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A luxurious cottage in a beautiful location with stunning views!

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

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3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen

About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

A luxurious cottage in a beautiful location with stunning views!

Balgedie Lodge is a lovely Scottish holiday home, in Easter Balgedie, a small hamlet in Central Scotland, set between the dramatic Lomond Hills and stunning Loch Leven. The nearest town is Kinross with Perth and Edinburgh in easy reach along the M90, and Fife’s beaches and many wonderful golf courses all close by.

Guests come back year after year to enjoy The Lodge’s homely charm, wonderful location and stunning views.

The property sleeps five comfortably. There’s one double bedroom, a twin and a single, although the twin can be converted into a double on request, and an additional child’s bed or cot can be provided too, for an additional charge, but it must be requested at the time of booking.

There is also a shower wet room (ensuite to the master bedroom) which is wheelchair accessible and a family bathroom with a shower over the bath.

There’s a well equipped kitchen which makes it very easy for you to cook up some wonderful meals while you are staying with us. There's a dining table and chairs that can seat up to 6 and if you have a baby with you we can provide a high chair too.

The sitting room has an lovely open fire which is very cosy in the evening - and can be very romantic too! There are some lovely comfortable sofas plus a flat screen TV and dvd player. There’s also lots of board games and books, and there’s even a piano for you to use too if you fancy a holiday singalong.

The sunroom is bright and cheerful, and a wonderful spot for relaxing in and enjoying the amazing Loch views (the sunsets with a glass of wine in hand are a must!). And the beautiful garden, complete with bbq, garden furniture and a covered patio, is fully enclosed making it safe and easy for those with small children or pets.

There is also private parking at the cottage. There's enough room for two cars and if you need any more space there is another spot on the other side of the garden you can use too.

The cottage is all on one level, which makes it very easy for elderly guests or anyone who may struggle with stairs. it has been recently renovated to make it accessible for those with wheelchairs and mobility issues too. To find out more about this please do give us a call.

We totally understand that dogs are very much part of many people's families and so they are very welcome to come and enjoy all the Lodge too, There is a small extra charge for this of 25 GBP and we respectfully ask that owners keep them off the furniture and do not allow them into the bedrooms as we are also aware that there are guests who don't have dogs and may have allergies.

Also, whilst the garden is fully enclosed, if your dogs are very active they may try and jump it so we do recommend that you keep an eye on them. Saying that, many have stayed with smaller and older dogs and never had a worry at all.

In the summer our new garden extension at the back of the Lodge will be complete and open for all our guests to use. This will be a fully enclosed, totally safe area where dogs can run about without any worry of escaping. And children can play there too. Infact it will be somewhere for everyone to enjoy!

All prices quoted include heating and electricity, luxury bed linen, towels, a basket of logsand a welcome pack. We also provide you with coffee, tea, sugar, milk, toilet roll, washing up liquid and general household cleaning stuffs too.

Smoking is not permitted anywhere inside this property but is allowed in the garden.

There are loads of things to do when you come and stay and in the house is a folder full of suggestions and brochures to help you decide what would suit you best and our website has lots of info on it too. But with so much to choose from we are very happy to help you plan you stay - just let us know what your interests are and we can guide you as best we can!

The neighbouring village, Kinnesswood has frequently won the prize for the Best Small Village in The Keep Scotland Beautiful Awards and holds it this year again. A wander through its old cottages and lanes is a lovely way to spend some time, before heading back to the cottage for tea!

There are lots of other lovely walks close by too - there's a new path/cycle route that runs all round Loch Leven, RSPB Loch Leven is at the south end of the loch and there are a couple of excellent farm shops to stop at for snacks and meals.

There's also Castle Island, that you can see from our cottage. Mary Queen of Scots was imprisoned there and there are boat trips out to it in the summer for you to have a look around. It really is a must-go-and-see and has a great picnic spot!

The Lodge is also fantastically situated for those who want to walk to a pub or restaurant. Less than half a mile down the road is Balgedie Toll Tavern, a great local pub, and just a little bit further is Loch Leven's Larder, an award winning deli, cafe/restaurant, and gift shop. There's also The Well in Scotlandwell which is a great pub too. All are family friendly and dog friendly too!

Kinross also has lots of places to eat and there are some other special places we can recommend to go to too. Please contact us if you'd like to know more.

If you are on face book you can find more details about the cottage there too, under Balgedie House and Lodge. On the page there are lots of links to many activities in the area and its a great place if you'd looking for info and ideas of things to do when you come to stay.

Property manager

Shona Benson

Languages

English, French

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Massages

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking
  • Limo/town car service
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Spices
  • Paper towels
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Blender

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Soap
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Stereo
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Fenced yard
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator (single level property)
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 1 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Strictly no smoking inside the Lodge.

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Chef
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels (on request)
  • Local meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Golfing on site
  • Tennis on site
  • Boat on site
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Recycling
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Pets are welcome by arrangement.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: The cottage is very family friendly.

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Note from host: Small parties considered by arrangement.
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Map
Easter Balgedie, Scotland

What's nearby

  • Montgomery Course at the Green Hotel - 6 min drive
  • Loch Leven Heritage Trail - 8 min drive
  • Loch Leven Castle - 9 min drive
  • Falkland Palace - 14 min drive
  • Knockhill Racing Circuit - 19 min drive

Getting around

  • Lochgelly Station - 12 min drive
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Unorthodox Roasters - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Costa Express - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Loch Leven's Larder - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Loch Leven Lodges - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A luxurious cottage in a beautiful location with stunning views! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at A luxurious cottage in a beautiful location with stunning views! ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A luxurious cottage in a beautiful location with stunning views! ?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is A luxurious cottage in a beautiful location with stunning views! located?

This family-friendly Kinross cottage is located on a lake, 3 mi (4.8 km) from Burleigh Sands, and within 6 mi (10 km) of RSPB Loch Leven and Scart Island. Balado Park and Montgomery Course at the Green Hotel are also within 6 mi (10 km).

A luxurious cottage in a beautiful location with stunning views! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stephen C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay
Beautiful views and friendly host! We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful gate house
Lovely views, lots of privacy, super comfy beds. Very walkable to Loch Leven Larder and the Balgedie Toll (2 of our favorite places every time we visit Scotland to visit family). Small and feels like staying at your grandma’s cozy little house. Just what we needed. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bryan M., Houston, Texas

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Spot
Very cozy house. Great location. Recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Penny H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Kinnesswood
Ineffable really. In one word. Tranquil. Perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alex J., Timonium, Maryland

Liked: Cleanliness
Jones family vacation
We had a great time! The property is exactly as advertised! We used the house as a base to try to visit as much as possible. Our friendly host meet us at the door even though we arrived very late! We took her advise and visited Loch Leven and Falkland and they were well worth the time. I wish we had more time! We would highly recommend and really enjoyed the gardens and views.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Alison S., Edinburgh

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent Location for Exploring Locally and Beyond
Very easy corresponding with Shona (and nice to meet her too). We had two small dogs and it was no problem with them in the enclosed in the lovely garden and some great walks in the area - and up the hill for wonderful views near the Gate Lodge. There are fabulous views across to the Loch from the garden and the Lodge.. We had to endure some wet days so the Lodge was cosy to return to in the afternoons/evenings. The washer/dryer was useful for wet clothes! Welll equipped and the bathrooms, in particular, have been done done up nicely. Lots of space for the two of us using the two double rooms. If we had stayed longer, we’d have played some of the many games there. Lots of information leaflets too.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mike P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Property
Fantastic stay and lovely property
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

8/10 Good

Donna L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely views
Great place to sit and take in the view over loch Leven. We weren’t lucky with the weather but made use of the toys, jigsaws and books available.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Pietrach

Liked: Cleanliness
A beautiful and clean cottage in stunning surrounding.
We stayed in the Balgedie Cottage two nights and could not be happier. The surrounding and the cottage itself are beautiful. Cottage is lovely decorated and very comfortable. In colder months (we stayed in October) you can easily bump up the heating to make it all cosy. Shona the owner was very helpful and went over and beyond to resolve any minor (very minor) issues. The area is stunning with woodland walks and hills at the back. Kids also loved it, particulary seeing how real potatoes grow! ;) Highly highly recommended and we will be returning!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

kavita b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great family holiday
Very comfortable family house and well equipped for children and a dog. Great views of Loch Leven and lovely space to sit and relax.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Remy C., Brighton

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic week in Kinross
We had a fantastic week in Kinross. The area is gorgeous and so is the lodge we stayed in. The process of booking, communication, facilities, cleanliness etc.. were excellent. we will come back in a year or two as there is so much to see still. Thank you
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Patricia S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful place
The Cottage is the most wonderful place to stay at Loch Leven. The views are stunning, the cottage cosy and absolutely tidy and Shona and Mary are the most nice persons. Everything you need to feel at home is provided. We enjoyed our time very, very much and we are sure to come back. We can highly recommend it.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Winnie N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved Our Stay
This was a perfect vacation home for our family. We loved the local larder and tavern, the hiking and golf nearby, and the views!!! The cottage was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Letitia L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stop looking and book it already
Easter Balgedie Lodge was a perfect home-away-from home for my family. The home itself was perfect: clean and comfortable with everything we needed to enjoy our stay. Every room in the house is spacious with careful and thoughtful attention to detail. The beds were comfortable and the linens soft. But the cherry on top of all that perfection was the setting and the stunning views! The garden was lovely and fragrant, the view of the Loch stunning. No matter which way you turn, every view looks like a postcard. It was amazing and at the end of our stay, I genuinely didn't want to leave! Oh! Every person we met was genuine and kind, as well. Mary (the person who checked us in) was very nice and helpful. The local folks at the Balgedie Toll Tavern were great, and the food there was quite good! Don't miss stopping in at Loch Leven's Larder! It's a gem of a gift shop, a great place to pop in for a coffee, and there's easy access to the Heritage Trail around Loch Leven there. Seriously, stop looking for alternatives and book this gorgeous lodge. It's perfect in every way and you won't regret it!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jude B.

Such a pretty, tranquil view
A lovely cottage in a great location. The view of Loch Leven and the ever-changing sky above it is mesmerising. The cottage itself is comfy and nicely equipped with everything you need. Great location for exploring Loch Leven and the famous castle. Good beaches nearby - we loved Burntisland.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Christopher D., Hull uk

Great cottage with excellent views of Loch from conservatory & garden. Enclosed garden great for dog
A lovely place from where to explore this part of Scotland. A welcome pack and fresh milk in the fridge on arrival a lovely touch. Nice to meet such a lovely owner for whom nothing was too much trouble.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2018

8/10 Good

Elizabeth W.

Comfortable holiday house
Very comfortable house, well fitted out, superb sunroom with wonderful views of Loch Leven. Lovely enclosed garden with good outside furniture and barbecue. Rather noisy as right on the road and not easy to get out of driveway. Owner very friendly and welcoming.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Esme B.

Beautiful place to stay!
We stayed here just as the snow was melting at the beginning of March and were thankful to have made it here! We found the lodge to be beautifully clean, very well equipped and cosy with amazing views. The Sun room is perfect to wake up to, while the lounge is perfect for snuggling around the log fire. Shona and Mary are also very welcoming and left welcome gifts displayed in a pretty basket ready for our arrival. The bed is amazingly comfortable too which is important after a long day of exploring the many interesting places around! Thank Shona and Mary for a lovely stay we couldn't have asked for more!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey D.

Wonderful, cosy and comfortable cottage.
We’ve just returned from a lovely short break and can highly recommend staying at the Gate Lodge. Super-comfy beds, soft, thick towels, a well equipped kitchen and cosy sitting room with an open fire are just a few of the features we loved. Thanks for the wine and biscuits that were waiting for us on arrival too!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

Darlene G.

Amazing!
Absolutely beautiful, clean, and adorable! We enjoyed coming "home" each day from our adventures in Scotland. Thanks to Mary and Shona for a cottage that was as clean as it was charming. We couldn't have asked for anything more. Stunning views and an amazing community. Thanks again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Scott K.

Beautiful cottage, best bed linen and towels ever
Cosy, beautiful decorated cottage. Beautiful bed sheets and the best towels. All give a bit of luxury to this lovely cottage with great views. The garden is amazing too, just beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

jennifer j.

Lovely,cosy cottage
We had a lovely stay. Cottage is cosy and welcoming. Owners sorted a problem with the water heating very quickly. And when we arrived a lovely bottle of wine and box of chocolate biscuits was waiting for us which was very nice. Great walks locally and many attractions within local area. And the views are amazing.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2016

10/10 Excellent

John F.

Peaceful, accessible, and wonderful...
Our stay at this property was wonderful. It had everything we needed to feel like we were at a home away from home. We were able to access all of the locations in Scotland that we desired to see, and we were always able to come back and enjoy the peaceful surroundings of this country cottage. It was very accessible, and close to all of the services we could need, as well. The owner is wonderful, and was very accommodating. As a consultant who travels extensively, I highly recommend this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2016

8/10 Good

Elisa G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very cute stay
The cottage is nice and quiet, easy to reach and has everything you need. It could have more cutlery for convenience, but still the kitchen is well equipped. There are many things to do nearby and the lake view in the evening is stunning. It says in the description that there‘s a whirlpool - but there isn‘t. All in all very nice little stay.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Info S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Diverse uitstapjes te maken.
Prima locatie om van hieruit diverse uitstapjes te maken van wandelen tot stad bezoeken. Mooi huis, gelijkvloers, uitzicht op Loch Leven.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024