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Smithy Cottage Licence AS00607

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A cozy living room with a fireplace, leather sofa, armchair, and a television.
A wooden gate with a horseshoe-shaped handle.
A house with a dark wooden door, a small porch, and a picnic table in the yard.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a black countertop, and stainless steel appliances.
A dining room with a table set for four, a window with curtains, a lamp, and a potted plant.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Cairngorms National Park
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dogs and cats allowed
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Explore the area

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Strathdon
  • Place, Cairngorms National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Balmoral Castle
    ‪42 min drive‬
  • Place, Braemar Castle
    ‪57 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Smithy Cottage Licence AS00607

Kick back and relax in this calm, stylish space in the Hamlet of Heughhead In the Cairngorm National Park. Finished and furnished to a high standard and with oil fired central heating, you will be comfortable, warm and cosy in Smithy Cottage. Look out on to the ladder hills and an abundance of birds and wildlife. Mountain Biking, cycling and forest trails are all accessible straight from the door while distilleries and castle trails are a scenic drive away.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
A single bed under the eaves for a child
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 9 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number AS-00607-P
Property # 11354070
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Strathdon

Strathdon is home to this cottage. Lecht 2090 and Lecht Ski Resort are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Cairngorms National Park and Muir of Dinnet National Nature Reserve. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and horse riding nearby.
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Strathdon

What's nearby

  • Cairngorms National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Lecht Ski Resort - 25 min drive - 24.9 km
  • Balmoral Castle - 42 min drive - 39.0 km
  • Braemar Castle - 57 min drive - 54.7 km
  • Glenlivet Distillery - 57 min drive - 58.0 km

Getting around

  • Insch Station - 35 min drive
  • Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kildrummy Inn - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Smithy Cottage Licence AS00607 pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Smithy Cottage Licence AS00607?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Smithy Cottage Licence AS00607?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Smithy Cottage Licence AS00607?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Smithy Cottage Licence AS00607 located?

Situated in Strathdon, this cottage is 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Corgraff Castle and within 6 miles (10 km) of Lost Gallery and Cairngorms National Park. Kildrummy Castle and Morven are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Duncan M.

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

wonderful stay

Had a great stay. House is great, location beautiful, hosts really helpful and friendly. Hope to be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Sept 2023
Thanks Duncan.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karen M.

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

February Half term

We loved our stay at this cottage. It was spotlessly clean and tidy and perfect for our base for exploring the area. Lovely hosts who made sure we were ok and gave great information on the local area. Highly recommend a stay here.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

carolyn a.

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

Peaceful ambience

A gorgeous cottage in a very peaceful and pretty setting. Loved the interiors, the attention to detail and the friendliness of the hosts. Highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Sept 2024
Thank you for your kind reviewCarolyn. It was a pleasure to host you and I hope you are enjoying your time in France. Best wishes. Mahri
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David H.

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

Fantastic, Authentic Highland Experience!

Our hosts, Mahri and Jim were so welcoming and gracious. They gave us an abundance of information about the area and local history. We could go on walks right from our front the door. The quaint cottage is exactly as described and made an excellent home base for exploring the Highlands. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Sept 2024
Thank you for your kind comments. We thoroughly enjoyed hosting you. I hope the rest of your trip is going well.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marsha H.

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

Smithy cottage

The cottage was clean and comfortable. When we arrived everything was ready for us. The owners were out of town but checked to make sure everything was ok when they returned. It is in a lovely,quiet rural area so if that’s what your looking for in the Cairngorms I’d highly recommend it.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 4 July 2024
Glad you enjoyed your time at Smithy Cottage and thanks for leaving it tidy with such an early start. Mahri
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David R.

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

Highly recommended!

We stayed for two nights in this lovely cottage in the tranquil surroundings of Upper Donside. Everything has been very well thought through to create a cosy, comfortable and beautifully decorated space. A welcoming haven to return to after a day walking in the hills. Mahri was most helpful and attentive. Our only regret was that we couldn't stay longer...
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Sept 2023
Thank you. You would be welcome back any time.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Briony S.

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

A very merry Christmas

It was a delight to stay a the Smithy for Christmas, it is a great little base for exploring the Cairngorms, and is thoughtfully set up and perfect for a little family. Mahri was a brilliant host, and even got a Christmas tree and decorations ready for us, and a few gifts under the tree which was so kind. We were lucky enough to get some snow for Christmas and everything was just like a Christmas card. We were even able to cook a whole Christmas dinner in the kitchen and had every item we might have needed! I recommend this place highly for a cozy, and relaxing stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Dec 2023
Thank you for your lovely review. It was a pleasure to have you and such fun to hear the children playing in the snow. I hope you enjoy the rest of your holiday.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lisa F.

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

Don't miss this charming jewel box!

We loved loved loved this darling little house. It's very tastefully furnished and decorated, in a lovely setting (both the surrounding hills and the garden) and with all the mod cons - everything you'll need for up to four people to have a wonderful time. The house is small but brilliantly designed to be cosy and convenient - it felt to me like staying in an enchanted, grownup-sized doll's house. There's a lovely garden to sit in/explore, and we enjoyed preparing simple meals in the tidy kitchen. The host and hostess, who live steps away, were very responsive with questions about our reservation. They welcomed us upon arrival and shared helpful hints about nearby sightseeing. Both are talented artists; don't miss an opportunity to visit their on-premise studio.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Sept 2024
We loved having your party staying in Smithy Cottage and would love to see you again sometime. I hope you enjoy the memories of Heughhead when you look at 'Hedgerows' hanging on your wall. Thank you for taking it home.

About the host

Hosted by Mahri Prince

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