The Church Tower first opened its doors in 2009 and in 2023 we closed for 9 months and carried out a complete renovation of the Church Tower. We have deep experience of renovating old and Listed building in Perthshire, have a look at Dun Aluinn in nearby Aberfeldy. So when we started to design the renovations of the Church Tower, we brought all that past experience to bear, to create one of the most unique self-catering properties in Scotland. If you have a keen eye for design and absolutely obsessed with detail and cleanliness (like we are!), then The Church Tower perfect place for you to stay 🙂
Here are some important facts to note:
3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms – all with walk-in showers
Beautiful Dornbracht showers and taps, in matt gold, underfloor heating in the bathrooms
Oak flooring throughout with a lovely mix of rugs
Superior Egyptian cotton bedlinen towels from Harper London
Bulthaup B1 kitchen and appliances – if you know Bulthaup then you know!
Dining for 6 guests, with high quality glassware, crockery and cutlery
Coffee machine – with complimentary coffee from Difference Coffee – the Worlds Best Coffee
TV snug room, with cozy sofa area
Smart TV
Superfast wifi
Superb views from the top of the Tower
Lovely balcony, with views towards the Glenturret valley and over the roof tops of Crieff
Under-Church secure parking space for 1 vehicle, with additional parking available on the street when the Church Tower is located
We are just 5 mins walk to the centre of town
Fresh wild flowers on through the Church Tower when you arrive
When you book The Church Tower, the following is included in the price:
Welcome Breakfast Hamper from our catering partners Ballintaggart Farm, including fresh sourdough, homemade jam & marmalade, butter, homemade granola and freshly baked cake
Shower gel, shampoo & conditioner from Nectarome, Moroccan products with essences, aromatic plants and essential oils
Housekeeping service (on request)
Fresh towels half way through your stay (on request)
Concierge service prior to arrival to recommend places to visit and restaurants to book in the area
Airport transfers can be arranged as part of our concierge service (additional cost for transfer)
WHAT TO DO IN THE CRIEFF AREA
Guests always ask what is the area like, so I created my Top 10 things to do in the Crieff area, If you manage to tick off these you will be guaranteed to have a wonderful time and want to come back again. So here we go....
PLACES TO EAT
Here are some lovely restaurants that we would recommend for lunch or dinner:
Glenturret Distillery – a short walk from the Church Tower along the river – it is the only Distillery in the world that has a Michelin star restaurant, they are open Weds to Sunday for dinner and lunch, might be tough to get a table at this stage, but a tour of the distillery and visit to the shop is well worth it
Gleneagles Hotel – iconic Scottish hotel (15 mins drive) www.gleneagles.com – lovely bar for cocktails and would recommend the Strathearn Restaurant for dinner. World famous golf course, if you are into golf.
Delivino’s – 5 min walk from The Church Tower, in Crieff town square – lovely spot for lunch or dinner
Grandtully Hotel (45mins) near Aberfeldy, lovely for lunch or dinner, after a long walk
Taybank in Dunkeld – see below
THINGS TO DO
Things to do in the area (can be done over a few days)
Drive from Crieff to Aberfeldy and stop off at the Watermill Bookshop & Cafe in Aberfeldy (in the town, just off the main street) – it was voted once as one of Top 75 Bookstores in the world, really nice collection of books. Check out the Gallery space upstairs, say hello to Zanna! downstairs there is an excellent spot for lunch (you will need to book to get a table or just wait – great daily vegetarian specials
Stop for a coffee at the Cow & Parrot just at the traffic lights at Aberfeldy – superb coffee ! say hi to Jamie & Nicola – lovely couple you own and operate it
From Aberfeldy continue towards Kenmore (wee village on the edge of Loch Tay), stop off at the Scottish Crannog Centre (might need to book in advance) and learn what life was like living on Loch Tay in the bronze Age – really interesting and well worth a visit
Stop for a pizza & beer at The Fisherman at the Marina
Continue the drive to Killin and enjoy the views of the Loch
From Killin continue to St Fillians, Cormie and back to Crieff.
In Comrie stop off at the old Royal Hotel, nice for a drink
If you like downhill mountain biking, stop off at Comrie Croft, halfway between Crieff and Comrie – nice place for lunch as well
Make sure you visit Dunkeld, lovely ancient village on the River Tay, about 30 mins from Crieff. Definitely book dinner at the Taybank (upstairs in the restaurant) or lunch downstairs in the bar is excellent (one of our favourites), go on a Wednesday or Thursday for live traditional music in the bar. All their produce is organic and grown in the castle wall garden. They have a lovely beer garden beside the River. There is a fabulous bakey in Dunkeld, just on the road street – good to pick up some bread there
Rent some bikes and a guide from Progession Bikes in Dunkeld, speak to Adam owner and ask for a guide to take you up on the trails for a day or halfday
When you are visiting Dunkeld, stop off for a walk at the Hermitage – ancient forest area along the River Tay
There is a great company called Beyond Adventure in Aberfeldy, speak to Julie or Ross (the owner), they can organise half day or full day adventures – canoeing on Loch Faskally and cliff jumping is a favourite, canoeing along River Tay, full day guide hike into the hills
