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Central Scotland- Charming cottage with private wood fired hot tub sleeps 4.

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Exterior
Outdoor dining
1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot
Smart TV, DVD player, books, video library
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 466 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space

About this property

Entire place

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

Central Scotland- Charming cottage with private wood fired hot tub sleeps 4.

We are a traditional cottage in the heart of Kinross with an optional wood fired hot tub.
The cottage has been fully modernised and renovated and has a stylish modern interior. Kinross is only 40 minutes drive from Edinburgh, 40 minutes to St Andrews and Stirling, and 20 minutes to Perth. We are ideally located for visitors wanting to explore central Scotland. We have a park and ride which takes you to south or north on the bus. Buses also run to St Andrews. Free parking is available in the curate wynd carpark, less than 50m from the cottage.

The cottage is a traditional building that benefits from a fully modernised interior where you will find everything you need for modern living. The cottage is fully insulated and doubled glazed with modern doors that have a triple ticking system, (just close door, pull up handle then lock with key). As we are just 7 minutes walk to the loch the location is a perfect base for a winter getaway or summer holiday.

For couples come and relax and get away from it all in our wood fired hot tub. It’s a perfect way to chill out at the end of a days exploring and great fun come rain or shine. The courtyard garden is south facing and gets great sun and is very private. Outdoor seating is provided and should you wish we can provide a sun lounger and parasol. Please just let us know at time of booking.
Guests should request the hot tub when booking so that it can be cleaned and filled. For short weekend stays guests will be supplied with a large box of wood, enough for 2-3 firings. Week guests will be given two boxes. Additional wood can be purchased at £20 per box. Please note- Only wood provided by us can be used for the tub.

Kinross is situated on the edge of the National Nature Reserve, Loch Leven. The cottage is just 5-10 minutes walk to the Loch. Take the boat out onto the Loch, walk, run or cycle on the Loch path and visit the coffee shops and Vane Farm RSPB. We have bikes and helmets you can borrow. Or if you bring your own they can be stored in the courtyard garden. Further away, families can enjoy Deep Sea World, Safari Park, Edinburgh Zoo and The Dear Centre in Fife. Our nearest family beach is about 25 minutes drive to Aberdour in Fife.
For families we have a selection of family games and dvds located in the grey unit under the tv. The TV is an Amazon Fire and can be used to connect to guests Netflix or Prime accounts. We also provide a high chair, travel cot and changing mat which are located in the big walk in cupboard in the living area. Kinross is great for a family holiday as we have a swimming pool and a number of of play parks in the town, a few minutes walk from the cottage. Our community school also has a community library and sports facilities that include a gym, climbing wall and various sports. These can be booked through Live Active Leisure Perth and Kinross. The park and ride, near Sainsburys also offers a bus device to Edinburgh M90 Stagecoach service or the new Ember E service, our electric bus.

For guests wishing to work from home and use the cottage as a work base , we have a mezzanine work area with great light, a desk, chair and lamp. Our wifi has been updated to sky fibre with a booster box allowing guests to deliver Zoom or Teams meetings from this area as well as downstairs. Should guests require an additional or larger desk we can provide this if requested when booking. We can also provide a monitor for your laptop. Our location is a great advantage for home working as we have all local amenities on our doorstep, yet within 5-7 minutes walk you can take a break along the loch side. Loch Leven is beautiful at anytime of year and a great way refresh between online meetings or just get in a walk during your working day.

Kinross is in Perthshire which is the gateway to the highlands. Kinross has two golf courses of its own, however there are up to 40 in the surrounding area. Situated just off junction 6 of the M90 Kinross is approximately 40 minutes drive to Stirling castle, The Kelpies, Gleneagles Golf resort, St Andrew’s and Edinburgh. Glasgow is about an hour away by car. We have a good bus service which allows you to leave your car, relax and travel to Edinburgh, Perth, Dunfermline and Stirling by bus. We recommend booking online as buses can be busy at peak times.

Kinross has good local amenities including two supermarkets, bars, takeaways, two golf courses, a pool, sports facilities, coffee shops and restaurants. The cottage is in the quiet old town area that sits behind the high street. You are only a couple of minutes walk from all these local amenities. We have a local Greens and a larger Sainsbury’s in the town. Kinross has its own fishmonger and butcher, both if which are good. There are numerous take away outlets, including fish and chips, pizza, Chinese and Indian. Great bar food can be found at the Muirs Inn or the Green Hotel. For a good steak we recommend the Kirkland Hotel on the High street. All of these places offer to eat in or take away and are just a few minutes walk from the cottage. The Courtyard offers good sharing platters and pizzas too. For afternoon tea lovers we would suggest the Green Hotel or Avant -Guard in Kinross or Heaven Scent in Milnathort.

The cottage has an open plan living dining area downstairs with a fully fitted kitchen with all modern amenities such as a dishwasher and coffee machine. The sofa turns into a double bed creating the second sleeping area. There is also a large shower room with a walk in shower on this level, as well as a utility room. The hall provides an area for coats and boots. The utility room has a washing machine and a microwave.
Upstairs there is a double bedroom, full bathroom and a work/office area. This is accessed by the oak staircase.

At the rear of the cottage, accessed through the patio doors, there is a private, secluded garden courtyard. There is a patio table with a parasol and a wood fired hot tub. The courtyard garden is a lovely sun trap and an ideal space to relax in at the end of a busy day. The hot tub can be booked at the time of booking or at least 48 hours before arrival. The firing up and feeding of the hot tub stove is the responsibility of the guests. The tub takes approximately 2-3 hours to heat up, with feeding it wood every 20 minutes. Unfortunately due to increased costs of wood we will need to charge £15 for additional boxes. (Booking of hot tub gives guests full and private use for the duration of their stay). When not in use the hot tub is empty and secured so that the area is not a hazard to families with children.

Two adult bikes are also available to use with helmets and lock. Please just let us know when booking of you would like these and we will leave them in the courtyard garden for your arrival.

Eco
All our toiletries are now provided in refillable bottles from a local company Siabann, made less than 20 miles away helping us to reduce our plastic use. Siabann use natural ingredients to create high quality products suitable for all skin types.

Recycling is encouraged with recycle bins for glass in the cottage . We will recycle your glass for you when you leave. Outside the cottage you will find a large bin for recycling paper, card and some plastics, such as milk bottles and yoghurt pots. Soft plastic recycling can also be placed in this bin.

Park and ride facilities are available in Kinross at the park and ride near Sainsburys. This service runs both north towards Perth and south to Edinburgh and Dunfermline. Further park and ride bus services are also available in Dunfermline and Inverkeithing and there is parking at Inverkeithing Rail station where you can access the Fife costal route and all trains south and north.

Electric car charging is not available at the cottage, however there is charging is available at the Kinross park and ride near Sainsburys approximately 7-10 minutes walk away from the cottage and at Mill bridge Hall car park which is only a two minute walk from the cottage.. We ask guests not to charge cars, E scooters or E bikes from the cottage. E bikes or scooters should also not be stored in the cottage. The cottage has gas central heating set to a maximum of 21 degrees Celsius. Should guests require it higher an additional payment may be applied. In summer the cottage does not require heating unless it is unseasonably cold.

Energy Performance Rating C

Property manager

Dawn Smith

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony/patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Office

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • In-room accessibility
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No smoking inside or outside courtyard

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Next to a golf course
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Bicycles
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Composting
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Garden
  • Local artist showcase
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Unit size: 710.4 square feet
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water-efficient toilets

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: No stair gate.

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
Note from host: We have neighbours to consider.
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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 PK11143F

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Modern Stylish Cottage Ideal Exploring Central Scotland Kinross
Modern Stylish Cottage Ideal Exploring Central Scotland
Modern Stylish Ideal Exploring Central Scotland Kinross
Modern Stylish Ideal Exploring Central Scotland
Newly Refurbished Stylish Cottage Ideal for Exploring Scotland
Stylish 5 Minutes Loch Leven Ideal Exploring Central Scotland
Modern Stylish Cottage Ideal for Exploring Central Scotland
Newly Refurbished Stylish Cottage Ideal for Exploring Scotland
Modern Stylish Cottage Ideal for Exploring Central Scotland
Newly Refurbished Stylish Cottage Ideal for Exploring Scotland

About the area

Map
Kinross, Scotland

What's nearby

  • Loch Leven Heritage Trail - 9 min walk
  • Montgomery Course at the Green Hotel - 10 min walk
  • Kinross House Gardens - 12 min walk
  • Loch Leven Castle - 2 min drive
  • Knockhill Racing Circuit - 14 min drive

Getting around

  • Cowdenbeath Station - 11 min drive
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Unorthodox Roasters - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Costa Express - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Loch Leven's Larder - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Loch Leven Lodges - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Central Scotland- Charming cottage with private wood fired hot tub sleeps 4. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Central Scotland- Charming cottage with private wood fired hot tub sleeps 4.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Central Scotland- Charming cottage with private wood fired hot tub sleeps 4.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Central Scotland- Charming cottage with private wood fired hot tub sleeps 4. located?

This family-friendly Kinross cottage is located on a lake, within a 10-minute walk of Loch Leven Heritage Trail and Montgomery Course at the Green Hotel. Scart Island and Kinross Golf Club are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Central Scotland- Charming cottage with private wood fired hot tub sleeps 4. Reviews

Reviews

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 52 out of 57 reviews" "
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Laura G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Stay.
A lovely wee getaway. Felt very accomplished once I got the fire going for the hot tub and made.good use of it.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and cottage.
No.22 is a great base to explore this part of Scotland. It’s comfortable, welcoming and has a good range of facilities. We’re planning a return to Kinross in future and won’t think of staying anywhere else.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jerry O.

Liked: Cleanliness
A week at Kinross
A lovely well equipped property in the centre of Kinross. Ideally located for exploring the Loch Leven heritage trail and the Loch Leven RSPB visitor centre and a great base for exploring the surrounding historic towns and villages. The host was very welcoming and friendly and the welcome hamper was a thoughtful addition. We thoroughly enjoyed our weeks stay here.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pat & Heidi P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful owners
It is an adorable apartment , very comfortable beds and a good location
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rakhee

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dawn is a lovely host who cared so much about our children's dietary needs and gave us so much helpful information about the area. We loved the cottage.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

DAVID A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect position
Lovely beautifully decorated property with lots of incredibly useful info given to us by Dawn that helped to make our holiday so memorable David and Christine
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brenda P.

Liked: Cleanliness
So Welcoming
My husband and I stayed two nights at this sweet oasis while we toured the sites of Edinburgh, Stirling Castle and Falkland Palace. Dawn provided nice quality toiletries, a well-stocked kitchen, excellent hot water pressure, and a very comfortable bed. She greeted us warmly and gave excellent recommendations for places to go in town. (There is a fabulous wood fired pizza take-out place called Casanova and several other restaurants. I recommend a reservation). The apartment was clean, tastefully decorated and inviting. What a nice stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claire W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cosy little getaway
Myself & my partner loved our stay in this charming little cottage. Perfect having bikes available to use & then a hot tub at the end of the day. Very comfy bed too! Dawn was great at being in contact, thanks again :)
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen M.

Liked: Cleanliness
5* stay
Lovely property, refurbished to high standard and every little thing thought of. Very welcoming and clear information. Hot tub was a great bonus.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie Sawyer

Liked: Cleanliness
Great home from home
Brilliant cottage with beautiful finish. Excellent and friendly hosts
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend getaway
This cottage was a lovely place to escape to for the weekend. It was a very cosy home to stay in for a special occasion. There was everything you’d hope for to feel at home, away from home. The kitchen/living area was spacious enough, yet intimate enough for any young family’s looking to get away for a few days. A great place to go for a peaceful couples getaway or to get yourself in the country to go for an explore in suitable weather.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely fabulous!!
Fantastic property, exceptionally clean and well organised. Very well equipped and the owners are great. Easy to find and plenty of shops/ takeaway in walking distance
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Greg B., Highland Ranch, CO, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Scottish Travel Base
This quaint but modern townhouse was a perfect home base for discovering Scotland. We drove about 15 minutes to a local train station and then took a quick and easy train into Edinburgh for our days in the city. Edinburgh is amazing. While there, we would highly recommend a visit to the Brittania. There is a new tram line from near the train station directly to the Brittania. We also drove north to a working sheepdog farm. It was a gorgeous drive (about 90 minutes) and one of the highlights of our time in Scotland. You can email to find times and directions at: Neil Ross Kinross is a wonderfully quaint village with great access for exploring the surrounding area. A peaceful lake is nearby and many restaurant options are within walking distance. Our host Dawn provided great communication and was a source of many helpful suggestions. The apartment was spotless and had all modern amenities. We weren't too sure about the wood-fired hot tub, but with encouragement from our hosts we tried it out. It was wonderful after a day of sightseeing.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Alison K.

2 nights on Kinross
Easy booking and check in. Property cute with plenty of facilities and nice little neighbourhood. Good free parking.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent cottage- great location
Ideal for a small family. Everything you need is on hand. Shops, restaurants and site seeing.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Francis W.

Liked: Cleanliness
very handy
a very central location for getting around all local areas. Nicely presented and very clean.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Escaping the Coronation.
The property was perfect, Quiet location and a wood fired hot tub, who could ask for more. I have not been in Kinross for 35 years it was a quiet but vibrant main street, with a great wee butchers,brewery, Indian restaurant, quality shops with character. Our grandchildren came for lunch and we had a ball at the play park beside the loch . We will return.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie G., Glasgow

Liked: Cleanliness
Stunning Cottage
Dawn was a great host and was available to answer any queries before and during our visit. The cottage itself is immaculate and finished to an excellent standard. Facilities were fantastic but we did miss having a freezer. The hot tub was a lovely treat and we were given a full explanation how to use it and plenty of wood to keep the fire going. The area is a fantastic base for exploring. There is so much to do right on the cottages doorstep and plenty of options to eat. The best compliment i can give is that i would be very happy to stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barry

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic little cottage with bedroom upstairs, lovely and really warm cottage. Owner came to meet us and to make sure we knew how to work everything. Would definitely recommend and will be back again. Thank you Dawn for insuring we had a great time.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Morag K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Cotrage
Lovely clean cottage exactly as listed and close to shops and restaurants. Very good communication with Dawn the owner who was really helpful and friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

John M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great accommodation with fantastic hosts, we would definitely stay again.
This was a lovely cottage to spend our anniversary in. The hosts were very reachable and made sure we had everything we needed. The area is beautiful and plenty of places to eat and drink.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Steven B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Trip
Great place to stay & Dawn was more than helpful with everything. Suggestions of places to view was also appreciated. The kids had a fantastic time.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alan P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable and relaxing
A lovely little cottage in a very quiet location with all the comforts and facilities to ensure a most enjoyable and relaxing holiday with plenty of things to see and do within reasonable distances. Will definitely revisit in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jonathon G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend in Kinross
Dawn was very helpful and welcoming from the initial booking right up to checking out, really knowledgable on the area with some great recommendations! The cottage was exactly as described, it was very clean and had lots of homely touches. Would highly recommend staying here to anyone visiting the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Beth R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing !
Had a lovely weekend stay in this gorgeous cottage. Hosts were lovely, polite and informative. Cottage was clean and lovely and hot tub was icing on the cake! 100% would stay again. Thanks Dawn and Darren! 😄
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022