This traditional stone building dates back to at least the 1700s and is thought to be once part of the stable to the adjoining Officers Quarters (now Coshieville Guest House) for the Army of General George Wade, the famous road and bridge builder in the Highlands, sent by the government of King George I following the Jacobite Rising of 1715. Part of a conversion to a terrace of two cottages in 200
4, the cottage was purchased and modernised by the present owners in 2014; it was opened as self-catering holiday accommodation in April 2015. Strathlyon Cottage has beamed ceilings throughout; a modern, fully equipped, kitchen/diner; lounge with inglenook fireplace and wood burning stove. Two bedrooms (one with en-suite shower and toilet) with a choice of super-king or single beds in each; downstairs bathroom/shower/toilet. Off road, gated, carpark for two cars; secure cycle storage for four bikes; kettle BBQ and outdoors dining area. Dog friendly. No smoking indoors. Accommodation:
South facing entrance sun porch (wheelchair access) with Monk's Seat (containing cushions for the outside seating/dining). Ground floor:
Open plan lounge/dining room/kitchen with large wood-burning stove in inglenook (ample logs supplied) and three comfy sofas (one converts to a double bed for the occasional guest - extra linen and towels supplied); under floor heating.
42 inch Smart HDTV with HD 3D Blu-Ray DVD player and 'theatre sound' system; Sky family package and BT Sport. Internet/Wifi - Wireless broadband
Landline telephone (poor mobile reception). Rangemaster 90; 4 gas hobs and wok burner; double oven/warming oven and grill
Separate microwave oven
Ninja Mega Kitchen System
Breadmaker
Dishwasher
Fridge
3 drawer freezer
Combination washer/dryer in separate utility area
Kettle BBQ and dining set for four on south facing garden terrace. Family bathroom, with bath, drencher and pressure showers, toilet, hand basin and heated towel rail; under floor heating. First Floor:
Super King-sized double, or twin, main bedroom; en suite shower room with toilet and hand basin. Super King-sized double, or twin, second bedroom - downstairs bath/shower room for this bedroom. Luxury Egyptian cotton linens, bathrobes and Spundown duvets; bath and hand towels, also face flannels, provided per guest; mid week towel change provided. Refectory table providing a large work area (if you so choose!), on upper landing. Disabled / Less Abled Access - If an upstairs bedroom is a problem, there is a comfortable sofa bed in the sitting room and a ground floor bathroom with shower over bath. Secure garden - Secure rear terraced garden area. Front area gated and fenced.
2017 rental rates, per week:
Low Season Jan. Feb, March £480
Mid Season Spring £600
Easter Holidays £700
High July/Aug £700
Mid Season Autumn £600
Mid Season Half Term £600
Low Nov/Dec £480
Christmas week £750
New Year week £750
Short break prices (2017)
Low season only, Nov/Dec, Jan, Feb & March 3 nights, commencing Friday £390; 4 nights, commencing Monday £420. PLEASE NOTE: £20 charge per dog. Refundable good housekeeping deposit: £150
Strathlyon Cottage, situated in the tiny Perthshire hamlet of Coshieville, is a smart steading conversion set amidst the most stunning scenery. The immediate area is excellent for outside activities such as walking, golf, mountain climbing, cycling and fishing. There is an Osprey viewing centre where the Ospreys can be watched early in the nesting season. This particular area of Perthshire is widely regarded as the jewel in the crown of Perthshire scenery. From the huge expanse of Loch Tay, the remoteness of Glen Lyon to the pretty villages of Killin, Kenmore and Aberfeldy, there is a wealth of places to see and things to do regardless of age or interest. The area is famous for Perthshire's highest mountain (Ben Lawers); the longest, loneliest, loveliest glen (Glen Lyon) and home to Scotland's oldest tree - the Fortingall Yew. Of particular interest to some cycling enthusiasts, the cottage is situated on the route of the Etape Caledonia cycling event which is held annually in May. Aberfeldy has a new (opened 2013), state of the art cinema "The Birks" having refurbished the 1939 original. Pitlochry has the excellent Pitlochry Festival Theatre (aka 'The Theatre in the Hills) close to the brand new Pitlochry Hydroelectric Visitor Centre with salmon ladder, at Birnam there is a vibrant Arts Centre. Aberfeldy has a Whisky Distillery, Dewars, which has an excellent visitor centre. For the whisky lover a tour of the Perthshire distilleries is a must and can include Edradour, Blair Athol and Glenturret, also Strathearn where you can spend a half day making your own gin! The choice of eating throughout the small town of Aberfeldy is huge (in excess of 20 places providing dine-in or carry-out) with something to suit all tastes and appetites. Loch Rannoch and Rannoch Moor are less than an hour's drive and a visit to Rannoch Station is a unique experience for both its remoteness and beauty. From Rannoch Station, a train journey to Fort William can be taken and onwards to Mallaig - a fabulous journey made famous in the Harry Potter movies. Kenmore is less than 5 miles away, where the oldest inn in Scotland is situated, close to Loch Tay. There are plenty of places to dine out and one of the closest ones, Ailean Chraggan, allows you to take your dog with you. Killin, approximately 18 miles away is worth visiting for the Falls of Dochart, the wide and roaring waterfalls in the centre of the village. Again, there are several places to eat or take a drink including the hill climbers pub - Lawers Inn. In good weather, climbing Ben Lawers or nearby Schiehallion gives the most spectacular views of this area of Scotland but is not for the unfit! Whatever your day is filled with, returning to this warm and luxurious cottage, with its 2 bedrooms and 2 shower rooms, cosy wood-burning stove and comfy sofas will be the icing on the cake of a wonderful day out. Even cooking will be a pleasure in the well equipped, newly installed (February 2015) kitchen. Further information:
Eating Out - Ailean Chraggan (dog friendly) and Fortingall Hotel are within a 10 minute drive. Aberfeldy has a number of great eateries, notably, The Three Lemons, KB’s Italian Kitchen, Chillies Indian Restaurant and “Upstairs” at the Townhouse Hotel. For a ‘destination’ restaurant try “Thyme at Errichel”, two miles south on the Crieff Road. Grocery Delivery - Asda, Tesco (via on-line) and the recently opened large Co-Op store in Aberfeldy. Horse Riding - Aberfeldy and Kenmore
Tennis Court and Bowling Green - In Aberfeldy
Fishing & Stalking - Great area for fishing by permit
Golf - Aberfeldy golf course
Hillwalking - Hill walking and mountaineering area. Ben Lawers start point 15 miles. Glen Lyon 6 miles
Watersports/outdoor activities - Watersports on Loch Tay. White water rafting and canoeing at Grandtully. Bungee jumping and paintball. Wildlife & Birdwatching - Good area for seeing birds of prey. Osprey watching centre a few miles away at Dunkeld. Of Historic or Architectural Interest - Menzies Castle nearby, the Crannog Centre at Kenmore, the Dunfallandy Celtic Stone near Pitlochry, and 'cup-marked' stones throughout the area.
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