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The
Chauffeurs Cottage and Studio, surrounded by mature broadleaf on a private
estate provide a wonderful escape from it all, 5 miles from Arbroath on
the East coast of Angus. Both properties have been completely refurbished
to a very high standard for 2007.
The Chauffeurs Cottage was originally built as staff accommodation for
Kinblethmont House next door. While refurbishing the cottage we have tried
to keep its architectural affinity with Kinblethmont House while allowing
it complete independence from the big house.
The Studio was probably originally built as a laundry building for Kinblethmont House next door and for some time after was used as a store area. We have now given it a new lease of life as an original high quality self-catering holiday house. We call it ‘The Studio’ as downstairs it is very much open plan with a fresh modern feel and wonderful views out over the mature gardens of Kinblethmont House.
The Chauffeurs Cottage and Studio Accommodation
The Chauffeurs Cottage - Sleeps 6/8.
Ground Floor:
Entrance Vestibule with store cupboard. Downstairs WC,Large Kitchen/diner
with oven, electric hob, dishwasher, large fridge freezer,washer/dryer,
microwave, toaster and kettle. Large Sitting room with wood-burning stove,
comfortable sofas (inc a sofa bed) and digital television. There are several
pieces of original artwork displayed in the chauffeurs cottage which are
available for sale.
Upstairs:
En suite Bedroom has large double with king size bed,
large cupboard, en-suite bathroom with shower.
Bedroom 2 has 2 single beds that can be joined to make
a super king sized bed if required. Private Bathroom - next to bedroom
2 has large shower. Bedroom 3 has 2 single beds that
can be joined to make a super king sized bed if required. Private bathroom
- next to bedroom 3 has a bath.
The Chauffeur's Cottage is well insulated with full central heating.
Unfortunately smoking or pets are not allowed.
The Studio - Sleeps 4
Ground floor:
Entrance vestibule with coat hanging area. Downstairs WC, Open plan area
with Left hand side - kitchen/diner with oven, hob, fridge with icebox,
microwave, toaster, kettle and washer/dryer. Right Hand Side - comfortable
lounge area with sofa & armchairs, television and wood burning effect
electric fire.
Upstairs:
En-suite bedroom 1 -Double bedroom with double bed and
en-suite bathroom with large shower.
En suite Bedroom 2 - Has 2 single beds that can be joined
to make a super king sized bed if required and an en-suite bathroom with
bath.The Studio is well insulated with full central heating.
Unfortunately no smoking or pets allowed.
Both cottages have their own private terraces and grassed area with outdoor seating and BBQ. They also both now have wireless internet access.The two houses can be connected to form one large house with 5 bedrooms all with private bathrooms.
The two properties can be joined if required to give a large 5 bedroom and 5 bathroom house - ideal if you are a large party or 2 families on holiday together.
The Studio and the Chauffeurs Cottage share a separate driveway from that of Kinblethmont House with their front entrances facing away from the house thus allowing a degree of privacy for both the cottages and Kinblethmont House.
Facilities
Recreation area
· Garden
Additional Facilities
· Bed Linen Provided, Extra Linen On Request
· CD and DVD Player Available
· Oil Central Heating Throughout Property
· Electric Cooker
· Electric Shaver Point
· En suite Bath/Shower Room In Unit
· Fridge
· Hot water In Unit
· Iron Available
· Mains Electricity
· Parking
· Radio
· Television
· Towels Provided
· Tumble Dryer
· Washing Machine
· Wash Hand Basin En Suite
Suitable for
· Families
· Groups
· Senior Citizens
· Singles
· Young People
Children and Infants
Children Welcome
· Highchair Available
· Cot Available
Languages Spoken
· French Speaking
· German Speaking
Type of Board
· No Food Arrangements
Dining
· Eating Out Facilities within 2 miles
Things to do
Art enthusiasts will love the original oil paintings of local
landscapes displayed on the walls. The surrounding woodland and estate
(excepting Kinblethmont house private garden) makes a wonderful extended
garden for you to explore while a short walk to the top of Kinblethmont
Hill allows spectacular views of the Angus hills and the sea.
You are spoilt for choice of things to do in the area. Within a short
drive there are
• sandy beaches at Lunan Bay and Montrose
• coastal paths & cycle paths
• championship golf courses at Carnoustie and St Andrews
• sea and river fishing
• hill walking
• historic castles at Glamis and Scone and
· Weekend Breaks
· Short Breaks
· Rocky Beach
· Dunes
· Cliffs
• award-winning visitor attractions in Dundee.
ATTRACTIONS
There are golf and sandy beaches within 10 minutes drive and the properties
are convenient for historic castles, coastal paths, fishing, bird watching
and many visitor attractions.
Sporting Adventures
If you are particularly energetic you may wish to climb in the Angus glens,
ski at Glen Shee or learn to traction Kite at Lunan Bay!
Wildlife Friendly
Nature lovers will be delighted by the wildlife around the house, woodland
birds, rabbits, hedgehogs, deer and red squirrels. 10 minutes away, Montrose
basin along with Lunan Bay is a paradise for waders and migratory birds.
Local Art
Art enthusiasts will love to come when there is an exhibition showing
in Kinblethmont Gallery. During exhibition weeks, the gallery is open
from 2pm to 4pm and offers tea and coffee.
The abbey is very impressive and it and its visitor centre are well worth a visit. A little further away is the university city of Dundee, called the city of Discovery as it berths Captain Scott's antarctic exhibition ship Discovery which is open to the public along with an excellent multi-award winning experience centre. For an evening out Dundee also offers good restaurants, theatres including the Dundee repertory theatre and the vibrant Dundee Contemporary Arts centre and cafe.
Golf
For those interested in golf you will be spoilt for choice with Letham
Grange next door and Montrose, Brechin and Carnoustie clubs within 20
minutes drive. A little further afield are St Andrews at 50 minutes away
by car and Gleneagles not much further away.
History and Culture
If culture is more your thing, why not visit Glamis castle the legendary
home of Shakespeare's Macbeth where you can visit the house and splendid
gardens, or the wild ruins of Dunnotar castle in their dramatic seaside
setting.
Location
· Coastal Location
· Property On Farm
· Rural Location
Directions
Getting there from the Information Centre
From Arbroath TIC, head along the A92 dual carriageway until you reach
the roundabout by Morrissons. Turn left up the A933 towards Brechin. After
about 2 1/2 miles you reach a small village called Colliston. Turn right
in front of the church sign posted Letham Grange.
Continue along this road until you reach a T junction, turn left and then after about 100 yards , right into Kinblethmont estate. Follow the metalled road up the hill and along until you get to a sign that says 'cottages'. Follow the sign and turn down the driveway signed 'Chauffeurs cottage and the Studio'.
Getting There by Car
From Arbroath, take the A933 road towards Brechin. At Colliston (about
2 1/2 miles) turn right before the church sign posted "Letham Grange".
Follow this road to a T junction, turn left and then right into Kinblethmont
Estate. Follow the metalled road up the hill until you get to a sign that
says 'cottages'. Follow the sign and turn down the driveway signed 'Chauffeurs
cottage and the Studio'.
Getting There by Railway
The closest station is Arbroath which is on the main London to Aberdeen
line and the Aberdeen to Glasgow line.
From Arbroath railway station car park turn left and then right onto the
A92 and head towards the Morrissons roundabout. Turn left up the A933
towards Brechin. After about 2 1/2 miles you reach a small village called
Colliston.
Turn right in front of the church sign posted Letham Grange. Continue along this road until you reach a T junction, turn left and then after about 100 yards , right into Kinblethmont estate. Follow the metalled road up the hill and along until you get to a sign that says 'cottages'. Follow the sign and turn down the driveway signed 'Chauffeurs cottage and the Studio'.
Getting there by Aeroplane
The closest airport is Dundee 25 miles, served by Scot airways (London
city and Manchester) and Flywoosh (Birmingham and Belfast). From Dundee
airport, turn right towards Dundee city centre. Follow signs for the A92
and Arbroath.
Head along the A92. Just outside Arbroath is a small roundabout next
to a McDonalds, turn left here and continue until you come to a T-junction.
Turn left and then left again onto the A933 towards Brechin.
See getting there by car/rail.
Getting There by Ferry
The closest ferry is Just North of Edinburgh at Rosyth. From Rosyth head
up the M90 towards Perth and then turn off at junction 11 onto the A90
towards Dundee. At Dundee follow signs to Forfar and Aberdeen and then
for the A92 towards Arbroath. Head along the A92.
Just outside Arbroath is a small roundabout next to a McDonalds, turn
left here and continue until you come to a T-junction. Turn left and then
left again onto the A933 towards Brechin.
See getting there by car/rail.
Transportation facilities
· Private Car Space
· Cycle Hire Nearby
· Free Parking On-Site
About Angus
Angus is a beautiful, peaceful county of fertile rolling countryside enclosed
by heather covered mountains and unspoilt white sand beaches.
The local town is the old fishing town of Arbroath, famed for its Arbroath
smokies which can be seen being hot smoked in the traditional manner at
the picturesque harbour. The dominant feature of the town is Arbroath
Abbey which is the home of the declaration of Arbroath where the 14th
century Scottish earls and barons declared "...for so long as a hundred
of us remain alive, we will yield in no way to English dominion..."
Perhaps that is why the Arbroath townsfolk tend to be SNP supporters.
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