Guests say
Guests are charmed by the spacious, well-appointed North Wing - Pitmedden Gardens, praising its grandeur, cleanliness, and access to beautiful gardens. The historic property's period furnishings and large, comfortable beds are appreciated, though some find the lounge furniture less comfortable. The well-equipped kitchen and the warmth of the property receive positive mentions, as does the picturesque location. The unique experience of staying in a property with private garden access is a highlight for many.
The property is consistently described as clean and well-maintained, with only a few isolated comments about cobwebs and kitchen cleanliness. The overall impression is of a high standard of cleanliness.
The location is praised for its picturesque setting and quietness, with easy access to gardens and nearby attractions. Some minor comments about the village planning and a suggestion for better external lighting slightly temper the otherwise positive feedback.
The comfort of the beds is frequently commended, contributing to a restful stay. However, several guests mention the lounge furniture being uncomfortable, suggesting the addition of cushions or replacement. The warmth of the property is noted positively.
Facilities are generally well-regarded, with a well-equipped kitchen and ample private parking. Some guests suggest improvements to lighting, heating controls, and Wi-Fi coverage. Maintenance issues are minor and do not detract significantly from the overall experience.
While the reviews reflect a positive experience, there is no mention of gifts or special touches that would indicate thoughtfulness from the hosts. Therefore, it is not possible to provide a score in this category.
About this property
Resting at the heart of the National Trust for Scotland's Pitmedden Garden is North Wing, a beautiful section of the large manor house that lies within these scenic grounds. Providing a fabulous holiday base in Aberdeenshire, North Wing is suitable for a group of seven guests seeking the delights of rural north-east Scotland, whilst still being within easy reach of 'The Granite City' and the coast. Be welcomed into the spacious hallway of North Wing and follow the corridor and up a few steps into the charming sitting room after a busy day outdoors, Head back through the ground floor to find the kitchen, equipped with all the appliances you need for a self-catered stay, you can rustle up a feast in here. Serve up a delicious dish in the beautiful dining room, arguably the heart of the home with a 17th century decorative use inglenook, dine together as the conversation and wine flows, ending another wonderful day. Travel up to the first floor via the spiral stone staircase to choose from four delightful bedrooms all featuring antique furnishings and elegant décor. A lovely double bedroom and a twin bedroom each boast a basin within the room for your convenience, with the double enjoying a cute little nook with an armchair, perfect for getting stuck into a good book. Settle down in the single bedroom or head up a few steps and down the hall to find the huge master bedroom where a double bed awaits and a charming sitting area with armchairs and a feature fireplace and vintage basin add further character to this gorgeous setting. Completing the layout of North Wing are the two bathrooms, one being a shower room and the other home to a bath with an overhead shower, along with a cloakroom on the ground floor, providing several place to freshen up. Relish the wondrous surroundings of Aberdeenshire from this traditional and grand dwelling, North Wing. Note: This property can be booked with Ref. 1060431, together sleeping 11 guests.
Resting in the north east of Scotland and just seven miles from the coast is the charming, rural village of Pitmedden. This Aberdeenshire village makes a great holiday base thanks to its lovely location paired with ample amenities, including a supermarket, a café, a pub and a takeaway. The village's most famous attraction has to be Pitmedden Garden, a National Trust for Scotland property comprising of beautiful boxwood hedging. Discover the wonderful city of Aberdeen and the rugged coast at Newburgh.
Accommodation
Four bedrooms: 1 x double with sitting area, 1 x double with basin, 1 x twin with basin, 1 x single.
Shower room with shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Cloakroom with basin, heated towel rail and WC.
Kitchen.
Sitting room with open fire.
Spiral stone staircase, no handrail
Electric panel heating with open fire.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, TV, WiFi.
Fuel, power and enough coal for first fire included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off-road parking for 3 cars.
Access to Pitmedden Garden.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop 0.8 miles, pub 0.7 miles.
Holiday guests have access to the estate grounds outside of the regular opening hours.
The charging of electric vehicles is not permitted.
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 (31)
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Ruzha
Everything was perfect, the rooms were warm enough, internet connection fast and the property was just minutes away from Pitmedden. The Garden was beautiful. I highly recommend it.
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Emma
The house and gardens were wonderful for everyone and with our National Trust for Scotland membership we were able to visit different castles, gardens and play parks all week without ever visiting anywhere twice. We liked it so much that we booked another week there for later in the year.
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Andrew
We did have some difficulty with the heaters in two of the bedrooms, Old Craig and the bedroom facing it across the landing. The heaters kept cutting out and becoming stone cold, despite our best efforts and having read the manual for advice. The backup moveable heaters saved the situation. But everything else was very much to our liking. Being able to access the garden is wonderful, and we met a very friendly black cat which followed us around.