Tour Scotland Video Reclining Figure Henry Moore Sculpture Edinburgh
Tour Scotland video of the reclining figure sculpture by Henry Moore on the grounds of the Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art on visit to Edinburgh, Scotland.
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Tour Scotland Self Catering Holiday Cottages Recommendations Edzell Angus
Tour Scotland self catering holiday cottage recommendation in Edzell, Scotland.
Birch Cottage is a beautifully converted outbuilding, part of the original Edzell Railway Station. Finished to a high standard this property has a 4 star Visit Scotland rating and has everything you could need on holiday. The owners have created a welcoming and homely cottage for you to relax in. There is a private courtyard garden with a seating area to enjoy the sunrise or sunset! Birch Cottage is situated in the picturesque village of Edzell in Angus, Scotland. The cottage is just a short walk to a range of local amenities (coffee shops, local gallery/gift shops, hotels, local convenience store, award-winning butcher, hairdresser, chemist and post office). There is ample car parking space. There are a collection of books which should suit all tastes, from losing yourself in a novel for a week, to dipping into over a glass of wine! A range of family boardgames are also available. This is a beautiful rural location and the area is well known for golfing, walking, cycling, fishing and shooting. This property is ideally located, just 25 metres from the second tee at Edzell Golf Club. The Golf Club is in walking distance and if you don't feel like 18 holes, there is a 9 hole Golf Course and Driving range a 5 minute walk from the property. Alternatively, there are 2 particularly beautiful river//woodland walks just 10 minutes from the cottage - The Rocks of Solitude (Blue Door Walk) and the Shakin' Brig. The Blue Door walk is stunning - a network of paths and trails take you on a dramatic woodland walk looking down into the North Esk River as it plunges into some spectacular gorges and rapids - popular with kayakers. If you want to explore further afield there are the Brown & White Caterthuns, 2 massive iron age hill-forts or Pirners Brig, a perfect location for a picnic overlooking the West Water. Edzell Castle is a short 20 minute walk away from the property, please check opening times. This area is also ideal for mountain biking, with plenty of trails from beginners to advanced. Edzell is a perfect base to explore the North East of Scotland, with Aberdeen 50 minutes and Dundee 40 minutes away. Fife or even Perthshire, are all less than 60 mins drive away. The stunning beaches at St. Cyrus and Lunan Bay are approximately 20 minutes drive and make an ideal family day out.
The Bothy cottage sits on the owner's working sheep farm, seven miles from Edzell, and sleeps two people in one bedroom. It is a romantic base with surrounding scenery perfect for walking, fishing and golfing. There's also a bathroom, a kitchen with dining area and a cosy sitting room with a woodburner. The Bothy offers a delightful, romantic retreat for a wonderful getaway discovering Scotland's stunning scenery. Amenities: Electric central heating with woodburner. Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, TV with FreeSat, DVD, selection of books, games and DVDs. Fuel, power and starter pack for woodburner inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Cot and highchair on request. Off road parking for 2 cars. Lawn garden to side and rear with furniture. One well-behaved dog welcome. Sorry, no smoking. Shop and pub 7 miles. Note: Cottage front door opens onto farm access road. Note: There is no mobile reception or WiFi. Originally located within the walls of Edzell Castle, the present village of Edzell was an expansion of the village of Slateford in the early 19th century by the Earl of Panmure and renamed Edzell in 1818. 1861 brought a visit from Queen Victoria and Prince Albert. During WW2 land nearby was used as an RAF base during the Cold War as a US Navy submarine tracking station with the base being closed down in 1995. The original castle dates from 1100 but the ruined castle and the its highly decorated garden that you see today dates from the early 1500s when the Lindsay family became Earls of Crawford and it was extended in 1553. A distinctive feature greeting the tourist arriving from the south is the Dalhousie Arch spanning the main road. Built in 1887 to commemorate the 13th Earl of Dalhousie, the arch provides and striking entrance to the wide main street. The village has 2 hotels, two tearooms, a pharmacy, post office and a couple of shops. Popular with anglers and golfers Edzell also offers riverside walks along the Rocks of Solitude circuit as well as more challenging walking in nearby Glen Clova and Glen Esk.
Edgemuir, 97 High Street, Edzell is a delightful 2 bedroom, ground floor, self catering flat. It is part of a block of 4 flats built in 1860 and is a C listed building. The property is ideally situated directly opposite the Panmure Arms Hotel to the front and the Muir playpark to the left. The property is double glazed with central heating and has recently been refurbished to a high standard. All bed linen is Egyptian cotton and included in the price is all linen, towels, electricity and gas. There is a handy lockable shed for bikes, toys, golf clubs, wellies etc. and a few handy pegs for outdoor jackets. Although not specifically adapted for disabled access the property does have extra wide doors and a low level bath. There is a sitting area at the front that is great for watching the world go by. There is a shared garden at the back with a whirly drying rack, washing basket and pegs are in the shed.
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Tour Scotland Self Catering Holiday Cottages Recommendations Falkland Fife
Tour Scotland self catering holiday cottage recommendation in Falkland near St Andrews and East Neuk of Fife, Scotland.
Brook Cottage is located in the small village of Newton of Falkland, near the small town of Falkland, sleeping 6 people in 3 bedrooms. Brook Cottage is a terraced cottage in the hamlet of Newton of Falkland, near the town of Falkland in Fife, Scotland. The cottage sleeps six people in three lower ground floor bedrooms - a king-size double, a double and a twin. On the ground floor is a bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC. The living accommodation is also on the ground floor, including a fitted kitchen with dining area, a sitting room with woodburning stove and doors to the conservatory, and a snug room. Outside, off road parking is available for three cars and there is a rear decked area with furniture. With lovely countryside to enjoy around your cottage, and with the coast and towns such as Perth, Perthshire and St. Andrews easily.
Ladywell House is a large and comfortable Georgian house built in 1806 as a manse, on the edge of the historic and beautiful village of Falkland, this property is ideal for families/groups who are seeking a peaceful venue within 40 minutes of St Andrews, Edinburgh and Perth, Perthshire. Set amongst 100s of acres of grazing land, and within an acre of walled garden the property has outside seating, a BBQ, swings and a trampoline. 10 minutes walk from the village of Falkland, built around the Palace, home to the early Stuart kings. This village was the first conservation village in Scotland, and has a bank, hairdressers, therapist, several craft shops, a village post office and store, an art gallery. There are 4 restaurants and 2 tea rooms. The house has 6 comfortable bedrooms, 5 beautifully appointed bathrooms, a downstairs loo, a kitchen/diner with AGA, a drawing room with open fire, a tv room with 50' flatscreen and dvd player, a dining room seating 12, and dining conservatory. Open fires, full central heating, an AGA and electric blankets assure you warmth, even in the cooler Scottish evenings. Built in 1806 as a manse, and owned by Francis Shand Kydd from 1994 til her death in 2004, this property is steeped in history, and visited by Diana and her sons, the Prices William and Harry. We are within 30 miles of over 50 golf courses, so ideally located for golfers.
Fountain House is a self-catering holiday home, built circa 1690, nestled on High Street of historic village of Falkland. The house is newly renovated and decorated to enhance character features such as stone walls, wooden beams and a wood-burning stove. The house comfortably sleeps 6-8 with 3 double bedrooms plus a small children's room. Falkland is a picturesque village with pubs, restaurants, and shops. Historic buildings and outdoor recreation are at its doorstep. A perfect destination for families.
Ross House is a beautiful 17th century stone built cottage occupying a prime position in one of Scotland's most perfectly preserved ancient towns with a fairy tale Royal Palace only steps away. Following an extensive refurbishment programme, the cottage offers the very best in comfortable, luxury accommodation whilst remaining faithful to the original style and feel of the building. Despite being centrally located, the cottage itself is extremely quiet thanks to the thick stone walls and secondary glazing to the front bedrooms. The beautiful hand-turned oak kitchen boasts underfloor heating and a wood burning stove. The Britannia double oven with six gas burners gives ample scope for even the most exacting cooks and a centre table with soft leather chairs provides a cosy dining area in front of the fireplace. Upstairs are two bedrooms, both with feature fireplaces and a living room with open fire. The spacious master bedroom is en-suite with bath and shower. Farrow and Ball wall coverings, beautiful art work and bespoke furnishings guarantee the ultimate in rest and relaxation.
A further bedroom and a dining room, each with feature fireplaces, comprise the lower front portion of the house. Both rooms are decorated in styles in keeping with the original era of the property. The two bathrooms have been completed to the very highest specification with a Villeroy & Boch whisper-quiet Whirlpool bath and Fired Earth Rain Shower. The back garden is a peaceful south-facing sun-trap with three seating areas, dining terrace and a barbecue. It is totally enclosed, very private, safe and quiet. We are very fortunate in Falkland to have so many handy service providers right on our doorstep. Across the road from the cottage is a fascinating music and antiquity lovers' paradise specialising in antique violins and a street away there is a well stocked pharmacy for life's more practical requirements. A short stroll takes you to a bank, a top class bakers and greengrocers, a hairdressers and a post office with a general store. Three boutique shops carry a variety of tasteful take-home gifts. The aptly named Covenanter Hotel with its excellent restaurant, is a great place to dine without needing to venture more than a few yards from the cottage. The Bruce pub offers draft ale and hearty meals as does The Lomond Tavern, a popular eatery for locals and visitors. The Stag Inn on the far side of the village green offers live performances with a regional emphasis. A skip and a jump from the cottage, Campbell's bistro offers excellent freshly ground coffee all'italiana, great breakfasts, lunches and dinners in a relaxing environment; ingredients are top-quality and you can bring your own wine. A twenty minute walk through woodland paths takes you to a lovely organic farm shop and café where you can stock up on grocery essentials and sample delicious homemade cakes and soups either inside the cosy café building or 'al fresco' in the extensive farm gardens.
The cottage has super-fast fibre-optic broadband.
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Tour Scotland Self Catering Holiday Cottages Recommendations Kingsbarns Fife
Tour Scotland self catering holiday cottage recommendation in Kingsbarns near St Andrews and East Neuk of Fife, Scotland.
2 The Stackyard is a beautiful little cottage in the picturesque village of Kingsbarns. The property is ideal for a family holiday or equally would make a great base for golfers wishing to play on some of the country's finest Golf courses. The cottage is located only 6 miles from St Andrews and offers a great base for touring Fife and central Scotland. There is of course the famed Kingsbarns Links right on your door step which presents an opportunity not to be missed for the keen golfer, not to mention the Fairmont Golf course which you pass on the way to St Andrews. A great day can be finished off with a short walk to the beach or Cambo House gardens, both of which are stunning locations and close to the house. Nearby attractions include the new Kingsbarns Whisky Distillery, historic buildings, museums, country parks, pony trekking, off-road driving, clay pigeon shooting, Cinema, Swimming Pool, cycling and water sports are all available in the area. The beautiful sandy beaches will delight children and there are numerous traditional harbours and fishing villages along the coastline to explore. Why not visit one of the award winning Fish and Chip shops in Anstruther. For a fantastic selection of shops, restaurants and parks visit Dundee with a journey across the Tay Bridge. or Perth, Perthshire, the Gateway to the Highlands. Edinburgh is a must for a visit with its wonderful castle, theatres and museums.
Brand new build bungalow, finished to a high quality, in the quiet conservation village of Kingsbarns, near St Andrews. It is an ideal base for playing many of the top golf courses in the country. It is also an ideal location for family holidays or walkers with easy access to the Fife coastal path. Private parking is provided. Garden areas to front and rear with front overlooking the Village Green. There is also BT Internet available in the property and is included in the rental. Accommodation Description, Sunny porch into large hall, Living room with views onto Village Green, Fully fitted dining kitchen with dishwasher and washing machine, Double bedroom with en suite large shower, Twin bedroom, Family bathroom with bath / shower. A very regular bus service to St Andrews is only 100m from this cottage. The house is very comfortable and is fully equipped to provide you with an enjoyable holiday. With 14 golf courses within 7 miles including all the St Andrews courses, St Andrews Fairmont, Kingsbarns and Crail it is a perfect location for golfers. The magnificent Fife coast is only a 15 minute walk to the golden sandy beach and the coastal path. With regular bus services it is ideal for walking sections of the coastal walking path and returning by bus. The Kingdom of Fife has a number of small fishing villages, glorious beaches and impressive coastline as well as peaceful countryside nestled inland. The region is perfect for families and combines history with a number of hidden delights. St.Andrews is one of Scotlands most popular holiday destinations.
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Tour Scotland Holiday House Recommendation Scone Perth Perthshire
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