NORTH MAINS COTTAGE - CRAIGIEVAR CASTLE in Alford, Aberdeenshire

This semi-detached cottage rests in the grounds of Craigievar Castle near Alford, Aberdeenshire and can sleep four people in two bedrooms.

North Mains Cottage is a wonderful semi-detached cottage resting in the grounds of Craigievar Castle near Alford, Aberdeenshire. Hostingon the first floor two twin bedrooms, along with a bathroom on the ground floor, this property can sleep up to four guests. There is also a kitchen and a living/dining room with a woodburning stove. Outside there is parking beside the property and access to the castle grounds. North Mains Cottage makes a perfect base for a holiday to Scotland with friends. This property has a Good Housekeeping Bond of 250 GBP

Amenities: Electric central heating with wood burning stove( Please provide own logs). Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge freezer, washing machine, dishwasher. TV and DVD player. Fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Cot and highchair available. Off-road parking for 2 cars close to the cottage. Access to the castle grounds. Two well-behaved dogs welcome. Sorry, no smoking. Shop & pub 5.3 miles. Holiday guests have access to the estate grounds outside of the regular opening hours. There is no WiFi at this property and mobile phone reception can be poor. If the Accommodation becomes inaccessible due to bad weather the National Trust for Scotland will take all reasonable steps to inform you and to offer an alternative National Trust for Scotland property. The opening times, visitor facilities and entry prices of all National Trust for Scotland properties and attractions can be viewed on their website here. The Charging of electric vehicles is not permitted

Region: From the lush green farmlands of the Borders to the ruggedness of the Highlands, the Scots are proud of their land and identity. Scotland also has some of Britain’s best beaches with glorious stretches of clean sand over which to roam.

Town: Alford is a small rural town resting in Aberdeenshire sitting by the River Don and the hills of Bennachie and Coreen. The town boasts a rich history as it is home to the Battle of Alford battleground, Alford Heritage Centre and the Grampian Transport Museum. Alford has a variety of shops, with a local butcher and a pub, as well as local fish van visiting every Tuesday and a fish and chip van every Thursday. Just outside the town is the spectacular Craigievar Castle, while Alford also has Alford Golf Course and Haughton and Murray country park.