North Mains Cottage, Alford, Aberdeenshire

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A castle-like building with a central tower, surrounded by lush greenery and a clear sky.
A bedroom with a bed, a window with curtains, a lamp, and a view of trees outside.
A living room with a sofa, ottoman, fireplace, television, and a mirror.
A dining room with a wooden table set for four, surrounded by brown leather chairs, a vase with flowers, and a door in the background.
A castle with a stone tower, a picnic area, and a flag on top.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Craigievar Castle
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Fireplace
  • Non-smoking

Explore the area

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Alford, Scotland
  • Place, Craigievar Castle
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, TECA
    ‪58 min drive‬
  • Place, Balmoral Castle
    ‪59 min drive‬
  • Airport, Aberdeen (ABZ)
    ‪58 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

North Mains Cottage, Alford, Aberdeenshire

Summary:

This semi-detached cottage rests in the grounds of Craigievar Castle near Alford, Aberdeenshire and can sleep four people in two bedrooms.



The Space:

North Mains Cottage is a wonderful semi-detached cottage resting in the grounds of Craigievar Castle near Alford, Aberdeenshire. Hostingon the first floor two twin bedrooms, along with a bathroom on the ground floor, this property can sleep up to four guests. There is also a kitchen and a living/dining room with a woodburning stove. Outside there is parking beside the property and access to the castle grounds. North Mains Cottage makes a perfect base for a holiday to Scotland with friends. Please note: Over the Christmas and New Year period, this property can only accept a minimum stay of 7 nights. This property has a Good Housekeeping Bond of 250 GBP



The Neighborhood:

Alford is a small rural town resting in Aberdeenshire sitting by the River Don and the hills of Bennachie and Coreen. The town boasts a rich history as it is home to the Battle of Alford battleground, Alford Heritage Centre and the Grampian Transport Museum. Alford has a variety of shops, with a local butcher and a pub, as well as local fish van visiting every Tuesday and a fish and chip van every Thursday. Just outside the town is the spectacular Craigievar Castle, while Alford also has Alford Golf Course and Haughton and Murray country park.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property is certified by this third-party sustainability certification scheme: Green Tourism Programme. For more information on what this certification requires and verifies, please visit their website.

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 9:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 12095881
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 a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Alford

Located in Alford, this holiday home is on a river. Craigievar Castle and Alford Valley Steam Railway are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Reflect Spa and Aboyne Golf Club. Deeside Activity Park and Bogbeth Park are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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Alford, Scotland

What's nearby

  • Craigievar Castle - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Falls of Feugh - 37 min drive - 31.4 km
  • Crathes Castle and Gardens - 44 min drive - 38.4 km
  • TECA - 58 min drive - 50.5 km
  • Balmoral Castle - 59 min drive - 58.1 km

Getting around

  • Kintore Station - 30 min drive
  • Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Alford Bistro - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Tarland's Country Kitchen - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Farquharson's Coffee Shop - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Meet Again Tea Shop - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪TWISTED ANKLE Brewing Company - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is North Mains Cottage, Alford, Aberdeenshire pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at North Mains Cottage, Alford, Aberdeenshire?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at North Mains Cottage, Alford, Aberdeenshire?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at North Mains Cottage, Alford, Aberdeenshire?

Checkout is at 9:30 AM.

Where is North Mains Cottage, Alford, Aberdeenshire located?

Situated on a river, this holiday home is steps from Craigievar Castle and within 6 mi (10 km) of Grampian Transport Museum and Alford Valley Steam Railway. Haughton Country Park and Deeside Activity Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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