Glenshee is a hamet in the Perth and Kinross region of Scotland situated at the head of the Highland Glen Shee in the heart of Scotland. This is an area well-known in Scottish folklore with myths and legends from King Arthur to the ancient Cateran warriors believed to have walked these paths, even the name Glenshee comes from the Gaelic ‘Gleann Shith’ meaning ‘Glen of the Fairies.’ The ancient hamlet has a strong Pictish and medieval past and is surrounded by historic landmarks including castles, palaces, battlefields and ancient monuments. With its spectacular rugged landscapes, rolling heather clad hills, rushing burns, deep gorges and idyllic glens abundant with wildlife, Glenshee is a popular holiday centre attracting tourists all year round, there is a selection of accommodation from hotels to a traveller’s hostel, shops and amenities and place to eat out. Glenshee is ideal for outdoor enthusiasts with hill-walking for all levels, numerous cycle-trails, angling, shooting and golfing on one of the highest golf courses in Britain, there are also a selection of whiskey distilleries nearby offering tours and tasting. Sitting on the slopes of the Cairnwell, the Glenshee Ski Centre is Scotland’s largest winter sports centre; it operates from December to Easter depending on the snow-fall and offers skiing and snowboarding with 36 runs, 21 lifts and qualified instructors available for lessons
Places to Stay near Glenshee
The Spittal of Glenshee Hotel (1.37 miles)
The Spittal of Glenshee is the site of one of the oldest inns in the U.K. It is known that the site has been in continuous use since 961AD and ... More
Kirkmichael Hotel (5.88 miles)
The Kirkmichael Hotel is a charming former roadside Coaching Inn set in the village of Kirkmichael nestled in the Strathardle Glen in Highland Perthshire, overlooking the River Ardle. The comfortable ... More
The Strathardle (5.90 miles)
The Strathardle Inn is a beautiful little hotel set in glorious Perthshire landscape. Good home-cooked food sourced locally, fine ales and a roaring fire, what more could you want?
Strathardle Inn, a ... More
Log Cabin Hotel (6.52 miles)
Glenisla Hotel (7.27 miles)
Glenisla Hotel and restaurant Angus Glens - Heart of Scotland. Our aim is to offer you comfortable, enjoyable surroundings with excellent food, in this magnificent part of Scotland. The Inn and restaurant is conveniently located ... More | visit website
The Bridge Of Cally Hotel (10.62 miles)
Dating from circa 1870, this former Drover's Inn is now a cosy and modern family-run hotel offering a warm and friendly welcome. Nestling at the gateway to Royal Deeside in the heart ... More
Kinnaird Woodland Lodges (12.16 miles)
At Kinnaird Woodland Lodges we have a range of one and two bedroom properties all graded 4 STAR with feature woodburner and spa bath. Each has a private patio deck ... More
East Haugh House Hotel (12.80 miles)
Built originally as part of the Atholl Estate some 350 years ago, East Haugh House is a beautiful, turreted stone house situated off the old A9 road and set in ... More
Scottish Holiday Lodges at Atholl Palace (12.85 miles)
During your stay in your holiday home you can enjoy full use of our leisure ... More | visit website
Craigvrack Hotel (12.85 miles)
We are a family run hotel offering a warm welcome, relaxed atmosphere and excellent cuisine with bar, restaurant and conference facilities, disabled guests are well catered for with suitable access ... More
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