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Charming Cottage In Historic Arts And Crafts Village

Lakefront cottage in Aberfeldy with kitchen

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3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
TV, DVD player, books, video library
Nestled in a picturesque village, The Byre offers a tranquil retreat with spacious accommodation for up to six guests. Enjoy the private garden with BBQ and seating overlooking woodland, or explore the nearby River Lyon and Glen Lyon.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

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About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Charming Cottage In Historic Arts And Crafts Village


In a village renowned for its outstanding beauty, architecture and tranquility, The Byre is a three bedroom luxury self-catering cottage in a delightful courtyard setting. Situated near to the famous 5000 year-old Yew Tree, it is just two hours from both Edinburgh and Glasgow. The area is rich in beauty and wildlife, set in the heart of Perthshire with its hills, lochs, rivers and woodland. The small town of Aberfeldy is eight miles away and the picturesque village of Kenmore at the head of the River Tay is just six miles. Glen Lyon, Scotland's longest and loveliest glen stretches West for over 35 miles and the silvery ribbon of the River Lyon echoes the contours of the village as it wends its way Eastwards to join the Tay. The Byre offers spacious and comfortable accommodation for up to six guests in three bedrooms with two bathrooms and small private garden with BBQ and seating looking out onto woodland. Wheelchair accessible. No Smoking.

In line with Scottish legislation, Perth & Kinross Council have granted a full licence for Short-term lets (licence number PK11467F, valid until 15 May 2027).

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room accessibility
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • On a lake
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Snow sports gear

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

Electricity: The first £30 (100 units) is included. Additional usage based on meter readings is charged at 30p/unit. Details on Byre Welcome Sheet.
Electricity (cont'd): Additional electricity usage can be paid via BACS, in cash, by cheque, or via a post-stay charge from VRBO.
Cleaning and laundry charges are provided for information - these are included in the total price quoted for your holiday.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: £20 charge (up to 2 dogs)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number PK11467F

Property is also known as

Charming Cottage Historic Arts Crafts Village Fortingall
Charming Historic Arts Crafts Village Fortingall
Charming Historic Arts Crafts
Charming Cottage In Historic Arts And Crafts Village Cottage
Charming Cottage In Historic Arts And Crafts Village Aberfeldy

About the area

Map
Fortingall, Perthshire

What's nearby

  • Fortingall Yew - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Canyoning Scotland - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Glenlyon Gallery - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Loch Tay - 7 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Taymouth Castle - 11 min drive - 10.7 km

Getting around

  • Pitlochry Station - 28 min drive
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 109 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Waterfront Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Courtyard Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Ferryman’s Inn - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Kenmore Hotel Pub - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Kenmore Estates Limited - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Cottage In Historic Arts And Crafts Village pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Charming Cottage In Historic Arts And Crafts Village?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Charming Cottage In Historic Arts And Crafts Village?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Cottage In Historic Arts And Crafts Village?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming Cottage In Historic Arts And Crafts Village located?

This family-friendly Aberfeldy cottage is located on a river, within a 15-minute walk of Fortingall Yew and Canyoning Scotland. Fortingall Church and Glenlyon Gallery are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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Charming Cottage In Historic Arts And Crafts Village Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 73 out of 89 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 89 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 89 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 89 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 89 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mandy P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet and peaceful village

This was a wonderful cottage that fit our girls group perfectly. We enjoyed the country walks and the Highland cows.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gill L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

New Year at the Byre

Lovely property, very comfortable. We hit snowed in but were well supplied and the surroundings just looked magical. Very friendly neighbours and locals. Would return, a lovely festive break.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kerry C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Highly recommend

This was a wonderful property in a fabulous spot The house was cosy but with lots of space.. Situated next to the fortingall hotel which had great food and hospitality and live music on a Friday The area we know we’ll and it’s just stunning Would highly recommend
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lynn m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ms

All good. Slightly disappointed in the initial impression .. lots of bins outside, dead baskets & weeds in entrance path and in garden at front plus the same in the rear garden, patio full of weeds & garden furniture in need of some love. Spacious property, clean, a little dark with brown being the dominant colour. Welcome milk, tea, coffee, sugar, no welcome pack. Oven needs cleaning. Comfy beds. Bedroom overly garden on the chilly side. Loved the location, Fortingall very beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maggi M., Canada, between Ottawa and Montreal

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful property in the heart of Scotland

My husband, sister, niece and I stayed a week in The Byre this May. The property is second to none. It is so well appointed, roomy, bright, tastefully decorated and spotless. It has it's own private garden for sitting out or eating a large kitchen and dining area, a very generous living room and comfortable spacious bedrooms and bathrooms. On top of all that it is located in a truly fascinating little village with a lovely little pub and a hotel just a few meters away (It was off season, so we didn't get a chance to make use of the hotel restaurant, but it looked very inviting) instead when not cooking at the property, we ate in both Kenmore and Aberfeldy which are not far from Fortingall. The village is central to so much of Scotland, Glencoe, Pitlochry, The Trossachs, Glasgow and the coast. It is a perfect place for a restful holiday with plenty of room for a family of 4 to 6. I can't recommend it highly enough. Wish I was back there.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Mitch B., On a world quest

WONDERS OF FORTINGALL

We have been touring the UK for 2 months now and this 8 day stop in Fortingall is one of the high points of our journey so far. Julia's cottage felt like home the moment we walked in. Very cozy, warm and everything you would need to feel comfortable and be able to stay in at night and cook your meals. The location is magical and being so close to the oldest tree in Europe and the Fortingall Hotel was a major plus. We went over to the Friday night live music at the Ewe Pub at the Hotel and had a great time. I played golf and fly fished for trout on the River Tummel and Lyon. We went to the Castle Menzies, into Kenmore and Aberfeldy which were both charming villages. Julia was very helpful with all of my questions and the cottage was clean, well stocked and very quiet and private. If we are ever back in the area, I know where we will be staying. Thank you Julia for sharing you incredible cottage in a special piece of the world with us. Mitch and Beverly
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

annemarie æ.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our second time. Love it
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Byre, Fortingall.

Honestly, the whole experience was perfect from start to finish. I would recommend staying at the Byre with no hesitation whatsoever.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Frederica C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Pleasant but not for cold weather!

Three of us adults were comfortable, but cold. The heating cost of fuel and wood for stove was high and made our comfort stressful. Otherwise, moral was easily accessible, accommodating and pleasant. Thank you, Frederica
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Sandy G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A lovely setting, but some issues with the cottage

Fortingall is a lovely village and the the cottage is right next to the church in a courtyard with parking. The cottage is reasonably comfortable, though a little dark
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fabian K.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mega!

Noch nie so einen tollen Urlaub verbracht. Wie kommen wieder!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Richard L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enjoyable stay

Well since you’re asking! Everything was good, apart from just three things. The freezer didn’t work, the door didn’t close properly. The oven and stove top were questionable; the cool down cycle on the oven was long and loud. The master bed mattress was a bit skinny and quite uncomfortable. Everything else was great.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Don S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect getaway at the base of the highlands

We spent three nights in this lovely place. It was comfortable, tidy, and had everything we needed. The location was perfect for getting a taste of Scotland, away from crowds. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cottage

This was a lovely rural location with lovely views. The cottage was very clean and spacious. Really was a home from home.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

David B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A wonderful cottage in a beautiful setting!

We enjoyed every aspect of or stay. The cottage was immaculate and had everything required for an enjoyable stay. The owner and caretaker were only a phone call away and only too happy to help when we had a request for an extra evening stay. Nothing was to much trouble. We would definitely recommend the cottage for exploring the wonderful countryside in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marlies N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fortingall cottage

We had a great time in this lovely cottage. Thank you very much!
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debbie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hidden gem in Glen Lyon

Lovely cottage, all we needed except TV was very old and we could not access subtitles for my partner who has severe hearing loss. Fortingall Hotel just next door, food excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Frank B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tolle Lage

Wetter war für diese Jahreszeit erstaunlich gut. Durch die zentrale Lage waren wir in gut 2 Stunden bei vielen Zielen,
Stayed 10 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect setting

A beautiful cottage in beautiful surroundings, you won't be disappointed
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great home base for our adventures.

We loved staying at The Byre, the location was perfect as a base for our hill walking and Munro bagging, while still being an easy drive away from Glasgow and Edinburgh for city adventures. Coming home to the cozy wood stove after a long day hiking was just perfect, and the well equipped kitchen had all we wanted for cooking meals. Having two bathrooms and such an open living space was just what we needed when family joined us part of the stay.
Stayed 21 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

M B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful place!

This is my first time in Scotland and it has left me wanting more. The accommodation was amazing and all amenities were there. The house was beautifully clean and a perfect home from home. We all really enjoyed our stay and felt fully recharged.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Toby G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfy and roomy

Lovely house in quiet, beautiful village. Gorgeous walks down to the river, by the Loch and up in Glen Lyon.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Vicki G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for a birthday weekend!

Fantastic property, well furnished, really spacious, comfortable and well equipped. Perfect garden for a dog. Beautiful location and within easy reach of Aberfeldy.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jason W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cottage Experience

The cottage at Fortingall was a wonderful place to stay. Clean and had everything you needed. Julie was very helpful. Beautiful countryside and secluded. Would stay here again for sure.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Judith B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very quiet, great location to relax

Very clean with everything you could possibly need
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022