3 bedroom cottage, with far reaching views of the garden and open countryside.

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A grassy field with a large tree and a stone wall in the background.
A dining area with a table set for four, surrounded by wooden chairs with floral upholstery.
A traditional house with a gravel pathway leading to a wooden archway.
A room with a door leading to a garden.
A well-maintained garden with a lawn, a small tree, and a stone wall. There are potted plants and a table with chairs.

Reviews

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

Highlights

  • Bring your furry friends
    Top-rated for creating memorable stays with your pets.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available
  • Garden

Explore the area

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Whitehills
  • Place, Duff House
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Grampian Kart Club
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Inverboyndie Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bunk Room

2 Single Bunk Beds

Master

2 Double Beds

Twin Room

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden

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About the area

Banff

Located in Banff, this cottage is in a rural area and by the sea. Banff Castle and Duff House are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Inverboyndie Beach and Sanine Beach. Grass Labyrinth and Portsoy Ice Cream are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with sailing and surfing/body boarding nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.
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Whitehills

What's nearby

  • Duff House - 7 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Duff House Royal Golf Club - 7 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Grampian Kart Club - 7 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Inverboyndie Beach - 9 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Portsoy Pottery - 10 min drive - 9.1 km

Getting around

  • Keith Station - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Market Arms - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Aspire - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Happy Palace - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪SEAFIELD ARMS - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Kafé - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 3 bedroom cottage, with far reaching views of the garden and open countryside. pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at 3 bedroom cottage, with far reaching views of the garden and open countryside.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 3 bedroom cottage, with far reaching views of the garden and open countryside.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 3 bedroom cottage, with far reaching views of the garden and open countryside.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 3 bedroom cottage, with far reaching views of the garden and open countryside. located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is 2 mi (3.3 km) from Grampian Kart Club and 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Inverboyndie Beach. Banff Castle and Grass Labyrinth are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nicest Cottage we have ever bee to. Equipped by love and passion.The area of the cottage is full of nice activities.The hosts are very kind and passionated.Everything was tidy and working.Beautiful garden with toys for the kids.We will go there again.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Sept, 2026
Hi Family Brouns Thank you for your review and your kind words. It was a pleasure to welcome you all and we both very much look forward to welcoming you back on your next Scottish adventure. Best R&T
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10/10 Excellent

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

What a place absolutely fantastic place

If you have a dog the secure garden is wonderful, the whole place is idyllic and peaceful, ramsey and tracey have done a wonderful job and would recommend to anyone,
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 May, 2025
Hi Mark Thanks for your kind words as it was a pleasure to welcome you, Julie and of course Bailey to our Garden Cottage. We do look forward to welcoming back in the near future. Best Ramsay and Tracy
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage in beautiful big gardens. We had such a relaxing stay, Ramsay was so helpful with local knowledge and things to do. Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Aug, 2025
Hi Sal Thanks for your kind words, we are both very pleased that you enjoyed your short break with us. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future. Best R&T
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A wonderful cottage and host. Great space with an amazing garden. Lots of helpful advice from host on local area. Super quiet with very peaceful surroundings. Easy access to main roads and beaches so a brilliant base for exploring Aberdeenshire.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Jul, 2025
Hi Dan Thankyou for your very kind words and for your feedback on our cottage and area, its very much appreciated. We both look forward to welcoming you and your family back to St Brandon Country Cottages in the future. Safe travel's and enjoy the remainder of your holidays. Best Ramsay & Tracy
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A Haven

The garden and surrounding area was a much needed tonic - and kept the youngsters off their screens a lot!! The property is simple but very nicely presented and had everything we needed. We felt welcome by the hosts and will definitely book to stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Jun, 2023
Hi Rachel Thanks for your kind words regarding your stay in our Garden Cottage. We do both look forward to welcoming you and your family back in the very near future. Best Ramsay & Tracy
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a lovely time at the cottage. It was perfect for what we needed.The cottage was well equipped, we were able to cater very well from the kitchen. Being all on one level made it easy with two young children. The huge garden was a hit with our toddler and such a lovely touch that a little slide and water table plus the balls and games were provided. Ramsay was attentive and made sure we were settled in well and had what we needed. It is such a lovely and peaceful setting with walks and The Boyndie centre and Sunday House Tearoom in the village, lovely beaches nearby and plenty to do. I'd really recommend a stay here, with kids or as part of a quiet retreat.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Jul, 2026
Hi C Thank you for taking the time to review your stay with us at Garden Cottage and for your kind words. It was a pleasure to meet you and your family and we both very much look forward to welcoming you back in the near future. Best Ramsay & Tracy
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were given an extremely warm welcome by Ramsay on our arrival. He could not have been more helpful. The accommodation is spacious and was spotlessly clean.The garden is ideal for dogs as it is totally enclosed with a high stone wall. When our 3 year old grandson came to visit, Ramsay even brought his tractor for Leo to sit on!The cottages are located in a very beautiful and peaceful part of Scotland and close to Whitehills and Banff, both well worth visiting. We would highly recommend this property. Mary and Iain
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Aug, 2026
Hi Mary & Iain and thankyou for you taking the time to review your stay in Garden Cottage and for your kind and positive words. We both look forward to welcoming you back very soon. Best R&T
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a lovely cottage and our hosts Ramsey and Tracey were amazing - even introduced us to their friend and got us a bottle of wine on learning it was our wedding anniversary. The welcome pack was a wonderful surprise. I can't recommend highly enough - I wish I could give more than 5 stars.
The cottage
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Jul, 2025
Hi Julie Thanks for your kind words as it was a pleasure to welcome you Rog and the "girls" to our cottages. We both look forward to welcoming you back very soon. Best Ramsay Tracy ....... & Poppy !!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Idyllic

For this area of Scotland I totally recommend this property. The grounds are stunning and extremely well kept and large enough for games of cricket! The property is just like the photos and has a very homely feel. Everything we needed was available and the hosts are very local, available and great people. We loved it and found it a wonderful place to stay. It feels like a hidden gem
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Sept, 2024
Hi Clare Thank you for your very kind comments on your stay with us in our Garden Cottage, they are very much appreciated. Likewise it was a pleasure to welcome you and your family and we both very much look forward welcoming you back in the near future. Thanks again Ramsay & Tracy
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Excellent Cottage

I received a warm welcome from the host and he could not do enough to make me welcome at the cottage. The cottage, as per the listing, is secluded and was ideal for my short break. If it is quiet and downtime you require then I recommend this property.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Oct, 2024
Hi John, firstly apologies for the delayed response. It was a pleasure to welcome you to our Garden Cottage and we are so glad you enjoyed your stay and the local sights and amenities. We do look forward to welcoming you back in the very near future. All the Best Ramsay and Trracy
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had such a lovely welcome from Ramsay at Garden Cottage. The cottage is beautifully appointed with a larged walled garden looking over to the Aberdeenshire hills. Inside, the cottage is comfortable and well equipped. The living area is spacious and has full length windows and a window seat looking onto the garden. There are plenty of places of interest to visit close by and a bit further afield. We would love to come back to stay here and explore more.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Aug, 2025
Thanks to you both for your very kind comments and we do look forward to welcoming you back in the very near future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Our homely stay

What a lovely couple who own the cottages, Ramsey,Tracy . Nothing was too much trouble , the cottage was spotless the gardens for the kids to play on amazing , took our mountain bikes and had the time of our lives, thankyou Ramsey for taking us around different close villages so we new where to go and get our bearings . Defo be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Sept, 2023
Hi Tracy Thankyou for the kind words and for taking the time to review your stay, likewise it was a pleasure to welcome you and your family to St Brandon's. Thanks again and we very much look forward to welcoming you back very soon. Best Ramsay & Tracy
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The facilities were spotless, great location, safe walled garden for pets/children. Lots of very useful descriptive information on the local areas to visit which was split into East and West by the host. The whole house was warm and comfortable with a log burner and readily available hot water 24/7 for baths/showers. We have stayed at 4 good properties recently and this was the best in provisions provided by the host with some nice personal touches down to the fresh flowers on the dining table. We highly recommend this place and will return. Ramsay and Tracy were excellent hosts who have perfected the art of giving you a home from home feeling in their lovely Cottages.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Oct, 2025
Hi Karen & Robert and thank you very much for taking the time to review your stay at Garden Cottage, your kind words and comments are very much appreciated. Thanks again and we both very much look forward to welcoming you back very soon. Best R&T
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Wonderful Time

Beautiful semi detached cottage. Very comfortable and spotlessly clean. The enclosed walled garden was a safe oasis for my daughter and dog who were both in their element with the freedom they had. We enjoyed lovely sunny weather which allowed us to utilise it for most of our stay.Ramsay was very responsive and quick to respond to any queries. We were really appreciative of the early self check in offered. The Sunday tea room was closed when we were there but we went to the visitor centre instead and had a lovely meal. I would highly recommend this beautiful property and most definitely will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Ein unvergesslich schöner Urlaub in einem außergewöhnlichen, liebevoll gestalteten Häuschen

Auf einen sehr herzlichen und warmen Empfang folgten 3 wundervolle Wochen, die wir nie vergessen werden. Das Haus, der traumhafte Garten und die Gastgeber haben alle Erwartungen übertroffen. Wir sind sehr dankbar für diese Erfahrung und freuen uns schon jetzt darauf, eines Tages wiederzukommen.
Stayed 19 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Aug, 2024
Hallo Tanje, vielen Dank für deine netten Kommentare. Sowohl ich als auch Tracy haben es sehr genossen, Sie, Ihre nette Familie und natürlich Lotti, den Hund, kennenzulernen. Wir freuen uns sehr, Sie bald wieder bei uns begrüßen zu dürfen. Nochmals vielen Dank, Ramsay & Tracy Hi Tanje, thank you very much for your kind comments. Both myself and Tracy very much enjoyed meeting you, your lovely family and of course Lotti the dog. We very much look forward to welcoming you again in the very near future. Thanks again Ramsay & Tracy
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Relax home from home

Beautiful location, property well equipped. Relax and peaceful. Ramsey was a perfect host. Thank you xx
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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So peaceful!

We absolutely loved our stay in garden cottage, so many extra details thought of within the cottage facilities, fantastic tips from the owners on the local area, beautiful views all around with the most beautiful countryside and sea views within just a short walk. Great tea rooms next door and our children felt incredibly free and safe playing in the garden.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Aug, 2021
Hi Karen and thank you for taking the time to review your stay with us. We are both very happy that you enjoyed your visit and we look forward to welcoming you back to St Brandon's in the near future. Our very best to you and the family Ramsay & Tracy
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Best of Boyndie

Lovely cottage. Clean, & cozy. Owners very welcoming & helpful Fantastic garden especially for children & dogs. Great walks virtually on the doorstep. Lovely tearoom next door and visitor centre close by.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Oct, 2020
Hi Anne, thanks for the feedback on the cottage and gardens. It was a pleasure to welcome you, Ray and your family. Best Ramsay and Tracy
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Perfect

Just an absolutely gorgeous location, the cottage was so clean, the garden was beautiful. Thanks for a great stay.
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Oct, 2020
Thank you for your feedback and we both very much look forward to welcoming you back to St Brandon's in the future. Ramsay & Tracy
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful house in such a beautiful area

Everything about this house and the stay we had was perfect. From the moment we were kindly welcomed by Tracey and Ramsey, to the cleanliness of the house, the comfort of all of the beds to the beautiful big garden that our children loved running around from dawn till dusk. The area the house is located in is perfect with many stunning and accessible beaches a short drive away. Thank you for our stay we all enjoyed it very much and hope one day to return.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Oct, 2020
Hi Katie and thank you for your feedback, it was a pleasure to meet you and your family and we very much look forward to welcoming you all back to St Brandon's very soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A perfect getaway!

A beautiful cottage located in a rural setting but only a short drive to Banff and within easy walking distance down a country lane to Whitehills. The best thing about this property is the large well maintained walled garden. Our dog had the time of his life! We had a couple small issues with the WiFi and TV but they were sorted very promptly by the owners who live right next door. Ramsay and Tracy were wonderful attentive hosts.
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Aug, 2020
HI Kira and thanks for your kind words regarding you stay with us in Garden Cottage, it was a pleasure to meet you and your family. Apologies for the slight blip with the TV and WiFi . We look forward to welcoming you and your family back to St Brandons in the future. R&T
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Boyndie quiet getaway

Lovely rural location with good walks from the cottage and shore within 30 mins walk. Hosts very kind and helpful. Downey's fish shop very friendly and helpful getting us lobster specially.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Absolutely perfect trip

Simply cannot fault the cottage or hosts. We were made to feel so incredibly welcome by Tracey and Ramsey from arrival who were extraordinarily kind and generous. The cottage and grounds are impeccably maintained and there are an abundance of great walks just on the doorstep. We will for sure be back as soon as we can and would highly recommend a visit to anyone.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Jul, 2020
Thank you for your kind words and it was a pleasure to meet you and your lovely family. We both very much look forward to welcoming you back to St Brandon's in the future.
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