A lovingly Restored Blacksmith's Cottage

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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 693.0 sq m

Popular amenities

Dryer
Washer
Barbecue grill
Fireplace
Breakfast available
Parking available

Explore the area

Kirkmichael, Scotland

Bells Blair Athol Distillery
‪15 min drive‬
Pitlochry Festival Theatre
‪17 min drive‬
Blair Castle
‪28 min drive‬
Perth, Scotland (PSL)
‪52 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

About this property

Smithy Cottage is a lovingly restored former 18th Century Blacksmith's cottage. The Cottage is situated in the quiet village of Kirkmichael in the heart of Highland Perthshire. Surrounded by stunning scenery, the River Ardle, busy towns only a short drive away. The Cottage has a peaceful, well-established garden and private parking. The village shop and two local pubs are within easy walking distance.

Property manager

Mark & Rachael Wood

Languages

English, French

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Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Outdoor space

Breakfast available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

No Stag/Hen Parties No Contract Workers

Important information

You need to know

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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

Property Registration Number Smithy Cottage has property EPC Rating E Scotland Short Term Let Licence Number: PK11569F Important note: Every self-catering property in Scotland must now meet rigorous health and safety standards and apply to have a licence to operate. Smithy Cottage, Kirkmichael is licensed with Perth & Kinross Council.

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A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Blairgowrie

Located in Blairgowrie, this cottage is in the mountains and on a river. Bells 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. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Kirkmichael, Scotland

What's nearby

Edradour Distillery - 13 min drive - 17.8 km
Bells Blair Athol Distillery - 15 min drive - 20.7 km
Pitlochry Festival Theatre - 17 min drive - 21.9 km
Fish Ladder - 18 min drive - 22.1 km
Blair Castle - 28 min drive - 33.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

‪Kirkmichael Hotel - ‬1 min walk
‪Mervat's Village Gallery & Cafe - ‬10 min drive

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.

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).

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

8/10 Good

Denise E.

8 May 2025

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

10/10 Excellent

Miriam H.

27 August 2024

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

10/10 Excellent

Rod R.

17 August 2024

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

10/10 Excellent

Anne L.

31 May 2024

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

Short trip with friends

Lovely quiet place

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin Alissa N.

16 May 2024

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

10/10 Excellent

Rosamund and Hugh P.

7 April 2024

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

10/10 Excellent

Melissa M.

7 September 2023

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

10/10 Excellent

Sharon P.

7 August 2023

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

10/10 Excellent

Elmar S.

19 July 2023

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

Familienurlaub

Sehr schöner Urlaub in einem liebevoll hergerichteten Cottage

Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy G.

19 June 2023

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

10/10 Excellent

Heather H.

18 May 2023

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

10/10 Excellent

Ian F.

15 November 2022

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

10/10 Excellent

Jane L.

31 October 2022

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

10/10 Excellent

Kelly B.

1 August 2022

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

10/10 Excellent

Lynda D., newcastle upon tyne

4 June 2022

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

10/10 Excellent

Mary K.

25 November 2021

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

10/10 Excellent

Vaughn R.

10 November 2021

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

10/10 Excellent

Paul G.

10 October 2021

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

10/10 Excellent

Linda H.

12 August 2021

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

10/10 Excellent

Arthur K.

18 July 2021

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

Lovely cottage in a very nice village

Perfect location in the Perthshire Highlands for hillwalking, dog walking and general chilling. We went to both village pubs and had two very nice meals. The house was very comfortable, and the garden nice to chill in. It's a traditional cottage refurbished to modern standards. The hosts live nearby. They were very welcoming and made sure we had everything we needed. A brilliant spot for a holiday

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Laura R.

5 June 2021

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

simply amazing

the cottage is stunning ( with a human touch in every single detail) the location is beautiful and the owners the best! mark & rachael made our stay the best possible. cannot wait to come back! laura & family

Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Susan P.

27 July 2020

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

Lovely cottage in a beautiful location

We had a warm and friendly welcome from the owners and the cottage was spotlessly clean and recently refurbished with lots of thoughtful features such a as eggs, bread, wine, shortbread and milk left for us to use. The location is very convenient next to the community shop and opposite the Kirkmichael bar! Beautiful walks from the doorstep and many interesting places to visit including Braemar, Linnh of Dee, Pitlochry, Dunkeld, Glamis Castle and House of Bruar. The cottage gardens are pretty and sunny. We were a party of 5 adults and 3 dogs and found the cottage very spacious. We would recommend this cottage to anybody and thoroughly enjoyed our stay.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Joe M.

24 September 2019

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

About the host

Hosted by Mark & Rachael Wood

Smithy Cottage is owned and run by the Wood Family - Mark, Rachael and their son, Frederick. We only live a short distance away in the same village and are on hand to give local information and insights on visitor attractions and how to live like a local!

Why they chose this property

We spent around a year lovingly restoring Smithy Cottage to the highest standard of accommodation ready for visitors to beautiful Highland Perthshire. Everything in the cottage is new and fully restored whilst keeping the character of the original Blacksmith's Cottage. There is a large, mature garden with plenty of space for eating out of doors and relaxing to the sound of the River Ardle which runs past the garden.

What makes this property unique

Smithy Cottage is located in a peaceful rural village, yet still enjoys the amenities of a village shop, cafe and pubs. It's only 20 minutes' drive to either Pitlochry or Blairgowrie for a larger range of shops and restaurants. The cottage is also within easy distance of larger cities for day trips such as Edinburgh, Glasgow and Dundee.

Languages:

English, French

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Popular amenities

Explore the area

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 3

Master Bedroom

2 bathrooms

Ensuite shower room

Master Bathroom

Spaces

About this property