The Steading

Highlights

• The Steading is a beautifully restored former farm building in the Perthshire countryside, offering a peaceful and rustic retreat for up to 13 guests.
• The Bull Box, once the farm’s old byre, is now a cosy communal space perfect for reading, games and relaxing by the fire.
• The Arches is a stunning, light-filled cooking and dining space, complete with multiple kitchen stations and a quirky outdoor BBQ made from a repurposed truck wheel rim.
• Interiors throughout the Steading blend comfort, eco-conscious design and character, with natural materials, upcycled furniture and thoughtful details.
• The surrounding area offers endless adventure - hiking, climbing, paddle boarding and wildlife spotting - alongside historic sites like Stirling Castle and Scone Palace.
• Guests can enjoy the company of friendly farm animals, including Jacob sheep, grumpy geese, free-range chickens and a lovable English Shepherd dog named Inja.
• Nearby towns such as Crieff, Dunkeld and Birnam are perfect for day trips, offering a mix of local food, culture, shopping and family-friendly attractions.

You should know

• This is a dog-friendly stay.
• You can book the entire farm or book suites individually.

The Details

The Steading is a remarkable former farm building that has been lovingly restored and transformed into a beautiful group retreat in the stunning countryside of Perth and Kinross. This rustic, yet homely stay sleeps a total of 13 guests across five bedrooms and offers a perfect blend of rural simplicity and abundant natural beauty. Sitting on a peaceful farm, you can meet the lovely flock of Jacob sheep, a handful of grumpy pet geese, a mischievous mix of free-range chickens and an affectionate but anxious English Shepherd dog named Inja.

When you arrive, you can drop your bags off your room before gathering in the Bull Box, which is tucked away in the old byre where the farm’s bull once stood. The Bull Box is now a cosy, character-filled hideaway – perfect for curling up with a good book, playing games, catching up with friends or simply switching off.

Another incredible, grand social space is The Arches - a fabulous cooking space in a renovated cart shed. Flooded with natural light from arched windows, this thoughtfully designed space combines style, sustainability and function. The kitchen features a number of cooking stations with ovens, hobs and dishwashers. There’s even a rustic outdoor cooking spot, where a repurposed truck wheel rim makes the perfect BBQ.

The Steading offers five unique, eco-conscious suites: The Loft, The Coop, The Woodstore, The Stables and The Top Byre - each designed with comfort, sustainability and character in mind. The Loft is a spacious family suite with a super-king bed and child-friendly bunk beds. It features stunning views, wood panelling, an ensuite with a walk-in shower and soon, a wooden bath.

The Coop, a cosy single room perfect for solo travellers, boasts an ensuite shower, a brass bed from Retrouvius and organic bedding from Abaca. It can be linked to adjacent rooms for flexibility. The Woodstore sleeps two and offers either a super-king or twin setup. It’s fully accessible and includes an ensuite shower, upcycled furnishings and salvaged Olympic stadium flooring.

The Stables is a family-friendly space with a super-king and two single beds (or four singles). Original stable features add charm, and the ensuite includes a unique cow trough shower screen and repurposed timber details. Finally, The Top Byre is a tranquil double room with flexible bedding, organic materials, underfloor heating and an ensuite with a walk-in shower and slate basin. It’s the only suite with an east-facing view.

The Steading sits at the heart of Perthshire, Scotland’s outdoor adventure capital - making it the perfect base for exploring. Try tree climbing, rock scrambling or paddle boarding with local experts like Wee Adventures or Paddle Surf Scotland. Hike up Kinnoull Hill or explore ancient woodlands like Five Mile Wood. For wildlife lovers, Loch of the Lowes offers a chance to spot ospreys and red squirrels. History buffs can visit Stirling Castle, the Wallace Monument or the grand Scone Palace. Nearby towns like Crieff, Dunkeld and Birnam offer charming shops, local food and culture - while Comrie Croft and Active Kids Adventure Park are great for families.

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