10/10 Excellent
Helen
16 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Helen
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
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Smiddy Cottage @ Dalnoid - Hot-tub - Dogs welcome - Woodburner - Stunning views
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Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Entire home
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 480 sq m
Popular amenities
- Pet-friendlyPet-friendly
- Hot tubHot tub
- FireplaceFireplace
- KitchenKitchen
- Barbecue grillBarbecue grill
- Free WiFiFree WiFi
Explore the area
Blairgowrie, SCT
- Glenshee Ski Centre16 min drive
- Strathmore Golf Centre19 min drive
- Reekie Linn Waterfall20 min drive
- Dundee (DND)56 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Smiddy Cottage @ Dalnoid - Hot-tub - Dogs welcome - Woodburner - Stunning views
2 bed detached cottage in beautiful location with hot tub - flexible arrival/departure - free wifi
Smiddy Cottage sits within its own fenced garden overlooking a large pond with stunning views across Glenshee to Mount Blair and hills/forests of Drumore. Smiddy has been renovated to a high standard and includes traditional features, exposed stone walls & wooden beams.
Smiddy has a spacious king-size master bedroom, twin bedroom, family bathroom with bath & separate shower, open plan living area with kitchen, dining area and living room with woodburning stove.
Facilities within the cottage include dishwasher, washing machine, microwave, electric cooker, fridge, freezer & well-equipped kitchen. Heating is by oil central heating and woodburning stove. All heating, power and logs are included in the price of your stay. Ample off-road parking.
Pets welcome. Ideal location for walking, cycling, touring and fishing. Glenshee Ski Centre 20 minutes away.
Please be aware that there is a gate from the garden directly into the field that contains a large pond, so care should be taken with children.
Smiddy Cottage sits within its own fenced garden overlooking a large pond with stunning views across Glenshee to Mount Blair and hills/forests of Drumore. Smiddy has been renovated to a high standard and includes traditional features, exposed stone walls & wooden beams.
Smiddy has a spacious king-size master bedroom, twin bedroom, family bathroom with bath & separate shower, open plan living area with kitchen, dining area and living room with woodburning stove.
Facilities within the cottage include dishwasher, washing machine, microwave, electric cooker, fridge, freezer & well-equipped kitchen. Heating is by oil central heating and woodburning stove. All heating, power and logs are included in the price of your stay. Ample off-road parking.
Pets welcome. Ideal location for walking, cycling, touring and fishing. Glenshee Ski Centre 20 minutes away.
Please be aware that there is a gate from the garden directly into the field that contains a large pond, so care should be taken with children.
Property manager
Sue Smith
Languages
English
Property amenities
Ski
- Snowboarding and cross-country skiing nearby
- Ski lift privelages
- Skiing privileges
Pool/Spa
- Private spa tub
- Spa tub
Internet
- Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
- On-site parking includes off-street options
- On-site parking
- Car required
Kitchen
- Fridge
- Stovetop
- Microwave
- Oven
- Dishwasher
- Spices
- Blender
- Ice maker
- Freezer
Bedrooms
- 2 bedrooms
- Bed sheets provided
Bathroom
- 1 bathroom
- Bathtub or shower
- Hair dryer
- Shampoo
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Fireplace
- Living room
- Wood stove
Entertainment
- Smart TV with cable/satellite service
- DVD player
- Games
- Books
Outdoor areas
- Fenced garden
- Barbecue
- Garden
- Outdoor furniture
Laundry
- Washing machine and dryer
Comfort
- Heating
Pets
- Pet friendly
- 2 total pets
Suitability/Accessibility
- Smoke-free property
- Note from host: Strictly no smoking in cottage and around hot-tub
Services and conveniences
- Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
- In the mountains
- In a rural location
Things to do
- Optional golf privileges on site
- Ski lift privileges on site
- Snow sports gear on site
- Birdwatching nearby
- Cycling nearby
- Fishing nearby
- Golfing nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Hunting nearby
- Mountain biking nearby
- Mountain climbing nearby
- Sledding nearby
- Wildlife walks nearby
- Winery tours nearby
Safety features
- Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
- Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
- At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
- Recycling
- Comprehensive recycling policy
- Double-glazed windows
- Unit size: 861 sq ft (80 sq m)
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Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21
Check-out
Check-out before 9:30 AM
Contactless check-out
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Pet policy must be adhered to - see House Rules
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Note from host: Note - there is a gate from garden to pond field
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number PK11318F EPC: C
We should mention
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Blairgowrie
Located in Blairgowrie, this cottage is in a rural area and in the mountains. Butcharts Access Poma and Glenshee Ski Centre are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Cairngorms National Park and Auchintaple Loch. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
What's nearby
- Cairngorms National Park - 2 min drive
- Glenshee Ski Centre - 16 min drive
- Strathmore Golf Centre - 19 min drive
- Reekie Linn Waterfall - 20 min drive
- Backwater Reservoir Viewpoint - 28 min drive
Getting around
- Pitlochry Station - 23 min drive
- Dundee (DND) - 63 min drive
Restaurants
- Mervat's Village Gallery & Cafe - 3 min drive
- Glenisla Hotel - 12 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Smiddy Cottage @ Dalnoid - Hot-tub - Dogs welcome - Woodburner - Stunning views pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).
What time is check-in at Smiddy Cottage @ Dalnoid - Hot-tub - Dogs welcome - Woodburner - Stunning views?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Smiddy Cottage @ Dalnoid - Hot-tub - Dogs welcome - Woodburner - Stunning views?
Checkout is at 9:30 AM.
Where is Smiddy Cottage @ Dalnoid - Hot-tub - Dogs welcome - Woodburner - Stunning views located?
Situated in the mountains, this cottage is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Cairngorms National Park and within 12 miles (20 km) of Auchintaple Loch and Butcharts Access Poma. Glenshee Ski Centre and Cairnwell Tow are also within 12 miles (20 km).
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Judie H.
24 Jun 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Simply Gorgeous
A fabulous cottage with everything you need for a holiday. great views and our very nervous dog loved it too. we highly reccomend and will book again. Thank you Sue and Phillip
Judie H.
Stayed 13 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Lucy S.
4 Feb 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Home away from home
A lovely little cottage on a picturesque setting. We absolutely had an amazing time here and felt instantly at home, the hot tub was a great touch with a view of the stars on a clear night. We will definitely be back.
Lucy S.
10/10 Excellent
Gemma M.
16 Dec 2019
Liked: Cleanliness
Dalnoid holiday cottages
We had a wonderful few days. They had thought of everything you would need for a self catering holiday. The views are stunning.
Gemma M.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019
8/10 Good
Louise F.
11 Sept 2019
Liked: Cleanliness
Overall very enjoyable stay, few things to be aware of.
Overall we had a very enjoyable stay at Smiddy Cottage! We loved the location for its proximity to stunning landscape and local villages to visit.
The cottage has many positives including its clean, spacious and well stocked with kitchen utensils. The garden is very nice (not the greatest view) and the biggest positive for us was enjoying the hot tub on a clear night whilst gazing at the stars.
A few things on the listing could have been made clearer including, the proximity of the cottage to the road, there is a fast road right next to the cottage, the cottage is also one of approx 4-5 properties on the same area, neither of these were a problem to us but could be to others.
The cottage is overall very neat and tidy but could do with a lick of paint in a few areas and the master bedroom mattress could do with replacing as it's very creaky (though we both still slept well).
Like we say overall a very enjoyable stay, the multiple positives definitely outwaying the few drawbacks, no place is ever going to be 100% for everyone but this is defo coming it at 95% for us! 😎
Louise F.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019
6/10 Okay
Robin E.
19 Aug 2019
short break
This property as a whole was very impressive.
when we arrived this Spacious and very up to date cottage with usual mod cons was just what we were after.
The hot tub was kept clean for the whole of our stay.
The view was not as good as we were led to believe nor were we told that the property was beside the main Rd to Glenshee. Easier to find the place but had to deal with constant traffic during the day which was pretty poor for relaxing when the motorbikes were letting rip on the way past.
We also had a problem with the furniture as the flies seem to gather on it, maybe because dogs have been allowed on the seats (evident with the dogs hairs).
The cottage is not on it's own as there is another four lets plus the owners farm house within 100 mts.
Not a bad place but we could not get the benefit of being in the country with the traffic just over the hedge.
Robin E.
10/10 Excellent
Brian J.
22 Jul 2019
Liked: Cleanliness
heaven in the wild
Nice and comfy, looks out from large window over pond with all the attractions you would expect including a Heron.
Good sized rooms clean and tidy, log fire if you need it.
Want some relaxation this is it, hot tub included.
Brian J.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019
10/10 Excellent
Richard T.
20 Jul 2019
Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent Little Cottage
This cottage was so lovely, it was in a quiet location and the hot tub was amazing! We really appreciated the chocolate and shortbread which was left, and the personal touch of the recommendations of places to go. We would definitely come back!
Richard T.
10/10 Excellent
paula S., Dunoon
8 Jun 2019
Liked: Cleanliness
Escape from it all
A fantastic base to explore this lovely part of Scotland whether your interested in hill walking, cycling, sightseeing and fishing.
The Smiddy cottage is fully equipped for upto 4 people. The hot tub is lovely to relax in anytime of the day. The wood burning stove is lovely for a warm cosy atmosphere if your having a night in.
paula S.
10/10 Excellent
Isla B.
12 Apr 2019
Smiddy Cottage
Lovely cottage with lovely personal details eg homemade scones on arrival, separate robes and towels for the hottub, and the luxury toiletries in the bathroom
Isla B.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019