SOUTH MAINS COTTAGE - CRAIGIEVAR CASTLE in Alford, Aberdeenshire

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

South Mains Cottage is a charming semi-detached cottage resting in the grounds of Craigievar Castle near Alford, Aberdeenshire. Hosting three bedrooms, including a double, two twins,along with a ground-floor bathroom, this property can sleep up to six guests. There is also a kitchen/diner and a sitting room, while outside there is off-road parking and a private garden. South Mains Cottage can be the base for your next family adventure to Scotland. Please note: Over the Christmas and New Year period, this property can only accept a minimum stay of 7 nights. This property has a Good Housekeeping Bond of 350 GBP

Amenities: Electric central heating. 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. Travel cot and highchair available. Off-road parking for 3 cars close to the cottage. Garden. Two well-behaved dogs welcome. Sorry, no smoking. Shop ad 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. There are 3 steps up to the path leading to the entrance of the cottage, Internally there is a staircase to the first floor and all the bedrooms. The charging of electric vehicles is not permitted. 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. Please note: Over the Christmas and New Year period, this property can only accept a minimum stay of 7 nights. The opening times, visitor facilities and entry prices of all National Trust for Scotland properties and attractions can be viewed on their website here


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: Lying next to the River Don in the region of Aberdeenshire is the lovely town of Alford, offering a great base for a host of outdoor adventures in Scotland. Within easy reach of the Cairngorms National Park and the shores of the 'Granite City' of Aberdeen, Aldford has all you need for a self-catered stay including shops, pubs and local businesses like butchers, a fish van every week and a fish and chip van each week too. Visit the wondrous Craigievar Castle just outside the town for a great day out.