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Kirkgate Cottage – Countryside Living

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About the area

Forfar

Located in Forfar, this cottage is in a rural location, within a 10-minute drive of Angus Folk Museum and Meigle Museum. .This cottage is 4.7 mi (7.5 km) from Glamis Castle and 4.9 mi (7.9 km) from Ogilvy Distillery.

What's nearby

  • Meigle Museum - 9 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Angus Folk Museum - 10 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Glamis Castle - 12 min drive - 9.3 km
  • Strathmore Golf Centre - 14 min drive - 13.5 km
  • Forfar Loch Country Park - 17 min drive - 16.0 km

Getting around

  • Balmossie Station - 27 min drive
  • Dundee (DND) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Saucy Asian - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Aylth Fish Bar - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Lagavulin Grill - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Golden Palace - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Alyth Hotel - ‬12 min drive

About this property

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

Kirkgate Cottage – Countryside Living

Kirkgate Cottage is a charming rural retreat set in the peaceful hamlet of Balkeerie, surrounded by the beautiful countryside of Angus. Blending traditional furnishings with contemporary artwork and modern comforts, the cottage offers a welcoming and relaxed base for guests looking to unwind in a quiet setting.

Inside, the cottage has a warm and comfortable feel, with thoughtfully chosen furnishings that complement the character of the property. The space is designed to make relaxing easy, whether you are enjoying a quiet evening indoors or returning after a day exploring the surrounding countryside.

The cottage shares a lovely garden with the neighbouring farmhouse. Expansive lawns, flowerbeds and an orchard create a peaceful outdoor space where guests can enjoy the fresh country air. It is an ideal spot for morning tea, or for letting a dog enjoy the outdoors under supervision.

Trails and Walks Nearby

There are plenty of walking opportunities within easy reach of the cottage. Whether you prefer gentle woodland strolls, historic landmarks or more scenic countryside routes, the surrounding area offers a variety of options, including:

• Glamis Forest and River Walk
• Glamis Castle and Angles Park Circular
• Balmashanner Hill, Forfar
• Forfar Loch and the wider Forfar Path Network

Important to Note

While there are many excellent walks nearby, walking directly from the cottage grounds is limited, as reaching marked trails or country paths usually requires crossing one or more main roads. Most guests choose to take a short drive and park near the start of local routes, which allows easy access to some of the area’s most rewarding scenery.
Standard Checkout by 10am
No Smoking
Make yourself comfortable in this cottage, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Conveniences include a microwave and a washing machine, and housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.
Take in the views from a garden.
Guests will find features like onsite parking.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • One pet total
  • Fee: GBP 15
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited housekeeping

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village

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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 775 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 15
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
1 total pets
Note from host: One well-behaved dog allowed.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: GBP 15
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 AN-01290-F

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Kirkgate Cottage – countryside living at its best Forfar
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Kirkgate Cottage – Countryside Living Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 4 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 4 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Paul R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great short break

We wanted a short break in a quiet location with the capacity to accomodate our small dog. This property had a nice enclosed garden, was convenient for local towns and also the coast. It fitted the bill perfectly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Veronica B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Glamis holiday

Nice little cottage . Very convenient for all attractions in the area. Lovely and quiet to come back to and relax . I would go back .
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Charlie M.

Liked: Cleanliness

April 2022 Review

The cottage was well equipped and perfect for our needs. The garden was especially good for playing hide and seek! Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rebekka M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wir hatten eine schöne Zeit in Angus und Umgebung. Die Unterbringung war sehr gemütlich, gepflegt und liebevoll eingerichtet. Für uns zu zweit hatte es die perfekte Größe.Die Lage war gut für Tagesausflüge in die großen Städte (Dundee, Perth, Aberdeen, Edinburgh) und für Wanderausflüge an die Ostküste und bis in die Highlands. Man muss sich etwas daran gewöhnen, die meiste Zeit auf sehr engen Straßen zu fahren.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2025