Castle Beach - Spectacular Victorian Villa

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A bedroom with a large bay window overlooking a lake and greenery. There is a bed with white bedding, a tray with a coffee pot, and a book on the bed.
Interior
A modern kitchen with a large island, white cabinetry, and a built-in oven. There is a dining area with a sofa and a TV mounted on the wall.
An outdoor dining area with a wooden table set for a meal, surrounded by benches and string lights.
A living room with a grey sofa, a white coffee table, a fireplace, and a TV mounted on the wall.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Top rated beach location
    Discover paradise at this top rated beach location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Broughty Ferry Seafront
5 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 9

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Deck or patio
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Broughty Ferry, Scotland
  • Place, Broughty Ferry Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Broughty Castle
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Broughty Ferry Seafront
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Dundee (DND)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 Single Bed and 1 Single Futon

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed and 1 Single Futon

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 5

1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Castle Beach - Spectacular Victorian Villa

Set right by the beach in Broughty Ferry, Castle Beach is a 3 storey Victorian villa of immense character. ‘The Ferry’ is on the East Coast of Scotland, on the outskirts of Dundee.

Broughty Ferry esplanade is a lovely walk. Along the beachfront you will find a Broughty castle to explore as well as several parks/green spaces and a nature reserve. Water sports are popular too with lessons available. There are plenty of spots to watch the dolphins and a boat trip if you’d like to get closer.
The space
Castle Terrace is a 5 minute stroll to the centre of The Ferry and a 15 second saunter to the sandy beach. It has plenty of period features with ornate cornicing in the main open plan family room and in one of the two master bedrooms. There is a sweeping staircase that turns from the ground floor right up to the attic conversion which is now a huge bedroom with it’s own ensuite bathroom. The views from the upper level are remarkable. One one side they scan across the beach. On the other they look above the rooftops of the village.

The property contains


Open plan living/kitchen/dining with woodburner
Master Bedroom 1 (superking bed, working open fireplace, window seat with river views)
Master Bedroom 2 (kingsize bed, double sofa bed, ensuite 4 piece bathroom with freestanding tub)
Bedroom 3 (split level mezzanine sleeping 2 in a double on the upper level with an additional single bed beneath)
Bedroom 4 (woodland styled room with single bed and additional trundle bed to make a twin)
Bedroom 5 (a smaller room to the back of the house – single bed)
Master Bathroom (another room with stunning views, a double size bathtub and separate shower enclosure)
Snug/Study (a haven for working from home with working fireplace)
Cloakroom (plenty of space to hide coats and shoes within cupboards)
WC (wallpapered with a historic map of Dundee just before Castle Terrace was built)
Front and rear gardens – the rear with built in brick barbeque, feature seating and table and outdoor shower)
Garage for storage

There is a plentiful selection of games, DVDs and subscription to Netflix. There is also a piano in the hallway which guests are welcome to enjoy.

Broughty Ferry is the perfect spot for a Scottish holiday. St Andrews is just a 20 minute car journey and the capital Edinburgh is an hour away. A variety of other beauty spots like Glencoe are potentials for day trips.

Welcome to Castle Terrace & have a fantastic stay!
Registration number
DD00144F

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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Property # 11718144
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Dundee

Dundee is home to this villa. Broughty Castle and Desperate Dan Statue are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Gagie Marsh and Monikie Country Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Tannadice Park or Dens Park.
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Broughty Ferry, Scotland

What's nearby

  • Broughty Ferry Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Barnhill Rock Garden - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Broughty Castle - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Broughty Ferry Seafront - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Grassy Beach - 19 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Broughty Ferry Station - 8 min walk
  • Dundee (DND) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Bell Tree - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Royal Arch Bar & Bistro - ‬7 min walk
  • Longparke
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Forgan's Broughty Ferry - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Castle Beach - Spectacular Victorian Villa pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at Castle Beach - Spectacular Victorian Villa?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Castle Beach - Spectacular Victorian Villa?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Castle Beach - Spectacular Victorian Villa?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Castle Beach - Spectacular Victorian Villa located?

Situated in Dundee, this villa is within a 5-minute walk of Broughty Ferry Beach, Barnhill Rock Garden and Broughty Castle. Broughty Ferry Seafront and Monifieth Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km). Broughty Ferry Station is 8 minutes by foot and Balmossie Station is 28 minutes.

Reviews

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Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Glynis W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house, everything you need for a stay away from home, great host communication, lovely location, next to the beach and a short walk to restaurants and shops
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Apr 2026
What a lovely review and the nicest guests. We loved having you ❤️
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jackie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely wonderful stay at Castle Beach, which is a stunning property, equipped with everything we could have wished for. We hope to return!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jan 2026
Thank you so much. We would be delighted to have you stay with us again
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was pristine and all we could possibly need (and more) was supplied. The welcome basket was appreciated. Lovely outdoor area with barbecue and lighting. Inside so much space for our multi generational family. The position is perfect. Shops are nearby and the beach is across the road. We hope to return.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Aug 2026
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave this review. Appreciate it very much
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Clare M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a lovely and relaxing stay at this beautiful house, which easily accommodated all our different needs - multi-generational and with a dog. The owner Jennifer, was very attentive and checked in to make sure everything was going well. She was beyond helpful when a member of our party left a rucksack with car keys behind on vacating the property and facilitated getting this important rucksack back to us. This was hugely appreciated and saved a lot of stress and worry. We are already looking at dates to come back again......
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 17 July 2026
Thank you so much for this lovely review Clare - it was much appreciated and we will be delighted to host you again if you wish to return, Jennifer
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent Property

A superb villa equipped to a very good standard . It was ideal for our family get together over the weekend. Would definitely recommend and would certainly stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
This fantastic coastal home was an absolute joy to stay in, with attention to detail and gorgeous views with both sunrises and sunsets enjoyed by all. This is a unique property with plenty space for a group of 10 people. Access to the beach at Broughty Ferry just a stones throw away makes for a beautiful stay. Thanks to our host and her absolutely flawless communication and care. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sylvia R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home, perfectly maintained, faultless
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lucy G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fab welcome. Spotless
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Apr 2026
Thank you for leaving us this great review Lucy. We really appreciate it 🥰
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Margaret P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a very enjoyable stay in this lovely house. Very comfortable with lots of really nice wee touches. The home is spotlessly clean and well stocked with all that’s needed for a holiday stay. Welcome pack and games was well appreciated by our kids. We hope to come back next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dylan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely house

We had a levelly time in your lovely house. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Apr 2026
Thank you so much Dylan - really appreciated
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sydney H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It's honestly hard to describe how wonderful both this property and Jennifer both were - 1,500 characters just isn't enough.1. The location is absolutely superb - 1 block from the beach, blocks from a cute little downtown, always street parking (too bad no garage, but really the street parking is fine), close to a ScotRail train station... I mean it's literally got everything right around it.2. Jennifer - what an absolute angel. Super communicative, super clear and easy to use literature (a cute little web app), really just way way way too generous! As an example: she bought some toys for our kids. I asked if she had beach towels - "No", so she dropped some off. Sent me a video of a rainbow that I missed while putting the kids to bed. I mean who does that!? She was just awesome, simply awesome.3. The house itself is everything you'd expect from top-tier: it's spacious, well stocked, nice, as advertised.4. It was really big, which was great for our family of 7 staying there. We all had space, privacy, and could put the kids to bed and continue to hangout grown up style.We would stay here again without ANY hesitation.Could not recommend more.
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Aug 2026
This is possibly the nicest review any guest has left for us. We so appreciate it too. Made me quite emotional and I sent on to the team to thank them. Thank you again for staying with us ❤️

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