Stunning self-catering holiday retreat with hot tub

Claypotts, Brewlands, Glenisla, Perthshire

Nestling in the heart of an ancient monastic estate beloved by Queen Victoria in beautiful Glenisla, in mountainous scenery, on the edge of the Cairngorm National Park with its garden running down to the crystal clear River Isla, this sunny 18th century cottage is newly restored to a luxurious standard with the little extras of fluffy towels, power showers, and large heated towel rails, and of course a woodburning stove. Full of history and legend yet only 90 minutes from Edinburgh, and 35 minutes from fantastic cashmere, kilt, artisan and gourmet food shopping, Glenisla has something to offer in every season of the year and this luxury holiday cottage is a gorgeous place to stay - with so much to do, you will be spoilt for choice. Claypotts sleeps from 2 to 6 people, (3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2 ensuite, 2 with romantic canopied beds) and the layout of the cottage with an ensuite king-sized bedroom downstairs makes it very cosy when rented by a couple and also perfect for the less mobile guest.

With its central location and lots of space, Claypotts is a perfect base for exploring Scotland. Whether you prefer a relaxed holiday, or an active one, the options at Claypotts are many and varied. There are not only numerous activities and places to see both on and off the estate but because we try to do everything to make your holiday a happy one, we provide a full concierge service. Close to the Queen's and Queen Mother's Balmoral and Glamis Castles, there is outstanding wildlife viewing (it is a hot spot for rare red squirrels), and sporting activities along with whisky distillery tours and artisan and gourmet food producers. Why not go clay pigeon shooting or on a wildlife photographic safari on the estate, skiing (35 minutes) or golfing (30 courses within one hour) then have dinner made by the estate’s cook made with organic local produce. We use local organic ingredients whenever possible.

Superb walking at all levels from the door. You can walk for miles from the doorstep, through a profusion of wildflowers (part of the glen is a wildflower reserve), or along woodland paths to the Fairy Glen, and the high tops. There are 12 Munros within l hour’s drive

Excellent pub food 5 minutes, drives through magnificent scenery to lots of good restaurants including the Fife Arms in Braemar, home of the most famous Highland Games in the world and Prince Charles’s new restaurant in the charming village of Ballater beside Balmoral where many shops have large royal warrant signs above their doors.

The cottage is convenient for Glenshee skiing in the winter. We can measure you for skis and arrange lessons. In spring wander through the daffodils in the garden to the sounds of snow melt in the river and continuous bird-song. Lambing begins in March and the migrating birds return. Hire road or mountain bikes from the estate and cycle round the glen or on the excellent tracks or arrange clay pigeon shooting or other sporting activities (wild brown trout fishing on the River Isla included in the rent). Glenisla is almost entirely organic: there is such a profusion of wildflowers that part of the glen is a wildflower reserve. In spring the riverbank is covered in stitchwort, primroses and cuckoo flowers, followed by foxgloves and 8 feet high blue sprays of campanula. Walk the 500 yards from your door to the Fairy Glen, then along the woodland paths past the ruins of a Pictish village to the wild heathery mountain tops beyond, from which there are 360° views for 40 miles.

• Sleeps 2 – 6: Discounts for 2 people off season
• Bedrooms – 3 (1 king, 1 king/twin, 1 twin)
• Bathrooms – 3 (2 ensuite)
• Private hot tub for 3 on the riverbank
• Woodburning stove
• Free Wi-Fi
• 2 well behaved dogs welcome
• TV/DVD
• LED lights on dimmers
• Off road parking
• Babysitting/shopping/laundry available
• Full concierge service
• Partial or full catering including freezer cooking using organic ingredients to any level by our estate chef by arrangement
• Good pub 5 minutes, lots of good restaurants in the area
• Barbeque, garden furniture
• Enclosed large dog friendly garden
• Easy walking access
• Drop off and collection from airports, stations and walks can be arranged
• Double oven
• Microwave
• Fridge freezer
• Dishwasher
• Washing machine/dryer
• Electric central heating
• Bathrobes
• Electric blankets
• Cot and high chair available
• Stair gate
• Books, toys, games including outdoor
• Spring water supply
• Masseuse and beauty therapist
• Sorry - no smoking or vaping

• Edinburgh Airport – 90 mins drive
• Glasgow Airport – 2 hours
• Shops – good community shop 15 minutes in Kirkmichael, 25 minutes Alyth (good butcher), 30 minutes Blairgowrie – Tesco, Sainsburys and fish shop and farm shops. Pitlochry and House of Bruar gourmet and artisan food, restaurants, cashmere and tartan shopping.
• Tesco, Sainsburys, Asda and Majestic Wine deliver
• Bagpiper for special occasions
• Fishing/rod hire and tuition
• Wildlife safaris and photography tours on the estate
• Falconry demonstration
• Pheasant, duck & partridge shooting
• Clay pigeon shooting on the estate
• Roe and red deer stalking
• Golf– 30 courses within one hour
• Mountain and road bike hire with very quiet roads and excellent tracks
• Off roading and adventure centre nearby
• Ski hire and skiing at Glenshee – 35 minutes
• Walks – beautiful ones to any level –from the door or further afield
• Fishing on the riverbank for wild brown trout included in the rent
• EV charging possible
• Excellent hill walking – guided hill walks. 12 Munros within 1 hour
• The long distance Cateran walking Trail passes through the estate
• Private Highland Games with a heavyweight champion
• Private whisky tastings with the CEO of a famous distillery

Accommodation:

This picturesque cottage has a large, pretty sitting room with a woodburning stove and comfortable furniture. The modern, sunny kitchen has everything you might need and has a dining area with a French door into the garden.

There is an ensuite king-sized canopied bedroom with power shower on the ground floor. Upstairs there is one twin/super king with its own bathroom and one ensuite twin bedroom with power shower. Both have wonderful views and the sounds of the river and its bird life. All bedrooms have electric blankets and extra-long beds.

The spacious garden with private hot tub alongside the riverbank is fully enclosed so very safe for dogs. There is a seating area with table and chairs, and a barbeque. Babysitting can be arranged which is a great bonus if you want to go out for the evening. There are many extras available on the estate – including hire of a piper for special occasions, private Highland Games with a former champion, whisky tastings with the former CEO of a famous whisky brand who can provide unusual whiskies for you to try.

Directions:

Claypotts Cottage is located 90 minutes from Edinburgh International Airport, 2 hours from Glasgow International Airport and 40 minutes from Dundee Airport (for London City). Pitlochry Station (35 minutes) and Perth Station (50 minutes) both have connections, including sleepers, to the rest of the UK. Arrangements can be made for guests to be met at stations and airports. Car hire in all locations.

What's included:

Egyptian cotton linen, towels and bathrobes. First basket of logs, thereafter available at cost.
First £40 of any kind of fuel included.

To cut down on your shopping, we provide soap, tea towels, oven gloves, cling film, apron, foil, bin bags, loo rolls, washing up liquid and essential cleaning materials and other helpful touches to start your holiday off.

What’s not included in the rental price:

Electricity by meter reading. Extra services like champagne and chocolates by arrangement!
Two well behaved dogs welcome £35 per dog.

Cost and availability:

Claypotts is available for rent all year. Rental periods are usually Saturday to Saturday, arrival 4 pm and departure 10 am. Discounts for couples or for 4 people using l or 2 bedrooms may be available off season. Short breaks may be available off season.

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