Located near Kirriemuir, The Cairn is a cosy, self contained guest suite with its own entrance adjoining our home at North Lodge of Lindertis. Tastefully furnished, this one-bedroom hideaway offers a base from which to explore the Angus coast, glens and Southern Cairngorms and is just seven miles away from Glamis Castle.
The Cairn has a comfortable lounge, well-equipped kitchen, one bedroom with ensuite shower and toilet, an enclosed garden with field views and easy access to adjacent woodland.
The space
Arriving at The Cairn, guests are requested to park to the left of the gravel drive. There is security lighting on a sensor to guide guests to access the property via a side gate into a small enclosed garden with a large patio and outside seating. The feeders in our garden entice an amazing array of bird life and the area around us is home to a profusion of wildlife including deer, red squirrels, badgers and red kites. There are open field views and easy access from the driveway to a track at the side of the house. Obtaining the key from the key safe for self-check-in gives guests access into the kitchen. This is a modern, well appointed space with a breakfast bar, cooker, hob, microwave, air fryer, washing machine, iron, fridge, kettle, toaster and Nespresso coffee machine. There is a dedicated coat hanging/drying and boot storage bench area.
A low step up takes guests into a small hallway with a large wall mounted map of the area which makes for easy planning of those day trips and onward journeys. The bedroom is to the right, with a super-king or two single beds option, a hanging rail and a dressing table. The bedroom looks out onto the driveway with big field views beyond. There is an ensuite shower room and toilet with complimentary toiletries. From the kitchen, there is a small corridor with the lounge on the left. This small cosy space which we call the ‘Coo’ Room' looks out onto the garden. There is a large comfy sofa, smart TV and a tasteful highland cow theme.
As hosts we reside in a separate part of the property. There is a locked door between our living space and that of our guests and we will normally be at home should guests require anything.
Guest access
Guests can park on the gravel drive in front of the property but please keep to the left side.
There is senor activated security lighting.
The Cairn has it's own entrance, accessed by a side gate. It is mostly on one level with just a small step up from the kitchen to the bedroom and sitting room.
Guests will be sent a code for self check-in.
PLEASE NOTE: Our postcode will not bring you directly to our door on Google Maps. Full step by step directions will be provided before guests arrive.
There is a locked interior door separating our part of the house from the self- contained guest space.
Other things to note
The Cairn is well placed between Blairgowrie and Kirriemuir, approximately 1.5 miles from the main road. Whether you choose to stay for a few days, or as an overnight break on your way further North or South, there is easy access to the Cairngorms National Park, the Angus Glens and the coast. Kirriemuir is a 15 minute drive away, Blairgowrie 20 minutes. Dundee is 35 minutes away. Day trips to Glen Shee, Pitlochry, Aberfeldy, Dunkeld, Balmoral Castle, Aberdeen, St Andrews and Edinburgh are highly recommended.
For golfers, the championship courses at Blairgowrie and Carnoustie are an easy drive away. Lunan Bay and St Cyrus have lovely sandy beaches.
We cater for a maximum of 2 guests.
We can configure the bed as 1 x super king or 2 x single beds. Please let us know your preferred set up before arrival.
We currently welcome a maximum of 2 dogs at no extra charge and we don’t add a cleaning fee. We just ask that guests keep their dogs in check and be mindful of muddy paws in the property.
Car Charging: We are not able to offer electric vehicle charging at the property. For safety reasons, charging from domestic sockets is not permitted.
We do not permit smoking or vaping on the property.
Our home, North Lodge of Lindertis, has been renovated and extended over the years. It is situated on the edge of the Lindertis Estate and is one of 4 gate lodge houses. Lindertis house, now demolished, was most notably the home of Sir Hugh Munro, 4th Baronet of Lindertis. He was founder of the Scottish Mountaineering Society and gave his name to 'The Munros'
Due to the rural location of The Cairn a car is highly recommended to get about. It is 1.5 miles to the closest bus stop for buses running between Blairgowrie and Kirriemuir and the service is limited.
Guests would be advised to bring food provisions with them. The closest supermarkets are a 15-20 minute drive away in Blairgowrie or Kirriemuir where the nearest pubs and restaurants can also be found.
