Ballathie Sportmans Lodge Perth (Scotland) in Perth ★★★★  

Ballathie House Hotel, one of the UK's leading country houses situated in its own Perthshire estate on the edge of the River Tay. Ballathie House and Estate date back to the 17th Century and great care has been taken to retain the original beauty of the House, with many original features remaining which gives Ballathie an air of classical elegance matched with a warm and welcoming ambience. 41 beautiful bedrooms each decorated to an individual style and one of the finest award wining restaurants in Scotland. The relaxed and charming character of Ballathie provides the perfect location for a luxurious stay home-from-home. EatScotland has awarded Ballathie House with the Silver Award for high standards in Scottish dining. Ballathie has earned the Award in recognition of its creative dishes which combine the traditional Scottish cooking with a modern twist. The Perthshire Hotel which has earned a string of awards for its restaurant is also committed to sourcing quality local ingredients. The beautiful county of Perthshire in Scotland plays host to a wide range of activities throughout the year, many of which may interest the sporting enthusiast. From horse racing to shooting, fishing and agricultural fairs, every month holds and event worth noting. Scotland is famous for its superb golf courses and Perth and the surrounding area is home to some of the best in the country. The major courses of Scotland such as St Andrews, Gleneagles, Carnoustie are all within easy reach of Ballathie as well as Blairgowrie Golf Club on the door step, where guests receive discounts off published green fees and packages can be arranged. With an abundance of excellent sporting estates on the door step, Ballathie makes for an ideal base for shooting, stalking, golfing and fishing in Scotland