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Dining area | Ruach, Gardenstown, near Macduff
Open plan living space | Ruach, Gardenstown, near Macduff
Kitchen | Ruach, Gardenstown, near Macduff
Kitchen | Ruach, Gardenstown, near Macduff

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Gardenstown, near Macduff
  • Place, Macduff Marine Aquarium
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Banff Museum
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Duff House
    ‪14 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom

1 King Bed

Bedroom

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom

Bathroom

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden

About this property

3 bedroom accommodation in Gardenstown, near Macduff

This lovely terraced cottage in elevated position with views out to sea, is ideal for families and those keen on watching wildlife.. 3 steps to entrance.

Ground Floor:

Open plan living space.

Living area: Freeview TV, Woodburner

Dining area.

Kitchen area: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Dishwasher

Conservatory.

Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed Ensuite: Bath, Cubicle Shower, Toilet

Bathroom: Bath, Cubicle Shower, Bidet, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet

First Floor:

Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds

Bedroom 3: Futon (Single). Electric central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Logs for wood burner available locally. Travel cot and highchair. External utility room with washing machine and tumble dryer. . Enclosed lawned garden with garden furnitue and BBQ. Private parking for 1 car. No smoking. Please note: Couples and family bookings only.. This lovely terraced cottage is in a superb elevated position in the village of Gardenstown with beautiful uninterrupted views from the open plan living space over the sea below and beyond. This is a very comfortable, bright property, combining stylish contemporary furnishings with sublime views. French doors from the living area allow access to the enclosed garden to the rear, which makes a wonderful place to relax and experience one of the stunning sunsets with the sea below. Ideal at any time of the year, it is just a short walk to the local shops. It is possible to walk to the neighbouring village of Crovie. Superb wildlife watching and other activities can be enjoyed in the vicinity. Organised boat trips are available from the harbour where you may catch a glimpse of the dolphins that often swim in the bay. Beach 350 yards downhill. Shop 250 yards, pub and restaurant 300 yards.

Free WiFi



Families or couples only.

Holidaymakers only.

There are low ceilings, doors and/or beams within the property.

Strictly no fires to be lit in the garden.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
The guest will be charged 50% amount for a cancellation after the reservation is made.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number AS00115F

About the area

Banff

Banff is home to this cottage. Duff House Royal Golf Club and Turriff Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore New Aberdour Beach and Inverboyndie Beach. Macduff Marine Aquarium and Grass Labyrinth are also worth visiting.
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Gardenstown, near Macduff

What's nearby

  • Macduff Marine Aquarium - 12 min drive - 13.1 km
  • Banff Museum - 14 min drive - 14.2 km
  • Duff House - 14 min drive - 15.6 km
  • Duff House Royal Golf Club - 14 min drive - 15.6 km
  • Inverboyndie Beach - 18 min drive - 17.2 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Frying Scotsman - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Mini V-Grill, Alberts Cottage - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Harbucks - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Dolphin fish & chips - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Corner Bistro - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 3 bedroom accommodation in Gardenstown, near Macduff pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at 3 bedroom accommodation in Gardenstown, near Macduff?

As of 30 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 3 bedroom accommodation in Gardenstown, near Macduff on 6 Nov 2026 start from AU$187, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at 3 bedroom accommodation in Gardenstown, near Macduff?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 3 bedroom accommodation in Gardenstown, near Macduff?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 3 bedroom accommodation in Gardenstown, near Macduff?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 3 bedroom accommodation in Gardenstown, near Macduff located?

Situated in Banff, this cottage is within 9 miles (15 km) of Macduff Marine Aquarium, New Aberdour Beach and Banff Museum. Duff House Royal Golf Club and Duff House are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Ann Wayman

An excellent property, spotlessly clean, beautifully appointed and with wonderful views of the coas

An excellent property, spotlessly clean, beautifully appointed and with wonderful views of the coastline. The cottage is comprehensively equipped and contained everything needed for a comfortable stay. The owner has thought of everything and there are many homely touches. It is in an ideal location for exploring Aberdeenshire. Would thoroughly recommend.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

David Jackson

We had a great time at Ruach.

We had a great time at Ruach. The view from the garden alone is worth the rental fee! We saw beautiful sunsets, pods of dolphins, a basking shark, all from the patio room. The cottage has everything you could need and more. Steep walk into the village but great exercise for burning off the the meals at the Garden Arms Hotel, Saltires fish & chips, Harbuck’s & Eli’s cafes. Friendly locals, beautiful beach, lovely local walks. Highly recommended.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Seaview property

This property was ideally situated for touring the many seaside villages along the Moray coast. We enjoyed trips to Pennan, Bow Fiddle Rock and saw seals at Whitehills beach. Fyvie Castle inland also a must see. Rooms were well equipped and comfortable. Children enjoyed the additional space in the futon room. Sea views are awesome, we were so lucky to have sunshine in February. Additional pillows and the option of a double bed over two singles would have made it perfect. House number not visible from the road, but an excellent stay and would much recommend it. Thank you for a lovely holiday.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Nigel

c

comfortable cosy - welcoming
From a partner site

8/10 Good

The view from the cottage excellent.

The view from the cottage excellent. Overall the equipment adequate. Cleanliness needs to be addressed plus it tells you not to leave any food behind but people had done in the past. The cooker and extractor fan was greasy on arrival. Overall the location and view was excellent
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Harriet

We enjoyed our stay in Ruach very much.

We enjoyed our stay in Ruach very much. Beautiful location with stunning views of the bay. The cottage provided us with excellent facilities apart from no WiFi.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Gary

Good base for touring the beautiful coastal towns, villages and beaches of north Aberdeenshire.

Good base for touring the beautiful coastal towns, villages and beaches of north Aberdeenshire. Ruach is a part of a terrace of bungalows located in the modern part of Gardenstown at the top of the cliff which means that the old part with its harbour, quaint cottages and pub is a steep half mile road walk or drive downhill. This is compensated by the spectacular sea views from the cottage and its garden and that the only convenience store, a Spar, is at the top too. The private parking space is a bit tricky but can be easily avoided as abundant free on-road parking is available close by. A fabulous one mile walk has just opened to the picture-perfect fishing village of Crovie, starting at the end of the road just 200 yards from the door.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Thomas

Stunning location and view.

Stunning location and view. Disappointed the king-sized bed featured two single mattresses instead of a king. Very uncomfortable. Went home a day early. Shattered due to lack of sleep. Furniture seemed a little careworn in places. Disappointed overall but view made up for it
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Norbert

S

Stunning views, very homely cottage, great location
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Richard

This house has spectacular views over the sea.

This house has spectacular views over the sea. It is spotlessly clean, comfortable ,warm, well equipped and appointed. Its position is raised above the seaside village of Gardenstown which is accessible down a steep road. The description lists a woodburning stove but the owners would prefer you used smokeless fuel (available from the fuelstop garage before the bridge in McDuff if you arrive Saturday after the coal merchant has shut). We were staying early in the season so most of the local amenities in Gardenstown were not yet open (hence the 7). There is a spar 300 metres away for the basics and towns within 20 minutes drive with shops and supermarkets. Within an hours drive either side there are distilleries ( with tours and tastings) , dolphin centres, locally landed fish shops, seal beaches, gannet and kittiwake colonies. fishing villages etc. There is plenty to do and Ruach provides a cosy base camp at the end of the day. If you are travelling with children or like to be connected, download all your entertainments before you go ( they have provided freeview television DVDs Blue rays and a cd player) . There is no Wi Fi and the 4G is limited, but that may be exactly why you choose this property. We were there for a week and thoroughly enjoyed it .

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