Beautifully Renovated Stone Cottage Secluded In a valley With Stunning Views

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4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9

Popular amenities

Dryer
Fireplace
Washer
Parking available
Kitchen
Barbecue grill

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Dunalastair, Perthshire

Tay Forest Park
‪4 min drive‬
Loch Tummel
‪6 min drive‬
Schiehallion
‪20 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 Crib

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Shower room 1

Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen

Garden

About this property

Moulin Vaddie is surrounded by mountains, lochs, burns and forests. Fantastic walks to deep pools in burns to swim in that can all be reached from the back door of the cottage. Other activities include rock climbing, boating and there is a tennis court 2 miles away for shared use with other holiday cottages. The cottage is reached by a mystical access road through the wild forest and allows guests to adjust to the utter wilderness while watching wild birds, deer and hares. You can enjoy the complete silence and the never ending views, climb monroes from the doorstep or simply just relax in the walled garden. The property is surrounded by fields which make for good team sports. There is a swing in the trees opposite and a burn nearby providing endless activities for children. The cottage was recently restored to impeccable and comfortable standards with all modern conveniences and boasts 2 Jetmaster fireplace, the one in the bar is an indoor barbecue.

Property manager

fiona venter

Languages

English

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Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

No fireworks

Pets

Pets allowed: limit 2 total

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 12

Note from host: no fireworks

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Pitlochry

Located in Pitlochry, this cottage is in a rural area and in the mountains. Mains of Taymouth Golf Course and Blair Atholl Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Canyoning Scotland and Bolfracks Garden. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby rafting, or enjoy the great outdoors with hunting, hiking and cycling.

Dunalastair, Perthshire

What's nearby

Tay Forest Park - 4 min drive - 4.4 km
Queen’s View Centre - 4 min drive - 4.4 km
Loch Tummel - 6 min drive - 7.0 km
The House of Bruar - 15 min drive - 19.9 km
Schiehallion - 20 min drive - 12.6 km

Getting around

Pitlochry Station - 21 min drive
Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 116 min drive

Restaurants

‪Monadh Dining - ‬5 min drive
‪Schiehallion Bar - ‬7 min drive
‪Riverbank Cafe - ‬5 min drive
‪Treats cafe, gifts & local arts - ‬5 min drive
‪Morcant Holiday Caravan Tummel Valley - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautifully Renovated Stone Cottage Secluded In a valley With Stunning Views pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Beautifully Renovated Stone Cottage Secluded In a valley With Stunning Views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautifully Renovated Stone Cottage Secluded In a valley With Stunning Views?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beautifully Renovated Stone Cottage Secluded In a valley With Stunning Views located?

Situated in the mountains, this cottage is 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Tay Forest Park and 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Queen’s View Centre. Loch Tummel and Schiehallion are also within 9 miles (15 km).

9.6

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9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

8/10 Good

Karen G.

15 October 2024

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Our highland stay

We did enjoy our stay at the cottage. Getting there is not for the fainthearted. In fact it was too much for one couple and they chose to book themselves into a hotel in Pitlochry rather than face the drive down the mile long dirt track. The other two couples stayed for our full time there. There were some enchanting things about the cottage, the scenery was first class. The house itself was comfortable but the bathrooms weere all lacking. The first had no heat, the second bathroom desperately needed a new shower curtain and the shower room had smold in the showe stall. The living room and kitchen was well stocked with all we needed for cooking. There was plenty of firewood. One we got to grips with the heating, we found the three bedrooms upstairs comfortable and clean. Be prepared to move cows as you go through the 5 gates on the way. The changing light, heard of deer, cows and sheep were fascinating and fun.

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

julien p.

26 August 2024

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

Très bel endroit calme avec cottage agréable

Endroit calme et reposant

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fiona M.

5 August 2024

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

we had the best week!

the whole family group felt it was a privilege to stay somewhere so beautiful and close to nature. it was just perfect for our group aged 7 up to 67, the kids and big kids played in the stream, on the swings under the trees, trekking the hills behind before bedtime, kayaking in the loch down in the village or trekking to the top of schiehallion, finally getting some breeze in the hot sunshine. not just the walks but the enclosed garden and the enclosed field in front of us, empty of cattle or sheep was perfect for the dogs during our stay. very relaxing house, easy to cook supper or barbecue indoors while the family played darts in the snug room. we'd all recommend the place to others, the 15 minute drive from the house to the road was always an adventure where my grandson liked to be gatekeeper, the cows are so chilled watching us. we all loved our stay. we had a problem with the dishwasher and it was exchanged the same day, excellent maintenance team.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shelley B.

5 June 2024

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

Perfect for us

This property was perfect for seven adults from America who wanted a central location and a taste of rural Scotland. The property is remote enough for peace and quiet, but close enough that we could take daily excursions in all directions. Our 5 night stay was perfect.

Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca J.

24 October 2023

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

Lovely cottage in beautiful location

Cosy but spacious cottage, perfect for a getaway with friends. We had a lovely time, thanks!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Don W.

25 September 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Disliked: Location

Extremely Remote

The home was clean and cozy, but the narrow trail to get there, especially after the daily rain was muddy and slippery. Because of the livestock, three gates had to be open and shut coming and going from the house; not a big deal if it would have been dry weather. The house met our needs, just a little out of the way for our daily travel plans.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Carsten W.

31 August 2023

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

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Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle I., USA

2 June 2023

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

Scotland Vacation

Was amazing...out in the middle of no where and just what we needed after hours of fun!

Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Zoe A.

17 April 2023

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

We loved our stay and just being able to get outdoors and explore was great

We loved the location and quirkiness of the cottage. We loved getting out and exploring the fields and history with the kids. It's something we don't get to do very often in the real world. Will definitely be keeping it in mind to book again.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

karine H.

7 November 2022

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

Very remote and beautiful place

The place is very special being remote in the middle of the mountain

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lorna C.

25 September 2022

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

idyllic location

This property was ideal for a getaway. It did have an isolated location but the views were worth it- simply stunning. The cottage was comfortable and our dogs loved running around. Some of the reviews mentioned how bad the track was- this was not the case it was a farm track, of course it will be a bit bumpy in places but completely passable. We loved spotting the wildlife as we drove along.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dennis F.

8 July 2022

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

Beautiful Loaction

I was looking for a secluded cottage close to a village; this property filled those requirements. Just an amazing location.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

emily h.

13 April 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Beautiful escape

Such a wonderful location for a escape from it all! Fiona was very quick to respond to any queries. There was a small problem with one of the showers and she had it fixed immediately! A lovely cosy cottage! The entrance road was a little adventure, i managed no problems in my jeep but one of the party had more of an issue in their small 2 wheel drive as it had rained and it was quite muddy but worth it when you got to the house. The place is heated using electric heaters which we found to not be very efficient though it was an unexpected cold spell in April! Bring plenty of wood for the fire, that kept us nice and toasty and was a cosy feature for the evenings

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Daniel W.

25 June 2021

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

lovely week in the middle of nowhere - bliss

A very unusual and special property - our hiking group had a wonderful stay here. The route to the cottage is down a long stony track, nobody around for literally miles. If you want escapism and beautiful scenery - you've found it

10/10 Excellent

Anne H.

14 September 2020

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

Peaceful Celebration

We visited this property to celebrate a special birthday. A wonderful escape from city life. Very remote and no tv or internet meant we properly unplugged for the weekend. The beds where comfortable and we especially enjoyed the lounge and bar areas.

8/10 Good

Bryan G.

25 August 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Brilliantly remote, with associated pros and cons

The location really is wonderful, it was great to feel so secluded and just enjoy the scenery. The house itself is nice, but needs a little TLC... we experienced a few niggles, such as one shower being too hot to be usable, an oven and a hob not working, problems with keys, that kind of thing. It's possible we were just missing some tricks, of course, but a few small things added up to a general impression. It's worth noting that there's no WiFi, and phone signal was pretty hard to come by (for us, at least). This is great if you want to get away from things, but it came as a bit of a surprise since the listing described having "all modern conveniences". It wasn't a problem for us, but it's worth bearing in mind if you require connectivity for any reason. Another note is that the charmingly-described "mystical access road" is actually a bit of a pain... a very long and rough track through farmland to get to the house. It's all part and parcel of the remoteness, of course, but I don't recommend trying it in a 2-wheel-drive with low ground clearance. One of us had a 4x4 and was fine, but it would take my Civic fifteen minutes just to get to the main road - and that's assuming we didn't have to stop to try and move any cows out of the way! Luckily we had great weather, we probably would have got stuck if the track was muddy. But if you have an appropriate car then it's no bother! Overall we found it a nice place to stay, in a fantastic setting. We wanted a get-away-from-things holiday (especially in these covid times), and it fitted the bill very well - I recommend it if that's what you're looking for.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sheila D.

2 August 2020

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

Golden Wedding Celebration

Moulin Vaddie was the perfect setting for our family celebration. It gave us the space we required, inside and out, and was very comfortable. The fire is amazing and made the main room very cosy. We have had a wonderful weekend, and even the weather was kind to us.

10/10 Excellent

ann d.

28 July 2020

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

Beautiful remote rustic home!

We felt so lucky staying in this beautiful location! Communication and directions were very clear. The house was perfectly laid out for a number of family and friends to get together. Loved it!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Alice W.

26 August 2019

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

Gemütliches Haus in herrlicher Lage

Das Haus beeindruckt durch seine Abgelegenheit mit wunderschöner Aussicht. Ein echtes Schottlanderlebnis mit Schafen und Kühen vor der Haustüre. Die Ausstattung ist sehr gut, insbesondere gibt es drei Kühlschränke und einen Gefrierschrank, so dass man Großeinkäufe gut unterbringt, denn die Einklaufsmöglichkeiten sind alle weiter weg. Die Wohn- und Schlafräume sind alle sehr liebevoll und gemütlich ausgestattet und sehr gepflegt. Es gibt ausreichend Platz, so dass sich 8 Personen nicht ständig auf die Füße treten. Besonders gut hat uns der offene Wohn-/Eßbereich mit Kamin gefallen. Toll war auch, dass ausreichend Feuerholz vorhanden war. Wir hatten sehr durchwachsenes Wetter und abends wurde es schon mal recht kühl. Die Kinder hatten viel Spass im Partyraum mit Dartscheibe. In der Küche gab es alles, was man zum Kochen braucht, leider hat uns der (neue) Induktionsherd vor einige Herausforderungen gestellt, da er häufig aus ging, insbesondere wenn man versucht hat, auf mehr als zwei Platten zu kochen. Der Kontakt mit Fiona war sehr angenehme und professionell sowohl im Vorfeld als auch vor Ort. Einzige kritische Anmerkung: Die Bäder machten im Vergleich zum restlichen Haus sämtlich leider einen nicht so gepflegten Eindruck und der Wasserdruck in der Dusche ist kaum vorhanden (ein Problem, was uns allerdings auf unserer gesamten Reise durch Großbritannien begleitet hat). Daher ist beim Duschen viel Geduld erforderlich. Trotzdem kann ich das Haus für Naturliebhaber mit Abenteuerlust, die auch einmal eine Zeit lang auf Internet verzichten können, wärmstens empfehlen und würde es jederzeit wieder buchen!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

anne d.

18 August 2019

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

Excellent séjour dans un cadre exceptionnel

Le cottage est seul au monde, au bout d'un chemin de pierre et 4 barrières à traverser. Du silence, de l'air pur et un magnifique paysage. Fiona a été très attentive et très réactive à toutes nos demandes. Le cottage est très bien équipé.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Gareth S.

3 August 2019

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

Perfect views and quiet surroundings

Lovely cottage in peaceful location with outstanding mountain views. Plenty of room for the whole family around the indoor barbecue with time to relax in the quiet garden and watch nature at it’s best. With no other house in sight you don’t need to share the views of tranquility with anyone. Great fully equipped kitchen and an assortment of music and DVDs for entertainment in the evenings. Cleanliness of property was fantastic on arrival and local shop about 15 minutes away for any essentials needed. Surrounding area is fantastic for either forest or loch walking with numerous trails for easy or strenuous level walks. Enjoy your stay as much as we did.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Leo L.

8 May 2019

Prachtig gelegen midden in de pure Schotse natuur

Heel rustig gelegen. Je wordt geabsorbeerd door de adembenemende natuur. Fantastisch uitzicht op de vallei en de achtergelegen bergen. 's Ochtends zagen we regelmatig herten zich verplaatsen van de hoger gelegen gebieden naar de lager gelegen gebieden. 's Avonds gebeurde het omgekeerde. Beslist een aanrader die houdt van rust en natuur.

Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Clare G.

21 October 2018

Just wonderful

Well Scotland is just beautiful at the best of times but good weather and this house just made our stay perfect

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2018

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Marie B., Scotland

10 December 2017

This place is magical!

I would recommend this property to anyone who wanted peace and tranquility. Set back approximately 1 mile from the main road the farmhouse is surrounded on all sides by stunning mountains, rivers and wildlife. The farmhouse itself has everything you need and is warm and comfortable. There is lots to do in the near vicinity with the local caravan site having a very reasonably priced shop and restaurant and the local village is picture perfect. My husband and I never really got over our visit and cannot wait to return. It was as if we could pause time for a week and just be! Our young son played happily in the garden surrounded by amazing scenery. We found this farmhouse to be heaven on earth. We will hopefully get married here in the future, never seen a more beautiful location.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Margaret C.

15 November 2017

Fabulous "away from it all" property

If you are looking at getting away from it all then this is the perfect cottage. No other property in sight and beautiful views. Cottage was exceptionally well equipped, and fantastic open log fire and plenty of logs included. Half an hour to Pitlochry and half an hour to Bruar if you really need retail therapy. Would certainly recommend.

About the host

Hosted by fiona venter

I am in love with Moulin Vaddie

Why they chose this property

When my daughter was 4 we wanted to share some nice mountain time with her and so we renovated this cottage from a wreck into what is adorable and so brilliant - enjoy your stays in Moulin Vaddie as they will count as your most memorable ever xx

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4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

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