Claypotts Cottage

Sleeps 2-6
3 bedrooms
3 bathrooms ( 2 en-suite)
Private riverside hot tub
Full concierge service
Easy walking access
Spring water supply
Secure dog-friendly riverside garden
1hr from Balmoral
'Dark Sky' location
Pub grub 5min, nearest shop 15min
IN BRIEF

Romantic riverside historic highland cottage with a private hot tub, full concierge service, and canopied beds, sleeping from two to six people, 7 minutes drive from the Cairngorm National Park, 1.5 hours north of Edinburgh or 2 hours from Glasgow.

DESCRIPTION

Nestling in the heart of an ancient monastic estate beloved by Queen Victoria in beautiful Glenisla, in mountainous scenery, a few minutes drive from the Cairngorm National Park, with its garden on the bank of the River Isla, this sunny 18th century cottage is newly restored to a luxurious standard with the little extras of power showers and large heated towel rails, and of course a woodburning stove.

Full of history and legend yet only 90 minutes from Edinburgh, one of Europe’s great cities, with its World Heritage sites and famous International Festival, and 35 minutes from fantastic cashmere, kilt, artisan and gourmet food shopping, Glenisla has something to offer in every season of the year and this luxury holiday cottage is a wonderful place to stay – with so much to do, you will be spoilt for choice. The layout of the cottage with an ensuite king-sized bedroom downstairs makes it very cosy when rented by a couple and also perfect for the less mobile guest. Catering to any level using local organic produce is available from our estate chef. Wicked puddings a speciality. Please see the Catering section for details.
With its central location and lots of space, Claypotts is a perfect base for exploring Scotland. Whether you prefer a relaxed holiday, or an active one, the options at Claypotts are many and varied. There are not only numerous activities and places to see both on and off the estate but because we try to do everything to make your holiday a happy one, we provide a full concierge service. Close to the King’s and Queen Mother’s Balmoral and Glamis Castles, there is outstanding wildlife viewing (it is a hot spot for rare red squirrels), on and off road cycling, riding and sporting activities along with wonderful gourmet and artisan food shopping, world famous whisky distilleries and tours, and the chance to have your own bespoke Highland Games and your own personal piper. Why not go clay pigeon shooting or on a wildlife photographic safari on the estate, skiing (35 minutes to the most extensive skiing in the UK) or golfing (30 courses including St Andrews, Carnoustie and Gleneagles within 75 minutes). There is superb walking at all levels from the door, through a profusion of wildflowers (part of the glen is a wildflower reserve), or along woodland paths to the Fairy Glen, and the high tops. There are 12 Munros within l hour’s drive. Please refer to our Sporting and our Adventures sections.

Best of all, this is a place to find peace and focus on wellness: there are beautiful, rare lichens on our trees that grow only in unpolluted places. For 300 years the monks tended their cattle at Brewlands, put their beehives on the flowering heather and brewed ale from the pure springs which still feed the house today. The estate is so famous for its wild raspberries that the National Botanic Gardens at Kew collected seeds recently from within 500 metres of Claypotts Cottage and have stored them in the World Seed Bank, located in an ice cave in Svalbard in Arctic Norway. They form part of global efforts to protect the environment against natural or manmade disasters. Do read our Environment and Wellness >section for more about our extraordinary wildlife and wild flowers here at Brewlands.

There is good pub food 5 minutes away and drives through magnificent scenery lead to lots of excellent restaurants including the Fife Arms in Braemar. Braemar is the home of the most famous Highland Games in the world, attended every year by the Royal Family. Also try the excellent new restaurant The Fish Shop, in the charming village of Ballater beside Balmoral, where many of the local shops have large royal warrant signs above their doors.

The cottage is convenient for Glenshee skiing in the winter. In spring wander through the daffodils in the garden to the sounds of snow melt in the river and continuous birdsong. Hire road or mountain bikes from the estate and cycle round the glen or on the excellent tracks or arrange clay pigeon shooting or other sporting activities (wild brown trout fishing on the River Isla included in the rent). Glenisla is entirely organic.  Walk the 500 yards from your door to the Fairy Glen, then along the woodland paths past the ruins of a Pictish village to the wild heathery mountain tops beyond, from which there are 360° views for 40 miles.

This picturesque Highland cottage has a large, pretty sitting room with a woodburning stove. The modern, sunny kitchen has everything you might need and has a dining area with a French door into the garden. There is an ensuite king-sized canopied bedroom with power shower on the ground floor. Upstairs there is one twin/super king with its own bathroom (with a shower over the bath) and one ensuite twin bedroom with power shower and canopied beds. All have wonderful views and the sounds of the river and its bird life. All bedrooms have electric blankets and extra-long beds.

The spacious garden with private hot tub alongside the riverbank is fully enclosed so very safe for dogs. There is a seating area with table and chairs, and a barbeque. Babysitting can be arranged which is a great bonus if you want to go out for the evening. We can provide you with our own eggs, freshly baked bread or a Birthday cake, or have supper ready for your arrival. We can also arrange surprises like Champagne and chocolates. See the Adventures section.
CLAYPOTTS COTTAGE IN DETAIL
  • Sleeps 2 – 6:  Discounts may be available for 2 people off season
  • Bedrooms – 3 (1 king, 1 king/twin, 1 twin)
  • Bathrooms – 3 (2 ensuite)
  • Private hot tub for 3 on the riverbank
  • Full concierge service
  • Woodburning stove
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • 2 well behaved dogs welcome
  • TV/DVD
  • LED lights on dimmers
  • Off road parking
  • Spring water supply
  • Babysitting/shopping/laundry available
  • Electric central heating using renewable power.
  • Partial or full catering including freezer cooking using organic ingredients to any level by our estate chef by arrangement
  • Good pub 5 minutes, lots of good restaurants in the area
  • Barbeque, garden furniture
  • Enclosed large dog friendly garden
  • Easy walking access
  • Collection from airport/stations/walks
  • Double oven
  • Microwave
  • Cafetiere
  • Fridge freezer
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine/dryer
  • Electric blankets
  • Bathrobes 
  • Cot and high chair available
  • Stair gate
  • Books, toys, games including outdoor 
  • Masseuse and beauty therapist nearby
  • Sorry – no smoking or vaping
  • Saturday – Saturday rentals
  • Shops
    • good community shop 15 minutes in Kirkmichael
    • 25 minutes Alyth (good butcher)
    • 30 minutes Blairgowrie – Large Tesco, Sainsburys, fish shops (Spinks, 01250873287), butcher (Wendy Donald 01250 870358) Cornerstone Deli 01250 798151)
    • Pitlochry and House of Bruar gourmet and artisan food, restaurants, cashmere and tartan shopping.
    • For (very ) local organic vegetables contact Adrien before you arrive on 07400137137 or at Rottal vegetable garden – he will deliver to your door, given enough notice.
    • Tesco, Sainsburys, Asda, Morrison’s and Majestic Wine deliver to the house
  • Bagpiper for special occasions
  • Golf – 30 courses within 1.5 hours including the championship courses at St Andrews, Carnoustie and Gleneagles
  • Fishing/rod hire and tuition – see sporting section of the website
  • Wildlife safaris and photography tours on the estate – see sporting section of the website
  • Country sports, shooting and fishing – see sporting section of the website
  • Clay pigeon shooting on the estate
  • Mountain and road bike hire (in Pitlochry) with very quiet roads and excellent tracks
  • Off roading, water sports and adventure centre in the area.
  • Ski hire and skiing at Glenshee – 35 minutes  
  • Walks – beautiful ones to any level –from the door or further afield
  • Excellent hill walking – guides available.  12 Munros within 1 hour
  • The long distance Cateran walking Trail passes through the estate
  • Fishing on the riverbank for wild brown trout included in the rent
  • Private Highland Games available
  • Private whisky tastings with the CEO of a famous distillery.  Our chef can arrange a menu of the finest Scottish produce to go with the whiskies
  • Dark skies location. The northern lights are sometimes visible from the hot tub.
  • Massage and beauty therapist Kirstie at All About You in Blairgowrie, 01250 798400. Should you prefer, she may be able to come to the house.
CHECK AVAILABILITY & BOOK
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Claypotts Cottage is rented out year-round.  Rental periods are Saturday to Saturday; arrival 4 pm and departure at 10 am. Two well behaved dogs welcome. Short breaks may be available in low and mid season.  Up to 4 nights 80% of the weekly price, 5 – 7 nights 100%. Discounts for 2 or 4 people using 1 or 2 bedrooms may be available low and mid season. First £40 of fuel included per full week booking, £20 of fuel included in a shorter break.

MAP
Claypotts Cottage is located in a peaceful, rural location. Most guests find what3words to be the most accurate way of navigating to the front door of the house. The what3words code for the lodge is: fantastic.tenure.quicksand (click here to navigate using what3words).

A WARM WELCOME AWAITS

*****

“Amazing setting ideal for exploring all that Scotland has to offer.”

Alexander, airbnb Review, 2023

*****

“The staff take care of you like family: can’t wait to return next year.”

Lazaan, airbnb Review, 2023

*****

“This is our fourth stay at Brewlands Estate and we have loved every one of them.”

Karen, airbnb Review, 2023

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Terms & Conditions of Rental

Brewlands Farms (The Owner) arrange bookings of accommodation and sport. Your booking should be for holiday purposes only unless otherwise agreed in writing. These properties must not be used for party purposes, weddings or filming without prior written agreement. If such a usage is agreed, a facility fee will be charged. The cost of any breakages, losses or excessively heavy cleaning required will be charged. A Facility Fee will be payable for a function or party where the numbers using the property exceed the capacity the house can sleep. Your contract is between you and the Owner of the property and is subject to the following conditions.
(Nothing in these conditions affects your statutory rights).

PERSONAL DETAILS

Information you provide will be forwarded to the Manager of the property who may contact you with regard to your forthcoming booking.

YOUR HOLIDAY HOUSE

You may arrive at your accommodation after 18.00 hrs on the start date of your holiday and you must have vacated the property by 10.00 hrs on your final day. If you anticipate being much later than 18.00 hrs, please contact the person whose details you will have been supplied with 24 hours in advance to let them know and to make alternative arrangements to collect the key. If you fail to do so you may be unable to gain access to the property.
If you develop Covid while on the estate and require to stay put to isolate, you will be liable for the rent for the period you remain.

You agree to keep the house clean and tidy and to leave the house in a similar condition of cleanliness to when you arrive. Any additional cleaning of the property, following your departure, beyond the normal amount reasonably required, may be charged as extra and deducted from your credit card. See enclosed Booking Procedure.

The numbers in your party must never exceed the stated house capacity for entertainment or accommodation in either the house or grounds except by written prior agreement. If clients exceed this, they may be asked to vacate the property immediately and the full rent will be forfeited.

If you have written permission to bring a dog with you, please observe the individual house regulations contained in the in-house information pack. For all houses dogs must not be allowed either upstairs or on soft furnishings and if a dog is found to have been left unattended in a property a charge of £100 will be made. All dog faeces must be removed from the garden or immediate surrounding area. No dogs are allowed into Brewlands Lodge under any circumstances. If any dog is found to have been inside Brewlands Lodge, a charge of £100 will be made.

Absolutely no guns are allowed on Brewlands Estate without the prior written agreement of the Owner. Any gun brought onto the Estate without written permission will be held in the keeper’s locked gun safe until the end of your stay and no access will be given. This is by the strict orders of the local police.

If any of the furniture in the drawing room at Wester Brewlands Lodge is moved by the guests a fine of £500 will be levied.

The Owner shall be allowed the right to enter the property at all reasonable times for purposes of inspection or to carry out any necessary repairs or maintenance.

The Owner’s staff have no authority to vary the Terms and Conditions of trading and no telephone or other conversations, description or opinion, albeit in good faith, shall be held to alter the Owner’s printed matter.

You agree that any photos taken by our staff of activities in which you may participate may be used by the Estate for promotional purposes.

SMOKING

Please do not abuse the no smoking regulations at the houses. If this is breached the owner will charge the cost of soft furnishing and carpet cleaning. E cigarettes are not permitted inside.

YOUR BOOKING

You must be 21 years or over when you book the accommodation.

We have the right to refuse any booking prior to the issuing of any confirmation in writing. When you receive your confirmation, you must check all the details carefully for accuracy and contact us immediately if you find any discrepancy.

RENTALS AND CHARGES

In order to secure a booking, you need to make a deposit payment of 50% of the total rental plus a booking fee. Dogs £35 per dog. We will hold a provisional booking for 3 days, pending receipt of your deposit payment, but do not guarantee that the house will still be available at the end of the 3 day period. On receipt of your deposit, booking fee and any other relevant charges we will confirm your booking in writing.

You are then responsible for the balance of the rental, which is due no later than 12 weeks prior to your arrival. If your holiday date is within the 12-week period, you are required to pay the full Rental at the time of booking. For bookings made within 2 weeks prior to arrival the rental must be paid by direct bank transfer.

All incidental expenses, e.g., cooking, heating fuel or activity charges, must be paid in full either during the holiday or prior to departure. Any charges left unpaid will be taken from the client’s credit card.

Your credit card details will be taken by us on your arrival. Your card will be used for payment of all extras and for any damage you incur during your stay. The details will be destroyed 21 days after the end of your stay, subject to the property being left clean, tidy and without damage. In the event of a dispute the decision of the housekeeper or person responsible for preparing the property will be final.

Bed linen will be changed once per week. Outwith that if it is intended that some guests will stay for only part of the accommodation period and be replaced by others (a “changeover”), then there will be a pre-arranged changeover cost per room. If a changeover takes place which has not been pre-arranged a charge of £50 per room will be levied. Any additional cost identified as wi-fi calling is chargeable and will be billed at the end of your stay.

CHANGES TO RESERVATIONS BY YOU

Should you wish to change your reservation once we have issued a confirmation to you we may have to treat this as a cancellation of the booking which would then be subject to cancellation charges which may be as much as the total amount paid. We will advise you if this is the case and you will have the option to continue with the first reservation. Should we be able to transfer your booking to another property there will be an administration fee.

RESERVATION CANCELLATION OR ADJUSTMENT BY US

We hope that we do not have to either cancel or adjust your booking in any way: however, if unforeseen problems did occur, we would contact you immediately to discuss any proposed cancellation or adjustment. If the circumstances affect your desired property, we will endeavour to find you alternative and similar accommodation on Brewlands Estate at a similar rental. If the alternative is unacceptable to you, or the rental more than you wish to pay, we will refund all of your original rental deposit.
Except where otherwise expressly stated in these Conditions, the Owner shall not be liable for changes beyond our control.

CANCELLATION BY YOU

If you have to cancel your reservation you must telephone the Owner on the number shown on your booking confirmation as soon as the reason for the cancellation occurs. You must also confirm your cancellation by email. The day on which we receive the written cancellation is the day on which your reservation is cancelled.

Deposits and balances are non-refundable in the event of a cancellation. Please note that should you cancel your booking prior to the balance due date, the full amount still remains payable by you. If we are able to re-let the holiday subsequent to your cancellation the balance alone will be refunded minus an administration fee of £100. We advise that you ensure that your holiday insurance covers you for this.

COMPLAINTS

We hope that you will not have any cause for complaint but in the event of a problem arising, and should you have cause for complaint, you must, in the first instance, contact the manager of the property immediately so that any problem may be speedily resolved, as the manager must be given the opportunity to rectify the problem. Some problems are very easily rectified if notified. If, after this, you feel that the problem has not been resolved then you must, within 7 days of the end of your holiday, put your complaint in writing to The Owner for their comments and response. Please send your letter to us marked Customer Relations.

Brewlands Farms take great care that the information they provide is accurate. However, they cannot be held responsible for any inaccuracies or for their judgement of the qualities of the properties or of the amenities in the area.
We reserve the right to ask clients to leave without the rent being refunded in the event of inappropriate behaviour towards our staff or wilful damage to property or contents or the estate.

LIABILITY

In signing the booking form, you agree to indemnify us against all loss and damage arising directly or indirectly to the property and its contents from any deliberate or negligent act or omission by yourself, or any other person or animal accompanying you or any member of your party. You agree to use Brewlands Farms and its facilities at your sole risk. Brewlands Farms and its staff are not liable, under any circumstances whatsoever (including their negligence or the negligence of their employees) for any loss or damage to any belongings, nor injuries sustained by you or any member of your party. You are liable if you do any illegal file sharing of copyrighted content such as music or film from our internet.

LAW

The contract between you and the Owner is subject to Scots Law and is formed in Brewlands, Glenisla, Perthshire, Scotland.
If there shall be a breach of any of these conditions, the Owner reserves the right to re-enter the property and terminate the tenancy without prejudice to the other rights and remedies of the owners.