2 nights at £293

Jedburgh Place sleeps 4
Situated on the Western edge of Perth, a perfect base for touring
28 July, 4 nights at £367.50

Cambushinnie Croft, Sleeps 6
Enjoy a luxurious country cottage experience in the rolling hills near Braco, by Dunblane
21 – 28 July at £990

August late availability

North Inch Apartment - sleeps 2
A very pleasant basement flat in a Georgian Terrace on the North Inch in Perth City, walk to all amenities
30 July to 10 August at £450 per week, or ask for a short break

Chapel House - sleeps 4
Perfect holiday home, part of a 19C chapel, with badminton and table tennis in the nave. Walk to local good food Pub. 9 miles west of Perth City
11 to 18 August @ £650

Tower House – sleeps 2
Wonderful features in this chapel tower conversion, close to Dunning Village and Perth 9 miles.
Weeks 18, 25 August at £510 per week. Short breaks and second week discounts given.

Dollar Residence - sleeps 4
Set in the attractive village of Dollar, in the foothills of the Ochils, perfect for Stirling.
28 July – 1 Aug (4 nights) @ £560
4 – 8 Aug @ £560

Riverview at Kenmore - sleeps 6
By the river in romantic Kenmore, on Loch Tay, what more could you ask!
13 – 17 Aug @ £445

Ballacraine - sleeps 6/8
In the pretty village of Comrie, the hills to the west beckon.
11 – 17 August, 6 nights at £677