The Bothy

Rating
Sleeps 2
Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Pets Yes
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Features

Off road parking
Ground floor bedroom
Open fire
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Highchair available
Washing machine
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews

47 Customer Review(s)

Ms Jacobsen
October 2020

“This is a cosy, clean and comfortable cottage in a peaceful and beautiful area.”

The owners were very helpful and our stay was wonderful.

The owners were very helpful and our stay was wonderful.

- Ms Jacobsen, October 2020
Mrs Wilson August 2020

“I wasn't told the code beforehand for extracting the key ( from the holder outside the cottage ) to get in to the cottage when I arrived and I had to wait until someone appeared to tell me the code.”

The one issue I want to mention ( and I have put it in the visitor's book inside ) is the bark, bark, barking of a dog (s) in the early hours in a nearby building. One night it was 2.30a.m. another night 4a.m.

- Mrs Wilson, August 2020
Mr Richardson August 2020

“Beautiful cottage in glorious country setting,peaceful with lots of wildlife to ...”

Beautiful cottage in glorious country setting,peaceful with lots of wildlife to see Lovely friendly owners, all in all a great place to stay

- Mr Richardson, August 2020
Mr Crawford July 2020

“We had a lovely relaxing time at the Bothy.”

- Mr Crawford, July 2020
Mr King February 2020

“We had a lovely peaceful retreat, the views from the cottage are stunning.”

Having also an ancient stone circle opposite the front door. Surrounded by the local wildlife, and crisp clean air. The cottage owners were friendly and helpful. A little piece of heaven, Thankyou, Barry and Gina King.

- Mr King, February 2020
Mrs Roythorne February 2020

“The Bothy was a fabulous hideaway perfect for just forgetting real life and enjoying some down time.”

Excellent location and the views, wildlife just everything was stunning and spectacular. My husband and I very rarely say that we would go back to any place but we both agreed that we would definately come back to the Bothy. Edzell is lovely and Bells the butchers just brilliant we went to Bells 3 times while staying. Brechin is a nice town with good amenities. The holiday was just perfect we couldn't have asked for more. I must just also say the bed was lovely I haven't slept that well in a long time. Thank you Anna and Sykes Cottages for a very memorable holiday at The Bothy.

- Mrs Roythorne, February 2020
Mr Woods January 2020

“This lovely little bothy had everything we would likely need for a holiday.”

It felt really homely which we loved, not like some which are simply basic. The bothy makes a great central base for everything anyone could want, go west and you have the wonders of everything the Cairngorms has to offer , go east and you come to some beautiful quiet long empty beaches.

- Mr Woods, January 2020
Mrs Gazzard January 2020

“The Bothy is so welcoming, warm and cozy, it’s well equipped and the log burner in the sitting room adds to the character and warmth (logs and kindling supplied) Situated in a remote spot, a few miles along Glen Esk, the views are breathtaking!”

. A few miles further along the Glen and it’s possible to walk in the Cairngorm National Park. We were lucky to have snow so the views and countryside around us was spectacular! Seeing a Golden Eagle just ahead of us made the entire trip worthwhile! Castles are abundant in this area and access to towns very easy. This was an amazing holiday for us, we choose to visit Scotland in January/February each year as the snow makes the landscape so beautiful the roads are excellent and a lot less busy. We highly recommend the Bothy. .... and just wish it was ours!

- Mrs Gazzard, January 2020
Mrs Poole December 2019

“A lovely warm and cosy cottage.”

Would definitely consider visiting again. We were there for New Year & the owners dropped us in a bottle of Champagne, very thoughtful touch.

- Mrs Poole, December 2019
Mrs Raper November 2019

“The Bothy is a little piece of heaven.”

I cannot recommend this cottage enough. The cottage is so cozy and contains everything you need for a relaxing holiday. The views from your front door are out of this world. If you want to go somewhere to just get away from everyday life this is the cottage for you. Stunning.

- Mrs Raper, November 2019
Mr Mann November 2019

“We loved our time here and will be coming back for sure, the Bothy is comfortable, cosy, warm and perfect for a couple.”

The Bothy is situated in the most beautiful location, perfectly situated for hillwalking and exploring the whole area of the Glens, southern Cairngorms and the coast.

- Mr Mann, November 2019
Miss Duckworth October 2019

“We had a wonderful holiday at the Bothy.”

The location is superb. We arrived in the dark so didn't see the amazing views from the cottage until the next morning - a real wow moment. We had great weather so explored Glen Esk thoroughly in its glorious Autumn colours. A very special place indeed. The cottage is cosy, warm and well-equipped. Quiet and peaceful (apart from the horde of Land rovers arriving on a couple of days to go out hunting). Great place for relaxing, walking and stargazing.

- Miss Duckworth, October 2019
Mrs Myler September 2019

“The bothy was the most beautiful place to completely relax and unwind .”

The views were outstanding and we experienced birds of prey above us whilst sitting enjoys glass of wine . There is so much to do around and about . All the drives are breathtaking. We even saw leaping salmon which is practically on your doorstep in the local river . A truly wonderful time spent in Scotland. The bothy just made it perfect.

- Mrs Myler, September 2019
Ms Ramsay July 2019

“We thoroughly enjyed our stay in The Bothy.”

Its a lovely location and Anna our host was very nice.

- Ms Ramsay, July 2019
Mr O'hara July 2019

“A good scenic location for walks and striking out to the coast, other towns villages within a reasonable radius.”

The cottage was clean and instructions for access helpful.. Would help to mention other forms of heating in booking information other than just the log fire. It would have been helpful if the information folder/ tourist leaflets had been more prominent . We enjoyed our one week stay and would recommend ,but it was unusual not to have met the hosts whilst we were there ,although other communication before and after was good Jim and Pam

- Mr O'hara, July 2019
Mr Gardner June 2019

“It was an extremely relaxing, clean and enjoyable holiday.”

- Mr Gardner, June 2019
Mr Hampton May 2019

“The Bothy is set in a wonderful area, so peaceful and beautiful to see out of ...”

The Bothy is set in a wonderful area, so peaceful and beautiful to see out of the window, we were able to visit plenty of interesting places and still more that we have not covered we are certainly looking forward to a return visit in the future

- Mr Hampton, May 2019
Mr Gibson April 2019

“This cottage is set in a wonderful location with great scenery with lots wild life.”

The local people are very friendly and helpful about the surrounding area and places of interest

- Mr Gibson, April 2019
Mrs Wright April 2019

“Beautiful setting.”

Excellent communication ahead of the stay with the owner - very clear directions and responsive to emails. Lots to do in the local area and some really lovely walks. Met some lovely local ladies on a Gin tasting afternoon at Persie's Gin Distillary. Recommend House of Dun, the Blue Door Walk, Loch Lee walk, Edzell Castle (not to be underestimated from the look of it from the drive up to it). Within an hour's drive of Balmoral, Glamis and Edradour Whiskey Distillary. Stunning scenery on the drive. We ordered our meat for the week from the local butchers in Edzell - very helpful and friendly. Lots of information in the Bothy about the local surroundings and things to do. Well stocked kitchen and a very comfortable bed. A small wardrobe instead of the rattan chest in the bedroom would be useful for hanging clothes. Apart from that, we absolutely loved it and will definitely be back!

- Mrs Wright, April 2019
Miss Rodric March 2019

“This holiday was a birthday present for my boyfriend and it exceeded all expectations!”

Location was isolated but amazing and just what we needed. Sykes were incredible with helping me book this and with payment (sure it was amy I spoke to) really helpful and friendly :) Thank you very much will definitely be booking with sykes in the future :)

- Miss Rodric, March 2019
Mrs Wrightson November 2018

“The Bothy was a totally magical place.”

Surprisingly warm and cosy, views to die for and wonderful walks all round. So quiet and peaceful and amazing wildlife right outside the door including red squirrels - wish we could have stayed for longer.

- Mrs Wrightson, November 2018
Miss Muncey September 2018

“It was Amazing.”

. Thank you

- Miss Muncey, September 2018
Mrs Pitman August 2018

“Beautiful cottage in stunning seneary the view from the front door is a wow factor.”

Tucked away in the Glen truly magical place. The cottage is fully equipped and very comfortable. Edzell village is 5 miles away has all your shopping needs and an amazing butchers. The area is an outdoors persons paradise,the owner has left lots of information on what do. Loch Lee at the end of the Glen is a must, plenty of wildlife to see.

- Mrs Pitman, August 2018
Mrs Mingham July 2018

“The Bothy was perfect for our holiday needs - small, cosy, clean, quiet, and with fantastic views.”

The furnishings were basic and cottagy but comfy, and it was a place you could really relax and unwind. There's no wi-fi or mobile signal - which was a bonus for us, though some may find that traumatic. The only (slight) downside was that the TV is quite small, which was a shame for watching the Wimbledon final. There are plenty of interesting books and DVDs, plus a DVD player. A great little place in a beautiful and interesting area. The owners were very helpful and friendly too.

- Mrs Mingham, July 2018
Mr Hamilton January 2018

“Well equipped cottage set in beautiful and quiet Angus glen perfect for Hill ...”

Well equipped cottage set in beautiful and quiet Angus glen perfect for Hill walking mountain biking fishing very good value for money

- Mr Hamilton, January 2018
Mrs Campbell September 2017

“Lovely little cottage in a beautiful location.”

Loved the log burner,as did our dog ,and the cottage was well equipped . Very quiet and peaceful and an ideal location to recharge your batteries! Get your walking boots on and go explore!

- Mrs Campbell, September 2017
Mr Holloway August 2017

“A little gem of a place!”

! had a fantastic week there in early August. Quiet peaceful surroundings.

- Mr Holloway, August 2017
Mrs Dunn July 2017

“The Bothy was much more roomy than we expected.”

The surrounding area around the building was also well maintained which is reassuring.

- Mrs Dunn, July 2017
Mr Smith July 2017

“Warm welcome, stunning location, really cosy cottage.”

Would be delighted to return.

- Mr Smith, July 2017
benny41 May 2017

“lovely accomadation in a perfect location”

This is a lovely quaint cottage.Set in a lovely location.We had a hired car which was ideal.The central location made it a perfect base for touring around.Most places of interest was within an hour and a half driving.We went to Stirling Castle for a day,lovely.It was perfect sitting in at night with the log burner going with a bottle of beer.Certainly would go back again.

- benny41, May 2017
Ms Price April 2017

“A beautiful bothy with such thoughtful attention to detail; all laid out for maximum comfort with a sleep-inducing bed, lovely & warm, great shower & stunning surroundings.”

- Ms Price, April 2017
SazAndGaz January 2017

“BEST Bothy for many reasons!”

Rural location, cozy, fully equipped (you don't need anything apart from clothes and groceries & OS Maps and outdoor gear if you are wanting to venture out). 1). Comfy bed 2). Lovely log burner 3). Great shower and bath (if you're small, like me, you can have a little swim in the deep end!) 4). Outstanding host (Anna) and also game keepers are very helpful/knowledgable. 5). If you want fresh Hen eggs just ask (personally, i'd offer a donation towards feed but that's just me. Anna (from what I've learnt of her wouldn't take it, but no harm in offering) 6). VERY clean 7). Plenty of books and a great file for info (everything you need to know). 8). VERY romantic (well, it is for us, it was our second stay here and we got engaged here a few minutes after midnight on NYE/D) by the ancient monument to the left of the Bothy if you are stood inside the door. Like a mini Stone Henge! VERY special place for us. 9). ANY problems then speak to Anna (although we haven't experienced any problems). 10). No phone signal inside the Bothy (a good thing for us as away off comms is good for the soul/mind), however, you can get comms by the Green Cow (it's a plastic painted one and is to the right of the Bothy as you stand at the door (inside the door and look right). 11). Lovely local walks (along the River Glen - wear appropriate footwear/clothing) refer to file in Bothy, very informative. 12). First time we stayed we had milk, eggs, bread (i think) and tea coffee, sugar, salt, pepper, cooking oil, washing up liquid and handwash & toilet roll to keep you going until you pop to Spar (Edzell - 5 miles away ish) or Brechin (Co-Op) to get your own supplies. 13). You will NOT be disappointed 14). Supply of logs and kindling at rear. But to get a fire lit straight away there is a supply (plenty for 5-6 fires all day/night with vent shut) of logs inside (seasoned) for use straight away & kindling and newspaper. 15). There is so much to list i could go on but i won't. Only negative is that we don't own this property as a 2nd home! I can guarantee you, if you want a break away from busy life, a romantic break, or lots of things to do/see then this is the place to stay! You will NOT be disappointed, not one bit, It is beautiful, Bothy, Scenery, Area, friendly people, home from home. If you can't cope going a few hours without comms (like minimum 3G) then all you have to do is drive just out of Edzell and your phone/tablet will start 'pinging' and you'd wish you didn't leave The Bothy as it is lovely to escape and be away from the everyday rat race/hamster wheel and be in an area where you can do as much or as little as you like. I went for the second option (apart from saying yes and having an amazing time!) ENJOY! Thanks Anna, see you again soon :)

- SazAndGaz, January 2017
gnslove2travel January 2017

“Love 'our' romantic rental second home!”

Stayed here for a week (28/12/16 to 4/1/17), also stayed the year before. We love The Bothy and it will always be a special place for us. We got engaged here a few minutes after Big Ben hit 00:00hrs. My fiance propsed by the 'Mini Stone Henge' (the ancient monument to the left of the Bothy as you look out of the door), my fiance set everything up (lights, champagne, a bag with my ring in) & I had no clue. He decided that at 23:35hrs that the car needed some water putting in it! Hmmm ok, yes, thats normal on NYE at that time! So as i stuck my head round the door he was pouring water in the car (which it didn't need but he kept pouring until i got bored and went back inside in the warm). Anyway, after we had the countdown and welcomed in the New Year a few minutes later he said, "Right get your boots (hiking) on and coat and hat and head torch!" I thought and said, "Are you serious? No, you're going to throw me in the River or something!" However, i did. Not a good look, skinny jeans, stripey socks and hiking boots! As we walked out the door the monument was lit up, i said, "Honey that wasn't like that earlier, what's happened?!" Anyway, being a Commandos (wife to be) i thought, "Ok, i will do it, i probably ate too much and need a bit of exercise!" Thats when we got to the monument and he got down on one knee and asked me if i would marry him and of course, with NO hesitation I said a big fat "YES!" So we had a toast, i screamed in excitment and happiness (sorry to the majority of Scotland who probably heard me). Then it was back into The Bothy in front of the cozy wood burner and quite a fair bit of fizz got drank and i now need botox from smiling so much! The hosts at The Bothy are lovely, if you need anything just ask and they are so helpful, same as the game keepers. They also dont intrude at all. It is a gorgeous, very well equipped, very clean, cozy, romantic, peaceful, stunning scenery and relaxing wee Bothy. Also, you can get fresh eggs from the hens (just ask), you can't get a phone signal in the Bothy but a short walk to the green cow (not a real cow) its to the right of the Bothy, you'll get a signal there (unsure about all networks though). There is some lovely walks (dress appropriatley) - read the info file, really helpful if you aren't used to the outdoors but the weather can change in seconds and it would be awful to have an accident whilst out walking and potentially no phone signal! The file is also very informative for things to do and basically is an interesting read too. Will we go back? 110%. Would we recommend it? Highly. It's a VERY special place to us and we will be back again soon. Thank you for another lovely stay! Sarah (soon to be Mrs) and Gary Brown x

- gnslove2travel, January 2017
Mrs Patton October 2016

“Fantastic location.”

Bothy was well equipped, cosy and clean. We were sad to leave. Would definitely go back.

- Mrs Patton, October 2016
Mrs Payne October 2016

“The photos on the website don't do the area justice the scenary is beautiful.”

- Mrs Payne, October 2016
Mr Dieplinger September 2016

“Perfect place for 2 persons for hiking, fishing or just enjoying the wilderness of the scottish highlands.”

Edzell is 15 minutes away by car. No internet or telephone signal, but pheasants, rabbits, partridges, sheep just in front of your cottage. We will come back.

- Mr Dieplinger, September 2016
Mr Ponsford September 2016

“Tucked away half way up Glen Esk with wonderful views and wildlife literally on the doorstep this is the perfect spot from which either to explore further or relax and watch the moon rise and the sun go down.”

- Mr Ponsford, September 2016
Dr Pennington July 2016

“Our holiday was 100% perfect.”

We loved the location of the property and the friendliness of the host. The wildlife was wonderful. A perfect cottage in a perfect location.

- Dr Pennington, July 2016
Mr Humphrys June 2016

“A delightful cottage in beautiful remote countryside with fabulous views.”

- Mr Humphrys, June 2016
Graeme J February 2016

“Blissfully Secluded”

The Bothy is set in beautiful surroundings and if you're looking to get away from it all then this is the place to go. The glen itself is remote and the bothy is blissfully secluded although easy enough to find. Great little log burner in the main room to keep the place warm although the heating as well as the kitchen & bathroom are very modern. Plenty of good walks to go on and even though there was a lot of snow this weekend we had no issues getting out and about. Only thing that may be a blessing or a curse is the lack of internet access through either wifi or your phone. As long as you bring plenty of supplies with you, this is the perfect place to escape either on your own or as a couple.

- Graeme J, February 2016
Mr Johncock February 2016

“The Bothy is in a secluded area with beautiful scenery.”

Great log fire and surprisingly modern kitchen/bathroom.

- Mr Johncock, February 2016
Mr Berg August 2015

“Very lovely accommodation, the best starting point for hikes in the glen.”

We will definitely come back again.

- Mr Berg, August 2015
Mrs Macgillivray May 2015

“The location was excellent.”

Just to spending time at the front door watching the wildlife was amazing. Great walks in the Glen, the surrounding villages had some really lovely shops and every one was really friendly. So good to come home to a lovely cosy cottage in the evening

- Mrs Macgillivray, May 2015
Mr James April 2015

“The cottage itself was extremely comfortable and well equipped - a true home from home.”

The owners were extremely welcoming and friendly and couldn't have done more to make our stay special. I have a feeling that this may not be our last visit to this property as we both enjoyed it so much.

- Mr James, April 2015
Ms Craig December 2014

“The Bothy was very comfortable to return to each day and I thoroughly enjoyed its remoteness.”

- Ms Craig, December 2014
Mr Humphrey November 2014

“We loved the location of the The Bothy, with it's view out over the glen.”

We particularly enjoyed the woodburner in the living room

- Mr Humphrey, November 2014
Mr Eastwood August 2014

“Peaceful with great scenery, an ideal getaway.”

- Mr Eastwood, August 2014
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The property

Edzell 7 miles.

Situated on a working sheep farm in beautiful Glen Esk, seven miles from the attractive village of Edzell is this cosy holiday home, The Bothy.

This delightful accommodation offers a bright and charming base for a couple seeking to explore the ruggedness of this Scottish countryside setting with a rural hideaway to come back to each evening to unwind.

The interior of the property has retained much of its original charm which is complemented by the plush furnishings and everything you could possibly need to enjoy a week-long break with your loved one.

Here, you will be delighted to find one comfortable double bedroom, a light kitchen, a bathroom, and a sitting room complete with ceiling beams and a cosy woodburner, the perfect addition for a romantic evening in.

Ideally situated for walkers, cyclists, anglers and those in search of a rural getaway, this cottage is an excellent choice for a tranquil break spent amidst spectacular scenery.

Close to the Grampian Mountains, Esk is the longest of the renowned Angus Glens, offering opportunities for excellent walking.

Brush up on the local history and pay a visit to the most northerly Neolithic standing stones at Colmeallie (just outside the Bothy door) Loch Lee or hike to the stone monument at the Queen’s Well, a memorial to Queen Victoria, where stunning views await you.

The Bothy offers a superb choice for a rural break in a beautiful location.

Summary

All ground floor
One double bedroom
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC
Well equipped kitchen
Sitting room with woodburner
Electric central heating with woodburner
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, shared use of washing machine by prior arrangement with owner, WiFi, TV with FreeSat, DVD, selection of books, games and DVDs
Fuel, power and starter pack for woodburner inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Cot and highchair on request
Off road parking for 2 cars
Lawned garden to side and rear with furniture
One well-behaved dog welcome
Sorry, no smoking
Shop and pub 7 miles
Note: Cottage front door opens onto farm access road

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About the location

EDZELL

Montrose 12 miles; Forfar 14 miles; Dundee 31 miles.

Renowned as the Jewel in the Crown of Angus, the Victorian village of Edzell is beautifully situated at the foothills of the Grampian Mountains, 12 miles from the coastal town of Montrose. Entered via the striking 19th Century Dalhousie Arch, which greets tourists arriving from the south, this charming village provides a good choice of local shops, pubs and eateries and easy access to all five glens of Angus. The medieval Edzell Castle, with its prominent Stirling Tower and colourful renaissance garden is well worth a visit, whilst golfers are well catered for with two fabulous courses (18 and 9 hole) set amongst a stunning mountainous backdrop. Enjoy salmon fishing at nearby Esk and Westwater, take relaxed riverside strolls along the Rocks of Solitude circuit or the more challenging hikes in Glen Clova and Glen Esk. Discover the glorious beaches at nearby St Cyrus, Montrose and the fabulous, cliff-framed red sands at Lunan Bay. Edzell offers an ideal base from which to discover all that this scenic area of Scotland has to offer.

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“This is a cosy, clean and comfortable cottage in a peaceful and beautiful area.”

“I wasn't told the code beforehand for extracting the key ( from the holder outside the cottage ) to get in to the cottage when I arrived and I had to wait until someone appeared to tell me the code.”

“Beautiful cottage in glorious country setting,peaceful with lots of wildlife to ...”

“We had a lovely relaxing time at the Bothy.”

“We had a lovely peaceful retreat, the views from the cottage are stunning.”

“The Bothy was a fabulous hideaway perfect for just forgetting real life and enjoying some down time.”

“This lovely little bothy had everything we would likely need for a holiday.”

“The Bothy is so welcoming, warm and cozy, it’s well equipped and the log burner in the sitting room adds to the character and warmth (logs and kindling supplied) Situated in a remote spot, a few miles along Glen Esk, the views are breathtaking!”

“A lovely warm and cosy cottage.”

“The Bothy is a little piece of heaven.”

“We loved our time here and will be coming back for sure, the Bothy is comfortable, cosy, warm and perfect for a couple.”

“We had a wonderful holiday at the Bothy.”

“The bothy was the most beautiful place to completely relax and unwind .”

“We thoroughly enjyed our stay in The Bothy.”

“A good scenic location for walks and striking out to the coast, other towns villages within a reasonable radius.”

“It was an extremely relaxing, clean and enjoyable holiday.”

“The Bothy is set in a wonderful area, so peaceful and beautiful to see out of ...”

“This cottage is set in a wonderful location with great scenery with lots wild life.”

“Beautiful setting.”

“This holiday was a birthday present for my boyfriend and it exceeded all expectations!”

“The Bothy was a totally magical place.”

“It was Amazing.”

“Beautiful cottage in stunning seneary the view from the front door is a wow factor.”

“The Bothy was perfect for our holiday needs - small, cosy, clean, quiet, and with fantastic views.”

“Well equipped cottage set in beautiful and quiet Angus glen perfect for Hill ...”

“Lovely little cottage in a beautiful location.”

“A little gem of a place!”

“The Bothy was much more roomy than we expected.”

“Warm welcome, stunning location, really cosy cottage.”

“lovely accomadation in a perfect location”

“A beautiful bothy with such thoughtful attention to detail; all laid out for maximum comfort with a sleep-inducing bed, lovely & warm, great shower & stunning surroundings.”

“BEST Bothy for many reasons!”

“Love 'our' romantic rental second home!”

“Fantastic location.”

“The photos on the website don't do the area justice the scenary is beautiful.”

“Perfect place for 2 persons for hiking, fishing or just enjoying the wilderness of the scottish highlands.”

“Tucked away half way up Glen Esk with wonderful views and wildlife literally on the doorstep this is the perfect spot from which either to explore further or relax and watch the moon rise and the sun go down.”

“Our holiday was 100% perfect.”

“A delightful cottage in beautiful remote countryside with fabulous views.”

“Blissfully Secluded”

“The Bothy is in a secluded area with beautiful scenery.”

“Very lovely accommodation, the best starting point for hikes in the glen.”

“The location was excellent.”

“The cottage itself was extremely comfortable and well equipped - a true home from home.”

“The Bothy was very comfortable to return to each day and I thoroughly enjoyed its remoteness.”

“We loved the location of the The Bothy, with it's view out over the glen.”

“Peaceful with great scenery, an ideal getaway.”

The property

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About the location

EDZELL