About this property
Gardener’s Cottage is set in the heart of a beautiful Perthshire rural estate and has been refurbished to provide delightful holiday accommodation whilst retaining all the charm of a traditional Scottish cottage; it oozes charm and character. With off-road parking, a gravel frontage with a picnic bench, and an open lawned garden leading down to the river, this is a delightful location to enjoy a holiday. Step into the welcoming hallway and discover the living room, which benefits from a log-burning stove, two sofas and an armchair, whilst up a small set of steps, a well-equipped kitchen next door offers a dishwasher, washing machine, kettle and toaster, and a separate dining room is perfect for relaxed dining for all guests.
Also on the ground floor is a bathroom with a shower over the bath. Upstairs, the comfortable bedrooms are bright and fresh, comprising two king-size bedrooms, one of which benefits from a sofa, alongside a third king-size bedroom with a feature range and an en-suite shower room. For days out, visit Perth and uncover Scone Palace, stroll along the River Tay, or explore Perth Art Gallery. Venture to Dundee to discover the striking V&A Dundee and riverside attractions, or enjoy the interactive exhibits at Dundee Science Centre. Further afield, St Andrews offers historic cathedral ruins, coastal walking routes, and a renowned golfing heritage.
Gardener’s Cottage offers a memorable base for discovering this captivating corner of Perthshire. Scottish Licencing Number PK47937F
Located in the heart of Scotland, the small village of Stanley sits beside the River Tay and originates back to the 1700s when it was built to house the employees of the Stanley Mills. The village offers a restaurant and a number of shops. With close proximity to the river, there are fantastic facilities for canoeing and fishing. On the outskirts of the village lies the historic Stanley Mills, recently renovated this historical attraction tells the story of the mills and the people who worked there. There is an excellent children’s adventure park. Also popular is Birnam Oak, sometimes known as Macbeth’s Oak, and its neighbour the Birnam Sycamore which are thought to the sole surviving trees of the great forest that once straddled the banks and hillsides of the River Tay. Just south of Stanley is Scotland’s the city of Perth, a buzzing cosmopolitan hub with an abundance of fine restaurants, café’s, parks and shops to explore. This wonderful city lays claim to many awards and accolades including an award for Beautiful Scotland in Bloom and the Scottish Tourism City of the Year award. The Palace of Scone is also near Perth and is well-worth a visit. The Branklyn gardens are open from April to October and feature an extensive collection of rare and unusual plants. Art lovers can visit The Fergusson Gallery, devoted to the work of one of the celebrated Scottish Colourists, John Duncan Fergusson. Dundee and St Andrews are less than an hour away.
Accommodation
Three bedrooms: 1 x king-size with en-suite with walk-in shower, basin and WC, 2 x king-size.
Ground-floor bathroom with bath with shower over, basin and WC.
Kitchen.
Dining room.
Sitting room with woodburning stove
Central heating.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, kettle, toaster.
Smart TV, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off-road parking for 4 cars.
Enclosed rear garden with furniture.
Non-enclosed garden with lawn, gravel and picnic bench.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop 1.5 miles, pub 1.4 miles.
Note: There are steps from the sitting room to the kitchen, so please bear this in mind when booking.
Note: Good Housekeeping Bond £200.
Note: The non-enclosed garden leads to a river, please supervise children