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The Gate Lodge - Modern & Period, Combined

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Beach
TV
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, WiFi
Exterior
Terrace/patio

Reviews

8.6 out of 10

Excellent

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
Broughty Ferry, Scotland
  • Broughty Ferry Seafront
    3 min drive
  • City Square
    6 min drive
  • Broughty Ferry Beach
    7 min drive
  • Dundee (DND)
    16 min drive

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About this property

Entire place

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

The Gate Lodge - Modern & Period, Combined

Combining quirky and period features with modern living, The Gate Lodge is a single storey, two-bedroomed house with amazing views over the River Tay and famous bridges.

Ideal for couples and small families, and business travellers alike, you’re close to riverside walks, the seafront and beach, shops and transport links.
After a busy day, relax in your private garden or watch the sun set over the River Tay.

The Lodge was originally built as the gatehouse to one of Broughty Ferry’s many Victorian mansions, and retains many charming features. All on one level, the house enjoys views across the River Tay from both the lounge and the master bedroom.

The spacious cosy lounge includes a dining table seating four, and a multi fuel fire for cooler evenings.

The master bedroom is lovely and light, with windows on two sides, and a walk-in dressing closet. The second bedroom overlooks the back garden, and has a built-in cupboard.

The modern kitchen has been built in two adjacent rooms towards the back of the house, allowing plenty of space for preparing a meal. There’s enough space around the cocktail table and bar stools if you prefer to grab a quick breakfast in the kitchen..

A utility room leads onto the bathroom with a stylish walk-in shower.

Pop out of your back door into the delightful garden with terraces, a summer house and a BBQ area.

KEY FEATURES
Single storey detached house sleeping three
2 bedrooms (1 double, 1 single)
Lounge with bay window and multi-fuel fire
Bathroom with walk-in shower
Fully-equipped modern kitchen and utility room
Dining table seating 4
Sky broadband, and Smart TV
Private garden with terraces, BBQ area and a summer house
Parking for one car
Views of the River Tay and bridges

LOCATION
You are within ten minutes’ drive of the lovely coastal suburb of Broughty Ferry, with food shops, cafes and boutiques, plus picturesque harbour and shoreline. Families will love the excellent children’s playpark at nearby Castle Green and beach, and if you’re lucky you might spot seals and dolphins.

On the seafront the striking Broughty Castle is well worth a visit. Dating back to 1490, it originally protected the Tay estuary, and now houses a museum which explains the history of this pretty fishing village.

Broughty Ferry train station connects you with the Scottish mainline stations of Edinburgh, Glasgow and Aberdeen. Plus, being just three miles from the city of Dundee, there are excellent road, rail and air links making for straightforward travel. The property has bus stops outside, and the nearby National Cycle Network Route 1 gives access to coastal cycling and walking routes.

Dundee itself has been transformed in recent years into a lively and cosmopolitan coastal city. Choose from the waterfront development with the V&A Dundee museum, historic ships and urban beach or the city centre shopping areas, theatre and museums.

The area is surrounded by beautiful countryside which will delight walkers and cyclists, and is close to Angus and Fife beaches, and world-famous golf courses, including St Andrews and Carnoustie.

Welcome to the Gate Lodge, have a fantastic stay.
No pets.
No parties.
No smoking indoors.
£150 fine for smoking indoors.
During your stay at this vacation home, you'll be within walking distance of Grassy Beach. A kitchen and a TV are available in the vacation home.
  • The vacation home offers a kitchen, a washing machine, and a TV
  • Amenities include a terrace
  • 12 minutes by foot from Grassy Beach and a 2-minute drive from Claypotts Castle
As a guest of this vacation home, you'll find a terrace and barbecue grills. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property manager

Clark Anderson Properties

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hairdryer

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Terrace
  • Barbecue

Laundry

  • Washing machine
  • Near a laundromat

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

Property is also known as

123491

The Gate Lodge - Modern & Period, Combined Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 16 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 16 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 16 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 16 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

Liked: Cleanliness
A real gem!
Beautiful property with gorgeous water views. It was just as described. Bathroom and kitchen were recently renovated and a pleasure to use. Lots of space and was very comfortable. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alison M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful place, well appointed and very clean
Main thing I appreciated was how clean the place was- with a newly mobile baby in tow that was the part I was nervous about for a holiday rental and no issues at all- spotless. Same goes for kitchen- I've stayed in places where I needed to clean some.otems before use but didn't feel like that here. Do be aware some.road.noise but it didn't bothere.at all.and we had bubs in the smaller room to the side. A few more.mugs would be magic! Thank you- would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Susi M.

My spirits fell a little when I walked in
Other reviews have said it all really. It comes down to how you are treated as a guest. The owners do not treat you with respect by supplying charity shop mismatched china which is chipped, cracked and stained. I’m not going to list all the niggles but will just say we enjoyed our stay despite not because of the property. More than happy to supply that list if the owners want to improve things!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Renee Lisa G., Calgary, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming period lodge
Property was mostly as advertised. Check in process was easy and property had all the very basics (e.g., hand soap, washing liquid, new sponge). Could do with a deep clean (quite a bit of dust in the nooks and crannies). Parking spot is very narrow and requires a bit of skill to reverse into. Would be difficult for anything larger than a compact car (and for drivers not accustomed to having the driver’s seat on the right hand side). There was quite a bit of noise from the major roadway passing right outside the main bedroom. Would be tough if you’re a light sleeper. Would have appreciated blinds or drapes in the main bedroom that closed completely (ideally blackout as the room was fully lit at sunrise) and would have loved an extra towel or two (was only provided a single bath towel and hand towel for each of us).
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

catherine

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This place has charm but we were unable to get a decent night’s sleep in a week here. The bed is very small and old, so we constantly rolled into the middle. The room needed full blackout blinds to block the light from the streetlights and muffle some of the noise from the road. It felt like midday at two in the morning. A bit of money spent in this room would transform the stay. Good kitchen generously equipped and sweet, if shabby, outdoor space.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

2/10 Terrible

J G.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Dangerous
I and consider that this should be taken off the letting market until improvements are made. The front door cannot be used. If fire occur in the kitchen there is escape without passing through the fire. No windows can be opened as a means of escape. This is a major risk to life. The property only seems to be cleaned on top surfaces which can be seen with thick dust under furniture. A deep cleaning is required.Cushions on sofa require cleaning. Poor cleaning of oven. Whilst the bedding was laundered clean there were stains on it. Outside does not appear to have been swept for months particularly outside the back door which is littered with discarded cigarette ends. Some cups so heavily stained by tanning are disgusting. Water left in the kettle to stagnate. if property not let. Squares of wallpaper in the entrance area looked like a patchwork quilt. Ceiling light in living room constantly flickers and too annoying to be used. No hooks in bathroom for garment hanging. Photographs show that the property is situated on a roadside but fails to mention that is the main A930 Dundee Road with constant heavy traffic day and night outside the bedroom window. Fails to mention that the parking area has extremely tight turn in and the gate is difficult to open as it wedged by bricks on the inside due to the opening latch being broken and just laid on the ground. No information is provided for the location of amenities as to where to buy bread, milk etc. No guide for dual controls of TV
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darren B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Dundee
Excellent place to stay close to cycle paths
Stayed 13 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

I c.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gatw Lodge
A lovely, cosy cottage, steeped in history. Close to the Tay and right on a bus route. What could be better?
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Scotland trip
I stayed in this charming and well appointed rental for the first week of my 2 week vacation. The location was great! Easy to pop down to catch the train from Dundee into Edinburgh for day trips. Broughton Ferry was a delightful area with good restaurants. The beds were super comfortable and the bedding very plush. Highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Belinda B., Melbourne, Australia

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable Gate Lodge
A gate lodge full of character and comfort. The house had everything we needed to base ourselves for 5 days in Broughty Ferry. Very clean, good communication with host, no problems at all, a very nice stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jerry R.

Liked: Cleanliness
A lovely little gem
Loved the cottage. Dundee area was fun to explore. Will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Grant N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Last week.
Very enjoyable stay.Would have loved the wood burner to have been in use and the living room curtains able to shut but apart from that all was fine.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vicki G., Prince Albert, Saskatchewan

Liked: Cleanliness
We loved this Gatelodge!
This property is full of character, style and really feels like home. The beds were comfortable and the rooms were spacious. We really enjoyed coffee in the morning outside in the garden with great views of the River Tay and the bridge. It's very easy to find and so fun as a holiday house. The kitchens and bathroom were great with newer appliances. We highly recommend this property to anyone travelling close to Dundee!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ian F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful House
This house was a wonderful place for us to stay. It was so spacious compared to the hotels and B&Bs we’d been staying in on our UK holiday. The location is great for trips to St. Andrews, Perth, Aberdeen, etc.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Estelle F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely property
This is lovely property, warm and comfortable in a good location with a lovely coastal walk near by. The property managers were attentive and in regular communication but I felt that there was some things which could be improved such as installing lighting out the back of the house and to include in the online listing that although there is a wood burner but guests are not allowed to use it.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Thomas D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ein kleines Schloß
Einzigartiges Ambiente in diesem kleinen Schloß. Sehr ansprechend und edel renoviert. Außenbereich wg. vielbefahrender Straße etwas laut, aber innen gute Schallisolierung. Wir haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023