Located in Forfar, Angus, Scotland, this holiday home sleeps 4 people in 2 bedrooms and offers a range of features including a swimming pool and open fire. The property is all on the ground floor and includes a living/dining room with a wood burner and Smart TV, a kitchen with modern appliances, a utility room, and a sunroom with a wood burner. Both bedrooms have en-suite facilities, and there is an additional shower room and separate toilet for convenience. The house also benefits from biomass underfloor heating, electricity, bed linen, towels, and Wi-Fi. Outside, there is an enclosed back garden with seating, a BBQ, and private parking for 2 cars.
The property provides a tranquil retreat on the edge of Montreathmont Forest, with uninterrupted views of the surrounding countryside. Steeped in World War I history, the house was once a military hospital for soldiers, and the forest was the site of the Montreathmont Camp Radio Station in World War II. The area is rich in wildlife, including the elusive capercaillie, and is a birdwatcher’s paradise at Balgavies Loch. Nearby sandy beaches and the stunning scenery of the Angus Glens offer plenty of outdoor activities, while the towns of Forfar, Kirriemuir, Montrose, and Carnoustie provide local attractions and leisure opportunities.
Guests also have access to the Redroofs swimming pool, located 50 meters away from the holiday accommodation. The pool is available for guests to use between April and September, with a simple booking system in place to ensure private use for one family/group at a time. A welcome pack is provided by the owner, including local produce, and bookings for the pool can be made directly with the owners on site. With excellent travel links to Dundee, Perth, and Aberdeen, as well as a range of activities in the local area, this property offers a perfect base for exploring the hidden gem of Forfar and its surroundings.
Self-catering cottage holidays in the UK and Ireland can still be a green option. You can have the comforts of home and the flexibility to do what you want; when you want - without the hassles of air travel!