Wonderfully secluded cottage among the rolling hills of Aberdeenshire, at the southern end of Strathbogie. On the edge of the Knockespoch estate, it has spectacular views towards the Tap o' Noth, site of the one of the highest hill forts in Scotland, in an area that abounds with history. Among the wonderful wildlife to be seen on the estate are red squirrels, foxes, badger, owls, red and roe deer.
Sleeps 2 +2 travel cot and high chair on request.
1 well trained dog welcome.
Accommodation on ground floor comprises 1 bedroom with 5ft bed and open log fire complete with safety glass. Comfortable double sofabed in living room for +2.
Bathroom with WC WB and bath with shower over.
Well equipped breakfasting kitchen with seating for 4 + 2, fridge freezer, microwave, electric stove and gas hob, electric kettle and toaster, dishwasher and washing machine.
Large living room with dining area seating 4 + 4, wood burning stove, TV and satellite, DVD. Games, and books.
Telephone.
Internet access available on request.
Private garden with lawn and seating area.
Adjacent Outbuilding with tumble dryer. Storage for bikes, fishing and sports gear, drying area, garden furniture, barbeque, kennel on request.
Heating and logs included.
Highlights
Fabulous wildlife and views, wonderfully peaceful.
In the midst of castle and whisky country!
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Pictures
Living room at Mar Lodge holiday cottage
Facilities
Sleeps:
4
Bedrooms:
1
Cot Available:
Yes
Disabled Facilities: No. All rooms are on one level, although bath may be a problem.
Linen Provided: Yes. Towels, teatowels and bedlinen provided.
Pets Allowed: Yes. 1 well-behaved dog allowed in the cottage.
Central Heating: No. Fuel type: Electric
Open Fire: Yes. Fuel type: Wood
Smoking Allowed: No.
Outdoor Facilities: Yes. Garden furniture and barbeque. Outbuilding for storing bicycles or sporting equipment or setting up your easel.
Local Services: Nearest village shop Rhynie - 3 miles
Nearest train station at Insch 6 miles, Huntly 12 miles: Aberdeen - Inverness line.
Nearest Airport Aberdeen 40 minutes drive
Nearest beach 40 mins. Good beaches at Sandend and Cruden Bay.
Pony trekking 8 miles
Dry ski slope at Alford (8 miles) Nordic and alpine skiiing at The Lecht and nearby Nordic ski centre at Huntly.
Pony trekking under 8 miles.
Swimming at Alford and Huntly
Nearest Golf 6 miles
Great base for Whisky and Castle trails: Craigievar Castle and Leith Hall nearby
Gardens
Tea room 2 miles,
Nearest pub 3 miles
Nearest restaurant Alford
Directions
Car recommended. Cyclists and walkers welcome.
Nearest train station at Insch 6 miles, Huntly 12 miles: Aberdeen - Inverness line.
Nearest Airport Aberdeen 40 minutes drive
Flights BMI and BA from LHR
Easyjet from Luton
Flybe from BHX, MAN, LGW from April and Southampton and many other routes.
Eastern Airways Bristol, Southampton, Exeter
Weekly lets start on a Friday from £295.00 low season, to £595.00 Peak season.
3 night breaks start on Friday £210.00.
4 night breaks start on Monday £210.00.
Available all year.
7 nights/14 nights Friday 4.00pm to Friday 10.00am.
3 nights Friday 4.00pm to Monday 10.00am.
4 nights Monday 4.00pm to Friday 10.00am.
Longer lets considered.
Awards and Accolades
Awards:
Furnished to STB 4 star standard
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