Magnificent Scottish country house set amidst a spectacular 800-acre private Highland estate in the foothills to the Angus Glens and Cairngorms National Park. This exclusive-use historic baronial mansion offers spacious and sumptuous self-catering accommodation for up to 14 guests.

Ideal for larger groups and families, child and dog friendly, Kinclune House and Annex features 7 stylish bedrooms and 6 elegant bathrooms. Enjoy the perfect blend of modern amenities and traditional charm. Dine in grandeur in the expansive kitchen-dining room, unwind in the grand drawing room with an open fire, or retreat to the cosy 'Snug' TV and games room. The property also boasts a large garden and outdoor dining.

An idyllic rural retreat with spectacular views across the Vale of Strathmore, an abundance of wildlife and a resident Highland Pony herd, Kinclune House and Estate will charm and delight. Perfect for family holidays, weekend getaways, intimate weddings and special celebrations in an extraordinary setting.

Location
Kinclune House is nestled in the Angus countryside, offering seclusion and privacy, but is easily accessible from central Scotland. Only 15 minutes from the A90, 40 minutes from the city of Dundee, 50 minutes from Perth and 95 minutes from Edinburgh. Kirriemuir, popularly known as 'the Gateway to the Glens' and the birthplace of JM Barrie, author of Peter Pan, is only 6 miles away. Kirriemuir and Forfar (12 miles) offer a good selection of shops, cafes and restaurants. It's a short drive from Kinclune into the Angus Glens and from there into the heart of the Cairngorm National Park (only 1 hour to Braemar and Balmoral Castle). 

Drawing room (37m2)
Beautiful heritage drawing room with large open fire and seating for 14. Relax, rejuvenate and enjoy expansive views across the Vale of Strathmore from the wonderful curved bay window within the tower feature. This room encapsulates heritage charm and country house grandeur, whilst also being cosy and comfortable social space for you and your friends and family. Sonos One speakers in the Drawing Room and Kitchen-dining Room are interlinked so you can stream your playlist for perfect parties.

Kitchen-dining room (43.5m2)
Spacious, beautifully designed kitchen-dining room which makes an ideal social space for family meals, buffets or formal dining for 14+. Perfect for celebrating special occasions, it has already hosted all the 'big' birthdays, an anniversary and a joyous hen party since opening in 2023. The modern, fully equipped kitchen has  everything you could need to cater for your guests, including American style fridge freezer, dishwasher and washer dryer. The huge kitchen island means food preparation and clearing up is a team effort and a pleasure (but, if you prefer to relax and be catered for, we can also arrange a catered or partially catered stay, so please contact us for information).

The kitchen, pantry and traditional wood panelled cloakroom are kitted out with all the household basics, including tea and coffee starter kit, tinfoil, kitchen towels, dish cloths, cling film, washing-up liquid, cleaning materials, dishwasher tablets, a small supply of washing machine tablets and a supply of logs from our own woods for the fires and firepit).

Your welcome hamper contains a selection of Scottish and Angus produce with an emphasis on being local, sustainable and supporting small businesses like our own. Kinclune is a proud member of Scottish Agritourism and was selected by the Scottish Government to be a Scottish Agritourism Monitor Farm. Ask Aylwin about the other excellent local services which are available including fresh, sustainably grown flowers and displays, celebration cakes, shopping delivery and unpacking so it's ready for your arrival, , housekeeping, in-house activities, such as beauty treatments, cocktail making, gin or whisky tastings and outdoor activities on Kinclune and beyond.

Snug (21.4m2)
Settle into the deep, plush velvet corner sofa in the Snug with smart Wifi enabled TV and a wide selection of family board games. Blackout curtains ensure a cinematic experience in the Snug (night or day) and, while it's a luxurious space for adults and children alike, it is definitely a cosy space to keep the kids entertained while the adults socialise.

Bedrooms (7 double bedrooms, sleeping 14 guests plus infants)
Every bedroom is unique and characterful with incredible countryside views from large windows, so you can retire to stunning sunsets and wake-up to glorious mornings. Beds and mattresses were all new in Autumn '23 and, with our bespoke linen bedheads and cushions, bedding and cotton towels, we deliver 'boutique hotel style' luxury for the duration of your stay.

Bedroom 1: The Main Master Suite (Honeymoon suite) (45m2, sleeps 2, plus optional cot) Super king size bed. Spoil yourself with this exquisite and spacious suite boasting an ensuite shower room and a separate spacious dressing room with free-standing double-ended bath with a stunning view.

Bedroom 2: The Turret Bedroom (15m2, sleeps 2) King size bed or 2 small singles if preferred. This lovely room incorporates the 'Turret' - your very own raised viewing area, complete with bird book and binoculars. The private Turret Shower room with huge walk-in shower is just one step across the hall.

Bedroom 3: The Tower Bedroom (21.3m2, sleeps 2 plus optional cot) Super king size bed or 2 singles if preferred. The largest bedroom with a stunning bay window occupying the tower feature. The luxurious Tower Bathroom is just 2 steps across the hall. with a traditional double ended roll-top claw-footed bath AND a huge walk-in shower.

Bedroom 4: Tawny Bedroom (15m2, sleeps 2) Double bed. Named after the tawny owls which can be heard in the surrounding trees at night. A beautiful, unique and characterful bedroom with original fireplace, bespoke furniture and stunning views. Right next door is the Family Bathroom with 180cm traditional steel tub and hand-held shower.

Bedroom 5: Beech Bedroom (10.4m2, sleeps 2). Double bed. Smaller, but perfectly appointed and looking out at the surrounding beech trees, this is a delightful  bedroom for a couple or a single. Beech shares the Family Bathroom with Tawny. It is literally next door.

Bedrooms 6 and 7 are located in the Osprey Annex, which is the rear portion of the house occupying 2 floors. Historically the servants' quarters, but recently renovated and generously proportioned, it offers a self-contained suite for a couple or small family group, including its own kitchen-living room with Smart TV, dining space and woodburning stove. The design of the Annex is themed around the two pairs of osprey which nest to the north east corner of Kinclune Estate.

Bedroom 6: Annex Master Suite (25.2m2, sleeps 2, plus optional cot, ensuite) The Annex Master offers a sumptuous king size bed and an ensuite shower room for a couple.

Bedroom 7: Annex Bedroom 2 (15.7m2, sleeps 2 plus optional cot, shared shower room) King size bed convertible to 2 small singles if preferred. Due to sharing the master ensuite, the Annex is best suited to families with children or teens. However, for large family groups it can be set up as a King size bed to accommodate a couple.

Note: All bedrooms and bathrooms are located on the first floor. There is a WC on the ground floor of the house.
Note: The Annex cannot be accessed from within Kinclune House for fire safety reasons. It is a fully self-contained unit with its own entrance.
Note: The annex bedrooms and shower room are accessed via a steep staircase. For your safety, stair gates are fitted top and bottom of this staircase.

The Glorious Outdoors
Kinclune House has a large enclosed garden, a lovely traditional summer house on the lawn with integrated seating for your whole group, separate, quality tables and chairs for outdoor dining and a Kadai firebowl (firepit and a BBQ).

We feed our native red squirrels, so you are highly likely to spot one in the garden or from the kitchen window. Friendly pet sheep and Highland ponies are regular visitors to the fields in front of the house, as are roe deer and brown hare. Red kite and osprey are often spotted overhead by guests. The views are indescribable stretching north west to RSPB Kinnordy Nature Reserve (approximately 2 miles) and the town of Forfar (12 miles). To the south west enjoy an uninterupted view of the rolling green valley of Strathmore stretching towards Glamis, Alyth and Coupar Angus.

Angus is a hidden gem for lovers of Scotland's stunning scenery and outdoor adventures. It is ideally located for walking, climbing, fishing and wildlife watching in the Angus Glens and Scottish Cairngorms. We recommend exploring Glen Clova, Glen Isla and Glen Prosen and our local lochs and castles (Glamis, Balintore and Brechin castles). The Glenshee Mountain Resort, right in the heart of the Cairngorms, is only 40 minutes from Kinclune and it is a beautiful drive from there to Braemar and Royal Balmoral Castle.

However, you don't need to leave Kinclune to experience the wild beauty of Angus. The name  'Kinclune' comes from the Gaelic for 'head of the meadow', signalling the elevated position of the house and the upland landscape and panoramic views surrounding it. Kinclune is an award-winning nature-friendly estate and organic farm and we offer nature-based experiences, including a wildlife safari and a picnic with a Highland Pony. From April to September you can view 2 pairs of nesting osprey and a variety of Red List, specially protected farmland birds. We would love to tell you about our work with the RSPB, Working for Waders and the government agency, Nature Scot, on estate conservation projects and biodiversity surveys. By choosing Kinclune House, you are supporting us to continue this work.