South Mains Cottage - Craigievar Castle

Alford, AB33 8JF, United Kingdom – Excellent location - show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location — rated 9.2/10! <small>(score from <b>3</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
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South Mains Cottage - Craigievar Castle

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8.3
Scored 8.3
Very good
Rated very good
3 reviews
  • Entire home
  • 1399 ft² size
  • Kitchen
  • View
  • Garden
  • Pets allowed
  • Washing machine
  • Free parking
  • Private bathroom
  • Parking on site

Set in Alford in the Grampian region with Craigievar Castle nearby, South Mains Cottage - Craigievar Castle offers accommodation with free private parking. The property is around 37 km from Huntly Castle, 43 km from Aberdeen Art Gallery & Museum and 44 km from Aberdeen Harbour. The property is non-smoking and is situated 45 km from Beach Ballroom. The spacious holiday home features 3 bedrooms, a TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, a washing machine, and 2 bathrooms with a shower. Guests at the holiday home will be able to enjoy activities in and around Alford, like golfing, cycling and fishing. Guests can also relax in the garden. Hilton Community Centre is 45 km from South Mains Cottage - Craigievar Castle, while Balmoral Castle is 47 km away. The nearest airport is Aberdeen Airport, 40 km from the accommodation.

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Most popular facilities
  • Free parking

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

Free private parking available on-site

Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 double bed
Bedroom 2:
2 single beds
Bedroom 3:
2 single beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.2
Facilities
9.2
Cleanliness
10
Comfort
8.3
Value for money
9.2
Location
9.2
High score for Alford
Quality rating
This property is rated 4 out of 5 as compared to other homes and apartments on our site. The rating is based on overall quality using factors such as review score, facilities, size, location and service.

Managed by Sykes Holiday Cottages

Company review score: 9.1Based on 76,891 reviews from 21780 properties
21780 managed properties

Company information

Sykes Holiday Cottages is an independent holiday cottage rental agency, with the finest selection of holidays across the UK and Ireland. Whether it’s a family-friendly holiday, a pet-friendly holiday or an activity and adventure-filled holiday, find your ideal UK break with Sykes Holiday Cottages. Our sister brands include Abersoch Quality Homes, Best of Suffolk, Carbis Bay Holidays, Character Cottages, Coast and Country Cottages, Coast and Country Holidays, Cornish Cottage Holidays, Dream Cottages, Heart of the Lakes, Helpful Holidays, Hideaways, Hogans Irish Cottages, John Bray, Lakes Cottage Holidays, Lake District Lodge Holidays, Lakelovers, Manor Cottages, Menai Holidays, Northumbria Coast & Country, Welsh Coast and Country Cottages and Yorkshire Coastal Cottages, and our family extends as far as Bachcare in New Zealand.

Property information

South Mains Cottage is a charming semi-detached cottage resting in the grounds of Craigievar Castle near Alford, Aberdeenshire. Hosting three bedrooms, including a double, two twins,along with a ground-floor bathroom, this property can sleep up to six guests. There is also a kitchen/diner and a sitting room, while outside there is off-road parking and a private garden. South Mains Cottage can be the base for your next family adventure to Scotland. There is no WiFi at this property. Note: There are 3 steps up to the path leading to the entrance of the cottage. Note: If the Accommodation becomes inaccessible due to bad weather the National Trust for Scotland will take all reasonable steps to inform you and to offer an alternative National Trust for Scotland property.

Neighbourhood information

Lying next to the River Don in the region of Aberdeenshire is the lovely town of Alford, offering a great base for a host of outdoor adventures in Scotland. Within easy reach of the Cairngorms National Park and the shores of the 'Granite City' of Aberdeen, Aldford has all you need for a self-catered stay including shops, pubs and local businesses like butchers, a fish van every week and a fish and chip van each week too. Visit the wondrous Craigievar Castle just outside the town for a great day out.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Facilities of South Mains Cottage - Craigievar Castle
Great facilities! Review score, 9.2

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Internet
    No internet access available.
    Kitchen
    • Children's high chair
    • Toaster
    • Stovetop
    • Oven
    • Electric kettle
    • Kitchen
    • Washing machine
    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave
    • Refrigerator
    Bedroom
    • Linen
    • Wardrobe or closet
    Bathroom
    • Toilet paper
    • Additional bathroom
    • Bath or shower
    • Private bathroom
    • Toilet
    • Shower
    Living Area
    • Dining area
    • Sofa
    • Seating Area
    Media & Technology
    • TV
    Room Amenities
    • Heating
    Pets
    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
    Outdoors
    • Garden
    Activities
    • Cycling
    • Fishing
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Outdoor & View
    • View
    Miscellaneous
    • Non-smoking throughout
    Safety & security
    • Carbon monoxide detector
    Languages spoken
    • English

    House rules

    South Mains Cottage - Craigievar Castle takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 17:00

    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

    You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

    Check-out

    Until 09:30

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    No cots or extra beds are available.

    No age restriction

    There is no age requirement for check-in

    Mastercard Visa Cash is not accepted South Mains Cottage - Craigievar Castle accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Parties

    Parties/events are not allowed

    Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    One well behaved dog welcome

    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

    This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

    FAQs about South Mains Cottage - Craigievar Castle

    • South Mains Cottage - Craigievar Castle can accommodate the following group size:

      • 6 guests

      For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • Yes, South Mains Cottage - Craigievar Castle is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • The prices at South Mains Cottage - Craigievar Castle may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • South Mains Cottage - Craigievar Castle is 3 miles from the centre of Alford. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • South Mains Cottage - Craigievar Castle offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Cycling
      • Fishing
      • Golf course (within 3 km)

    • Check-in at South Mains Cottage - Craigievar Castle is from 17:00, and check-out is until 09:30.

    • South Mains Cottage - Craigievar Castle has the following number of bedrooms:

      • 3 bedrooms

      For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.