Marchburn

Enjoying a delightful spot on the eastern fringes of the magnificent Cairngorms National Park, this colourful and picturesque cottage makes a lovely holiday destination for couples and families. The property is set in the beautiful Glen Clova, offering some wonderful opportunities for hill walking, cycling and watching the abundant local wildlife. Surrounded by stunning views of the glen, this delightful period property is a cosy and welcoming getaway. Providing ample space for up to four guests, this idyllic cottage offers a tranquil retreat for guests exploring this magnificent area.

On entering this attractive single-level period cottage you will find yourself in the pretty, warming and cosy open-plan lounge/kitchen/diner. Beautifully decorated and tastefully furnished, this bright and colourful room makes a lovely living space for you to relax in. The light and relaxing lounge has plenty of seating, a traditional wood burner and TV/DVD so you can snuggle down in the evening and watch a movie or chat late into the night. The stylish kitchen is equipped with everything you may need to cook your favourite meals which you can share in the delightful dining area. Exploring the property further, there are two charming bedrooms. The super-king-size bedroom offers lovely garden views and an en-suite bathroom complete with a shower over the bath and a WC. There’s also a spacious twin bedroom with a pretty garden view. In addition, the cottage has a useful shower room.

Stepping outside, the mature, enclosed garden circles the cottage, providing magnificent views across the glen. The cheerful seating area is the perfect spot to sit back, dine alfresco, enjoy a glass or two of wine and take in the glorious scenery. Ample off-road parking is available by the side of the cottage.

• 2 bedrooms – 1 super king-size and 1 twin
• 1 shower room and 1 en-suite bathroom
• Electric oven and hob, fridge/freezer, microwave and dishwasher
• Wood burner – first basket of logs included
• Utility – washing machine
• TV/DVD player and DAB radio with CD player in lounge
• Enclosed garden with seating area
• Private water supply
• Wi-Fi available
• Ample enclosed off-road parking
• Shop 9 miles, pub and restaurant within walking distance
• Short Term Let Licence Number - AN-01196-P
• EPC - Band F
• This property will be decorated for Christmas
• Arrival: 16:00 onwards
• Departure: before 10:00, unless otherwise stated in your arrival details
• 1 dog allowed. Dogs are charged at £20 each per full or part week
• There is an Accidental Damage Deposit of £200 when booking at this property, however this may be waived for £25. We’ll provide more details about this when booking your holiday.

The magnificent valley of Glen Clova has an abundance of wildlife and plenty of outdoor activities including walking, biking, deer stalking, Munro bagging and fishing for salmon and trout. For golfers, there’s a fantastic choice of courses within easy reach including Kirriemuir (13 miles) and Forfar (19 miles). The bustling town of Kirriemuir (14.5 miles) is the home of the Kirriemuir Camera Obscura, the Gateway to the Glens Museum and the JM Barrie Birthplace attraction – in honour of the creator of Peter Pan. Also nearby is the popular market town of Forfar (17.5 miles) where you will find a variety of great independent shops, restaurants and pubs, as well as attractions including the Meffan Museum and Art Gallery, Forfar Loch Country Park and the Pitmuies Gardens. Wildlife-lovers can head to RSPB Scotland Loch of Kinnordy (15 miles) where you may spot gadwalls, ospreys and whooper swans, or visit the wonderful Redwings Mountains (also 15 miles) which is a sanctuary for horses, ponies and donkeys, and a haven for other local wildlife including red squirrels. Travelling further into the Cairngorms, you can explore Glen Doll (5 miles) which offers six marked trails and is a fantastic spot for climbers and birdwatchers. The stunning Corrie Fee National Nature Reserve (5 miles) is a beautiful rocky landscape formed by ice over thousands of years and provides some wonderful walks with chances to spot peregrines and golden eagles.