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Kirkgate Cottage – Countryside Living

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Outdoor dining
TV
Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Kirkgate Cottage – Countryside Living

This charming cottage is perfect for a relaxing stay in the country. Set in the peaceful hamlet of Balkeerie, amidst the beautiful scenery of Angus, this comfortable country home has all you need to unwind. Traditional, quality furnishings have been blended beautifully with contemporary artwork and modern home comforts to provide the perfect rural idyll. You’ve room to roam for miles plus access to nearby national treasures like the stunning, turreted Glamis Castle or Eassie’s Pictish Stone.

The space

The two bedroomed cottage is attached to a large main house but is completely self-contained. There is a front porch, ideal for boots and wellies! The lounge is spacious and comfortable with a cosy electric fire and Smart TV. There’s a modern kitchen with a bright dining area for four and outside there are also garden chairs and a table for eight for any al-fresco dining opportunities!

The bathroom is fresh and modern with an electric shower and heated towel rail. Upstairs are two bedrooms; one is a double bedroom and one is a twin bedroom, both with ample storage.

There’s a large, grassed garden with a children’s playframe and a private parking area.



KEY FEATURES


2 bedrooms with ample storage space
Modern kitchen with bright dining area
Comfortable and cosy lounge
Large garden with kids playframe
Private parking
Close to historic attraction of Glamis Castle



LOCATION

Kirkgate Cottage is situated in the hamlet of Balkeerie in a very quiet rural area in Angus, north eastern Scotland. The nearest village is Eassie, less than a mile away and Forfar is about 9 miles away and Dundee about 13 miles.

There are several attractions nearby including Glamis Castle and Gardens and the V & A museum in Dundee. The area is also renowned for its excellent farmland and quality, fresh produce such as soft fruits (strawberries, raspberries, etc) and vegetables such as the famous Eassie asparagus.

Dundee has good air, rail, and road links to the rest of the country and Forfar also has excellent road links all round the county.



Welcome to Kirkgate Cottage and have a fantastic stay!
No Parties.
1 small well behaved dog.
£150 smoking fine.
£50 late check-out fine.

Property manager

Clark Anderson Properties

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

Kirkgate Cottage – countryside living at its best Forfar
95881

About the area

Map
Eassie, Scotland

What's nearby

  • Glamis Castle - 9 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Strathmore Golf Centre - 11 min drive - 10.7 km
  • V&A Dundee - 21 min drive - 24.6 km
  • City Square - 22 min drive - 25.1 km
  • University of Dundee - 22 min drive - 25.7 km

Getting around

  • Invergowrie Station - 29 min drive
  • Dundee (DND) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Aylth Fish Bar - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Joinery Coffee Shop - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Golden Palace - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Lands of Loyal Hotel - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Alyth Hotel - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Kirkgate Cottage – Countryside Living pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Kirkgate Cottage – Countryside Living?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Kirkgate Cottage – Countryside Living?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Kirkgate Cottage – Countryside Living located?

Situated in Forfar, this holiday home is within 6 miles (10 km) of Angus Folk Museum, Meigle Museum and Glamis Castle. Ogilvy Distillery and Duncan Hall are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Kirkgate Cottage – Countryside Living Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Paul R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great short break
We wanted a short break in a quiet location with the capacity to accomodate our small dog. This property had a nice enclosed garden, was convenient for local towns and also the coast. It fitted the bill perfectly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Veronica B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Glamis holiday
Nice little cottage . Very convenient for all attractions in the area. Lovely and quiet to come back to and relax . I would go back .
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Charlie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
April 2022 Review
The cottage was well equipped and perfect for our needs. The garden was especially good for playing hide and seek! Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022