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Historic Scottish Home / Ideal Writer's Retreat

Angus, Scotland, United Kingdom
Preferred Destination: California, United States
Alternate Destinations: Lisbon, Lisbon, Portugal | New York, New York, United States | Open to any destination

House | House Sitting Requested
Available Dates:
From Now until February 24, 2027

Description

Entire house in a quiet close off historic Montrose High Street. One king master bedroom with ensuite bathroom, a double bedroom and a further single bedroom with full study desk. There is a wood burning stove in the lounge, which looks onto the well established garden. Original features and fully modernised - with additional wet room, a third WC, utility room, dining kitchen and cinema room. The fully enclosed garden includes a gazebo during spring and summer with lawn. The Cottage in Montrose, is handily located just off the High Street. You're close to locally run and owned shops - artisan bakeries, fresh fish shop, two butchers, newsagents and chemists. As well as four supermarkets (Tesco, Aldi, Lidl and Home Bargains), there are pubs cafés and award winning restaurants on your doorstep - plus the town's renowned 3 screen cinema and arts centre. The 2 mile golden sandy beach is a 15 minute walk away. And one of the world's oldest links golf courses is here too. It's a perfect place to explore the coast - with the stretching sands of St Cyrus and Lunan Bay just a cycle or short drive away. And heading inland, there are the delights of the Angus glens to explore. Further afield, there are the museum rich cities of Dundee and Aberdeen - easily reached via regular direct train and bus services from Montrose train station, which is a short walk from the house. There's are several direct train services from London also - including an overnight sleeper service. And if you're in a car, there is free on street parking and a free car park (including electric charging points) a short walk away. Carnoustie is a 20 minute train journey, with additional Scotrail services provided during the Open tournament. Montrose train station is a 7 minute walk from the house. Fresh bed linen, towels, luxury branded soap, shampoo and conditioner along with dishwasher tablets and laundry detergent are all provided. As is tea and filter coffee, super fast WiFi (with unlimited downloads), a home cinema system (with 5.1 sound) and a Bluetooth speaker in the kitchen/diner and lounge. There is a private cinema in the house, which is great for catching up with movies on a rainy day. The cinema has streaming services along with a well stocked collection of DVDs. Unlimited superfast fibre optic BT wifi is available throughout the house. A utility room has a washing machine, dryer and drying racks. Washing powder/pods are provided.

Bedrooms
3

Bathrooms
2

Offices
1

Size
1 ft2

Suited For
6

Property Type
House

Availability

From Now until February 24, 2027

Minimum Stay

7 Days | Dates are flexible for this listing | Open to non-simultaneous exchanges

Comments: I can be flexible about dates for my house

Location

House in Angus, Scotland, United Kingdom

Closest University

Dundee

Nearby Universities
Dundee | Aberdeen
Explore the Area

Surroundings

  • Urban
  • Suburban
  • Countryside
  • Writer's Sanctuary
  • Historic Home
  • Architectural Gem
  • Near Ocean or Lake
  • Near Mountains
  • Near Restaurants
  • Near Shops
  • Near Public Transportation

Exchange Terms

Utilities are included

A cleaning service can be discussed

Considerations

Ask about the suitability of the home for young kids

Pets are allowed

Smoking is not allowed

A car is available

House Sitting

I am looking for help while I am away

I would like help with plants or garden

Cutting the small lawn during the spring/summer would be helpful!

Features

Interior

Furnished

Baby Furniture

Connectivity

High Speed Internet

Wi-Fi

Printer

Exterior

Garden

Backyard

Accessibility

Stairs

Temperature Control

Fireplace

Security

Security System

Appliances

Oven

Stove

Microwave

Refrigerator

Dishwasher

Washer

Dryer

Comments: Cinema room

Our Travel Preferences

Who's Coming?

Party of
2
1 Adult

Our Destinations

Preferred Destination

California, United States

Closest University

University of California, Los Angeles

Alternate Destination

Lisbon, Lisbon, Portugal

Alternate Destination

New York, New York, United States

Flexibility

Open to a home exchange in any destination

What We Are Looking for


Bedrooms
1


Bathrooms
1


Offices
1


Size
150 ft2

Smoking

I prefer smoking not allowed in the home

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