Drumhead Bothy, Aboyne

Accommodation Details

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.

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.

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.

Amenities & Facilities

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 inc. in rent. Use of large garden and Orchard. Bed linen and towels inc. 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.

Location Details

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.

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