Norwegian style cottage set in a peaceful location

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Old Mains Cottage is situated in its own private grounds

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Exceptional

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4100 sq m

Popular amenities

Dryer
Parking available
Washer
Barbecue grill
Kitchen
Outdoor space

Explore the area

Alford, Scotland

Haughton Country Park
‪11 min drive‬
Craigievar Castle
‪11 min drive‬
Kildrummy Castle
‪18 min drive‬
Aberdeen (ABZ)
‪47 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

2 Double Beds

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds, 1 Crib and 1 Child Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Old Mains Cottage is a Norwegian style cottage set in its own extensive peaceful grounds.

The original cottage is approximately 200 years old and has a modern extension added to it. The facilities include: wood burning stoves; oil fired central heating; double glazing; fully equipped kitchen; shower room; two bedrooms (one double, two singles & a cot); large mature garden and dedicated parking for two cars.

The property makes a great base for discovering the many attractions of the Aberdeenshire and Morayshire areas because it is ideally situated between Deeside and Donside.

Property manager

Anne Gray

Premier Host

Languages

English, Norwegian

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Dryer

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Parking available

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Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

There is a cot in the upstairs bedroom area

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Contact me, as some pets might be allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Please remove outside shoes when in the cottage

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

Long-term renters welcome

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

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

Property Registration Number AS-00677-P

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Alford

Located in Alford, this cottage is in a rural area. Craigievar Castle and Alford Valley Steam Railway are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Aboyne Golf Club and Reflect Spa. Deeside Activity Park and Insch Meadows Wildlife Area are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Alford, Scotland

What's nearby

Grampian Transport Museum - 10 min drive - 9.9 km
Haughton Country Park - 11 min drive - 10.2 km
Craigievar Castle - 11 min drive - 8.1 km
Kildrummy Castle - 18 min drive - 14.2 km
Balmoral Castle - 34 min drive - 40.8 km

Getting around

Kintore Station - 36 min drive
Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

‪The Alford Bistro - ‬10 min drive
‪Great WALL - ‬10 min drive
‪Kildrummy Inn - ‬19 min drive
‪ALG Towbars - ‬12 min drive
‪Alford Tandoori Takeaway - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Norwegian style cottage set in a peaceful location pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Norwegian style cottage set in a peaceful location?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Norwegian style cottage set in a peaceful location?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Norwegian style cottage set in a peaceful location located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within 6 miles (10 km) of Craigievar Castle, Grampian Transport Museum and Alford Valley Steam Railway. Cairngorms National Park and Haughton Country Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

9.6

Exceptional

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

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10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Laura N.

1 August 2024

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

Lovely wee place

Great wee cottage. Very good amenities and well located.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

31 December 2024

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

Beautiful and well-equipped

Such an unique and cared-for cottage. It has everything you could ever need and is decorated with such love and attention to detail. Absolutely loved it!

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

susan l.

8 January 2025

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

Old main cottage

Had a lovely stay in peaceful surroundings,the cottage felt like a home away from home with a fully equipped kitchen with all the mod cons and cosy living and bedroom with woodburners. whilst there we seen the northern lights and Balmoral castle was a short drive away.Excellent communication with the host's Will be returning

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

David R.

19 October 2024

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

Great hideaway

Really lovely location, so quiet. with nice walks along quiet country roads from the door. Cottage is cosy and kitchen surprisingly well equipped. Anne the host was super helpful and readily available. Lots to do in the surrounding areas, Deeside for walks and little towns/cafes, coast with great beaches and walks (an hours drive) and Aberdeen just 45mins for city things! Loved our visit, would definitely go again.

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne C.

12 May 2024

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

Beautiful

Cosy,warm and very clean.Lovely hosts who were extremely helpful Even arranging to return via post something I had left after our stay.Would definitely stay again!

Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fiona r., Balerno

9 July 2022

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

Cosy cottage

Lovely clean and comfortable cottage.Loved the Norwegian touches .It was a good base for us to visit the many castles in the area.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marjolein B.

4 August 2024

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

Old-timey but well furnished

We were surprised of how well the house is stocked, that made our stay very comfortable. We have met Anne upon arrival and she was lovely and made sure we were all setteled before she went. She prepared a list of things to do, where to park the car things

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

31 May 2023

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

Peaceful

Peaceful and serene. Beautiful pair of pheasants visited every evening around dusk. Tricky parking but worked out fine.

Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca K.

26 June 2023

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

5 days with granddaughter

This was a perfect place for us to spend time with our granddaughter. The cottage was well equipped for small children, including a cot, booster seat and plastic cups. We visited many fun and interesting g places within an hour’s drive. David the host was in contact to make sure we had everything we needed and offered suggestions about things to do in the area. We had a wonderful time and highly recommend the Old Mains Cottage.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin C.

24 August 2023

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

Great experience

We had a lovely time at the property. Very quiet and peaceful. Property owners were available and answered all requests promptly. Note, there is nothing nearby in terms of shops and restaurants. The nearest is about a 20 minute drive. Not necessarily a problem—just something to be aware of!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emily R.

14 April 2023

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

The perfect rural getaway!

I travelled to the cottage myself and my 2 young children. From the moment we walked in we fell in love with the decor. The cottage is so warm and cosy we felt right at home. The cottage was extremely well equipped and the owners had thought of everything. Anne and David are lovely kind people and recommended some great places to visit nearby with children also. The garden was a wildlife hotspot and we loved watching and seeing what we would spot. The parking although slightly narrow was fine for us even in a large van. The property is very rural but this suited us well and is a great base for days out exploring the area. Would love to stay again! Thank you for your kindness and lovely cottage.

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Martijn T.

1 August 2023

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

Sfeervol huis!

Deze cottage is al lang in de familie en sfeervol en gezellig, met veel zorg ingericht. Het onderscheidt zich daarmee wat ons betreft positief van een doorsnee vakantiehuis. Geen Ikea! Fijn om in te verblijven. De schoonmaak was werkelijk zorgvuldig gedaan- veel werk bij zo'n huis met al die kleine dingetjes. Een compliment waard! We hadden er een fijne vakantieweek. Er zijn heel veel leuke en interessante dingen in de omgeving. Wij konden het huis moeilijk vinden, de betreffende email met aanwijzingen waren we kwijtgeraakt en de coördinaten gaven op onze navigatie een locatie aan op een paar honderd meter afstand. Ook was er geen- duidelijk zichtbaar- naambordje. Gelukkig reageerde de verhuurder direct op onze vraag om hulp, zodat het snel goed kwam. Toch zou een bordje aan de straat nuttig zijn. In huis is het wat aan de donkere kant. De zit van de fauteuils in de woonkamer is niet top en er is te weinig verlichting. Het tweepersoonsbed is kwalitatief goed, maar echt te hard. Een opdekmatras (topper) is wenselijk. De toegangsweg is wat modderig- geen groot probleem-, maar onderaan toch wat te slecht. Op de plaats om te keren stond tot twee keer toe een andere auto. Deze verbeterpunten nemen niet weg dat we over het huis en de verhuurders heel positief kunnen oordelen.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Andrea v.

20 September 2022

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

Fijn verblijf

Fijn verblijf, leuke omgeving. Enige minpunt was dat de slaapkamer vrij vochtig was en alles daardoor klam aanvoelde.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jutta L.

15 September 2022

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

perfect

It's a wonderful place to relax. The kitchen is well equipped and everything is super clean. Thanks very much!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Margaret M.

26 August 2022

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

Short break in Aberdeenshire

Unusual quirky property. A less hi-tech approach would have suited us better eg traditional directions which mentioned the VERY sharp right hand turn onto the track beside the dustbins would have been helpful. Beware - the KS bed is VERY firm!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Joanne G.

19 August 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Plenty of space and everything you need.

Clean, tidy and everything we needed.

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Mariska H.

27 July 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Goede lokatie om Cairngorms te bezichtigen

Groot gezellig huis. Alles wat je ooit nodig zal hebben is aanwezig en nog veel meer. Mooi uitzicht op weiland met koeien. Bedden waren helaas erg slecht. Door de vele instructies/restricties voelde het wel minder ontspannen.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

janetta c.

13 June 2022

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

Old Mains Cottage

Property was clean with plenty of kitchen equipment. Area beautiful

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Steve C.

29 April 2022

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

Quaint cottage in the woods

The cottage is in a quiet rural area. Once inside, it was warm and homely with lots of nice touches. The wifi was very good. Heating and shower were good, with comfortable rooms throughout

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bethany S.

7 January 2022

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

Very cosy, perfect for access to cairngorms

Beautiful cottage with log burners in both bedroom and living room. These were great with the cold weather we had. Really great value for money, location is perfect for access to the caingorms national park for snow sports and walks. Also close to Aberdeen and the east coast. Cottage had all the appliances you could need. Thanks for a great stay

Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Daniel R., Fife, Scotland.

18 June 2021

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

Brilliant cottage in a very quiet area.

This cottage was fantastic. All amenities catered for. Positioned up a small, dirt road. Easily accessible by car. Very clean and tidy. Excellent entry and leaving details with instructions for all the supplied amenities. Kitchen well stocked for your arrival and stay. All bedding, towels and toiletries supplied. A lovely home from home. We stayed for three nights during our 48th wedding anniversary. Lovely way to spend three nights away from the hustle and bustle of every day life. Our hosts, David and Anne, were only a phone call away if you needed anything. I can thoroughly recommend this wonderful cottage.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

MAY B.

25 May 2021

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

Ideal location for our work

Lovely cottage

Stayed 8 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Scott M.

6 October 2020

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

Peaceful break with family

Great place. Great communication. We loved every second of our visit.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Derek T.

14 September 2020

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

old mains cottage

beautiful cottage in lovely setting. well maintained and well equipped. Personally couldn't have asked for better.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ken H.

25 August 2019

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

Highly recommended.

This is a charming property full of soul. David and Anne are great hosts. Kind and great with information. We really enjoyed our stay here and would have loved to have had more time to spend relaxing.

About the host

Hosted by Anne Gray

Languages:

English, Norwegian

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2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

1 bathroom

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