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Colmeallie Bothy

Brechin, Angus
Self-catering
+44 (0)1356 670280
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From
£60 - £90
per night

From
£400 - £600
per week

A 19th-century bothy in remote, rugged countryside on the edge of the Cairngorms National Park, for walkers, birders and seekers of peace

1 bedroom

Sleeps 2

Pets welcome

Babies welcome

The Experience

It’s just you, two other houses, some Neolithic standing stones (the most northerly in the country) plus oyster catchers, curlews, lapwings, partridges and pheasants. From the front door you can only see one other building in the far distance. There’s no formal garden as such, you step straight out into sheep-spotted countryside, but there’s a little table and two chairs out here for warmer days and magnificent nature gazing.

Inside is cosy: deep windowsills, a sitting room with lots of books and original art – oils and watercolours by Anna’s father – and a wood-burner to cheer (first basket of logs provided). The kitchen next door has the most lovely views from the window; you’ll find milk, tea and coffee but you need to bring everything else for food. Stock up in Edzell, seven miles away, which also has a good fish and chip shop and decent pubs for food.

Walking is sublime and the North Esk river runs nearby for a paddle.

We think you'll love

The remote wild beauty and the beguiling standing stones
Walking all day in such stunning countryside and returning to sit by the wood-burner with a book
The absence of any noise apart from birdsong and the sheep

You should know

The washing machine is in an outhouse
No mobile signal but WiFi is good
There's no wardrobe in the bedroom

Essentials

EV charger
Self check-in
Swimming pool
Hot tub
Garden
Open fire / woodburner
Breakfast included
Breakfast available
Meals available
Vegetarian meals
Oven
Parking on premises
Free parking nearby
Accessible by public transport
WiFi
Television
Central heating
Limited mobility
Wheelchair access
Mobile reception
Hob
Barbecue
Paid parking nearby
Air conditioning
Relaxation areas
Washing machine
Tennis court
Microwave oven
No smoking
Credit cards
Working farm
Owner has pets
Electricity included
Dishwasher
Pets welcome

Family friendly

Baby monitor
Books and toys
Children welcome
Babies welcome
Stair gates
High chair
Fire guard
Cot available

Nearby

Pub/bar within 3 miles
Restaurant within 3 miles
Shop within 3 miles

Activities

Bikes available
Food courses
Kayaking
Other courses
Sailing
Surfing
Wild swimming

Nightly price: from £60
Weekly price: from £400

1 Cottage for 2: From £601 bedroom

Information

Booking information

Check in: From 4pm
Check out: By 10am
Other details: Minimum stay: 3 nights. Pets by arrangement.
Closed: Never.
No smoking: Smoking not permitted anywhere in the property.
Property: This property is part of a working farm or vineyard.
Owner has pets: Animals living on the property

Reviews

What a delightful cottage in the beautiful Glen Esk. With helpful owners and all amenities you could possible need. The views are spectaculair. You can spot the deer on the ridges in the evening and patrdiges and pheasants can be seen (and heard :-) every day. Great walking in Glen Esk and the Cairngorms, and also lots of nice day trips to be made (if you can tear yourself away from the view). We loved our stay and so will you!

Sandra and Steven, The Hague Jul 2024

We had a wonderful stay at The Bothy – only wish we had longer to enjoy the peaceful surroundings! We spent our days walking, and would especially recommend Loch Lee to Unich Falls....The wood stove was perfect to relax to after each day’s outing, and the kitchen had everything we needed for home-cooked meals. Anna was very thoughtful about making sure the cottage was clean and safe, helping us get out of the city for the first time since COVID arrived. With appreciation and anticipation of our next visit.

Devon, Edinburgh Aug 2020

Come for the peace and the views, the freshest air, long walks without meeting a soul and the wonderful birdlife.

Nicola, Sawday's Inspector Jun 2020

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Location

The neighbourhood

You're in the Angus Glens, right on the edge of the Cairngorms National Park - it's a thrilling drive over Cairn o' Mount and on clear days you can see right down to the Fife coast from the top. Hire bikes in Edzell and cycle for miles without seeing another soul. Further afield there are gardens to visit - Dunninald is gorgeous. Glamis Castle is a 35-minute drive and Lunan Bay, 40 minutes, has a wide sandy beach.

Local points of interest from Anna Henderson

Not far up Glen Esk, Colmeallie Bothy boasts the most northerly Neolithic standing stones right outside the front door.
The village of Edzell – the Jewel in the Crown of Angus – is only seven miles away. You can even get fresh fish on a Tuesday.
For some adventure, you can try Paddle-Boarding or Rock Climbing near Montrose, or further down the coast, enjoy the beautiful beach at Lunan Bay. Or play golf at Edzell’s two fabulous courses (18 and 9 hole).
At the top of Glen Esk, walk up Mount Keen, one of Scotland's Munros, or stroll round Loch Lee, where you will see amazing wildlife. Enjoy a lovely walk to the Queen’s Well, a memorial to Queen Victoria who drank from the well on her way to Balmoral.
Angus is home to some beautiful gardens and castles: Dunninald Castle Gardens, Pitmuies Gardens, Edzell Castle, Glamis Castle, House of Dun, to name but a few. Not forgetting our very own V&A Dundee, which, about an hour away, is well worth a visit.
Enjoy delicious pub and seafood at Catterline’s Creel Inn; or try The Drover’s Inn near Forfar for tasty food and wine. In Edzell, The Panmure Arms Hotel (aka The Panny) serves great pub grub. Or you could sample local gin at the Gin Bothy in Glamis.

Introducing

Anna Henderson

Anna, a jewellery-maker, is originally from Fife and her husband John from Ayrshire. They fell in love with the wonderful countryside here and built their own house just up the hill from the bothy - they're probably the only people you will see passing now and then by car and they are around if you need them but otherwise will leave you be.

Colmeallie Bothy

Pets welcome

Babies welcome

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The neighbourhood

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Colmeallie Bothy

Pets welcome

Babies welcome

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How to book

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Enquire through Sawday's

The Experience

We think you'll love

You should know

Essentials

Pricing

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The neighbourhood

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