Guests say
Gardener’s Cottage receives glowing praise for its charming character, peaceful setting, and beautifully maintained grounds. Guests consistently highlight the cottage’s tasteful décor, comfort, and well-equipped facilities. The location is ideal for exploring Montrose, local beaches, and countryside walks, while still offering privacy and tranquillity. Many reviewers appreciate the attention to detail and the warm welcome from the hosts. The property is described as exceptionally clean, cosy, and perfect for a relaxing retreat, with several guests returning for repeat visits.
Multiple reviews specifically mention the cottage being extremely clean, well-maintained, and spotless on arrival. Repeat guests confirm consistently high standards of cleanliness across visits.
The location is frequently praised for its tranquillity, privacy, and proximity to Montrose, beaches, and walking routes. Guests appreciate the peaceful countryside setting while still being close to amenities.
Guests repeatedly describe the cottage as cosy, comfortable, and homely, with quality furnishings and beds. The property is noted for being warm and inviting, contributing to a relaxing stay.
The cottage is described as very well equipped, with a well-appointed kitchen, modern bathroom, and thoughtful extras such as tennis courts, putting green, and beautiful gardens. Maintenance and restoration are highly praised.
Many guests mention welcome packs and thoughtful touches such as chocolates, wine, and local information. While these gestures are appreciated, it should be noted that such gifts are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Nature enthusiasts will love exploring Montrose Basin Nature Reserve, which is adjacent to this lovely upside-down property.. Situated in the grounds of Old Montrose House, the owners’ home, next to the Montrose Basin Nature Reserve, are these five holiday properties offering high quality accommodation close to each other, yet totally separate.
The Stables (ref UK11108) is a luxurious, detached conversion on two levels with a high spec finish and chic furnishings. Beautifully renovated and lovingly restored, it combines traditional cottage ambience with contemporary style, and features a walk-around gallery in the centre of the building above the living room.
The Old Gasworks Building (ref UKC2272) is a delightful, detached cottage, which has been built on a historic site, and provides a very stylish and comfortable holiday home.
Gardener’s Cottage (ref UKC3040) is a gorgeous, upside-down, detached cottage which was formerly the head gardener’s house in times past. Furnished with style and flair, this quirky cottage is wonderfully situated in a secluded spot in the grounds, with a private sunny garden and patio off the main bedroom where you can soak up the sun in peace.
Grieve’s Cottage (ref UK11107) is a little gem – a tastefully furnished and spacious, one bedroomed cottage with an open plan living space on the ground floor and a spacious bedroom with sumptuous bed and en-suite shower room on the first floor.
The Garden Room (ref UK34071) is an absolutely stunning conversion of the original potting shed and offers a unique holiday experience. One half of the property is taken up with an enormous conservatory, stylishly designed and furnished to complement the garden surroundings, while the other half houses a high-quality kitchen, shower room and double bedroom.
All guests have access to the owners’ large enclosed walled garden, hard tennis court and small putting green. The idyllic peaceful surroundings are complemented by a structured walled garden and other features, including a rose garden intersected by pathways to meander through and stop to enjoy the scents of summer.
Just a short drive from the centre of Montrose, this is an ideal base from which to explore an area that is rich in culture, wildlife and heritage. Montrose sits on a peninsula between the South and North Esk rivers. The magnificent sandy beach, golf courses and links area are very popular with tourists, as well as additional leisure facilities including tennis courts, bowling greens and parks. There are plenty of good cycle routes around the cottage and throughout the area, and for golfers there are over 30 courses within an hour’s drive, including the championship courses of Carnoustie and St Andrews. Excellent beaches including Lunan Bay, Arbroath and St Cyrus are nearby and are ideal for surfing or enjoying a barbecue. Fishing can also be found within easy reach. Beach 3½ miles. Shop, pub and restaurant 3½ miles.
The Stables (ref UK11108), The Old Gasworks Building (ref UKC2272), Gardener’s Cottage (ref UKC3040), Grieve’s Cottage (ref UK11107) and The Garden Rooms (ref UK34071) can be booked together to accommodate up to 20 guests.. 7 steps to first floor entrance (with ramp access to ground floor entrance).
Ground Floor:
Utility Room: Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer
Bedroom 1: Super Kingsize (6ft) Bed, Single (3ft) Bed (Flexible Sleeping Only), Freeview TV, Sky
Bedroom 2: Kingsize (5ft) Bed, Freeview TV, Sky, Sound System, Doors Leading To Patio
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
First Floor:
Living room: Freeview TV, Sky, Sound System, Open Fire
Dining room: Open Fire
Kitchen: Breakfast Bar, Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Dishwasher.
Oil central heating included. Fuel for open fires available locally. Patio with sitting-out area, garden furniture and barbecue. Private parking for 2 cars.. All properties: Electricity inside the cottage (but not car charging which can be obtained nearby in Montrose), bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Cot and highchair. Welcome pack. Large lawned garden (shared with owner and other properties on-site). Tennis court (shared). Putting green (shared). No smoking.
Free WiFi
EPC Rating = D
There are steps or steep slopes in the garden.
There are steps to the property.
Scottish Letting Licence No: AN01171F
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Nearby points of interest
- House of Dun
- Brechin Cathedral
- Brechin Castle centre
- Montrose Basin Wildlife Centre
- Montrose Museum and Art Gallery
- Montrose Air Station Heritage Centre
Reviews (24)
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Christine Seath
Lovely cottage in shaded peaceful location with private garden. Everything you could need and lovely welcome treats as well. Comfortable, homely clean and quiet. All we could hear was the geese flying overhead to the Montrose basin. The Estate is well maintained and there are other lovely holiday cottages with a more open aspect closer to each other and the road, which is very quiet. Would happily recommend and also go back again for a short stay
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Helena
We had a lovely relaxing stay here. Beautiful property with everything you may need. It was in a lovely area, lovely beaches and a great base for days out knowing we had a comfortable place to return to. Owners were friendly and helpful but not intrusive. The grounds itself were lovely to walk around in. Beautiful flower gardens. My personal favourite was the wildflower garden. You can feel the love, care and investment gone into this property and on the grounds themselves. Lovely welcome pack too. We hope to return one day. We really had a lovely relaxing time and our little dog loved it too. Thank you!
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Andy Moir
Such a Beautiful cottage tastefully decorated and very comfortable. The owner has put everything you would need into this cottage to make your stay feel like your at home. Peaceful and quiet surroundings made our stay sublime.We would highly recommend this property to anyone.