'Having seen all the wonderful stone houses of Scotland I just had to stay in one.
Fabulous stay!'
Betty Mallon, PA, USA

* Schiehallion - the Hill of the Fairies, one of Scotland's most shapely and famous mountains permanently casts a watchful eye over proceedings at the hotel and its conical shape once allowed physicists to use its gravitational attraction on a pendulum to calculate the mass of the earth.

* Queens View - this magnificent outlook is world famous and can be enjoyed at the eastern end of Loch Tummel, only a few miles from the hotel

* West Highland Line - arguably one of the most exhilarating railway journeys in the world, passing as it does in quite spectacular and dramatic fashion through glens, round mountains, over moors and round lochside edges. And in the summer enhanced by the Jacobite Steam Train, between Fort William and Mallaig, following the famous 'Road to the Isles', combining the romance of steam with simply beautiful scenery.

* Pitlochry - originally three small hamlets, now combining to become one of Scotland's best loved perennial tourism destination with an incredible array of choices from distilleries, a theatre, castles, a range of Scottish highland events, walks, cycle routes - incredible scenery - some of the best in Scotland, to clan trails and history - and not to mention a delightful 18 hole golf course.

* Scotland's 'Theatre in the Hills' - Pitlochry's Festival Theatre is open from the end of July to the end of October and features a full programme of events from drama to comedy, concerts, films, literary and culinary events.

* The Fringe - just set up to extend the theatre style entertainment season and open from May to October - and featuring some of the best in orthodox and alternative entertainment

* Hydroelectric dam and fish ladder - your chance to see a fully operational power station, part of a massive network driving the north of Scotland. You will also learn about the salmon, the king of fish, as part of an interactive audio-visual presentation which will keep the whole family entertained. It is also possible to view migrating fish in the salmon ladder viewing chamber.

* Killiecrankie - in 1689 the first shots in the Jacobite cause in Scotland were fired here, which led to the defeat of the redcoat army at the Battle of Killiecrankie. Beautiful, spectacular yet tranquil gorge with guided walks and a superb historical visitor centre depicting the mood of the battle.

* Blair Castle - Scotland's most visited private home, from 1269 the home of the Atholl family. Quite a magnificent treat with over 30 fully furnished rooms of infinite variety and treasures, and the finest of arts and historical connections. A world class visitor centre. A must visit.

* House of Bruar (Scotland's Harrods) - the finest country clothing collection to be found anywhere in mainland Britain. Unique ranges of the highest quality with colours and contrasts reflecting the richness of the Highlands. Clan and historical centres. A cornucopia of gifts and fine foods. Another must visit - but take your wallet! You can also order on-line and have the goods delivered to your doorstep.

* Moulin Brewery, Pitlochry - A charming tiny craft brewery producing 4 real ales, including Braveheart Ale, with souvenir bottled beers available. Guided tours.

* Black Wood of Rannoch - the ancient pines of the Wood are the last remnants of the Caledonian Forest.

* Clans of Rannoch Trail - an interesting clan trail round Loch Rannoch, with roadside notices about the local clans, telling the great deeds of courage and horror that took place here. Set up by a local history group.

* The Journey along Loch Rannoch to Rannoch Moor - the contrasts on this journey are stunning. The ultimate vista of Rannoch Moor at the end of the route is a sight not to be missed.