Guests say
Beech Cottage in Aberfeldy offers stunning views of Loch Tay and is praised for its comfort, cleanliness, and thoughtful touches like a welcome basket. While most guests enjoyed the well-equipped property and its peaceful surroundings, a few noted issues with cleanliness and maintenance. The location is ideal for relaxation and sightseeing, with a private beach and woodland walks, though some events nearby may affect tranquillity.
Most guests found the cottage to be clean and spotless, with fluffy towels and a well-maintained appearance. However, one review highlighted significant cleanliness issues, which slightly lowers the overall score.
The cottage's location is highly praised for its outstanding views and peaceful setting. It is perfect for a relaxing holiday, although one review mentioned it can be quite isolated without transport.
Guests generally found the cottage comfortable, with comfy beds and a cosy atmosphere. Some minor discomforts were noted, such as issues with the sofa and bathroom fixtures.
The property is well-equipped with a hot tub, kitchen amenities, and entertainment options. Some guests experienced minor issues with appliances and suggested improvements, such as the addition of a handrail for accessibility.
The welcome basket and attention to detail were appreciated by guests, indicating thoughtfulness. However, as gifts are not guaranteed for every stay, this score reflects the positive mentions without setting an expectation.
About this property
Kenmore 4.1 miles. Beech Cottage, nestled on the outskirts of Fearnan in Perthshire, enjoys outstanding views of the brilliant, blue waters of Loch Tay. This fabulous, two-bedroom holiday home boasts off-road parking, large, lawned gardens with a fire pit, and a collection of well-presented interiors, this charming home welcomes a family of four or group of sharing friends for a refreshing, fuss-free escape to beautiful rural Scotland. Park up beside your lovely new dwelling, and step inside to be greeted by a well-appointed, open-plan living area. Here, you will find a fully-equipped kitchen complete with all the appliances needed to rustle up delicious, home-cooked dinners, whilst a dining table invites you and your loved ones to savour your meals together as you plan the rest of your trip. You'll find plenty of ways to relax and unwind, whether it's kicking back in the sitting room to enjoy a film on the wall-mounted Smart TV, playing a board game in the snug, or indulging with a dip in the outdoor hot tub as you gaze out upon the loch as the starry night sky begins to appear overhead. You can even take a nice stroll to the private loch beach which is just 1km away in favourable weather conditions. When sleep inevitably calls, be sure to refresh with a dip in the bath before you settle down for a much-needed rest in one of the two plush bedrooms. If you can tear yourself from your peaceful new base, head out to explore your local area. Take a brief stroll to get up close to Loch Tay, which enjoys stunning views of the surrounding countryside, before you set off to discover the many wonders that dwell within the Tay Forest Park, with the historic landmark of Fortingall Yew Tree residing just north. A brief car drive will bring you to neighbouring Kenmore, a small, lakeside village home to the Taymouth Courtyard Shop, which sells homely essentials, The Courtyard Brasserie & Bar where you can fill up with a tasty pub lunch, as well as the idyllic spot of Kenmore Beach and the open-air museum at The Scottish Crannog Centre. Further afield, you can also spend a day in Aberfeldy, a former burgh containing the noteworthy landmarks of St David's Well, Castle Menzies, The Birks Of Aberfeldy, and the famous Dewar's Aberfeldy Distillery, which is a must-visit during your time in the region. All of this and more is yours to enjoy during a stay at Beech Cottage.
The village of Kenmore sits at the eastern end of Loch Tay where the River Tay flows out of the loch and dates from the 16th century. Originally built on the north side of the river, the village was moved in mid-sixteenth century to accommodate a castle being built on the north shore. The relocation gave the village its current name reflecting its position on a large headland: Kenmore – ‘large head’ in Gaelic. It is Loch Tay that makes Kenmore such a popular tourist draw today with the many watersports, fishing, hillwalking and cycling activities on and around the loch. Why not visit the Scottish Crannog Centre and discover an ancient way of life in a reconstructed thatched house on stilts? Built on the loch and able to repel danger with the aid of a retractable gangway, these houses provide a fascinating insight into ancient civilisations. The village has shops, a couple of hotels and a restaurant and with the attractive towns of Aberfeldy, Pitlochry and Dunkeld nearby, the tourist is very well provided for. The area is famous for its truly spectacular scenery and whether you are on the water, in the hills or in the shops, Kenmore can provide a stunning backdrop to a very pleasant break.
Accommodation
Single-storey.
Two ground-floor bedrooms: 1 x king-size, 1 x double.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Open-plan living space with kitchen and sitting area with log burning stove.
Snug dining room
Electric central heating.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine.
Smart TV and WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Highchair and travel cot available on request.
Ample off-road parking available.
Access to private beach with jetty.
Lawned gardens with furniture, fire pit and hot tub.
One well-behaved dog welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 3.8 miles, pub 2.5 miles, Loch Tay 0.7 miles.
Reviews (13)
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Katie
Comfortable, spacious and beautifully decorated. Attention to detail was superb. Lovely welcome basket, well equipped kitchen, lots of supplies (tea towels, bin bags, cling film, kitchen roll, handsoap refills, logs, kindling, matches, fire lighters, board games, tea, coffee pods, salt and pepper, I could seriously go on!) Hot tub was fab, loads fluffy towels and bath robes, even plastic glasses. So much information given on the property and surrounding area. We were so impressed. These guys understand what people are looking for, the little details are so easy to do but make a huge difference. Well done, we loved it.
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Andrew
Bed was so comfortable.... We got home & my partner didn't sleep for three days because of how she perceived our bed to be so uncomfortable, shame we never made a note of the make of the mattress. The driveway up to the property is fine, you're told to go 10 mph, you don't need to rush so just go 10 mph. The property is closer than you think to two properties, next doors dog is absolutely no problem, she's a friendly little thing & will wait for you to tell her to come to you for a hello, she doesn't encroach unless encouraged. Never made it to the beach because the pathway was so overgrown, the sheep were munching through the weeds though. Hot Tub is in exactly the right spot & is a perfect way to end the day, only slight issue is the 10pm curfew for using it (if you think you'll use it after that time, they have it covered) log burner is nice & the sofa is comfy, the shower could be more powerful, but that is hardly a deal breaker. It's just a great place to stay to wind down & relax
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David
Slight problem with the access path up to the property as the scree pathway is not good for your car tyres. The cottage itself was clean and had all the facilities needed with plenty of fresh towels and kitchen equipment, but maybe take an engineer with you to work out the hob and oven hehe!!! Technology is not for us, but after much trial and error we got there !! Events at the farm next door were at a minimum, but noise levels were kept down and did not cause an issue. We would certainly go back to this cottage and would recommend it to anyone looking for that area. It's only 4 miles to Kenmore and 9 miles to Aberfeldy for restaurants, supermarkets etc. so a good location whilst peaceful and quiet to sit and enjoy the scenery.