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3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Onsite parking available
Dog-friendly
Kitchen
Washing machine
Barbecue grill
Deck or patio
Explore the area
Lumsden, Scotland
Kildrummy Castle
Place, Kildrummy Castle
8 min drive
Leith Hall and Garden
Place, Leith Hall and Garden
15 min drive
Haughton Country Park
Place, Haughton Country Park
17 min drive
Aberdeen (ABZ)
Airport, Aberdeen (ABZ)
58 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Green Bedroom
1 King Bed
Ochre Bedroom
1 King Bed
Purple Bedroom
1 Double Bed
3 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Soap · Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Soap · Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 3
Soap · Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area
About this property
A beautiful 3 Bedroom accessible steading conversion in rural Aberdeenshire
The Byre, a 3 bedroom steading conversion which will sleep up to 6 people is set on a working farm just outside the small village of Lumsden which is between the towns of Alford and Huntly. The three bedrooms all have ensuite shower rooms with the accessible bedroom having an ensuite wetroom. Bedroom 1 has a Super King size zip and link bed that will split to make two 3ft singles, it has been designed to allow enough room for wheelchair users as has its ensuite wet room which is fitted out with grab handles and frames and a fold up shower seat if these should be needed. Bedroom 2 has a King size zip and link bed that will split to make 2 singles again with ensuite shower room. Bedroom 3 has a Double bed again with an ensuite with extra large shower. The open plan Kitchen/Living room has a large dining table (to seat 6) as well as comfortable sofas to relax in and enjoy the views of the surrounding hills. The fully fitted kitchen is equipped with cooker, fridge, microwave, dishwasher and washing machine as well as all the utensils and equipment you may need. The property is double glazed with underfloor heating with thermostats in every room to give you your optimum temperature. There is also a wood burning stove, Smart TV and wireless internet. The cottage is all on one level with no steps inside or out. Outside the Patio doors is a paved patio area with ajoining lawn where you can relax and enjoy the fields of animals and wildlife on the farm or just enjoy the quiet and take in the view. Adjoining the cottage is a large drying room with a dryer to compliment the washing machine and plenty of space to dry outdoor clothing or for the storage of fishing gear (access to a large freezer is available for your catch), bicycles or similar equipment, immediately outside is an electric car charging point.
For accessibility details please see: https://www.accessable.co.uk/visit-scotland/access-guides/boghead-holiday-cottages-the-byre
Our impact on the environment is important to us and we hold a Green Tourism Gold Award. Recycling is important to us and we have an electric car charging point.
The village of Lumsden has its own small sculpture trail, an excellent childrens playground, a garage complete with small shop which stocks daily essentials as well as fuel and full garage services. In the ajoining hamlet of Mossat is an antique shop, usualy open Thu-Sun. The nearby small town of Alford (8 miles) has all the local amenities you might expect including an excellent butcher, a post office a number of excelent independent shops, cafes and a Co-op supermarket and 2 small convinience stores as well as the Alford Heritage Museum, Grampian Transport Museum and the Alford Valley Community Railway with the market town of Huntly (12 miles) in the opposite direction with its local shops, cafes and 2 large supermarkets, Asda and Tesco, who will both deliver to the cottages. The Cairngorm National Park is 25 minutes away with the Lecht Ski Centre for the winter months and mountain biking in the summer. The Tomintoul & Glenlivet Cairngorms was awarded Dark Sky Status in November 2018. It is Scotland's Second International Dark Sky Park and the Darkest Park in the UK and the most Northerly Dark Sky Park in the World. There is also Golf, Walking, Fishing or even Go-carting all nearby. We are situated on the Castle Trail and just off the Whisky Trail or you could visit one of the coastal villages such as Portsoy and Newburgh or just enjoy the stunning beaches of North East Scotland. The main city of Aberdeen with its Airport and Exhibition centre is 45 mins away with Museums, Restaurants and shopping as well as sight seeing. We also have a 2 bedroom cottage which can also be booked with the Byre if your party needs more space. Please note, Dogs are welcome by prior arrangement, but must not be left in the cottage alone during your stay and be kept on a lead at all times when outside the property as there is no enclosed area by the cottage and our livestock are usually nearby.
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A beautiful steading conversion on a working farm in rural Aberdeenshire
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A beautiful steading conversion on a working farm in rural Aberdeenshire
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights
Please turn the heating down to 10 degrees on all thermostats if you have had it on and open the windows to air the cottage.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Dogs are not to be left alone in the cottage and need to be on a lead at all times when outside the property.
Important information
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Property Registration Number AS 00497F
Property # 10309912
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
Huntly
Located in Huntly, this cottage is in a rural area and in the mountains. Kildrummy Castle and Leith Hall and Garden are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Alford Valley Steam Railway and Dean's of Huntly. Travelling with kids? Consider Insch Meadows Wildlife Area and Bennachie Leisure Centre. Fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby.
Alford Valley Steam Railway - 18 min drive - 18.2 km
Grampian Transport Museum - 18 min drive - 18.6 km
Getting around
Huntly Station - 20 min drive
Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) - 50 min drive
Restaurants
Kildrummy Inn - 5 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is A beautiful 3 Bedroom accessible steading conversion in rural Aberdeenshire pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).
How much is parking at A beautiful 3 Bedroom accessible steading conversion in rural Aberdeenshire?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at A beautiful 3 Bedroom accessible steading conversion in rural Aberdeenshire?
Check-in begins at 4:30 PM.
What time is check-out at A beautiful 3 Bedroom accessible steading conversion in rural Aberdeenshire?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is A beautiful 3 Bedroom accessible steading conversion in rural Aberdeenshire located?
Located in the mountains, this family-friendly cottage is within 9 mi (15 km) of Kildrummy Castle, Cairngorms National Park and Haughton Country Park. Grampian Transport Museum and Leith Hall and Garden are also within 9 miles (15 km).
About the host
Hosted by Thomas and Fiona Jackson
Boghead is home to Thomas and Fiona and Ewan as well as 4 dogs Red the working collie and Glen who is Red's apprentice, Storm and Rum who are both Working Cocker Spaniels and Harvey the ginger cat. Thomas is from generations of Farmers and Fiona works for the NHS. She also runs her own business on the farm as a qualified Reflexologist offering Foot and Hand Treatments. Ewan is a qualified personal trainer and helps out on the farm. We moved to Boghead from Gloucestershire in 2012 bringing our farm animals and equipment with us, the first winter some of the animals lived in what is now the holiday cottage. We run Aberdeen Angus Beef cattle (the local breed) and Vendeen sheep on this small traditionally run farm. In 2013 we started the process of converting the run down steading into two holiday cottages with the first being completed in August 2016 and this one opening in June 2019
Why they chose this property
The restoration and conversion of the steading to 2 cottages gives visitors the chance to enjoy this lovely rural area which we are lucky enough to enjoy as both our home and business.
What makes this property unique
Who could not be enchanted by the peace and quiet and stunning scenery which is forever changing depending on the seasons and the light.
Languages:
English
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