Holiday Cottages in Scotland

Reviews

What our customers say about their holidays

• Simon - Verified booking

  This property could be spectacular but there were far too many issues for us during our stay in September 2023.

  Positives - The view from the property is absolutely spectacular, all the rooms are very spacious, the kitchen is reasonably well equipped. Negatives - On arrival the windows were open the property was very cold, the boiler was in an error state and it took a while to work out how to solve this, we eventually worked out it was due to no pressure in the boiler. There is no information in the property and we had to text the host for the WiFi password, there is also no information on the recycling procedure, how the Nest system works or what should be done on check out in relation to bed sheets etc. The kitchen is extremely tired with paint wearing off the units, the tap is loose, and in addition the bid lid was very dirty and we found a dirty tray in the oven covered in grease and food detritus. All the windows in the property were filthy. There is a leak in the lounge ceiling during heavy rain. The radiator in the bathroom leaks which pools on the bathroom floor. The curtains in the lounge come off the runner if you shut them as there is a gap in the curtain rail. The lamp in the lounge had a two pin plug so was useless. The paint on the walls are very stained in places. The rug in the lounge is a trip hazard as it has a permanent ruck in it. The parking is very compromised - we struggled to turn cars (we came in two) around at the top of the drive as the person in the downstairs flat didn’t park considerately leaving extremely limited room - in addition the ground surrounding the parking area is unstable and one of our party nearly broke their ankle as the ground collapsed next to the log when they exited the car.

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• Charles - Verified booking

  We had a wonderful time at the Old Schoolhouse.

  The house is spacious and well kitted out. The enclosed garden was great for the twins (2yrs old) and our dog. There were unexpected extras, like a generous welcome pack and garden toys in the shed. The location is great; the property is in a small hamlet only a couple of miles from the shops and facilities of Montrose, yet most days we stepped out of the front door and went on walks in the quiet country lanes or down to the estuary and the lighthouse. The local area has lots to do. We went to many good playparks and the beaches (Lunan and St Cyrus especially) are great. House of Dun is great for history buffs and the zoo at Camperdown Park in Dundee has some great animals (tip: we were there mid afternoon when the keepers were feeding the animals and they came forward). Most of all we enjoyed being in the country with open views, walks, tractors, and occasionally wildlife, like deer in the fields and bats flitting at twilight. The hosts Nick and Emma were friendly and helpful on the few occasions we saw them. They really wanted our feedback.

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• Linda - Verified booking

  Four of us (two couples) had a lovely holiday at Bugaboo.

  The cottage is well-presented with plenty cooking equipment and adequate dishes etc. The kitchen/dining/sitting room is spacious, with comfortable sofas and chairs to relax in after a day’s walking or cycling. The entrance area is great for storing boots, jackets, etc. We used the second sitting room as a store for cool boxes, rucksacks and so on. Bedrooms are nice with comfortable beds. The laundry at the back was ideal for washing and drying clothes and would be a real bonus in bad weather. It was hot and sunny for the whole week we stayed and we enjoyed a cold drink round the picnic table in the garden when we came back each day. The area is beautiful with lots to do for people who enjoy the outdoors. The hotel about a quarter of a mile back towards Aberfeldy has a nice beer garden and offers good food. It can be accessed from a path so no need to walk along the road which can be quite busy. All in all, an excellent stay - we hope to return!

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• Anon. - Verified booking

  Stunning

  The house is stunning, very impressive and well maintained as is the grounds around the house. Beautiful location with spectacular views and walks. The house has 7 bedrooms all en-suite and tastefully decorated. The beds were so comfortable and additional camp beds added for kids if required and plenty space to do so. Everything was really nice and well looked after. The towels are lovely with nice products in the bathrooms. Graham cooked dinner on the Saturday night and it was exceptionally good. The service and attention to detail was perfect. The girls that worked with him were lovely and so efficient. He is an excellent chef, well worth spoiling yourself and have dinner made for you. I honestly cannot rate this experience highly enough. We didn't want to go home! The owners, Graham and Elizabeth are fantastic hosts who should be so proud of what they have achieved.

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• Moira - Verified booking

  We really enjoyed our multi-generational stay at Bugaboo.

  The second sitting room and double room with ensuite (upstairs) was like it's own annex, providing peace and quiet at night time, with the open plan area and two twin ensuite rooms (off the other staircase) were used by the younger two generations. Kitchens and bathrooms were clean, however some surfaces and ledges could do with dusting. The kitchen would benefit a cupboard to store food, as we had to use the wide window shelf, but excellent supply of dishes, pans, and good cooker etc. The second fridge came in useful too. Excellent washing/drying room just outside Bugaboo. We would stay there again if exploring more of the area. Ample parking for two cars on site, but beware the neighborhood watch if visitors park elsewhere in the hamlet! Walking distance from Aberfeldy which has well stocked Co-op, bakery, butchers etc.

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