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Colin v.
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Spacious Cottage in Grounds of Scottish Castle
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6
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Explore the area
Premnay, Scotland
- Loch Insch
- Bennachie Centre17 min drive
- Castle Fraser32 min drive
- Aberdeen (ABZ)34 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 3
1 Double Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Bathroom 2
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Spacious Cottage in Grounds of Scottish Castle
The Gardener's Cottage is in the grounds of Lickleyhead Castle in Scotland. This is the perfect spot for a family getaway or for spending time with friends. The cottage has been recently renovated and includes all the modern conveniences you would expect. The local area is rural and peaceful, you can't hear any traffic when you stand outside. Guests can explore the 11 acres of woodland and gardens surrounding the castle. There is a 6 person hot tub in the garden which overlooks 16th century Lickleyhead Castle. There is also a barbecue outside as well as outdoor seating. The cottage is on the lower slopes of the Bennachie mountain range and it is possible to reach the summits from the cottage without crossing any roads.
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Amenities
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
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
Property Registration Number AS-01071-F
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
About the area
Insch
Located in Insch, this cottage is in a rural area and in the mountains. Insch Connection Museum and Grampian Transport Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Haughton Country Park and Alford Valley Steam Railway. Travelling with kids? Consider Insch Meadows Wildlife Area and Kintore Play Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Premnay, Scotland
What's nearby
- Bennachie Centre - 17 min drive - 17.0 km
- Easter Aquhorthies Stone Circle - 28 min drive - 24.4 km
- Castle Fraser - 32 min drive - 30.8 km
- TECA - 33 min drive - 43.6 km
- University of Aberdeen - 41 min drive - 50.7 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Morgan McVeighs - 12 min drive
- Rainbow - 6 min drive
- Kellockbank Country Emporium - 10 min drive
- The Pitstop - 11 min drive
- Alford Bistro - 16 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
10/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
About the host
Hosted by James Davies
Mother and son team Kathy and James have been hosting several years now.
Why they chose this property
It's a beautiful area with rolling hills and cute highland cows in the neighboring fields.
What makes this property unique
It overlooks a stunning 16th century castle (visible from the front). The castle is about 30 metres away from the cottage.
Languages:
English
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