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  • 1 bathroom

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If you’re looking for a rural escape, this delightful cottage in Carlincraig is sure to fit the bill. Although just over 30 miles from Aberdeen, also known as The Silver City due to its granite buildings, this home feels a world away from any sort of metropolis. Upon arrival, rolling hills and fields stretch for miles around this stony bolthole in the countryside. But the experience isn’t exactly rustic. Your host welcomes you with a luxury hamper, packed with nibbles and a bottle of champagne. Light up the wood-burning stove, get cosy under the ANTA of Scotland blankets, and say cheers to luxe country living. On sunny days in the garden, the little ones can keep entertained with the swing-ball set, or building their secret den in the tipi. And while they play, you can get round to lighting up the barbecue. Perhaps you could even indulge in a wee dram of whisky to stay warm while you wait. Of course, if you’re not in the mood for cooking, your host can arrange for a private chef to come over and handle dinner. We’re sure the whole family will love the fine, fresh, Scottish fare on offer.


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Highlights

Take a forty-five minute drive to find wild deer in the Cairngorms National Park

Take a forty-five minute drive to find wild deer in the Cairngorms National Park

Head into the granite-clad city of Aberdeen, just over 30 miles from home

Head into the granite-clad city of Aberdeen, just over 30 miles from home

Savour a Scottish feast – your host can arrange for a private chef to come over

Savour a Scottish feast – your host can arrange for a private chef to come over

Sip whisky by the fire on a chilly evening after the kids have gone to bed

Sip whisky by the fire on a chilly evening after the kids have gone to bed

Look out to the rolling hills and vast fields surrounding your rural home

Look out to the rolling hills and vast fields surrounding your rural home

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Home truths

    This home has its own private, main door entrance

    Parking is available onsite, and we recommend bringing a car to explore the rural area

    Your host can help with restaurant and activity recommendations for free, but for a fee, they can also organise private tours, airport pickup, fridge fills, a private chef, and more

    There are laptop-friendly workspaces such as the dining table

    Your host provides a luxury hamper – let them know if you'd like champagne, gin, or beer

    You'll need to climb stairs to get around the home, and taller guests need to mind their heads on the sloped ceilings

    The second bedroom has two singles which can be made into a superking upon request

    The owners are currently renovating the exterior

About this stay


Amenities

Wi-fi

Parking available

Washing machine

Dryer

Garden

TV

Bedrooms & bathrooms

2 bedrooms, 3 beds

1 bathroom

Extras


VIP services

Airport pick up

Daily cleaning

Fridge fills

Extras are subject to availability. Please enquire with your host.

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About Moray

Home to the Speyside whisky belt and a stretch of rugged coastline, the highland region of Moray is Scotland distilled to its core. More than half of Scotland’s whisky distilleries can be found in Speyside, drawn to the pure water and remote location during days of whisky smuggling. Now you can tour and taste single malts between visits to castles. Along the coast you’ll find deserted beaches where bone-white sand...

Get around

Airport

Aberdeen International

52 min

Inverness

1 hr 47 min

Wick John O'Groats

4 hr 16 min

Train station

Huntly (HNT)

24 min

Bus stop

High Street

15 min

Local shops & services

Convenience store

15 min

Cafe

15 min

Pharmacy

15 min

Points of interest

Beach

Sunnyside Beach

1 hr 6 min

Booking policies


House Rules

Children welcome (1-12 years)

Infants welcome (under 12 months)

No pets

No parties or events

No smoking

Good to know

Arrival from 16:00

Departure before 11:00

Wifi

No air con

Cancellation policy

  • Up until

    24

    hours

    Cancel at least 24 hours before your check-in date for a full refund.

  • Not eligible for a refund once your check-in date is under 24 hours away.

Host


This home is managed by Sonia

This home is managed directly by a business. A member of their staff will be your point of contact before and during your stay. Hosting is Sonia's bread and butter. Having worked in the hotel industry for several years, she knows exactly what guests want. Her beautiful self-catering homes are unique and fully stocked with everything you need – she can even arrange for services like airport transfers, fridge fills and private chefs to make your stay extra special. Sonia knows all the best spots, too – be it lovely restaurants to fun day trips – so don't be afraid to ask.

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