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Gardener's Cottage, Glen Lyon

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Wood fired hot tub facing West
Wood fired hot tub facing West
Wood fired hot tub facing West
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Twin Room
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Gardeners Cottage exterior
Gardeners Cottage exterior
Gardeners Cottage exterior
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A view of Glen Lyon looking south
A view of Glen Lyon looking south
A view of Glen Lyon looking south
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View from the cottage in winter
View from the cottage in winter
View from the cottage in winter
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The Roman Bridge (www.andyhallphotography.com)
The Roman Bridge (www.andyhallphotography.com)
The Roman Bridge (www.andyhallphotography.com)
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Enjoying a walk on a nearby hill
Enjoying a walk on a nearby hill
Enjoying a walk on a nearby hill
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Hill Loch
Hill Loch
Hill Loch
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Close to some deer on the hill
Close to some deer on the hill
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Age Restrictions

  • Gardener's Cottage allows 2 children per adult
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Payment Terms

A 25% deposit is due at time of booking.

The remainder due 6 weeks before arrival.

Overview

The Gardener's Cottage sleeps 4 people and is located on South Chesthill Estate. Also on the estate is Chesthill House, which sleeps 16.

This attractive holiday cottage dates back to the 1800s and was last refurbished in Spring 2020.  It is located with wonderful views of Glen Lyon, one of the most beautiful glens in Scotland.  The area around the cottage is particularly enchanting as some of the photographs show, including dramatic hills, open fields, mature trees and the River Lyon.

The cottage has a well-equipped kitchen and comfortable bedrooms and living/dining room, and wonderful views of the glen.  There is a wood fired hot tub in the garden. It is both a perfect base from which to enjoy the surrounding countryside, and somewhere to enjoy a little quiet time away from the hectic hustle and bustle of life.

The changeover day is a Sunday. All prices are listed excluding sport.


Food & beverage

Guests will be able to use the cottage's well-equipped kitchen, which includes an electric cooker, freezer, fridge, microwave, and washing machine.

Other facilities

A Smart television and a DVD player are provided in the sitting room, for those days where wind and rain are rattling the windows!

House-trained dogs are allowed but not in the bedrooms. If dogs are muddy or wet, please ensure they are cleaned and dried before going into the house. Dogs that might cause any damage must please be kept in private cars.

Walking & picnicking

A picnic site and table are provided next to one of the prettiest pools on the river. The Gardener's Cottage is an ideal base for those keen on more hill walking, with a number of Munros within easy reach, including Ben Lawers, a National Nature Reserve due to its rare flowers.

Fishing

The area is also renowned for fishing and trout fishing permits are available on the River Lyon (these should be organised in advance).  Salmon fishing permits may be available.

The catch is well spread over the spring, summer, and autumn, from April through to 15 October, with salmon caught weighing up to mid 20lbs.

Stalking

Hind stalking is can be arranged, depending on availability, between November and February, and should be organised in advance.

Additional Activities

Clay pigeon shooting may be available and is arranged directly with the Keeper, Ainster.

For golfers, there are nine-hole golf courses at Aberfeldy, Kenmore, Strathtay and Killin, and an attractive 18 hole course at Taymouth Castle.

Water sports are available on Loch Tay.

Pony trekking is available locally.

There are many places of historic interest and gardens within easy reach, including the Fortingall Yew, reputed to be the oldest living thing in Europe!

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The contact with all the people involved with the booking and the stay at the cottage were very friendly and efficient .The cottage itself is in an ideal location for visiting the Glen and surrounding areas it also has an exceptional view from all windows .

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Facilities & information

Summary

18th-century buildings

Parking (free)

Child friendly

Dog/Pet friendly

Self Catering

Historic property

Facilities

Free broadband access (wifi)

Private/enclosed garden

Outdoor terrace

Garden furniture

Self-catering facilities

Children's cots

Children's highchairs

Woodland walks

DVD library

Linen included

Towels included

Sitting room

Iron/ironing board

Hair dryers

Washing machine

Telephone

Electric heating

Food

Self-catering facilities

Picnic area

Electric oven

Electric hob

Microwave

Fridge

Recreations

Recommended walks

Pub (a short drive)

Golf course (a short drive)

Recommended restaurants (a short drive)

Arrival information & directions

Address: South Chesthill Estate, Glen Lyon, Aberfeldy, Perthshire, Scotland, PerthshirePH15 2NH, United Kingdom

Directions:

1) From Edinburgh airport and the south, aim for the Forth Road Bridge and then the M90 (easy sign-posts from the airport) then take the A9 towards Inverness. 2) Exit off the A9 north of Perth at Ballinluig and head west to Aberfeldy along the A827.  3) Before leaving Aberfeldy turn right at the crossroads onto the B846.  4) Head through Weem, past Dull, and a couple of miles later turn left at Coshieville towards Fortingall (signposted). 5) Go through Fortingall and turn right after 300 yards into Glen Lyon (signposted).  6) The cottage is c.3 miles along Glen Lyon. Pass a white cottage by the road on the right with antlers above the door, then the river gets very close to the left of the road. The turning into the property's drive, where there are two stone gate posts, is 150 yards beyond the green box on the right as the road bends to the left, and there's a small black sign with white writing saying Chesthill House. Go up the drive past Chesthill House and follow the track through the woods and Gardeners Cottage is the second property on the right.

Driving or flying? Allow 1 ½ hour from Edinburgh.

Getting the train? The nearest station is Dunkeld (30 mins). Aberfeldy Taxis: 01887 820370. Order in advance. Cost: c.£60 (2014).

Legal information:
  • Gardener's Cottage, Glen Lyon - This property is managed by a private individual