Spectacular views across Loch Tummel to the iconic peak of Schiehallion can be seen from this 'characterful and quirky old coaching inn' ten miles from Pitlochry in Perthshire's big-tree country. Hands-on owners Jade and Alice Calliva 'work incredibly hard to see that everyone is wined, dined and accommodated in the greatest comfort, style and good humour'. It is a supremely relaxing place to stay, say readers. Each room has its own character, mixing hand-picked antiques and artwork with modish paint finishes. Delicate toile de Jouy curtains frame a loch view from one bedroom; another has a sheepskin rug on bare floorboards, folding canvas chairs, a shelf of books. All are supplied with home-made fudge and whisky on arrival, an espresso machine, Scottish Fine Soaps toiletries, robes and biodegradable slippers. An appealing, unpretentious menu offers dishes such as pan-fried sea trout with Scottish asparagus, Dunkeld handmade beef burger, or mushroom and chestnut en croute with garlic mashed potatoes. A full Scottish breakfast includes local sausages and bacon, Stornoway black pudding, Kilduncan eggs. 'This was our third visit, and it has got better every time.'