Guests say
West Cottage in Forfar offers a peaceful, rural retreat with a hot tub and spacious accommodation, ideal for families and groups. Guests have praised the comfortable beds, welcoming touches, and the property's cleanliness, though some noted areas for improvement. The surrounding views and the opportunity to create cherished memories are frequently mentioned highlights.
Cleanliness receives mixed reviews. Several guests found the cottage clean and comfortable, while others noted issues with flies, rat droppings, and general cleanliness. The presence of a welcome pack suggests attention to detail, but inconsistency in cleanliness affects the score.
The location is highly praised for its tranquillity, proximity to other towns, and beautiful countryside views. The rural setting provides a serene escape, though the unenclosed garden was a concern for pet owners. The road condition to the property is noted as an area needing attention.
Comfort is generally well-regarded, with numerous mentions of comfortable beds and a warm, welcoming atmosphere. The spaciousness for large groups is appreciated, although some guests mentioned the need for additional amenities such as hanging space for towels and better heating instructions.
Facilities are appreciated, like the hot tub and well-equipped kitchen, but some guests reported a lack of cooking utensils, bowls, and wine glasses for large groups. Maintenance issues with garden furniture, a secure railing, and appliance functionality were also highlighted.
While guests have mentioned a welcome pack, there is insufficient information to determine the consistency of such thoughtful gestures or if they are standard practice. Therefore, a score cannot be provided, and guests should note that such amenities are not guaranteed.
About this property
Set in Hilton of Guthrie, in the district of Angus, Scotland, is this charming, detached property, West Cottage. The property provides a light, airy and extremely welcoming accommodation, set across two floors with a modern interior design this is a homely space for both families and groups of friends. West Cottage is surrounded by open farming fields, giving a wonderful view to wake up to each morning and plenty of nearby trails. Entering the property, you come into a conservatory with a dining table which overlooks the fields and is the perfect quiet space for reading a good book. Walk through to the sitting room which comes with an electric fire for that extra bit of warmth; indulge in the sofas at hand and have a quiet evening in front of the TV. Furnished to a high-standard, this open-plan kitchen/diner will inspire you to dust off those cookbooks and indulge in all the modern appliances at hand. Gather at the dining table to enjoy a hearty breakfast and plan the day's events or bring a board game from home to while away the hours on those quieter evenings. The property comes with seven well-presented bedrooms set across two floors, and have a range of modern furnishings, which complement the light decor, and offer an abundance of space to store your personal items. Choose from a shower room and bathroom to prepare for your day or relax and have a luxurious soak in the tub with a good book to wash off the tiring events of the day. Enjoy the evening sunshine out on the patio and let the dog run around on the immaculate lawn or take advantage of the hot tub and enjoy a soothing soak under the stars. While you're in the area, you will have access to a number of tourist attractions and the property's rural location makes it the prime spot for some scenic walking and cycling opportunities. A short walk away will bring you to Guthrie Castle set in landscaped grounds and dates back to the 15th century, perfect for this history lovers among you looking to discover more about the local heritage. Further afield is the charming coastal city of Dundee which benefits from access to a large number of art galleries and museums detailing Scotland's heritage. Or choose to explore the coastline with a number of lovely sandy beaches within easy reach, ideal for your little ones and pets to stretch their legs. West Cottage is the ultimate choice for a family break near the coast of Scotland. EPC Rating: Band E
Froickheim is a village in the Angus district of Scotland, less than twenty miles from the bustling coastal city of Dundee. The village offers a small choice of pubs, restaurants, independent shops and supermarkets for all of your amenities. Visit Dundee for access to a wide-range of art galleries and museums detailing the local history and heritage of the area.
Accommodation
Seven bedrooms: 2 x ground-floor doubles, 1 x ground-floor bunk room, 1 x first-floor double, 3 x first-floor singles.
Ground-floor shower room with shower, basin and WC.
First-floor bathroom with bath, basin and WC.
Kitchen/diner.
Sitting room with electric fire.
Conservatory
Electric fire.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, TV and WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off-road parking for 2-3 cars.
Enclosed lawned, decking and gravelled area with furniture and hot tub.
Private Hot Tub located in the garden.
Pets are welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop and pub 2.9 miles
Nearby points of interest
- Brechin Castle centre
- Brechin Cathedral
- House of Dun
- Glamis Castle
- Montrose Basin Wildlife Centre
- Montrose Museum and Art Gallery
- Montrose Air Station Heritage Centre
Reviews (24)
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Fiona
No-one about but felt too open. House could be done with a bit of updating but comfortable and clean.
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Esther
The cottage was big and spacious and had everything we needed. The setting was perfect and very secluded allowing us to enjoy sitting out on the decking and whilst using the hot tub. The owners were very helpful answering any queries I had very quickly and we had pre arranged with them to have a takeaway delivered to us on the second night which was absolutely gorgeous. The weather topped it off allowing us to have a fantastic time all round.
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Allan
Hot tub was great. Rooms and bedding were all clean. Heating definitely works well (we were all roasting). Sun lounge excellent dining and social space. We loved our setup and are talking about making it an annual event.. Opportunities for improvement. The obvious but understandably difficult is the road to the cottage, the tyre tracks create a hump in the middle that can hit underneath of cars (even just scraping that middle section flat periodically may help). WiFi extenders upstairs would be good as reception intermittent. Some general maintenance to freshen up Iâm sure you are aware of. All in all we were 6 âoldâ guys playing golf and poker and had a fabulous time. Hopefully see you next year, Many thanks,