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Charming Cottage In Historic Arts And Crafts Village

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Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor dining
Exterior
Exterior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

About this property

Entire place

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

Charming Cottage In Historic Arts And Crafts Village


In a village renowned for its outstanding beauty, architecture and tranquility, The Byre is a three bedroom luxury self-catering cottage in a delightful courtyard setting. Situated near to the famous 5000 year-old Yew Tree, it is just two hours from both Edinburgh and Glasgow. The area is rich in beauty and wildlife, set in the heart of Perthshire with its hills, lochs, rivers and woodland. The small town of Aberfeldy is eight miles away and the picturesque village of Kenmore at the head of the River Tay is just six miles. Glen Lyon, Scotland's longest and loveliest glen stretches West for over 35 miles and the silvery ribbon of the River Lyon echoes the contours of the village as it wends its way Eastwards to join the Tay. The Byre offers spacious and comfortable accommodation for up to six guests in three bedrooms with two bathrooms and small private garden with BBQ and seating looking out onto woodland. Wheelchair accessible. No Smoking.

In line with Scottish legislation, Perth & Kinross Council have granted a full licence for Short-term lets (licence number PK11467F, valid until 15 May 2027).

Property manager

Julia Loudon

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • On a lake
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Snow sports gear

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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: £20 charge (up to 2 dogs)

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 Registration Number PK11467F

Property is also known as

Charming Cottage Historic Arts Crafts Village Fortingall
Charming Historic Arts Crafts Village Fortingall
Charming Historic Arts Crafts
Charming Cottage In Historic Arts And Crafts Village Cottage
Charming Cottage In Historic Arts And Crafts Village Aberfeldy

About the neighborhood

Map
Perthshire, Fortingall

What's nearby

  • Fortingall Yew - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Loch Tay - 7 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Mains of Taymouth Golf Course - 9 min drive - 9.5 km
  • Castle Menzies - 11 min drive - 11.3 km
  • Taymouth Castle - 16 min drive - 11.7 km

Getting around

  • Pitlochry Station - 28 min drive
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 109 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Courtyard Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Mains of Taymouth - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Taymouth Castle - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Boathouse Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Highland Safaris Cafe - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Cottage In Historic Arts And Crafts Village pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Charming Cottage In Historic Arts And Crafts Village?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Cottage In Historic Arts And Crafts Village?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming Cottage In Historic Arts And Crafts Village located?

This family-friendly Aberfeldy cottage is located on a river, within a 15-minute walk of Fortingall Yew and Canyoning Scotland. Fortingall Church and Glenlyon Gallery are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Charming Cottage In Historic Arts And Crafts Village Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 66 out of 82 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 82 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 82 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 82 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 82 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Frederica C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pleasant but not for cold weather!
Three of us adults were comfortable, but cold. The heating cost of fuel and wood for stove was high and made our comfort stressful. Otherwise, moral was easily accessible, accommodating and pleasant. Thank you, Frederica
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Sandy G.

Liked: Cleanliness
A lovely setting, but some issues with the cottage
Fortingall is a lovely village and the the cottage is right next to the church in a courtyard with parking. The cottage is reasonably comfortable, though a little dark
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Richard L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyable stay
Well since you’re asking! Everything was good, apart from just three things. The freezer didn’t work, the door didn’t close properly. The oven and stove top were questionable; the cool down cycle on the oven was long and loud. The master bed mattress was a bit skinny and quite uncomfortable. Everything else was great.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mandy P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet and peaceful village
This was a wonderful cottage that fit our girls group perfectly. We enjoyed the country walks and the Highland cows.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lee B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Don S., Richmond

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect getaway at the base of the highlands
We spent three nights in this lovely place. It was comfortable, tidy, and had everything we needed. The location was perfect for getting a taste of Scotland, away from crowds. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cottage
This was a lovely rural location with lovely views. The cottage was very clean and spacious. Really was a home from home.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynn m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ms
All good. Slightly disappointed in the initial impression .. lots of bins outside, dead baskets & weeds in entrance path and in garden at front plus the same in the rear garden, patio full of weeds & garden furniture in need of some love. Spacious property, clean, a little dark with brown being the dominant colour. Welcome milk, tea, coffee, sugar, no welcome pack. Oven needs cleaning. Comfy beds. Bedroom overly garden on the chilly side. Loved the location, Fortingall very beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

David B.

Liked: Cleanliness
A wonderful cottage in a beautiful setting!
We enjoyed every aspect of or stay. The cottage was immaculate and had everything required for an enjoyable stay. The owner and caretaker were only a phone call away and only too happy to help when we had a request for an extra evening stay. Nothing was to much trouble. We would definitely recommend the cottage for exploring the wonderful countryside in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hidden gem in Glen Lyon
Lovely cottage, all we needed except TV was very old and we could not access subtitles for my partner who has severe hearing loss. Fortingall Hotel just next door, food excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maggi M., Canada, between Ottawa and Montreal

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property in the heart of Scotland
My husband, sister, niece and I stayed a week in The Byre this May. The property is second to none. It is so well appointed, roomy, bright, tastefully decorated and spotless. It has it's own private garden for sitting out or eating a large kitchen and dining area, a very generous living room and comfortable spacious bedrooms and bathrooms. On top of all that it is located in a truly fascinating little village with a lovely little pub and a hotel just a few meters away (It was off season, so we didn't get a chance to make use of the hotel restaurant, but it looked very inviting) instead when not cooking at the property, we ate in both Kenmore and Aberfeldy which are not far from Fortingall. The village is central to so much of Scotland, Glencoe, Pitlochry, The Trossachs, Glasgow and the coast. It is a perfect place for a restful holiday with plenty of room for a family of 4 to 6. I can't recommend it highly enough. Wish I was back there.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect setting
A beautiful cottage in beautiful surroundings, you won't be disappointed
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gill L.

Liked: Cleanliness
New Year at the Byre
Lovely property, very comfortable. We hit snowed in but were well supplied and the surroundings just looked magical. Very friendly neighbours and locals. Would return, a lovely festive break.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julie L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great home base for our adventures.
We loved staying at The Byre, the location was perfect as a base for our hill walking and Munro bagging, while still being an easy drive away from Glasgow and Edinburgh for city adventures. Coming home to the cozy wood stove after a long day hiking was just perfect, and the well equipped kitchen had all we wanted for cooking meals. Having two bathrooms and such an open living space was just what we needed when family joined us part of the stay.
Stayed 21 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

M B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful place!
This is my first time in Scotland and it has left me wanting more. The accommodation was amazing and all amenities were there. The house was beautifully clean and a perfect home from home. We all really enjoyed our stay and felt fully recharged.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Toby G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfy and roomy
Lovely house in quiet, beautiful village. Gorgeous walks down to the river, by the Loch and up in Glen Lyon.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Vicki G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for a birthday weekend!
Fantastic property, well furnished, really spacious, comfortable and well equipped. Perfect garden for a dog. Beautiful location and within easy reach of Aberfeldy.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jason W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cottage Experience
The cottage at Fortingall was a wonderful place to stay. Clean and had everything you needed. Julie was very helpful. Beautiful countryside and secluded. Would stay here again for sure.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joan A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent, very helpful owner, nothing a problem..
Excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely cottage
We had a great long weekend. The cottage has everything you would need. Set in stunning views and the location is perfect for sight seeing. There is a Hotel next door but unfortunately it does not do meals just now. Aberfeldy has some good places for food. Especially the Fountain Bar. All we needed for a lovely family trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable cosy long weekend.
Lovely comfortable cottage in beautiful countryside. Was sorry that the adjacent hotel was not open as that was an additional attraction for our booking.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Allison B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely weekend with friends
Lovely house in beautiful area. We were there on a cold snowy weekend so we’re grateful for the wood burner
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Jamie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet get away.
Spacious and comfortable. All items needed for a pleasant stay
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Marie C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming cottage.
Attractive, cosy cottage. Everything worked. Location is perfect for seeing this beautiful part of Scotland.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Terence R.

Liked: Cleanliness
In the heart of a beautiful area
Fortingall is an Arts and Crafts gem of a village, with great history, and its famous yew. The roads are quiet enough for walking or jogging, but you need transport to get along the exquisite Glen Lyon road, or to Aberfeldy, and further afield. The accommodation was comfortable enough, though could do with having the lock on the front bedroom window replaced/ fixed, the outdoor light wasn't working, and a few blankets would have been welcome.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021