Drumhead Bothy

ID: S175283

  • Bedrooms 2
  • ・ Sleeps 4
  • ・ Pets 2

About this property

Aboyne 7 miles. Nestled in the pretty village of Finzean, in the open countryside of the Scottish Highlands, is this delightful traditional cottage. Internally, the property has been renovated to provide a stylish and contemporary holiday home for a small group of friends or families looking to escape to the countryside. Spend your evenings in the spacious open-plan sitting room, with plenty of furniture to curl up and unwind into the evening, with a warming woodburning stove to keep you warm during those chillier winter months. The kitchen has been fitted to a high-standard and provides delightful wooden units and sleek worktops, with a range of contemporary appliances so you can easily cook up a storm for the whole family! Walk through to the ground-floor bedrooms, with a double greeting you first, and leads into a twin bedroom. Both bedrooms will share the en-suite shower room attached to the master bedroom, where you can enjoy a relaxing soak after a tiring day. Sit out on the front patio area and simply delight in its stunning country views surrounding with a warming cup of tea of a morning, also an excellent place to catch up on some reading. Due to your rural location, you will have easy access to the thriving village of Aboyne for a choice of traditional pubs and restaurants for some fine food options and real Scottish ale, not to mention its whisky. The Loch of Aboyne is a shallow lake, perfect for those interested in fishing and sailing, you'll also have access to cycling, hillwalking, birdwatching and gliding nearby. Discover Kincardine Castle which is only open for public events, a Victorian mansion offering a look into historical architecture and Victiorian life with its ornate dining room and stunning landscaped gardens. You are also within reach of the beautiful Cairngorms National Park for a plethora of countryside attractions, including walking and cycling opportunities. Further afield is the thriving coastal city of Aberdeen, which boasts many tourist attractions, you'll struggle to fit everything into one trip! Some historical locations include the Aberdeen Maritime Museum, St Machar's Cathedral, The Gordon Highlanders Museum and Aberdeen Art Gallery, all well-worth a trip. Drumhead Bothy is an exceptional base for touring this beautiful part of the Scottish countryside. EPC Rating: Band E

This stunning village rests on the banks of the picturesque River Dee, on the eastern fringes of the Cairngorms National Park and close to the world-famous Scottish Highlands. It is an excellent spot for exploring the great outdoors, not only with the Cairngorms National Park abounding in beautiful walking and cycling paths, but Aboyne itself plays host to an all-weather tennis court, a bowling green and an 18-hole golf course. In terms of amenities, the village offers a couple of handy shops, welcoming pubs and local facilities including a newsagents and a butchers. North of the village, discover the immaculate Aboyne Castle. A 31-mile drive west will lead you towards the striking port city of Aberdeen, abounding in fine architecture and hosting a wealth of excellent attractions and amenities.

Accommodation

All-ground-floor.

Two bedrooms: 1 x double with en-suite shower, basin and WC and 1 x twin.

Cloakroom with basin and WC.

Open-plan living room with a kitchen, dining area and sitting area with woodburning stove.

Underfloor electric heating, woodburning stove.

Electric oven and hob, microwave, toaster, kettle, fridge, coffee machine, dishwasher, washing machine and dryer, TV and WiFi.

Fuel and power included in rent.

Use of large garden and Orchard.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

Ample off-road parking.

Small front patio area with furniture.

Only dogs are welcome at a maximum of 2 dogs.

Sorry, no smoking.

Shop 7.5 miles and pub 7 miles.

Note: The twin bedroom can only be accessed via the double bedroom and will share that room's en-suite shower room
Note: Unfenced Pond, children need to be supervised
Note: This property can not take any bookings that start on a Sunday.

Note: The property does not have facilities to charge electric vehicles.

Reviews (71)

  • Suliman

    From the moment we arrived, we were greeted with the warmest welcome and genuine kindness. The hosts went above and beyond to ensure our comfort and happiness throughout our stay, making us feel like part of their family. The accommodation itself was incredibly comfortable and impeccably clean, providing us with everything we needed for a relaxing getaway. We enjoyed spending time both inside the cozy cottage and outside in the beautiful surroundings, soaking in the peaceful atmosphere. Our stay happened to coincide with Eid alfeter, and we were pleasantly surprised by Angus and Gudy's thoughtful gift to celebrate the special occasion. Their generosity and attention to detail truly made our stay unforgettable. We can't wait to return to this charming cottage and will definitely be recommending it to all our friends and family. Thank you, Angus and Gudy, for an unforgettable experience!

  • Christopher

    Another warm welcome from Angus & Judy and the accommodation as perfect as I remembered it. I think this place is now my post-winter break for the peace & quiet and stunning location. I'll maybe try a bit later next year to see how the peaches are doing!

  • Miriam

    The cottage is wonderfully cosy and comfortable, with everything you’d need. Our dog loved cosying up by the fire and our eight month old explored every inch, we can say it is very well baby proofed! Angus and Jude were the perfect hosts, we look forward to going back.

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