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Cottage
The cottage sleeps 4 people in two bedrooms, one double and one twin bedroom. There is off-road parking for one car, with a fully paved front garden and solid teak garden furniture with cushions and umbrella.
A barbecue with tools are also provided, all you need to contribute is the coals and the food! There are two outbuildings which are large enough t store cycles, golf clubs, fishing rods, or skis and are fully lockable and secure. On the other side of the street, is a small park and a children's play area.
All kitchen appliances are fully integrated and A energy rated, with low voltage spotlights in every room and energy saving light bulbs in all lamps. All bed linen and towels are 100% cotton and pillows and duvets are hypo-allergenic.
The cottage is centrally heated throughout, with...
The cottage sleeps 4 people in two bedrooms, one double and one twin bedroom. There is off-road parking for one car, with a fully paved front garden and solid teak garden furniture with cushions and umbrella.
A barbecue with tools are also provided, all you need to contribute is the coals and the food! There are two outbuildings which are large enough t store cycles, golf clubs, fishing rods, or skis and are fully lockable and secure. On the other side of the street, is a small park and a children's play area.
All kitchen appliances are fully integrated and A energy rated, with low voltage spotlights in every room and energy saving light bulbs in all lamps. All bed linen and towels are 100% cotton and pillows and duvets are hypo-allergenic.
The cottage is centrally heated throughout, with radiators and thermostatic controls in each room.
All flooring downstairs is oak, with solid oak ledge and brace doors and solid oak furniture throughout. Carpeting on the stairs and bedroom are 100% wool, and there is under floor heating in the hallway as well as the bathroom to keep your feet warm!
We have strived to provide everything you might ever need to make your stay truly memorable, but if there is something that you wish to be waiting on arrival for that special touch or occasion, ie chocolates, champagne, flowers, please do not hesitate to contact us - we'll do our very best to accommodate your wishes!
This was a last minute booking so we could be near family who were holidaying in the area. We were 3 adults and a 9 month old and we all loved the cottage. Olive Grove Cottage is a cosy and welcoming place to stay. We were met on arrival by Alan who led us round and explained everything. There is ample parking either on the drive or the pavement outside. We brought supplies of kitchen roll, tinfoil etc based on previous bookings elsewhere but they weren't needed here as they were already provided for. Loved every second of our stay and we will definitely be back. Our granddaughter wholeheartedly approves and loved sleeping in her tent-like travel cot..... a holiday within a holiday for her.
Visited February 2022
Written February 19, 2022. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Lynne
13 contributions
Underwhelmed
The property was easy to find, however getting in & out of the drive proved not so easy. We were advised it would become easier but it never did. The entrance is very tight & really the side gate, which serves only an aesthetic purpose, should be removed to make it easier to drive in & out. We were surprised to find the bathroom downstairs & the steps upstairs to be so steep. The lounge & kitchen are very dark so lights had to be on all the time. Dark furniture didn't help. The TV is fixed so high up the wall we found it uncomftable to watch. The blind in the kitchen can't be closed so you get the locals peering through at all times. A welcome pack is no longer provided. The freezer was crammed full of previous guests unwanted food. There was no way I was going to eat any of it & needs throwing out. The ironing board as it is can not be used as it has no padding on it & is therefore not fit for purpose. Alyth is a good base with plenty of local golf courses.
Visited September 2021
Written September 25, 2021. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Departure16083543251
1 contribution
Welcome to Alyth
If you are looking for a fully equipped cottage in Perthshire you should check this out. I was born in Dundee and raised in Alyth before my parents moved to Canada. I must have passed this place countless times while growing up and never gave it much thought or attention. It is steps from the main square in Alyth where you can get on a bus and be in Dundee in 40 minutes or drive and be there in 25 minutes or so. We were there in January to visit relatives so a lot of the attractions were closed. However, Sterling Castle and the Wallace monument are a short drive away as is Edinburgh, Aberdeen, Pitlochry, Aviemore etc. Inverness and the Culloden battle site is 2.5 hours. I will definitely book there again.
Also, after reading some of the criticisms from other commenters, I wondered if they stayed at the same cottage!
It was clean and well equipped for a self-catering cottage.
Definitely highly recommended.
Many thanks to Alan for his hospitality
Visited January 2020
Written February 4, 2020. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Andy Y
5 contributions
Fab u lous
We had the pleasure of staying at Olive Grove cottage last week. It was everything we had hoped for and so much more. Ideally placed to explore the surrounding countryside & attractions, Alan & Morag have catered for absolutely everything and to a very high standard. We would recommend 100% and will most definitely return at some point. Thankyou Alan & Morag.
Visited August 2019
Written August 25, 2019. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Lorraine
Excellent
We had a great week staying at olive grove cottage. Alan & Morag have put so much work into making it such a beautiful place to stay. They have thought of every little detail, it has everything needed and more. All the little extras make such a difference. The welcome basket was much appreciated. We will definetely stay again.
Thank you Alan & Morag.
Visited July 2019
Written July 27, 2019. This review is the subjective opinion of an individual traveler and not of Tripadvisor LLC nor of its partners. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Go12341544819
1 contribution
Double booked, poor communication!
Not impressed! Thought we had secured our booking in 12 months time only to find out 3 months before our stay that the property had been booked by someone else, even though we had a confirmation message. Very slack, won't be booking this property again.
Visited June 2019
Written July 7, 2019. This review is the subjective opinion of an individual traveler and not of Tripadvisor LLC nor of its partners. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Petra K
Wiesbaden, Germany2 contributions
Just Wonderful
We stayed for a week in this wonderful cosy cottage. Everything was perfect: starting from the easy booking, the personal welcome by the owner and the welcome basket, the spotless cottage and the personal touches in each room.
We enjoyed every minute. Alyth is a nice little town with absolutely friendly people. Everything is in easy reaching distance. Very highly recommended!
We will be back ..
Visited June 2018
Written November 11, 2018. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Scratsrevenge
24 contributions
Beautiful cottage
We spent a week in the cottage and it was a home from home. We were greeted by Alan who was really nice and welcoming. Alyth is a beautiful place and has everything you need for a stay here. Edinburgh, Glasgow and Stirling were within an easy drive. I would thoroughly recommend this cottage to all types of traveller particularly families.
Visited August 2018
Written August 18, 2018. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
-TB
11 contributions
Brilliant Spot
This little cottage in Alyth is a perfect base of operations for day trips around Scotland. Everything one could possibly need and more. It's a great location, only a short walk to groceries, decent meals out and a couple pubs. Off-street parking, new high end plumbing and kitchen stuff. Full instructions for everything well organized into binders. Wood stove is a real treat.
Didn't want to leave!!!
Visited September 2017
Written September 18, 2017. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
rosth2016
Surrey, United Kingdom8 contributions
Perfect cosy cottage
We have just returned from a four-night break at Olive Grove Cottage which is a little gem. It truly is 5-star, warm, comfortable and has everything you need. A real home from home. Alyth is a sweet little town in beautiful countryside and there is a good selection of food stores and places to eat within a short walk. There is a very warm welcome from the owners Alan and Morag.
We recommend this cottage without reservation!!!
Visited August 2017
Written August 17, 2017. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Alyth is a small picturesque town situated in the east of Perthshire. To the south, Perth is but 25 minutes away, to the north, lies the Spittal of Glenshee where you will find Scotland's largest skiing area, to the west, lochs and glens await, including the highest peak in Perthshire, Ben Lawers at some 1214 metres.
There has been a settlement at Alyth since ancient times and the town is now approximately a thousand years old. Granted a Chartern by King James III in 1488, Alyth was then raised to the rank of Burgh of Barony which gave the right to hold markets and fairs.
The Queich (or Alyth Burn) runs through the middle of the town with several bridges crossing over, the oldest of which is the parkhorse bridge, which dates back to the 16th century, and can still be crossed on foot.
Alyth is also linked with Arthurian legend, as on nearby Barry Hill lies the ruin of a fort in which it was said that Mordred held Queen Guinevere captive.
Access
Car advised
Activities nearby
Fishing spots availableGolf course (within 30 mins drive)Golf course (within 15 min walk)Horse riding facilities
Things to know
Check in / out timings
Check in after 4 PM • Check out by 10 AM
Cancellation policy
100% refund within 24 hours after booking (provided the stay is at least 60 days away).
50% refund* if you cancel at least 4 weeks before check-in
No refund available if you cancel thereafter
*Booking fee is excluded from refund amount
Notes from owner
Minimum stay May - September is 1 week.
Shorter breaks may be available on request.
October to April (Excluding Christmas & New Year) minimum stay 2 nights.
Rate for 2 nights is 60% of weekly rate, additional nights +10% of weekly rate.
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