The Furze Farmhouse, Newburgh, sleeps 8

This thoughtfully restored, semi-detached 19th century farmhouse enjoys stunning views over the wide River Tay and the rolling hills beyond. This charming holiday property tastefully combines original features with wonderful contemporary style and comfort in the spacious kitchen, sunny conservatory and cosy living room. Set on the edge of a steading conversion where ducks and geese swim on the old mill race it is situated only minutes walk from the heart of the quiet village of Newburgh where there are local shops, an art gallery and pubs serving food. Walk down to the river to see how many species of wild birds you can spot in the reed beds. Perfectly located for sporting activities with golf, fishing, cycling, even motor racing and sky diving in easy reach. Visit the lovely city of Perth, ¼ hour drive, with its superb concert hall, theatre and wide array of shops, pubs and restaurants, or explore the hills and glens of the Trossachs, the quaint fishing villages of the East Neuk of Fife, and of course, St Andrews is only a scenic 40 minute journey. There are historic houses and gardens, farm parks and art galleries to see or simply savour this peaceful setting and enjoy the view. Shops and pubs ½ mile.

Ground floor: Living room. Dining room/kitchen. Conservatory. Utility room. 1 twin bedroom. Shower room with toilet. First floor: 3 bedrooms: 2 double (5ft), 1 twin. Bathroom with bath, shower cubicle and toilet.

Woodburner in living room (initial fuel inc). CH, elec, bed linen and towels inc. T/cot. H/chair. DVD. Elec cooker. M/wave. Washer/dryer. D/washer. F/freezer. Wi-fi. Large landscaped garden with patio and sitting-out area. Parking (3 cars). No smoking.