Monday 27 July 2009

Perthshire raspberry crop in July


July is the time of year when raspberries are ripe and utterly delicious. Perthshire is famed for its production of this crop where the soft summer climate is particularly favourable for its growth.

To grow raspberries, the first year after planting, the flowers should be removed to help the plant build up reserves. From the second year, plants are normally ready for harvesting in July. In winter the flowered canes should be pruned to ground level. Fruit is ripe and ready for picking when it has turned a deep red colour and falls off the stem easily.

Even though you can buy raspberries almost all year round, nothing compares with the taste of the berries from the Blarigorwie and East Perthshire crop. After you have had your fill of just eating them fresh, with or without cream, our family favourite way of dealing with a glut of raspberries, after making delicious raspberry jam to enjoy all year round, is to bake them under a crumble mixture – pure heaven – enjoy!

Friday 24 July 2009

Late availability in August

We have a very few vacancies on offer for the week 1st to 8th August.
Glenmhor in Auchterarder (sleeps 4) reduced to £625.50.
Guthrie Court, Gleneagles Village (sleeps 5) reduced to £675.
West Blairmore, near Crieff (sleeps 8) reduced to £855 (newly available this summer)

8th to 15th August has vacancies in the following holiday homes:
Benview Lodges near Aberfoyle (sleeps 6), Thatched Cottage in Newburgh (sleeps 2) , in Perth Fiscal’s Flat (sleeps 2), and The Barossa Apartment (sleeps 6) available 6 nights only.

Book online or call us on 01764 684100 as we may also be able to offer part weeks, and don't forget to look at the options for your late summer holiday or autumn break.

Notice that each month we post a what's on calendar showing the list of events, places to visit, gardens open, highland games, concerts and theatres in Perthshire.

Some Abade holiday homes are taking bookings for 2010. You can see availability and prices online.

Thursday 23 July 2009

Last Minute Holidays week 25th July


There’s just time for you to pack your bags and head for Perthshire to enjoy some fabulous scenery, lots to see and do, and a very warm welcome. Week 25th July to 1st August.

In our hand-picked selection of holiday homes in Perthshire, we have had a cancellation in Moulinalmond, a secluded 3 star wing of a Victorian House, with walled garden for you to explore. It sleeps 2 to 4 and the offer price is £396. See full details and book online.


Also available, 4 stars, sleeping 2, the North Inch Apartment at £395 and Bijou at £360. Both in Perth and offering a perfect setting to explore town and country.
Visit our website or call us on 01764 684100

Monday 13 July 2009

Getting to Edinburgh the easy way from Perth


The question we are most frequently asked by our visitors is about getting to Edinburgh. We’re all naturally anxious about travel in a new city, even with a navigation system. What visitors are looking for is information from a local about the best way to get there.

We tell visitors about the Rark + Ride at Broxden on the west side of Perth. With free parking for your car and hourly links to Edinburgh and Glasgow, and Inverness slightly less frequently, it’s the perfect way to take the strain out of the day, leaving all the energy you’ll need to take in the sights of the capital city. The bus takes you right into Edinburgh’s George Square, a very short walk from Princes Street.


You can book online on the Megabus but do look at our travel information page for this and other useful tips, and of course at £1 per return journey Park + Ride is the perfect way to enjoy a day out in Perth.

Wednesday 1 July 2009

More choice on Abade with 2 new holiday homes

We have two new holiday homes to introduce. They are letting for the very first time this year so there are plenty of opportunities to book.


Cambushinnie Croft, a superb and very spacious 4 Star holiday home on a working farm sleeping 6 situated between the villages of Braco and Kinbuck, and just 4 miles north of the cathedral town of Dunblane. Wonderful views towards the Ochil Hills and Sheriffmuir. Book here.





West Blairmore Cottage, a substantial holiday home with large rooms, beautifully furnished by the interior designer owner, sleeping 8. Views over Strathearn, this house is conveniently situated between Perth and Crieff. Book here.