Reviews of Ideal location on the border between Perthshire and Angus.<br>


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10/10 Excellent

Dawn M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect little cottage
Fabulous cottage in the perfect location for visiting relatives nearby. This is our second stay, and will definitely be back in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 May 2024
… and you will be very welcome.

10/10 Excellent

Jane B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great cottage, lovely surroundings
The cottage is spacious and well equipped and the hosts are really friendly and helpful. There's a village nearby and Blairgowrie and Coupar Angus are a short drive away. The garden backs onto woods, which are great for walking in and are home to plenty of deer! The bird feeder outside the kitchen window attracted red squirrels and many different birds, including a woodpecker most days and the real fire made the lounge really cosy. We really enjoyed our stay and plan to return next time we visit the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Apr 2024
We are so glad you enjoyed your stay and that you plan to return. We are lucky with the wildlife on the doorstep and our location is ideal for visiting many of the tourism highlights of Perthshire and Angus but, for you, the proximity of family is an added bonus. We look forward to your return visit.

10/10 Excellent

Mary R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Birnie Cottage
Had a lovely stay at Birnie Cottage, Aileen was a very welcoming host. The extra treats were a lovely touch especially the scones with butter and jam waiting on arrival. Was lovely watching the wildlife around the cottage, red squirrel and woodpeckers outside the kitchen window. Altogether a very pleasant place to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Nov 2023
We are so glad you enjoyed your stay and, of course, we are here should you decide to return one day. Thank you so much for looking after the cottage so well. It was very much appreciated.

10/10 Excellent

Susan C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Cottage - Ideal Location
Lovely cottage with everything you could need. Aileen and Bob were brilliant and happy to assist with local information. Lovely treats on arrival with fresh scones and cheese. Brilliant walks from the back gate thoroughly enjoyed by my 2 cocker spaniels with access to footpath galore. Will return again when next in the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Oct 2023
We really hope you do.You looked after the cottage so well and there’s lots more to see. We would be delighted to see you again.

10/10 Excellent

Faye N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Woodland cottage
Lovely property, with a lovely sized garden which was great for our dogs.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Sept 2023
We’re so glad you had a good time. Birnie is a lovely spot just to relax and enjoy the peace and quiet but a good location as a base for touring as well. You must come back some day to do some more of both.

10/10 Excellent

Jane B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Happy visit
A tidy little house, neat and clean with everything you can need, and welcoming owners nearby. Lovely scones and jam on arrival. Near to Kirriemuir and local places. Red squirrel and bird feeder outside kitchen window are great to watch and nice garden to sit in.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Sept 2023
Thank you so much. The squirrels are always the star of the show but we’re glad you liked the scones too. Please come back and see us again soon - there’s so much more to see and do.

10/10 Excellent

Tari-Rae G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Birnie House Cottage
A lovely property, would recommend to anyone. Super friendly hosts that make your stay welcoming and a home away from home. The welcome treats and all the special touches throughout made this stay one to remember.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Sept 2023
We are delighted that you enjoyed your stay. Birnie is well located for touring Scotland and we are glad you chose to stay here for part of your trip.

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Birnie Cottage
Fantastic stay at this comfortable, well equipped and spotlessly clean cottage. Lovely hosts. Very private. Would definitely recommend and I look forward to returning.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug 2023
…. and I would recommend you both to other hosts. The cottage was left in wonderful condition. I am delighted you intend to return. The wildlife and the hens will still be here, waiting to entertain and pose for photos.

10/10 Excellent

Wilma G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
Lovely bungalow well equipped. Most beautiful garden and woodland dogs loved it. Birds squirrels to watch very peaceful. First class hosts nothing a bother.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 16 July 2023
… lovely visitors too. I hope you can come back some day; there’s much more to see. Thank you so much for looking after the cottage so well.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely cottage
We had a really lovely few days staying at Gardeners cottage. Excellent location for doing nice dog walks and visiting the local villages. Went to a few lovely places for good food and coffee and visited the amazing farm shops with the best tasting strawberries!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 9 July 2023
Thank you for your lovely review. I hope you can come back some day to visit some more of our local gems. It is so easy to get to a number of lovely locations, using the cottage as a base.

10/10 Excellent

Kevin M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just what we wanted
The property was excellent and served the purpose well for what we wanted to do. Comfortable for 2 adults 1 teenager and 2 dogs. Wildlife around the property was a amazing and the owners we very friendly and faves us some of there time. Will definitely be returning..
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 June 2023
Thank you for your review and thank you for looking after the cottage so well. I’m sure you will find many more places to visit if you do return to us one day. The wildlife just outside the kitchen window, as you say, is marvellous to watch and it isn’t the first time that our visitors have commented that watching the birds and squirrels at the feeders is the highlight of breakfast time at Birnie.

10/10 Excellent

Lesley C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Short family break
Very comfortable and clean old gardeners cottage. We received a warm welcome from the owners who were very helpful. Our dogs enjoyed the woods and walks at the rear of the cottage. It’s situated in a lovely area and easy to reach the coast and other areas with lots to do and see. The cottage itself was very clean and had everything we needed and lovely treats for us and the dogs left for our arrival. Lots of wildlife to be seen from the kitchen window and surrounding area. We especially loved watching the red squirrels and woodpecker on the feeders. We will definitely return in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 May 2023
Part of the joy of being a host is meeting lovely people like yourselves who appreciate what Birnie has to offer. Thank you so much for looking after it so well. As you discovered, Birnie is ideally situated to visit many beautiful and interesting places in Perthshire, Angus and Fife and isn’t too far from other parts of Scotland either, so you really do have to come back to see some more.

10/10 Excellent

BRYAN o.

Liked: Cleanliness
Birnie Cottage
Birnie cottage is in a great location. Close enough to civilisation but peacefull at the property. The cottage is immaculate with a great private enclosed garden. The owners Bob and Aileen are fantastic hosts, welcoming and friendly. We will stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 10 May 2023
… and you are more than welcome to return. There is so much more to see and to visit. Thank you, too, for looking after the cottage so well.

10/10 Excellent

Eric H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Brilliant!
Character property in quiet location hosted by lovely kind people. Lots to do in the area and beautiful walks in the woods. Just be aware that if you're a fan of takeaways, the ones in nearby Alyth don't always open when they say. But then you don't come to an area like this to eat Dominos! There are plenty of shops around to stock up on essentials so no issues. Would recommend 100%.
Stayed 11 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 May 2023
We are so glad you enjoyed your stay at Birnie and you certainly managed to visit many of our local attractions and I am so glad your beautiful girl enjoyed her walks in the wood - ideal for our doggy guests. Your care for the cottage is much appreciated and you will be more than welcome to return to us some day.

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely break
Lovely wee cottage for a family break. Friendly owners and very generous welcome pack was appreciated. Our young girls and dog loved the back garden and playhouse. Red squirrels and deer in the woods around the house. There are lovely woodland walks right behind the house and great central location for family days out. A place we will come back to for future Angus breaks.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Apr 2023
We are delighted to hear that you wish to return and you will all be very welcome.

10/10 Excellent

Flora M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Break
Cottage was warm and clean and comfortable. Host was lovely and helpful. Very peaceful surroundings in quiet countryside, lots of wildlife and birds to see. Also lots of things to do in nearby places. Lovely walks in woods immediately beside cottage, great for dogs if you have them.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Oct 2022
Thank you for your review of the cottage. It’s always lovely to hear that our visitors enjoy their stay with us and there is always plenty to see and do locally although the cottage is also a good base for visits further afield, situated as it is on a county boundary. You must come back and see more of Perthshire and Angus some day - and more sniffs for your fur babies.

10/10 Excellent

John J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Alyth Stay
A NICE LITTLE COTTAGE IN A LOVELY PEACEFUL SETTING.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 29 July 2023
Thank you for your review. It is peaceful here and we’re glad you enjoyed your stay.

10/10 Excellent

Karen T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful Stay
Lovely well equipped thought out cottage, lovely additional extras, beautiful large private garden, peaceful surroundings and really friendly approachable hosts!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Sept 2022
We’re glad you were happy with the cottage and enjoyed your stay. I love that people enjoy the gardens and the wood as much as we do - ideal for dogs, especially … and squirrels. 🤗

10/10 Excellent

Roseanne S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent base to explore the area
We enjoyed our stay at this property as it was an excellent base to explore the beautiful surrounding area, also the property boasts surrounding woodland with lovely walks and it was so nice to watch the squirrels and birds at the feeders around the garden. The property itself is charming and spotlessly clean with everything you need to enjoy your stay and if there is anything you don't have the superb hosts Aileen and Bob will be only too pleased to help out. We would recommend this property to anyone wishing to stay in this beautiful part of Scotland.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 30 July 2022
When we host guests like yourselves, it reminds us why we wanted to share Birnie with others. It is an ideal location not only as a base but for all the reasons you mention and we love hearing about how our guests feel relaxed and happy to be here. We hope you can join us here again some day.

10/10 Excellent

Ian M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Birnie cottage.
Everything about birnie cottage was perfect for us, and our dog, Milo. Inside, the cottage is comfortable, with all the facilities you’d want, while outside, the garden is perfect, enclosed, with a big lawn, flowers and shrubs, a table and chairs to sit at, and listen to the birds. Especially the owls, once darkness came down! The nearby woods were perfect for milo to charge about in! It was good to meet Aileen and Bob, who introduced themselves, making us feel at home, and…..thank you for the strawberries, Bob! So, a brilliant few days, spent in lovely surroundings, a place to which we hope to return.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Aug 2022
We would be happy to welcome you back to Birnie some day. It is an ideal base for travelling to different places in Angus and Perthshire as you discovered.

10/10 Excellent

Keith C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Location location and location
A truly wonderful week made all the better by our hosts Aileen and Bob who cannot do enough. The location is marvellous for getting around and seeing all the sites. Thank you both.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 26 June 2022
We are delighted you found us and that you enjoyed your stay. We love living here and are always glad when others love it too. The location, as you say, is excellent as a central point to many tourist destinations. Thank you, too, for looking after the cottage so well. We hope we see you back here again one day. .

10/10 Excellent

Anna P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic stay, will come again!
We had a lovely few days at Birnie cottage. The cottage itself is lovely and homely, Aileen and Bob had kindly left some scones and other treats which made us feel welcome immediately. The garden is gorgeous and leads to a lovely wood which was throughly enjoyed by both us and our two dogs. Aileen and Bob were so helpful and welcoming. There is so much to do locally that our three night stay wasn’t enough so we are already planning a return trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 16 June 2022
We are delighted to hear that you are planning your next trip. There is so much more to see locally and further afield. The cottage is in a great location for travelling to so many other places, all within an hour’s journey and often much less. We look forward to seeing you.

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely clean and comfortable cottage situated in great location.
Description of the cottage is very accurate. Rental process was very easy and straightforward. Owners stay in house next door, but are discreet and extremely kind and helpful. We rented this cottage for the Jubilee weekend and had such a wonderful time helped by some outstanding weather!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 June 2022
Thank you for being such lovely guests and for looking after the cottage so well. I am so glad you had glorious weather for your break away with your family .

10/10 Excellent

Allyson T.

Liked: Cleanliness
A cosy retreat
A lovely, well equipped cosy cottage in a beautiful location with lovely hosts. Great for dogs - lots of off-road trails literally out of the garden gate. Would recommend a stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 28 May 2022
Thank you for your review. I would also recommend you … to any other host. You looked after the cottage so well. Please come back to Birnie again soon. There is so much more to see and do locally and further afield.

10/10 Excellent

christine s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very clean. Lovely stay
Enjoyed very much
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Aug 2022
We are glad you enjoyed your stay. That is what we hope for.

10/10 Excellent

Ash G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect holiday cottage
We had a lovely time staying at the cottage which is peaceful, secluded and in a lovely landscape. The cottage had everything we needed and was comfortable and warm. The owners were friendly, helpful and nothing was too much trouble. We will be staying here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 May 2022
… and you will be more than welcome. There is still so much more for you to see.

10/10 Excellent

Karen O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely stay at Birnie Cottage
We had a lovely stay at Birnie Cottage. The log burning fire, red squirrels having breakfast outside the kitchen windo, the two residents hens and the Wendy house made our visit extra special. We hope to back again soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 21 May 2022
...and you will all be very welcome. There is so much more to see and we may not be a holiday centre but we're right in the middle of so many attractions that we are a perfect base for most places. Book with us again soon.

10/10 Excellent

Linda F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic stay at Birnie Cottage
We had a fantastic 4 days at Birnie Cottage. Aileen and Bob were amazing hosts and made sure you settled in. Lovely surprise of fresh scones and jam, milk, cheese, shortbread, oatcakes which I thought was very kind. The cottage was immaculate and had a lovely open wood fire. The woodland area attached to the property was amazing and ideal for our 2 labradors, they had a fantastic time and enjoyed the freedom. The red squirrels that could be seem feeding from the kitchen window was great to see. Only 6 miles from Blairgowrie so not far too travel for shopping in Tesco etc. We would definitely return to the cottage amd have already recommended to our friends. Thank you for an amazing stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Diane C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Cottage
Beautiful cosy cottage, with large bedrooms and bathroom. The Garden and surrounding woods are beautiful. Lots to do outdoors nearby. Pitcronkie restraunt great for food 3 mins drive away. Land of Loyal Hotel for dinner. Lovely touches left for check in like fresh scones with butter and ham, cheese and oatcakes, tea coffee, pasta and sauce, cereals. Everything was thought of. The garden is outstanding. We will definitely be back. Our dog didn't want to leave.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 17 May 2022
We are delighted that you enjoyed your stay. We are very lucky to have so many local places to eat and, of course, many of them are dog friendly which Cleo will appreciate, I’m sure. We also have, as you discovered, a few good cycling routes as well as local walks all of which you can do again some day.

10/10 Excellent

Caroline J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Superb holiday cottage
This property exceeded our expectations. We knew the area and were already aware of how lovely it is however what a wonderful surprise to discover where this cottage is set. The welcome from both hosts could not have been better. There were scones, butter and jam awaiting us which we really appreciated. Flowers, oatcakes, cheese and shortbread as well as milk. The whole cottage is comfortable and really feels like a home from home. I have never stayed in a holiday let that has such well equipped kitchen. The woodland belonging to the property is pleasing enough however there are also numerous walks leading from there. It was so lovely sitting in the garden watching the red squirrels and listening to the birds. Then at the end of the day to sit and relax in the lounge in front of a real fire. We have stayed in many holiday let's but we both agree this is top notch as it had everything and we can't wait to go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 18 May 2022
Thank you for your lovely review of Birnie House Cottage. We wanted people to feel exactly as you describe so it is reassuring that the cottage is, indeed, like a home from home. Our woods have seen some damage this Winter in the storms but the wildlife adapts and continues to entertain and there is certainly lots of wood now for the open fire. Haste ye back.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
A lovely little cottage, perfect location for us visiting family in nearby towns, a wander around the loch and a cafe visit. Very welcoming hosts and fabulous wildlife to watch from the kitchen window! Will definitely be back!!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alexis O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cosy cottage in lovely surroundings
We had a lovely 5 nights in the cottage over New Year. It's set off a quiet road in the middle of woodland. The cottage itself is very comfortable with 2 large bedrooms and a living room with open fire. Aileen is a wonderful host and welcomed us with freshly made scones, and a bunch of Scottish goodies. We'll definitely be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Jan 2022
We will be delighted to see you return. You looked after the cottage as if it was your own. You must come back in the Summer when it is very green and there are more things to do and to visit. The cottage itself is ideally located to visit many tourist destinations.

10/10 Excellent

Lynn G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely place to stay
We had a great time at Bernie! Centrally located for lots of visits. Great hosts! Lovely cottage with plenty of wild life to watch through the kitchen window! Thoroughly enjoyed our holiday.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Oct 2021
We love to hear that our visitors have enjoyed their stay. It’s so important that where people stay is not just somewhere to sleep but also where they feel warm and comfortable and happy in their surroundings. This is our aim at Birnie: the wildlife is an added bonus. Come back and see us again sometime. 😀

10/10 Excellent

Sandra B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Brilliant stay at Birnie
We had a fantastic week in this lovely cottage in a beautiful location. Aileen was extremely helpful and we were provided with everything we needed. The location of the cottage was perfect for our dog who enjoyed walks from the door. Highly recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Sept 2021
We are always delighted to learn that our visitors enjoy their time at Birnie and equally delighted when they look after the cottage as if it was their own. You will be more than welcome to return to visit all the places you didn’t get round to this time.

10/10 Excellent

sue b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Burnie cottage
Lovely garden cottage with fabulous garden,ideal for families & dogs. Cottage was spotlessly clean & had everything you could need in the kitchen. Lovely fresh fresh flowets,home baking & nibbles left by Bob & Aileen. Fantastic array of wildlife to br seen from the kitchen windows,the squirrel’s kept me entertained for ages. Lots to see in the area,car definitely needed.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Oct 2021
We’re delighted you enjoyed your stay in the cottage at Birnie. It is a pleasant and peaceful base, and well located to visit local attractions and tourist sites further afield, some of which you will have to visit when you come back to see us again.

10/10 Excellent

Karen J., Fife, Scotland

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect break
Excellent location very central location for lots to do in Scotland. Owners were perfect hosts. Very well equipped cottage. Large garden and private wood to walk the dog. Slept like a log the whole stay. Will return again one day.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Sept 2021
… and you will be very welcome. There is still so much to see in our corner of Scotland and as you now know, we are right on the border between two counties - an ideal location for touring. Thank you, too, for treating Birnie Cottage as if it were your own. It is much appreciated. We like to think of it as a home from home and it is your home for as long as you are here.

10/10 Excellent

Brean D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our break
What a lovely cottage with great friendly owners that go out of there way to there holiday makers , we arrived to find fresh bakes scones and other treats and even treats for our dogs, the location and surrounding area is stunning 10 out of 10 by the Davies family we would highly recommend this cottage
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Aug 2021
Thank you for your lovely review. We are so glad you enjoyed your time at Birnie Cottage. There is so much more for you to see and do and we are more than happy to advise you about places to go even although you probably noticed there are already quite a number of maps and books and brochures to give you a few ideas.

10/10 Excellent

Julia Corfield

Liked: Cleanliness
Birnie Cottage
We had a lovely few days in Birnie Cottage, discovering a part of Scotland we hadn’t visited before. The house had everything we could need and Aileen and Bob were great hosts. The garden and grounds were lovely too, the kids loved being able to explore the woods.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Aug 2021
It’s lovely to know that you enjoyed your stay at Birnie. We live in a beautiful part of Scotland and there’s so much more to see. You’ll just have to come back again and you will all be more than welcome.

10/10 Excellent

Lesley F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hidden gem close to home
Had a wonderful short break at Birnie Cottage with family. Cottage was very clean, very well equipped and cosy. Beds were super comfy, and shower was hot! We loved spending time in the garden and were lucky to have a weekend of lovely weather. The icing on the cake was the abundance of wildlife, including red squirrels, jaybirds, a variety of small birds, a woodpecker, even a buzzard quite close! Not to mention the super friendly chickens and owners' dogs. Owners were very friendly and attentive, and certainly added to the homely feel of the cottage. We didn't have far to travel but I would recommend this cottage to anyone, whether for a short break, or a longer stay as it is a great base for sightseeing further afield. Our only regret is that we didn't book a longer stay but we all agree we would love to go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 29 June 2021
It was a joy to be hosts to you and your family. This is one of the highlights of running a holiday cottage - meeting such lovely people. You must come back to us some day; there is so much more for you to see and do.

10/10 Excellent

ALAN D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent
We wanted a nice quiet get away and that is exactly what we got. Alyth was only a five minute drive and Blairgowrie was not too far either. Accomodation was clean, well equipped and there was plenty of wood and coal for the real fire which was a delight.The red squirrels and birds are wonderful to watch from the kitchen window. Aileen and Bob (hosts) were brilliant, hardly ever see them unless you require something and are a great couple who will give you lots of local information and are very interesting to talk too. We would definitely stay at the cottage again and would Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Dec 2020
We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your stay and are planning a return journey. There is certainly much more to see and we will be glad to welcome you back anytime.

10/10 Excellent

Hazel P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Short Break
Spacious, clean and comfortable cottage in lovely surroundings. I was greated each morning by red squirrels feeding in the trees outside the kitchen window. The owners were very friendly and even let us explore the cold war bunker in their garden, which was a highlight for my teenager. I would recommend staying here if you are visiting the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Oct 2020
We are so glad you enjoyed your break away and that you decided to spend it at Birnie. There is so much more to see locally as well as further afield so please come back and visit us again.

10/10 Excellent

Margaret C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Home from home
Gorgeous cottage with a lovely coal fire. Owners Aileen and Bob were very friendly and helpful. We will definitely go back and would highly recommend
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Oct 2020
Thank you for such a lovely review. We are so glad you enjoyed your break at Birnie and you will be more than welcome when you return to us. Hopefully, the resident red squirrels will still be there to keep you entertained.

10/10 Excellent

Patrick O., Wishaw

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent property. We really enjoyed our stay 25th/28th September. The owners were great.
So glad we found this cottage. Although it's next door to the owners house it was very private. The owners Aileen and Bob were very friendly and helpful. The cottage was brilliant and we would thoroughly recommend it to anyone. Just a clean, cosy well equipped property that was a treat to stay in.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Oct 2020
Thank you for your lovely review. Visitors like yourselves are always welcome back and there is still so much more for you to see.

10/10 Excellent

Fiona H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just what the doctor ordered!!!
We all had a fantastic time during our weekend visit to Birnie Cottage. Just what we all needed after lockdown! Bob and Aileen couldn’t have been more helpful. Homemade scones and a prebuilt open fire were waiting for us, such a nice touch ! Beautiful area lots to see and do, we had also prebooked horse riding nearby. Many thanks Aileen and Bob
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

david h.

Liked: Cleanliness
August 2020
A lovely place with a huge garden where we played badminton. There was plenty of information in the cottage on the local attractions and amenities. Bob and aileen were so friendly and helpful. We'd love to return to Bernie Cottage!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Aug 2020
... and we would welcome you back. The information we leave in the cottage has grown over the years to almost being spoilt for choice so you’ll have to come back to see and do more and Birnie is well situated for you to be in many places of interest within an hour of leaving the cottage. We have quite a few lovely surprises in the immediate location as well. Hopefully - see you soon.

10/10 Excellent

Helen D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely cottage
We really enjoyed our stay at this lovely cottage. We had everything we needed for a great family holiday with a gorgeous garden which saw many games of cricket and our dog loved it to as we could take him on walks accessed from the garden- without the need to get in the car. Our hosts Aileen and Bob could not have been more helpful - lovey scones on our arrival . Bob was also kind enough lend us some bikes for my two sons to go on bike rides. There is lots to do in the local area - we were blessed with beautiful weather and spent the day at the nearby loch , visited the waterfall and ate wonderful ice cream at the farm shop . We spend the evenings playing board games (which were in the cottage) by a lovely open fire - a perfect holiday
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Aug 2020
It is always lovely to hear that people have enjoyed their stay at Birnie and we certainly appreciated you taking care of the cottage. We do try to make it as relaxing and as hassle free as possible. We do have quite a few local attractions and it’s a great location as a base for travelling further afield as well. Please come back and see us again some time.

10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Scotland for Christmas
A wonderfull place to spend Christmas, warm and cosy, love the open fire. Lots of places to walk Millie the dog loved the woods. The christmas tree and all the goodies were a lovely suprise. We will more than likely go again to see more of the area as the weather we had was not the best. Aileen & Bob made us very welcome.
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr 2020
Thank you so much for your lovely review and we are so glad you enjoyed Christmas at Birnie. You will be very welcome if you decide to return to us as there is so much more to see and Millie will be delighted to get back to all the “sniffs” in the wood. Thank you, too, for taking such care of the cottage. It is much appreciated. 😀�

10/10 Excellent

Kathy R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Happy days
From arriving to leaving Bob and Aileen made us feel so wecome and nothing was two much trouble .even they chickens were the same ha ha greating us as we pulled car in and making us laugh when we came home from days out Everything you need to cook or chill is there in the cottage I ordered food off Tesco to be delivered day of our arrival and we were late getting there but Aileen sorted it for us and left it in cottage Great people great place going back next year
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr 2020
There is so much more to see in this part of Scotland so you definitely have to come back. Thank you for looking after the cottage so well. It is much appreciated. See you next year!

10/10 Excellent

Maria M.

Liked: Cleanliness
A delightful short break.
This was a lovely cottage, situated in a great place with plenty to do. The owners were very helpful, and the cottage had everything we needed and more besides. Lovely coal/log fire, and thoughtful ‘treats’ left for us upon arrival (even catering for a gluten allergy!). We will definitely come again. There is so much to do and see and we hardly had time to scratch the surface. Thank you for a lovely time and such a warm welcome!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr 2020
You will be very welcome to come back to the cottage which you looked after as if it were your own. Thank you so much for that and, yes, there is so much more to see and to visit while you are here with several highlights of Scotland’s beautiful heritage within an hour of leaving the cottage with many, many more much closer. Please come back soon.

10/10 Excellent

Liz T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cottage in the woods
Enjoyed a very comfortable weekend here . The cottage has everything you could possibly need & more. It is a few minutes drive from Alyth for provisions/takeaways. Aileen is very friendly & I would highly recommend a visit to Birnie Cottage.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr 2020
We are so glad you enjoyed your week-end and hope that you come and visit us again some time. It really is a great location for touring Perthshire, Angus, Fife and beyond. Dogs love it here, too, so I’m sure Bonnie enjoyed her holiday as well. 😊