Guests say
Guests are charmed by Courtyard Cottage's beautiful grounds, historical allure, and the warm welcome from staff. The cottage's comfort, cleanliness, and unique setting within Drum Castle's estate receive high praise. The scenic walks and peaceful environment are consistently appreciated, making it a favoured retreat for many who plan return visits.
Reviews indicate a high level of cleanliness with only minor mentions of cobwebs and dust. The property is generally described as cosy and clean, suggesting that guests are satisfied with the standards of cleanliness.
The location is highly praised for its beautiful scenery, peacefulness, and the walks available on the estate. Its proximity to attractions and the unique experience of staying within castle grounds contribute to its high rating.
The cottage is frequently described as comfortable and cosy, with well-equipped facilities. Some guests suggested improvements for additional comfort, such as grab rails and better heating, but overall, the comfort level is rated highly.
Facilities are generally well-regarded, with modern appliances and a well-appointed space. Some reviews suggest minor improvements, such as better lighting outside and the addition of an iron, but these do not detract significantly from the overall positive feedback.
There is no mention of gifts or special thoughtful touches provided by the hosts in the reviews, so it is not possible to assess this category. Therefore, the score is set to null.
About this property
Peterculter 3.7 miles. Courtyard Cottage is a first floor apartment settled within the historic courtyard of the National Trust for Scotland’s Drum Castle. Steeped in 700 years of history, this property was once home to the Irvine family, its rich history evidenced in its antique artefacts and décor throughout. Enter the apartment via several stairs, leading you into a quaint living space where you can relax with your loved one, lighting up the woodburning stove to create a homely aura for a romantic evening. Make use of the contemporary kitchen amenities to rustle up a delicious home cooked meal to enjoy in the dining area, or dine out in one of the nearby restaurants to celebrate a special occasion. At the end of each evening, find rest in the spacious double bedroom, decorated in tasteful green hues, accompanied by ample storage and sleek oak flooring to create a contemporary space to unwind. Choose between a serene bubble bath and invigorating shower in the elegant bathroom, the perfect area to get ready for the day, with the added luxury of warming underfloor heating. Settled into the grounds of the National Trust for Scotland’s Drum Castle, this property allows guests to explore the castle hallways, home to a library housing more then 4,000 books, a 17th century chapel, Garden of Historic Roses and an award-winning wildlife garden where guests can picnic in the sunshine or enjoy fantastic views from the battlements. Nature lovers can walk through the Old Wood of Drum, home to many plants and animals, including roe deer, red kites and red squirrels. Drumoak village houses a local shop for essentials and a coffee shop where guests can grab lunch, and there are more amenities and attractions at Peterculter. Visit Aberdeen for a greater selection of tasty eateries, a golf course and museum, or head into the Cairngorms National Park to immerse yourself in stunning scenery, within which you will find watersports, mountain biking and even skiing and snowboarding opportunities. Crathes Castle is also worth a visit, home to more trails to explore and more intriguing history. Feel like royalty on an intimate weekend away at Courtyard Cottage. This property can be booked with Ref. 1136183, together sleeping 4 guests.
The suburb of Peterculter rests in the heart of Aberdeenshire, a short journey away from Aberdeen city and close to the River Dee, home to a selection of shops, pubs, cafés, restaurants, takeaways and a heritage centre, museum and village hall. Other destinations in easy reach include the historic town of Banchory and the outstanding Cairngorms National Park. Peterculter is a fun-filled base for a family holiday or trip with friends.
Accommodation
First floor apartment.
One double bedroom.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin, underfloor heating and WC.
Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with woodburning stove ( Please provide your own fuel)
Electric central heating, underfloor heating and woodburning stove.
Electric oven and hob, fridge, microwave, washing machine, dishwasher, TV.
Wi-Fi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Parking is available in the main car park, but guests may park outside the cottage to unload belongings.
Access to courtyard and castle grounds.
Two well-behaved dogs welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 2.4 miles, pub 3.3 miles.
Holiday guests have access to the estate grounds outside of the regular opening hours.
Access is via an external staircase with handrail (approx 12 steps) and a further four steps upon entering the apartment.
The opening times, visitor facilities and entry prices of all National Trust for Scotland properties and attractions can be viewed on their website here
Reviews (34)
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Louise
The apartment is very comfortable and has everything you will need .Our 2 Scottish terriers loved their walks in the grounds.Staff in the castle very friendly and once the visitors left and we had the castle to ourselves it was very special.No doubt we will be back .
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Zoe
We got married at Drum this year, and came back for our honeymoon. We took a cab from Aberdeen, so you definitely donât need a car to get here. The castle and staff are amazing (Paul is an amazing guide!) and the trails on the property are fun and easy. We canât recommend this place enough!
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Andrew
Please make a correction to the facilities: there IS WiFi available at this property (NTS Guest).