with Scottish Country Holiday Cottage Rentals near to cycle trails in St Andrews, Perthshire & Tayside.   

This most attractive 19th century traditional red stone holiday cottage is at one end of a row of three, peacefully set down a quiet side street in the popular town of Kirriemuir, most famous for being the birthplace of J M Barrie, creator of Peter Pan. Excellent golf courses abound at Carnoustie, Glenisla and Blairgowrie as well as Kirriemuir itself and there are superb sandy beaches at Montrose, Carnoustie and Lunan Bay. Shop 200 yards, restaurant and pub ¼ mile.

In its midst, these five characterful holiday cottages each offer a unique and magical holiday retreat for couples; indeed the creator of Peter Pan himself (Sir James Barrie) was born in nearby Kirriemuir and holidayed here.
These cottages were once occupied by shepherds, gardeners or other staff of the Ogilvy family when this was a traditional Victorian sporting estate. Red squirrels play in the trees, otters frequent the burns, and deer graze all around. Because of the varied scenery, that varies from beech woods to forest, pasture to heather moor, mountain streams to river pools, the area enjoys a spectacular range of wildlife, including species largely extinct elsewhere in Britain, such as black game and ptarmigan. Magnificent walking, bird-watching, mountain biking and (in season) cross-country skiing abound on the estate and, further afield, downhill skiing at Glen Shee (25 miles). Fishing is available on a 5-mile stretch of the River Prosen as well as a stocked trout pond nearby, and there are twenty golf courses within an hours’ drive. Enjoy the seclusion of this beautiful glen - peaceful, relaxing, scenic - yet just a few minutes’ drive from bustling market towns and busy fishing harbours which hug the Angus coastline, as well as from the city of Dundee which offers many attractions for all the family. The exciting Dundee Contemporary Arts is a stunningly-designed centre which incorporates galleries, a print studio and two art-cinema screens, while the Mills Observatory is Britain’s only full-time public observatory with a resident astronomer. Good road, rail and air access to Angus provide easy access from all parts of the UK or international destinations.

Ideal for exploring the rolling countryside

Situated in the picturesque town of Dollar at the foot of the Ochil Hills, this delightful cottage offers a very good standard of holiday accommodation, and is an ideal location from which to explore the beauty of Clackmannanshire and Stirlingshire. A superb retreat for walkers, the property offers direct access to Dollar Glen. Stirling, Edinburgh, Glasgow and Perth all accessible by car. The central belt of Scotland offers cycling, walking, fishing, horse riding and pony trekking, and many watersports. Shop, pub and restaurant ½ mile.

Set in the heart of the tiny village of Pool of Muckhart in the Devon valley, just 11 miles south of Gleneagles, these cosy stone holiday cottages make a perfect base for exploring this lovely area. Inn Cottage (ref 19910) and The Bothy (ref 23272) are ideal for two families holidaying together with the bonus of their own private space. Conveniently close to the village pub, where Devon Ale is brewed and excellent meals are served, and with a good variety of eating places in Dollar, 3 miles. Golf in village, amid spectacular scenery, or at Gleneagles or any of the many courses in the area; fishing and walking locally. The spectacular Rumbling Bridge gorge walk, 2 miles or further afield explore the Trossachs and the Loch Lomond National Park. Stirling, 17 miles, has the ancient Wallace Monument and the castle to see, while Perth, 25 miles, has a wonderful concert hall, and excellent theatre, one of the oldest in Scotland. Shops 100 yards, pub 150 yards.

Set in the quiet picturesque village of Killin, with its famous Falls of Dochart. Positioned at the west end of Loch Tay, Killin nestles amidst spectacular scenery, at the heart of the Scottish Highlands, with Loch Lomond, Perth, Aberfeldy, Crieff and Glencoe all easily accessible by car. Golfing, climbing, fishing, mountain biking, walking and a variety of water sports available locally. Perthshire’s heritage centre or castles will make a memorable day out. A fantastic holiday destination. Shop, pubs and restaurant 400 yards.