The Wee Nook, Birnam by Dunkeld, Perthshire Reviews:
Ailsa
★ ★ ★ ★
June 2022
This is a lovely little find in Birnam, within a 15 min walk of Dunkeld. Quiet street, friendly host whose communications were excellent and who was really accommodating. House was spotless and kitchen was well stocked. It is a pretty small Victorian ground floor dwelling – a bit tight for a family of three, but we managed. It would be excellent for a couple or solo travellers. Parking available right outside the door. We had a lovely few days and wouldn’t hesitate to book again.
Shari
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
April 2022
The Wee Nook is in a great location with a book shop, arts centre and local shop just round the corner. There are beautiful river walks nearby and Dunkeld brimming with cafes and great places to eat is a short stroll away. It’s also a great base from which to explore further afield with a lot of great walks within 20-30 minutes drive. Everything was clean and tidy with a basket of goodies awaiting us. Communication was clear and timely. We loved staying there.
Sarah
★ ★ ★ ★
January 2022
We’ve been coming to Dunkeld for almost 7 years so we knew it was an ideal location to access Dunkeld Village and several of our favourite walks.
The Wee Nook is a home away from home and well equipped to make your stay as comfortable as possible. The welcome pack was lovely and the youngest stepson enjoyed the raspberry lemonade thoroughly. Heating was on when we arrived which was ideal as it was the peak of winter and a tad chilly at times.
Kid scored the bedroom as he’s at that age where he likes to disappear and hide somewhere in the evenings so it was ideal for him to sit in bed, charge his phone etc. Wardrobe had ideal storage for all our belongings.
The shower was toasty hot, much needed after a winters walk and then being able to cook dinner in the kitchen with ease was perfect. (anyone wondering why would you cook when away 1) I love to cook and 2) our usual hotel spots and the fish & chip shop were closed until the 6th Jan, just something to note if you go at that time of year)
I really wanted to rate 5 stars, but I’d say the only thing we found difficult for the 3 nights and maybe we’re just fussy, is the sofa bed could do with a mattress topper of some sort as it was fairly thin and a bit sore. A bit on the small side for two adults and we’re not by any means large people. So next time we go, the kid is going in the sofa bed!
We will be back, as we travel to Dunkeld a few times a year, and this is the ideal place for just the two of us.
Tina
9/10
July 2021
The apartment is in a really central location. There is easy access to Dunkeld, just a 15 minute walk away and there are shops and cafes in Birnam. We hired this cottage as it has such easy access to the many walking routes by the river and in the forests. The flat is dog friendly, so we were able to bring our pet. All the floors are laminate, so there are no worries about muddy paw prints on the carpet! The mattress on the bed is orthopedic and gave us a great night’s sleep.
Andreea
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
June 2021
We had a great holiday at the Wee Nook in Birnam. The flat is very conveniently located close to the start of many walking routes, and to pubs in Dunkeld. It was comfortable, and we had all we needed for a short holiday. The hosts left dog bowls and treats for our dog, which was great. A bottle of wine and some shortbread was also provided as a treat for the human guests. One thing I would say is that the place was a bit small for 3 people, but it is advertised as the “wee nook” after all. Overall, we enjoyed our holiday there!
Craig
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
October 2020
Second time we’ve stayed at the Wee Nook and like last time it was a great stay. A lovely little place for a trip to this amazing part of the country. Highly recommended.
Alastair
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
September 2020
Very clean nice flat, host very responsive. Nice bedroom, very good kitchen with everything you need and a bit more. Very good WiFi, excellent location
Billy
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
August 2020
Excellent, cosy flat, it really added to our enjoyment of a fine area with great walks and fresh air.
Sue
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
August 2020
The wee nook is a lovely place to stay. Well equipped and very clean. During our 10 day stay my son and his girlfriend came to stay and we managed okay but it is a little cramped for 4 but excellent for 2. Bottle of wine, crisps and rice cakes on arrival which was a lovely touch and went down well after a long drive. Would recommend.
Liz
★ ★ ★ ★
July 2020
Very happy to have booked cosy poperty at last minute. Handy for touring and lots of local walks.
Tom
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
January 2020
Reasonable price, lovely spot, nice place! What more do you want?
Craig
October 2019
Really enjoyed our stay at Mark’s place. We had everything we needed. Very handy for everything nearby.
Guido
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
July 2019
Eine sehr schöne, liebevoll eingerichtete Wohnung in einem wundervollen Ort. Wir haben zu viert übernachtet, das war etwas knapp von Platz, geht aber, wenn man sich gut organisiert. Tolle Fewo in toller Umgebung.
Carol
June 2019
Great little flat. Well equipped with everything you need. Good location for walking and tourist attractions. Quick responses and clear instructions from host. Appreciated bottle of wine and snacks left for us.
David
★ ★ ★ ★
December 2018
Great Wee cottage highly recommended!
We enjoyed our weeks stay in the Wee Nook, it was very well equipped and well heated. As we are walkers the cottage’s location was ideal for us as there are lots of marked trails around the Birnam/Dunkeld area with out the need of a car.
David
November 2018
Lovely little flat in a nice location. The flat was clean and had all facilities required along with cooking utensils etc. Great spot to explore the many walks, climbs, visitor attractions the area has to offer.
Lizzie
October 2018
Amazing little flat , loads to offer ! Rhoda was so accommodating and quick to reply to any of our questions. It was perfect. Highly recommended.
Jan
October 2018
Clean, comfortable flat. Heating had been left on for our arrival. It was very warm and cosy. We were self catering and I was impressed by the range of utensils, pots and dishes available.
Sally
September 2018
The Wee Nook is a lovely flat in Birnam. It’s within short walking distance of the train station and Birnam Arts Centre. It’s very clean and really well equipped – the hairdryer and cafetiere were much appreciated! The weather had just turned a bit colder so it was lovely to have the heating on on arrival.
Richard
June 2018
Our booking was for the Wee Nook in Birnam Scotland, unfortunately on arrival, there was a leak in the bedroom, we called Alexandra, and within twenty minutes, she had made a few phone calls, and arrived at the property to escort us to the new accommodation she had found for us. This property was beautiful in every way, right on the banks of the river Tay, and located in the idyllic Dunkeld. The property had everything we needed to make our weekend extra special. The host Alexandra couldn’t have done enough. Would highly recommend staying here, we will definitely return. Thank you Alexandra
Claudia
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
June 2018
Unterkunft ist einfach klasse! Wir hatten alles was man braucht (incl. Infomaterial) und die Organisation war super einfach. Für unsere Ausflüge in die Cairngorms & St. Andrews war sie gut gelegen und Vorort kann man auch so einiges entdecken.
Richard
April 2018
Great wee place for a few nights stay. Ideally located for easy access to surrounding areas.
Joyce
March 2018
The Wee Nook was just perfect for us as a couple. Comfy sofas, very comfortable bed, well equipped kitchen and all sparkling clean. The location was perfect for us attending an event at the Birnam Institute. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend staying here.
Anonymous
January 2018
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
A lovely Christmas break
I stayed in The Wee Nook over Christmas 2017, with my husband and dog. It is a lovely, cosy and clean apartment in a great setting, ideal for walks into Dunkeld. The kitchen was very well-equipped with everything we needed to cook a Christmas dinner, and the bed was large and extremely comfortable. Although it is a ground floor apartment, the walls are very thick and it was quiet and peaceful.
There are fantastic walks in this beautiful part of the world, including The Hermitage and Atholl Woods. The pubs are very dog-friendly and our particular favourite was the Perth Arms in Dunkeld.
We would definitely recommend the apartment and hope to return soon.
Zena
October 2017
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
The Wee Nook was a great place to stay. Cosy and comfortable base to explore the surrounding area. Especially liked the extra tasty treats on arrival. We will be back!
Helen
October 2017
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
The property was clean and well presented. It had a very well equipped kitchen and a really comfortable bed. Plenty of good walks around the area and nice bar near by.
Joyce
October 2017
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
A lovely wee apartment, providing everything we needed for a great stay It was spotlessly clean and ideally located for a wander through the historical Birnam woods, for Dunked with its beautiful cathedral on the banks of the River Tay and some fab individual shops (my granddaughter loved Going Potty). Very central too for accessing other beauty spots, e.g. Aberfeldy, Pitlochry. We will definitely return next year.
Jason
October 2017
Great for 2, really cosy and well equipped. Very quiet area and only 10 minute walk to some good little eateries.
Anonymous
September 2017
“All you could need for a holiday cottage”
★ ★ ★ ★
This cottage has all you could need for a holiday stay. The welcome pack on arrival was a lovely touch.The cottage enjoys a lovely, quiet, settling yet only a minutes walk from the amenities of Birnam. I did 6 days of walking straight from the doorstep & with the train station being a few minutes walk away, ideal if not arriving by car.
Nozomi
August 2017
The place is very clean and the beds are comfortable. Linens and towels are just like hotels. Small but comfortable, the owner offered a bottle of wine and some shortbread, crisps in a welcome basket. It warmed our heart as we have arrived at night hungry and cold. Very calm area, a nice walk to the city centre of Dunkeld where there are nice restaurants and bars.
Anonymous
July 2017
Small, clean and well furnished in a good location.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Comfy bed (Can’t talk about the sofa bed as our friends slept on that but they thought it was fine). Kitchen well equipped, Freesat telly and good wifi. Shower in bath was electric and ok. Bath has anto slip mat.
Good breakfast at wee post office shop/cafe about 300 yards away on the main road.
Dunkeld is very Dog friendly including pubs. A very good few days break. Would recommend Dunkeld and the ‘Wee nook’
Andrew
July 2017
Lovely flat in a fantastic location. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay here.
Gerard
June 2017
A well equipped and immaculately clean place very convenient to attractions in area. Views on beautiful garden, a profusion of colors in the too often grey Scottish climate. Highly recommended.
Lysbeth
June 2017
The Wee Nook is exactly as described and in a wonderful location to explore the local area. We really appreciated the wonderfully comfortable king size bed and bed linen and a really well equipped kitchen. For those who like to remain connected, the wifi was totally reliable!
Anonymous
★ ★ ★ ★
June 2017
A well appointed and well looked after cottage in a quiet cul de sac, with easy parking. Kitchen excellent, bathroom excellent and lounge very good. My only criticism is that the bedroom is very small – whilst that can’t be helped, the storage for clothes is poor. The wardrobe is chocker with other items and the door doesn’t close properly. My suggestion would be to rip out the old fashioned wardrobe and replace with an open unit which would make the room seem bigger and give better storage. Location very good – at the end of the road is the theatre and cultural centre, a lovely bookshop/coffee shop and the pub at the hotel isn’t bad either. Try the Braan Valley brewery 80/-! Bus to Perth, and other places handy. The station is difficult to find and has few trains stopping. Overall a very good all round place to stay.
Judith
May 2017
Fabulous location, a truly beautiful part of the world. The Wee Nook was just what we were looking for, quiet, clean and well equipped. We would highly recommend it.
Elizabeth
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
May 2017
The nook was a lovely wee apartment close to all the amenities and lots of walks. My partner and I and our dog had a great break in Birnam and Dunkeld in a lovely flat that was in the centre for touring all of Perthshire or for staying in the local area which had plenty of places to eat and drink and the dog was always welcome.
Melody
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
December 2016
Clean, comfortable and cosy apartment. Everything needed for a relaxing and comfortable stay. We really enjoyed our stay in this lovely area. The apartment is tastefully furnished and warm. Very quiet street. Short walk to Birnam arts centre and a second hand bookshop with home made cakes. Great area for walks. Loved the hermitage. Enjoyed drinking in the Tay bank. Can recommend highland safaris, leisure pool in Perth, beach at Broughty ferry and discovery ship in Dundee. Very friendly and helpful owners. We had enough room in the apartment for four. Easy enough to operate the sofa bed. Single beds very good quality. Kitchen has all necessary equipment. Would definitely recommend this apartment and the area. Climb Birnam hill if you can. Also loved Stirling castle and pandas at Edinburgh zoo.
Emily
November 2016
Very cosy apartment with everything you could need, set in the lovely surroundings of Dunkeld and Birnam. Alexandra was very helpful, giving us travel advice when stuck. Will definitely be back!
Xavier
November 2016
Maison de village refaite à neuf avec tout le confort. Literie de qualité. La maison est calme et très bien situé dans une très belle campagne. Le wifi est excellent Très bon souvenir de notre passage. Merci à vous!