Murrayshall Country Estate

Murrayshall Country Estate frequently asked questions

Who owns Murrayshall Country Estate?

Built in 1664, Murrayshall House was originally owned by Sir Andrew Murray (son of First Lord Balvaird). The family became known as the Graham-Murrays and they stayed in the house for 260 years, during which time the house was repeatedly modernised. After a series of tragedies, the property changed hands and in 1973 it was bought by a group of businessmen who transformed it into the luxury hotel it is today.

How do you get to Murrayshall Country Estate?

Set in 365 acres of stunning Perthshire countryside, the Murrayshall Country Estate, located in Scone, is easy to get to by car and it has plenty of on-site parking. It's one hour and 15-minutes from Edinburgh or one hour and 20-minutes from Glasgow. The nearest train station is in Perth, which is a 14-minute taxi ride away, and the nearest airport is Dundee (DND), which is half an hour away by car.

What is included in a spa day at Murrayshall Country Estate?

What's included in a spa day at Murrayshall Country Estate depends on the experience that you book. There are no spa facilities, but there are extensive grounds to enjoy including two parkland golf courses. There are however two treatment rooms where therapists offer a unique collection of Ishga therapies and rituals.

What is near Murrayshall Country Estate?

Murrayshall Country Estate is in a great location for exploring the surrounding area. Nearby attractions include:

• Scone Palace
• Black Watch Museum
• Perth Racecourse

When was Murrayshall Country Estate built?

The estate was first built in 1664, and stayed within the same family for 260 years. After a series of tragedies, the property changed hands and in 1973 it was bought by a group of businessmen who transformed it into the luxury hotel it is today.

What amenities does Murrayshall Country Estate have?

A stately home turned sophisticated hotel, Murrayshall Country Estate has 40 rooms ranging from 'Snugs' to suites. The hotel's award-winning dining includes the main restaurant, Eòlas (pronounced Olass) for local fare, as well as the more relaxed Cairns for a gastronomic experience. There's also the Barossa bar for Scottish whisky, gin and classic cocktails.

There are no spa facilities, but there are extensive grounds to enjoy including two parkland golf courses. The land spans over 365 acres with two parkland golf courses and several walks meandering through the gardens. Within the estate, you can go fishing on the River Tay, paddle boarding, cycling, or laser clay shooting in the grounds. There are also two treatment rooms where therapists offer a unique collection of Ishga therapies and rituals.

Accessible facilities include:

• Hearing loops on request
• Accessible parking
• Level access to some bedrooms, the restaurant, bar and reception
• Dedicated Superior Access rooms on the ground floor

What are the food and drink options at Murrayshall Country Estate?

The hotel's award-winning dining includes the main restaurant, Eòlas (pronounced Olass) for local fare, as well as the more relaxed Cairns for a gastronomic experience. There's also the Barossa bar for Scottish whisky, gin and classic cocktails.

How many treatment rooms are there at Murrayshall Country Estate?

The SPA Gate lodge is located a short five minutes from the hotel and has two treatment rooms where therapists offer a unique collection of Ishga therapies and rituals.

What time is check in/check out?

Check-in at Murrayshall Country Estate is 3pm, while check-out is 11am. The spa is open everyday from 9am until 6pm, however later treatment times can be arranged on request. It is suggested you check your specific arrival times however for your spa break, as well as any changes for bank holidays.