Balbinny Broch - Self-catering cottage in Angus
Balbinny Farmhouse, Forfar, DD8 3PF, Angus
Scotland,
Reino Unido
An adventurous approach over gorse-covered moorland to a narrow lane and Balbinny Farm, on whose land Lethnot stands. It's designed to resemble a pictish broch and built from stones saved from the old steading, but has a grass roof, curved walls and is glass-fronted to take in the views. There's a 'next door' broch too, but you're not overlooking each other. Walk in to a good sized hall then an open-plan living room with wooden floors, comfortable chairs with sheepskin throws and a large tweedy sofa - but best of all, wrap-around views. The kitchen is sleek and grey and incredibly well thought-out, the dining table has modern chairs which provide a snatch of colour, sliding oak doors cleverly, stylishly, maximise space. Bedrooms are view-filled and simple with upcycled headboards and dressing tables, clever lighting, plain linen curtains; underfloor heated bathrooms will dazzle you with kit. There are floating bean bags for the pool, a tennis court in the garden (maybe a distant hum from the A90), treatments if you want them, walks galore, fishing in the South Esk or a visit to Glamis Castle.
Características
- Wheelchair access
- At least one bedroom & bathroom accessible.
- Limited mobility
- At least one bedroom & bathroom accessible without steps.
- Children welcome
- Suitable for guests with children aged 3 and over.
- No smoking
- Smoking not permitted anywhere in the property.
- Credit cards
- Credit or debit card payment accepted.
- English spoken
- Host speaks English, whether perfectly or not.
- Air conditioning
- Some, if not all, bedrooms are air-conditioned.
- WiFi
- Wireless internet access available.
- Pets welcome
- Please let the owner know if you want to bring pets.
- Public transport
- Within 10 miles of a bus/train station.
- Working farm
- Or vineyard.
- Owner has pets
- Animals living on the property.
- Swimming pool
- On the premises.
- Bikes available
- On the premises to hire or borrow.
- Tennis court
- On the premises.
- Vegetarian meals
- Available on request.
- Licensed premises
- Alcohol may be served.
- Cash only
- Credit or debit card payment not accepted.
- Dogs welcome
- Dogs welcome in some public rooms.
- Handpumped ales
- Pub serves four or more handpumped ales.
- Wine list
- Pub serves eight or more wines by the glass.
- Food all day
- Food is served all day long.
- Babies welcome
- Suitable for guests with a baby or toddler under 3.
- Hot tub
- Available to all guests, but may require booking.
- Garden
- Grounds for guests to explore.
- Breakfast
- Available, but may come at extra cost.
- Self check-in
- Guests can arrive here and check in independently.
- EV charger
- Electric vehicle charging point.
Electricity included
Open fire / woodburner
Microwave oven
Central heating
Mobile reception
Television
Barbecue
Dishwasher
Cooked meals available
Washing machine
Restaurant within 3 miles
Shop within 3 miles
Pub within 3 miles
Relaxation areas
Breakfast available
Breakfast included
Oven
Hob
Spa on site
Bar on site
Free parking on site
Free parking nearby
Paid parking nearby
Local points of interest from Bookings at Balbinny:
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Bookings at Balbinny:
- Take the boat tour out to the Bell Rock Light house. the world's oldest surviving sea-washed lighthouse. Built between 1807 and 1810 by Robert Stevenson & 11 miles offshore. On the journey see the seals and birds that have taken residence on the reef.
- Discover the birthplace of J.M.Barrie Kirriemuir. Visit his house and children will love the Peter Pan experience dressing as Peter Pan, Tinkerbell or one of the other characters.Or Discover Glamis Castle the childhood home of The Queen Mother.
- Spend some time exploring the Angus Glens -through Isla in the west to the Glenshee ski resort or up Glen Esk to the Retreat and Folk Museum.The glens offer sightseeing, walking, cycling as well as the more traditional country pursuits.
- Take a drive up the picturesque east coast to the stunning Dunottar Castle. Featured in Hamlet with Mel Gibson and most recently in Frakenstein with Daniel Radcliffe & James McAvoy to be released in Oct 2015.
- Sample the local produce - locally reared beef from the butchers, stunning seafood - scallops, langoustines or Arbroath smokies. Explore one of the regular bustling farmers markets and wash it all down with some of the locally distilled potato vodka.
- Take a walk on Balbinny's footpaths passing the famous Pictish stones, along the banks of the Lemno burn where you may see buzzards, deer and much more. On your return to Balbinny enjoy a swim or just relax in the jacuzzi and enjoy the view.
Details
- 1 Cottage for 4
Short breaks available.
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Balbinny Farmhouse, Forfar, DD8 3PF, Angus