A lovingly Restored Blacksmith's Cottage

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A wooden rocking chair with a floral cushion, a small table with a woven basket, and a potted plant with purple flowers.
A cozy room with two plaid chairs, a wooden table with a tray of breakfast items, and a view of a garden through large windows.
A stone house with a car parked in front, surrounded by snow.
A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, and a wall-mounted light fixture.
A well-lit dining area with a wooden table set for breakfast, including plates, cups, and a newspaper.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Games
    A rare find - enjoy a variety of games available on-site.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Dog-friendly
  • Toys
  • Barbecue grill
  • Electric vehicle charging point
  • Breakfast for a fee

Explore the area

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Kirkmichael, Scotland
  • Place, Cairngorms National Park
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Edradour Distillery
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Place, Pitlochry Festival Theatre
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Airport, Dundee (DND)
    ‪57 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Ensuite shower room

Toilet · Shower only

Master Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Blairgowrie

Located in Blairgowrie, this cottage is in the mountains and on a river. Blair Athol Distillery and Pitlochry Power Station and Dam are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Cairngorms National Park and Auchintaple Loch. Kayaking and rafting offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain climbing and cycling nearby.
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Kirkmichael, Scotland

What's nearby

  • Cairngorms National Park - 15 min drive - 15.3 km
  • Edradour Distillery - 21 min drive - 21.5 km
  • Pitlochry Golf Club - 23 min drive - 23.8 km
  • Blair Athol Distillery - 24 min drive - 25.8 km
  • Pitlochry Festival Theatre - 25 min drive - 25.4 km

Getting around

  • Pitlochry Blair Atholl Station - 25 min drive
  • Dundee (DND) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mervat's Village Gallery & Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Kirkmichael Hotel - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Glenshee Cafe & Gift Shop - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Lair - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Strathardle Inn - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is A lovingly Restored Blacksmith's Cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at A lovingly Restored Blacksmith's Cottage?

As of 9 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at A lovingly Restored Blacksmith's Cottage on 23 Nov 2026 start from £299, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at A lovingly Restored Blacksmith's Cottage?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at A lovingly Restored Blacksmith's Cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A lovingly Restored Blacksmith's Cottage?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is A lovingly Restored Blacksmith's Cottage located?

Located on a river, this family-friendly cottage is within 12 mi (20 km) of Cairngorms National Park, Auchintaple Loch and Rob Roy Way - North. Pitlochry Golf Club and Edradour Distillery are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Smithy cottage has everything you require .There’s a pub across the road and a little shop next door.Pitlochry and Blairgowrie are both about 12 miles away .Give Braemar a little look as well … lovely drive up there .Thanks again Rachael and Mark … we would certainly use you again .
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Cottage

We loved staying here! We were here for a month and enjoyed reconnecting as a family and sightseeing. Thank you Rachael and Mark for a lovely stay!
Stayed 31 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cosy village retreat

Friendly hosts very comfortable and clean convenient location lovely garden
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful cottage well appointed and welcoming. Loved the fresh ness of the bedding and towels. The log burner was perfect when it got cooler. Loved it looking forward to our next trip back!
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short trip with friends

Lovely quiet place
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent stay in beautiful place

Excellent property equipped with everything you could want. A lovely cottage and Mark and Rachel were very friendly and helpful. Would recommend it to anyone.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jun 2022
Thank you so much for your kind review! Hope to see you all again in the future... Rachael & Mark
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Recommend and will stay again!

Lovely relaxed couple to deal with Loved the property and brilliant location to walk and explore further field Very comfortable beds Really was a home from home Thank you Mark and Rachel
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Denise

Good location for visiting other places. Excellent dog walks. Cottage very comfortable and well equipped
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely cottage

Lovely cottage conveniently located in the gateway to the Highlands. We used the cottage as a springboard to all the places we wanted to visit; Perth, Pitlochry, St. Andrews, Balmoral, etc. Great location for accessing hiking opportunities as well.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Holiday

This is the most perfect cottage. It is very well maintained and has pretty much everything you need. The owners live very close so if we needed anything they were very helpful. Would definitely recommend it
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful in every way

This former Blacksmith Cottage has been transformed into a beautiful location. Everything we needed was there with all the modern conveniences. Rachael spoiled us with treats and was available anytime we needed her.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good location

Lovely well equipped property, responsive hosts,comfy beds, good location. As it is a restored old cottage you have to be careful not to hit your head on the sloping ceilings. Only small comment is that the conservatory needs to be cleaned. Otherwise a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely

We had a lovely time at the cottage, visiting lots of lovely places around and about, the cottage was really nice, we had BBQs in the garden and on a night when it was a bit chilly we sat with the log burner on making it lovely and cosy...as with another review the only criticism is that the conservatory really needed a clean
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Aug 2023
Thank you so much for your review. We have taken on board your comments about our conservatory. It has been given some extra special attention recently and is looking really fresh and bright now.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Stay at Smithy Cottage

Smithy Cottage is a perfect place to stay for a small family or group of friends that want to explore Scotland. It is very cozy and comfortable. The location is only a short drive from the A9 and you are able to easily go in any direction to explore. There’s a small shop next door that is great for getting a drink or small snack. The cottage is well fitted to be able to cook every day too. The garden is so green and lovely. Very quiet village. We loved our stay and the hosts Rachael and Mark are fantastic! We highly recommend and hope to be back one day!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was wonderful! We had flight delays and got in later than expected, but the lockbox was no problem to get in. My 6yr old daughter loved exploring the secret garden and the corner store had odds and ends but a trip to the larger Co-op got everything for breakfast and dinners in. The driveway was a little tricky to get out of but traffic was always pretty slow. This was a great place to set out from each day and we loved having the fire which was pre-set for an easy start when we arrived. If you’re looking for a quiet out of the way place, this is it!
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy cottage

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Smithy cottage. At first we were taken aback by its location in the centre of the village, yet the cottage was quite private as it was tucked below a bridge, and the village was very quiet. The Village shop next door was a great convenience, and we enjoyed forest and hill walks every day, as there were many trails nearby. The cottage itself had lots of character, with a lovely sun porch, and great view from the counter and stools in the kitchen. It was tastefully decorated .and had all required amenities. We did suggest that the saucepans could do with replacing,, but the kitchen was well equipped otherwise. The driveway was a bit tricky getting in and out, but despite this, we would highly recommend this cottage for rentals, and would happily stay there again if we are ever back this way. Thanks Rachael and Mark, for your hospitality and welcome gifts! It was a pleasure dealing with you! Heather and John
Stayed 10 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean. Very relaxing. Helpful hosts. Great location for travelling to other places.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Familienurlaub

Sehr schöner Urlaub in einem liebevoll hergerichteten Cottage
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic!! Highly recommend.

We had a fantastic 3 night stay. The owner's were lovely, very communicative & excellent to deal with. The cottage is well appointed & so spacious. We were expecting a tiny cottage with small rooms but found a spacious haven which was immaculate. We're already planning our next stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely cottage

We had a lovely stay here. The Cottage was lovely, clean and warm. The description is very accurate. The area is very beautiful. Mark and Rachael were great hosts.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Can't wait to come back

We had a wonderful stay at Smithy Cottage. The personal touches that Mark and Rachael made to our stay was much appreciated. Location wise it had it all for us and some really good walks (for the dog) right on your doorstep as well as a friendly and local Village Shop and Pub. The cottage had everything that you need from the kitchen to keeping entertained if it happens to rain. A real home from home.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend break

Smithy cottage is beautiful and very well equipped with a lovely dog friendly garden. Rachel and Mark were very attentive hosts. Looking forward to returning on March2022
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location, lovely cottage

Perfectly situated between Pitlochry and Blairgowrie, lovely private cottage with great welcome from owners, 100% recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Smith Cottage, home from home.

Recently returned home from a weeks holiday at Smithy Cottage with my family. The cottage is very well equipped and furnished to an exceptionally high standard. The grounds are exquisite and our dog enjoyed exploring the secret garden. The cottage is well situated to visit a wide and varied number of attractions including Balmoral and Loch Ness. Mark & Rachael are fantastic hosts, and very welcoming. As a family we can’t recommend Smithy Cottage enough and hope to return sometime in the very near future.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A delightful cottage. Highly recommended

A real home from home. Rachel and Mark are excellent hosts and their welcome was very warm and friendly. They left a welcome basket with some delicious treats as well as the essentials of bread and milk. The cottage suited our needs perfectly and is well-stocked for self-catering and extremely comfortable. There is plenty to do in the area and we had a fantastic week here.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
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