Pet Friendly Countryside Retreat

About this property

Pet Friendly Countryside Retreat is a delightful cottage resting at Aulton Farm in Auchattie, just outside Banchory, Aberdeenshire. Surrounded by attractive countryside and well placed for exploring Royal Deeside, this inviting retreat welcomes couples, small families, solo travellers, and business guests seeking a well-positioned base for discovering the natural beauty of northeast Scotland. Step inside and find a thoughtfully arranged interior designed to make your stay as enjoyable as possible. The sitting room provides a welcoming place to relax after a day spent exploring, with comfortable seating, a TV, and WiFi for keeping entertained or planning the adventures ahead. A double sofa bed offers additional flexibility for families travelling with children.

The kitchen is equipped with everything needed for a self-catered break, including an electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, dishwasher, coffee maker, kettle, and toaster, making mealtimes effortless throughout your stay. When it is time to retire for the evening, the double bedroom offers a restful space to unwind. A shower room with walk-in shower, basin, and WC serves the property, providing a refreshing place to prepare for the day ahead. Outside, guests can enjoy the garden area, an ideal spot for savouring the fresh country air with a morning coffee or evening drink. Off-road parking adds further convenience, while the surrounding quiet lanes and countryside provide excellent opportunities for walking straight from the doorstep.

One well-behaved pet is also welcome to join your Highland adventures. A shop and pub can both be reached with a short journey, while nearby Banchory offers a wider range of amenities, cafés, restaurants, and independent shops. Visit Crathes Castle to explore its historic interiors and colourful walled gardens, or discover the woodland trails and outdoor activities at Scolty Hill, where rewarding views await from the iconic tower. Venture along the scenic routes of Royal Deeside to enjoy attractions such as Drum Castle, Balmoral Estate, and Loch Muick. Aberdeen also makes an excellent day out, home to Aberdeen Maritime Museum, Duthie Park and Winter Gardens, and the city's sandy beach.

Nature lovers will appreciate the wealth of walking routes, forests, rivers, and wildlife throughout the surrounding countryside, while keen golfers can enjoy several highly regarded courses in the region. However you choose to spend your time, Pet Friendly Countryside Retreat provides a wonderful base for exploring Aberdeenshire and Royal Deeside.

Banchory is an attractive Scottish town lying approximately 15 miles west of Aberdeen on the banks of the River Dee. It is a vibrant and well serviced town and nearby Crathes Castle is a popular tourist attraction and is considered to be one of the most superb castles in Scotland. The castle is open all year and owned by the National Trust for Scotland. Banchory boasts its own golf club with a driving range, mountain bike trails and a skatepark near the centre of the town. Of course, the River Dee offers excellent fishing opportunities and permits can be obtained locally. The pleasant high street has a supermarket and a fascinating mixture of shops where finding that special holiday souvenir will be easy.

Accommodation

Single-storey.

One double bedroom.

Shower room with walk-in shower, basin, and WC.

Kitchen.

Sitting room with double sofa bed

Electric heating.

Electric oven, electric hob, microwave, fridge, dishwasher, coffee maker, kettle, toaster.

TV and WiFi.

Fuel and power included in rent.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

Highchair and travel cot available.

Off-road parking for 1 car.

Non-enclosed garden.

One well-behaved pet welcome.

Sorry, no smoking.

Shop 1.1 miles, pub 1.5 miles.

Note: No parties permitted