About Us & The Legend of Vanora
About Us
We live in Alyth, have had family living here for nearly 3 decades and have been involved in the town’s community life in many different ways over the years. We have a deep love of the landscapes around Alyth and have been instrumental in setting up the Cateran Ecomuseum and Bioregioning Tayside.
We aim to bring this love of place to how we manage Vanora’s Cottages too so that you can have a peaceful enjoyable and stress free holiday.”
The Legend of Vanora
Vanora is the Scottish name for Queen Guinevere, wife of King Arthur and legend goes that she was abducted, possibly not unwillingly, by the Pictish King Mordred and held captive on Barry Hill, near Alyth. When she was released, it is said that King Arthur had her put to death by being pulled apart by wild animals, as punishment for her adultery and her remains were buried at nearby Meigle where today you will find a plaque in the churchyard identifying her grave, known as “Vanora’s Mound”. A stone that originally stood on this spot can be seen in the Meigle Sculptured Stone Museum. It has a scene carved into one side that is believed to depict her tragic death.
Our Promise
Reasonable
We don’t charge a booking fee if you book through our website & our comprehensive set of facilities offers great value for money.
Thoughtful
When you arrive from you journey, you’ll find the cottage warmed up & everything ready for a refreshing cup of tea!
Peaceful
Tucked away behind the town centre, many of our guests comment on how peaceful they found their stay with us.
The Cottage
We currently have one cottage open, Camlann, and short breaks are available all year round.
Camlann
1 Bedroom, 2 Guests