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Shepherd's House - Edzell

Edzell, near Brechin, Central Scotland
Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 2
Change Fri
No Dogs
4 star
Parking on site / nearby
Highchair available
Travel Cot available
Towels included
Family friendly
Internet access
Working farm
Open fire / wood burner
Downstairs bedroom
Downstairs bathroom
Complex
Country houses
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At a glance

  • Ideal base for walkers and cyclists to explore the Cairngorms and St Cyrus Nature Reserve
  • Charming hideaway with wood burner for those cosy nights in
  • Lovely open-plan lounge/diner to relax and enjoy family time
Property code: OC-CA300

This charming stone house hidden away on the hillside gives you a wonderful space to rest and relax after a day out. Take a walk around nearby Edzell Castle and Garden (4.5 miles) where the ruins are surrounded by beautiful grounds. Pack a picnic and once you're done exploring, stretch out on the grass. For keen walkers and hikers, the edge of the Cairngorms National Park can be reached in 17 miles, and on the way stop at Glenesk Folk Museum (12 miles). The coast is also well within reach: drive over to the village of St Cyrus (16 miles), where there is a National Nature Reserve and beach to discover.

A warm and welcoming single-storey property, the decor throughout is bright and cheerful with colourful soft furnishings. The heart of the house is the lounge/diner, a sociable space for evenings spent together. Light the wood burner and cosy down onto one of the sofas, with the TV on or a good book on your knee. Enjoy meals sat round the wooden dining table, and in the summertime open the French doors to let the breeze in or simply admire the view. Walk through to the kitchen, where the electric oven and ceramic hob and plenty of countertop space will let you cook up a storm. On the other side of the house, across the hall from the living areas, are the two quaint bedrooms. The king-size (a zip and link which can be turned into a twin on request) comes with its own stylish en-suite with shower and WC. The twin benefits from the use of the separate family bathroom, which has a shower over bath and WC, where you can soak your cares away.

  • Sleeps 4 + 3 using the sofa bed in the lounge and additional camp bed
  • 2 bedrooms – 1 double, 1 twin
  • Twin bedroom can be made up as a triple bedroom with a camp bed at no additional cost (please request at the time of booking)
  • 2 bathrooms – 1 en-suite with shower and WC, 1 bathroom with shower over the bath and WC
  • Electric oven and ceramic hob, microwave, fridge with ice box, dishwasher, washer/dryer, coffee machine
  • Wood burner – starter pack of fuel provided
  • Welcome pack
  • TV and DVD in lounge
  • Wi-Fi included
  • Off road parking
  • 3.5 miles from shops, pub, restaurant
  • Please be aware that the road up to the cottage is a farm track that is tarred and can be rough in places. However the road is suitable for normal cars, no 4x4 required
  • Can be booked with The Byre - Edzell (CA335)  which sleeps 2 for additional occupancy  
  • Short Term Let Licence - AN-01289-F
  • EPC Rating - Band C
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • Sorry, no dogs allowed

Catherine Stewart

This property is personally managed by Catherine.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 13 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Alison 30th May 2026

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A very comfortable cottage with outstanding views.

Reviewed by John 24th October 2025

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A great, cosy and comfortable cottage in a wonderful location....that says it all really. The location up in the hills is a real treat...owner helpful but not intrusive. We would have loed to stay another week in this special space.

Reviewed by Diana 19th September 2025

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This is the most beautiful location with direct access to the hills and mountains of the southern Cairngorms. It is 20 minutes to Edzell village which has a shop, cafe etc. but you feel like you are in the wilderness with many cows and sheep to watch over you. Highly recommended

Reviewed by Caroline 30th August 2025

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We had a wonderful stay, the cottqge was clean, comfortable and had everything we needed. The breakfast basket was welcome for our first night. The setting was just perfect for exploring the river and surrounding areas. We were lucky enough to have clear nights for star gazing and a glimpse of the Northern Lights. Would definitely recommend to frieRead morends and family. Hide

Reviewed by Alice 22nd August 2025

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This was a beautiful house to stay in. We loved the views and tranquillity all around us. The cottage was very well kept and fully equipped. The bed was nice and firm and comfortable, had 7 nights great sleep. The location was great for exploring in the surrounding areas. It is very remote along a single track road, but I guess that is the price yoRead moreu pay for the beautiful scenery and peaceful surroundings. Hide

Reviewed by Doerte 1st August 2025

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We stayed 5 days in this very nice and well equipped cottage. It has a great view and is situated very nicely just at the tree line. It is approx. a 12 min drive from Edzell up to the cottage on a single track road, so it is quiet and in the nature with lots of animals around. One can hike directly in Glen Esk or drive to the other Angus Glens. TheRead more sea with some great beaches is not too far away as well as several nice castles. We enjoyed our stay very much. Hide

Reviewed by Sabina 20th June 2025

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Beautiful cottage clean. Stunning surroundings

Reviewed by Bev 6th June 2025

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A lovely cottage in the middle of knowhere .surrounded by amazing scenery, farm animals , wildlife. An ideal place for peace and quiet but a great base to explore the area.

Reviewed by Julie 11th April 2025

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A comfortable, clean and cosy cottage in a beautiful location. A lovely river within walking distance of the cottage. A superb welcome basket on arrival included tea, coffee, sugar, jam and pancakes and a bottle of milk in the fridge. The family who own the cottage are warm and friendly but not intrusive. We will definitely be back to do more exploRead morering of the area and would love to do more walks on the hills that surround the cottage. Hide

Reviewed by Michelle 28th December 2024

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Everything was perfect and in the perfect surroundings. Would recommend it to everyone.

Reviewed by Liam 17th October 2024

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The perfect location for a quiet weekend away. The cottage is set in among the farmland and is at the end of a beautiful farm road with the most amazing views across the Glen and surrounded by the most amazing wildlife. The cottage itself is stunning and has everything you need to make you feel at home, the bed is one of the best we've ever slept oRead moren in a rental accommodation and for someone that's fussy with pillows I'd buy these pillows. We will definitely be back to this stunning cottage. Hide

Reviewed by Cara 16th August 2024

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Absolutely stunning location. If you want off the beaten track this is the place to go! The cottage is on a working farm every morning was a delight to see the cows in the field from the kitchen window. I just loved the scenery through every window. Has everything you need and nice and cosy .

Reviewed by Lee 5th July 2024

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Outstanding cottage ..Everything you needed .. Lovely and peaceful . Lovely helpful owners .

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