Guests say
Cardean Mill is a well-received holiday cottage, praised for its idyllic location, beautiful scenery, and wildlife. Guests appreciate the spaciousness, cleanliness, and the warm welcome from the hosts, including thoughtful touches like welcome packs. While some guests noted issues with comfort and facilities, the overall experience is one of tranquillity and enjoyment in a picturesque setting.
Most guests found the cottage to be clean and well-maintained, though a few mentioned the presence of cobwebs and dust. The positive remarks on cleanliness far outweigh the negatives, indicating a high standard overall.
The location is consistently praised for its beauty, wildlife, and tranquillity. It serves as a great base for exploring the surrounding areas, with many guests expressing a desire to return.
While many guests found the property comfortable and cosy, some issues were raised regarding the comfort of the furniture and beds. The positive comments suggest that the property is generally comfortable, but there is room for improvement.
Facilities are generally well-regarded, with the property being well-stocked and maintained. However, some guests experienced issues with Wi-Fi, a lack of tumble dryer, and shower pressure, which suggests that some of the facilities could be updated or improved.
Guests frequently mentioned the thoughtful welcome packs and the helpfulness of the hosts. While these gifts are greatly appreciated, it's important to note that such personal touches, though common, are not guaranteed.
About this property
Blairgowrie 9 miles. Built in 1840 and located in the idyllic, tranquil riverside location, Cardean Mill is a beautiful property perched between two bridges with picturesque surroundings. Set along the banks of Dean Water and just 1 mile away from the pretty village of Meigle, known to be one of the oldest villages in Scotland, this former Lint Mill is the perfect getaway for a family or group of friends looking for a calming retreat. This fantastic renovated mill is oozing with character and retains many of its traditional features, including the working, internal mill wheel and the overhead Velux windows which create a bright and airy feel. The large, open plan sitting and dining area is freshly decorated and has plenty of comfortable seating for you to sit and relax after a long day exploring. In addition, the well-equipped kitchen also has all the amenities you need to make a delicious home-cooked meal. Over two floors, every room has wonderful views of the countryside and river. There are four bedrooms within the property, including one ground floor twin with a large en-suite shower room, a master double bedroom that has floor-to-ceiling windows with delightful views, as well as en-suite facilities and another double bedroom with walk-in wardrobes. There is also a family bathroom on the first floor which features a traditional roll-top, freestanding bath. Outside, the grounds within the property are impressive with plenty of space for the children to play, including the play area that is fitted with swings, a climbing frame and slides. The lawned area with furniture and barbecue offers the perfect, relaxing, riverside alfresco dining spot. Right on your doorstep you will find regular sightings of wildlife such as otters, kingfishers, deer and even beavers. With the garden extending over 1.5 acres of land and access to the neighbouring woodland, you could even go trout fishing and canoeing which is permitted on the river. Nearby there is plenty to do in your surroundings, including a selection of golf courses - the famous Gleneagles and St. Andrews being only a 45 minute drive away, an outdoor activity centre and even canoeing and walking and cycling tracks. Admire the stunning architecture and mystique of Glamis Castle or you could even take a day trip to the ski centre nearby! Nearby is the large town of Blairgowrie and the city of Perth which has an array of attractions, theatres, a shopping mall, numerous pubs and restaurants, as well as nightlife. With superb views and placed amongst stunning countryside, Cardean Mill is the perfect getaway for a group looking to relax in a peaceful atmosphere. EPC Rating: Band C
The red stone town of Blairgowrie is situated on the banks of the River Ericht, where it emerges from spectacular gorges in Strathmore. With good shops and great restaurants, it makes an excellent base for exploring Perthshire, the beautiful Angus Glens and is a gateway to the Highlands.
Accommodation
Four bedrooms: 2 x double (one with en-suite shower, basin and WC), 1 x ground floor twin with en-suite shower, basin and WC, 1 x twin.
Bathroom with roll-top freestanding bath, hand-held shower, basin and WC.
Kitchen.
Sitting room with dining area.
Gas central heating.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine in boiler cupboard, dishwasher, TV with Freeview, DVD, CD, radio, WiFi, selection of books and games.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Cot and highchair.
Ample off road parking.
Enclosed lawned surrounding the property with wishing well, furniture, BBQ and children's play area (please ensure children are supervised here).
Sorry no smoking.
One well-behaved pet welcome.
Shop, cafe, gift shop and pub 1 mile.
Notes: The property is beside a river and the mill wheel feature is unfenced, please ensure children are supervised.
Please note: This property only accepts a minimum of 7 nights between April and September, this would need to be a Friday changeover.
Nearby points of interest
- Glamis Castle
- Verdant Works
- Dundee Science Centre
- HMS Unicorn
Reviews (48)
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Christopher
Beautiful house in a beautiful setting
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Liberty
It was such a lovely home and our hosts were fantastic! They were extremely friendly and gave advice on nice things to do and places to visit. The property was clean and the facilities (kitchen, bathrooms) were plentiful and clean. The property also had a variety of local activity leaflets, books and games to play. The property is also dog-friendly which is an added benefit. The walks nearby were beautiful and we even saw a variety of wildlife. Overall, it was a lovely and picturesque place to stay, and I strongly recommend it! Me and my family will definitely be returning :)
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Laura
The setting is stunning and the location is set up to explore so much of Scotland. The charm and history of this property completely stole my heart. Itâs honestly such an incredible house. We stayed here with our 3 children and my Mum joined us after a couple of days. The rooms are so spacious and the convenience of two en suites and a main bathroom really worked well. The living room is perfect for space to eat, play games and socialise in the evening. I would highly recommend this stay. Thank you so much to the owners who were welcoming and kind during our stay.