Marchburn is a traditional country cottage, nestling in the heart of Glen Clova, one of the most beautiful Glens in Angus within the Cairngorms National Park. Set in an acre and a half of grounds with the March Burn bordering the northern boundary.
The Glen offers superb varied walks to suit all abilities. Keen bird watchers will be enthralled by the number of species enjoying the peace and tranquillity of this nature reserve along with the other wildlife of the Glen, herds of red deer can be spotted on the hill and golden eagles can be found further up the Glen. Fishing is available on the South Esk for brown trout, salmon and sea trout, permits are required and can be obtained from either the Clova Hotel or the local fishing club.
The Hotel (the 'local'!) is less than a mile away from Marchburn offering good lunches and evening meals.
For the keen golfer, courses suiting all levels can be found in Kirriemuir, Forfar, Rosemount and Blairgowrie.
Glen Clova backs onto the Balmoral estate. Glamis Castle, the former home of the Queen Mother is a short drive away, Braemar, Scone Palace, Glenshee, Glen Doll and the House of Dunn are all well worth visiting. The birthplace of J M Barrie, the author of 'Peter Pan' is at nearby Kirriemuir. Perth and Dundee are about an hour away and offer good shopping. The coast is a little further, but offers good restaurants for lunch and would make a good day trip out of the Glen.
The small town of Kirriemuir, a twenty minute drive, offers everyday facilities, with a supermarket and local butcher, baker etc.
Facilities
Waterside Location Log Burner Near Pub/Restaurant Garden/Outside Area Fishing Onsite Golf Facilities Nearby Off-Road Parking DVD Satellite/cable TV Washing Machine Microwave Dishwasher CD Player Shower Bath
Marchburn cottage, a family holiday home, offers extremely comfortable and beautifully furnished holiday accommodation and facilities as follows:
Two twin bedded rooms both with their own bathrooms, making the accommodation very versatile (one bathroom has a washing machine in it).
The open plan living area, brand new for 2010 with its oak flooring has an excellently equipped handmade oak and painted kitchen, with microwave, full oven and hob, fridge freezer, dishwasher, coffee machine, food processor and a Victorian oak dining room table for dining. French windows, opening out onto the terrace for alfresco eating beneath the pergola. There are cosy sofas to slump in front of the woodburner after a day on the hills, along with Sky television with DVD player, iPod/CD player/radio. The cottage is fully equipped with maps, walking books and information on places to visit, games to play and books to read.
Porch with adequate storage and space for boots and for wet dogs to dry off.
Additional information: The owners allow guests to bring their dogs and enjoy this wonderful location, however they do ask that you respect their home and also the wildlife in the area. Linen, electricity, logs, oil (for central heating) and towels are included within the price.
Prices for 7 nights: Low Season from £525 Mid Season from £585 High Season from £650 Peak Season £675
We may have been renting a self-catering cottage but as soon as we arrived it felt like we were living in someone's much loved home. Thank you for sharing it with us. MacKenzie family April 2010
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