Guests say
Straton Cottage receives high praise for its spaciousness, well-equipped interiors, and peaceful setting close to beautiful beaches. Guests appreciate the comfortable furnishings, large garden, and thoughtful touches such as a projector room and secure spaces for dogs. The location is ideal for exploring the coast and nearby attractions. While most reviews highlight cleanliness and comfort, one guest noted the need for a deeper clean and some refurbishment. Overall, the cottage offers a restful and enjoyable stay for families and dog owners alike.
Most guests found the cottage clean and comfortable, though one review mentioned the need for a deep clean and refurbishment. The majority of feedback is positive regarding cleanliness.
The location is frequently described as stunning, peaceful, and close to beautiful, quiet beaches and local amenities. The only minor drawback mentioned is a steep walk back from the beach.
Guests consistently mention the cottage's spaciousness, comfortable furnishings, and quality beds. The living areas are highlighted as particularly generous and suitable for groups and families.
The property is praised for being well-equipped, with features such as a projector room, log burner, large garden, and secure spaces for dogs. One review noted the need for some refurbishment, but overall facilities are highly rated.
There are no specific mentions of welcome gifts or extra thoughtful gestures in the reviews, so a score cannot be provided for this category.
About this property
This spacious cottage enjoys lovely views and a large garden perfect for a family BBQ, or take a stroll down to the beach, just ½ mile away..
Ground Floor:
Living room: (1 Step), Smart TV, Woodburner, French Doors Leading To Garden
Kitchen/dining room: Range, Fridge, Dishwasher
Living room 2: (1 Step), Projector Screen, Books, Sofa Bed (Double) (Flexible Sleeping Only)
Utility Room: Freezer, Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer
Bedroom 1: Zip And Link Super Kingsize Bed (2 x Singles On Request)
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
Separate Toilet.
First Floor:
Bedroom 2: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Bedroom 3: Zip And Link 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet.
Oil central heating (underfloor in living room), gas, electricity, bed linen, towels, Wi-Fi and logs for wood burner included. Travel cot and highchair. Welcome pack.. Large, enclosed lawned garden with sitting-out area, garden furniture and BBQ. Bike store. Private parking for 3 cars. No smoking.. This charming detached cottage is set in an elevated position with panoramic views from the grounds towards the sea at St Cyrus. A steep meandering walk down the hill to the beautiful beach starts from the cottage, and there are fine views over the bay towards Montrose Basin as you go down. The cottage is in a secluded position yet next to two other properties and has its own private, enclosed rear garden. The cottage is bright, fresh and welcoming with a wonderful living room with vaulted ceiling and beams where you can relax in front of the wood burner after an energetic day out.
St Cyrus’ beach is a renowned conservation area and visitors will love the wide sandy spaces, rock pools at one end and the opportunity to spot whales, dolphins, seals and otters which frequent the clear waters. Ornithologists are also well catered for, with the nearby Montrose Basin home to thousands of pink footed geese in winter as well as many other wading birds and seasonal visitors throughout the year.
Montrose itself has plenty of facilities including two golf courses, tennis and bowls, as well as being the venue for Mofest, an annual music festival which attracts big names as well as lesser known acts. Dundee is within easy reach for the culturally minded and a visit to the V&A Museum is a must, as well as the RRS Discovery or a trip to the theatre. Beach ½ mile. Shop, pub and restaurant 1 mile.
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Reviews (13)
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Cathy Robinson
Very comfortable cottage in good location. 1 mile from a lovely beach. The cottage was generally well equipped and the owners gave access to plentiful supplies of wood for the log burner which was a welcome surprise. The garden was very pleasant and safe for dogs. The only slight negative about the location is that the property next door is a bit scruffy with a number of vehicles parked outside. The unnecessary speed bump that has been put in at the end of the access road is a bit of a hazard and you need to negotiate it carefully. Overall we had an enjoyable break in a welcoming environment.
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Daryl Freeman
The cottage was in a beautiful spot, it was warm and comfortable and great for dogs with a large heated boot room and a separate utility room. The views down to the sea from my dog walks were truly amazing as was St Cyrus beach at the bottom of the hill. I think the vest thing about the cottage was the living space - I have been to many “6 person” cottages where seating 4 to watch TV was a struggle. The living room was huge ! And then there was a separate TV room….. We were very comfortable and happy there as were our 2 terriers