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A beautiful steading conversion on a working farm in rural Aberdeenshire

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Exterior detail
Property grounds
Living area
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Lumsden, SCT
  • Kildrummy Castle
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Culbin Forest
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Huntly Castle
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Aberdeen (ABZ)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Soap · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

A beautiful steading conversion on a working farm in rural Aberdeenshire


The Stables is set on a working farm in Lumsden between the towns of nearby Alford and Huntly.
The cottage which is all set on one level comprises of 1 double bedroom and 1 bedroom that has a zip and link king size bed that can be converted to 2 singles. Each room has its own en-suite shower. Through the hallway you enter the open plan kitchen, lounge/dining room and here you can relax and look out onto the views of the stunning countryside. The property is double glazed with a wood burning stove and under floor heating with all the rooms having their own thermostats so you can set the temperature just how you like it. There is a patio area with a small lawn just outside the Lounge where you can sit out, relax, and enjoy the fields of animals and wildlife on the farm and the views of the surrounding hills.

For accessibility information please contact the owners, we do have a fully accessible cottage The Byre ajoining this one.

Our effect on the environment is important to us and we hold a Green Tourism Gold Award, we encourage guests to recycle and also have an electric car charging point.

Nearby is the small town of Alford with a Co-op supermarket as well as a number of independent shops, cafes and local amenities, it is also home to The Grampian Transport Museum, Alford Heritage Museum and the Alford Valley community Railway. There are many leisure activities nearby including walking, fishing, go - karting and golf.
The Cairngorm National Park is a 25 minute drive away and if you enjoy skiing the Lecht and Aviemore ski resorts are open in the winter months.
Boghead Holiday cottages are situated 20 miles from the Cairngorm National Park and 5 miles from The Cabrach.
The Tomintoul and Glenlivet Cairngorms was awarded Dark Sky Status in November 2018, it is Scotland's Second International Dark Sky Park and the Darkest Park in the UK and the most Northerly Dark Sky Park in the World.
We are situated on the Castle trail, our nearest castle being 5 miles away, and just off the Whisky trail, with the nearest distillery open to the public 13 miles away and another 5 within 20 miles.
Visit the beautiful coastal towns including Portsoy, Cullen and Newburgh and enjoy the stunning beaches and scenic fishing villages of North East Scotland.
The main city of Aberdeen is 45 minutes away with many museums, eateries and shopping.
Aberdeen airport is a 45 minute drive to the property.
We have an electric car charging point by the cottages for the use of guests.
Please note we also have a three bedroom cottage which ajoins this one.
Please note that check in is from 4.30 pm and check out on your day of departure is 10am
We lamb at the start of February for 3 weeks and again from about 17th March until early April . If you would like to experience lambing we can offer 2, 3 or 7 day Lambing experience holidays.
Please note Dogs are welcome by prior arrangement but must not be left in the cottage on their own during your stay and be kept on a lead at all times when outside the property due to the proximity of our livestock. Please note there is no enclosed area adjoining the cottage.

Property manager

Thomas and Fiona Jackson
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
1 bedroom has a zip and link bed to make 2 singles
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Dogs welcome by prior arrangement, sorry no cats.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Dogs must not be left in the cottage on their own at any time during your stay and they must be on a lead whenever they are outside 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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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 and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number AS 00494F

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Huntly

Located in Huntly, this cottage is in a rural area. Ardmore Distillery and Insch Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Alford Valley Steam Railway and Dean's of Huntly. Fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby.
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Lumsden, SCT

What's nearby

  • Kildrummy Castle - 8 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Culbin Forest - 12 min drive - 9.3 km
  • Huntly Castle - 19 min drive - 21.3 km
  • Glenfiddich Whisky Distillery - 28 min drive - 32.1 km
  • Macallan Distillery - 39 min drive - 42.3 km

Getting around

  • Huntly Station - 22 min drive
  • Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kildrummy Inn - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Golden Pheasant - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Kildrummy Castle - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A beautiful steading conversion on a working farm in rural Aberdeenshire pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at A beautiful steading conversion on a working farm in rural Aberdeenshire?

Check-in begins at 4:30 PM.

What time is check-out at A beautiful steading conversion on a working farm in rural Aberdeenshire?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is A beautiful steading conversion on a working farm in rural Aberdeenshire located?

Located in a rural location, this family-friendly cottage is within 6 mi (10 km) of Kildrummy Castle, Culbin Forest, and Forvie National Nature Reserve. Cairngorms National Park and Scottish Lighthouse Museum are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gavin P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing
Property and owners are amazing. Can’t thank them enough for allowing us to stay on the farm and enjoy the surroundings. Can’t wait to come again.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ines S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay, nice people there
It was a great and quiet place, nice house, lovely people, the farmer Thomas explained us the farm . The view outside was amazing .
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roland H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice stay in Aberdeenshire
We enjoyed our stay very much in this peaceful cosy cottage. We felt very comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Andreas B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome
It was a wonderfull stay.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kerstin F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wunderschönes Cottage
Wir hatten eine sehr schöne Woche in Aberdeenshire. Das Cottage ist sehr gepflegt und liebevoll eingerichtet. Wir haben uns direkt wohl gefühlt. Der gesamte Hof ist mit Hingabe gepflegt, schön gelegen und ein perfekter Ausgangspunkt für Ausflüge in der Region.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gerhard N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Top Unterkunft
Top Unterkunft, nichts zu bemängeln, super Lage, Top Ausstattung
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aimee H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Heaven in the Highlands
Out of all the properties we stayed on our holiday, this one was by far the best. Thomas and the family have made a haven in the highlands. The accommodations were quiet and comfortable; the personal welcome and basket were incredible. The farm is peaceful and serene. Thomas was very generous with his time to answer questions and to allow us freedom to explore the beautiful scenery. We cannot say enough about this stay - it was incredible. Would not hesitate to book again the future!!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Erika T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Serene Setting
We visit Aberdeenshire most Decembers and the setting of this charming cottage is about as idyllic as it gets. We enjoyed it very much and some of our favourite places (Crathie, Ballater, Braemer, Duff House) are within easy reach.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robyn M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful conversion and setting
Lovely place to stay, very cosy and had all the amenities. Felt rural but was still easily accessible. We had a great stay and would book again.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karsten T., Munich, Bavaria Germany

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Modern cottage with rural charm
A perfect place to explore Aberdeenshire and the Esst Coast. The friendly owners left a lot of information and tips for local activities, cottage is perfectly equipped and quiet Highly recommended!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anja W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfekt stay
A very comfortable place, good kitchen equipment and a lovely terrace. Although a bit high-priced: it is worth every single penny. Definitely recommendable!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful, comfortable place in the country
We thoroughly enjoyed the farm setting of this home away from home. The place is very well done and furnished. Would love to stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anne S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful property
We had a wonderful week at The Stables. I can highly recommend this property as of a very high standard, serene and relaxing while easy to travel to other parts of Scotland. The beds were comfortable and everything was pristine. Great directions to the property were provided prior to our stay by Fiona. A lovely, warm welcome was received from Thomas as well as a much appreciated, locally sourced, welcome basket left for us. The amount of information relating to areas of interest was fabulous. We enjoyed watching the antics of the sheep and cows from our windows and surrounding countryside was lovely and relaxing. Would love to come back and will definitely recommend to any fellow Australian travellers.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

edward m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Solitude
Ideal location if you want to get away from life's distractions and seek solitude. Be aware the nearest village with grocery store, petrol station and limited restaurants is seven miles away. Also nearest pub in same village and Scottish laws on DUI are strict. It was just what we were looking for but then I grew up in the area and knew what to expect. The property itself is a converted stone farm steading finished to a high, if not luxurious, quality level with all the amenities needed for a short stay. Admirable was the level of cleanliness. After check in the property owners respected privacy which is also what we sought. Viewing fields, hills, sheep and cattle from the sitting/dining room was most relaxing. Would not hesitate to stay here again. Ted & Patricia McGregor San Diego. California
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Domenico C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hervorragend
Sehr schönes Haus. und tolle Umgebung
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jackie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful countryside views
I would highly recommend staying at Boghead; the property was absolutely as advertised and very comfortable. Fiona and Thomas were most welcoming and we even had a tour of the farm. The views over the fields (sheep & cattle) and onto the hills beyond are second to none. So relaxing, but also plenty around and about to do and see.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ian W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing place lovely scenery!
A lovely little stay. Cottage very well equipped. Living room has a magnificent view of rolling hills and wildlife. Very spacious. As you are driving up the single track road be careful with the potholes, they are avoidable just take it easy. The owners are very lovely and the guest book has a little bit of background personal history of them and the place. The place has plenty of leaflets about the surrounding areas if you’re stuck for things to do. Wish we could have stayed longer!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Monique d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely
Great holiday Home. It was luxurious and had everything we needed. Thank you very much!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anetka R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ruhe, Tolle Aussicht, wunderschönes Haus, Schafe
Typisch schottische und gemütlich.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

DAVID B., Reed City, MI, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful!
What a great place. Plenty of great views, landscape, sheep and cows. It was a great location for us to do our day trips from. Then return here to relax.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carla A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peace and quiet after a busy day touring
The Stables offered us a peaceful retreat after busy days touring castles, hiking and tasting whiskey! The location was perfect! The cottage clean with all the kitchen essentials to fix a nice Scottish meal after a long day! The quiet of the countryside and the beautiful highlands surroundings made for a relaxing peaceful stay. We plan to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Wolfgang W.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location
Ländliches Idyll
Es ist ein schönes, sehr gepflegtes Haus in einer landschaftlich reizvollen Umgebung mit vielen Sehenswürdigkeiten. Die Ausstattung hinsichtlich Besteck und Geschirr ist etwas knapp. In der Internetdarstellung fehlt ein Hinweis, dass der Wunsch nach getrennten Betten bei der Buchung anzugeben ist. Dies führte bei uns zu beiderseitiger Verstimmung bei der Ankunft.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Victoria G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful Rural Stay
This location was perfect for us after two nights in Edinburgh. Great base from which to explore the northeast coast. Day trips to the coast, saw several castles, and near Speyside. The cottage was very tidy and cute with everything you need. Thomas and Fiona were responsive to any questions and were great hosts.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ralf S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Traumhafte Lage mit weitem Blick und Ruhe
Exzellente Ausstattung und schönes Ambiente und sehr nette Vermieter
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Peter L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
February half term
A lovely high quality property, amazing location, friendly owners. In the heart of a working farm which gave us a great opportunity to see parts of a daily routine from the comfort of the cottage. Lovely views from every room's window ....We loved how quiet it was, how welcoming the owners were and how free we felt throughout our stay. Absolutely reccommend it!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2022

About the host

Hosted by Thomas and Fiona Jackson

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BOGHEAD IS OWNED BY THOMAS & FIONA JACKSON & IS ALSO THE HOME TO THEIR SON EWAN, 4 DOGS, GLEN AND RED WHO ARE OUR WORKING SHEEPDOGS , STORM AND RUM THE WORKING COCKER SPANIELS AND HARVEY THE GINGER CAT.
THOMAS IS FROM GENERATIONS OF FARMERS & FIONA WORKS FOR THE NHS. SHE IS ALSO A QUALIFIED REFLEXOLOGIST AND HAS HER OWN BUSINESS ON THE FARM WHERE SHE OFFERS FOOT AND HAND REFLEXOLOGY TREATMENTS. EWAN IS A QUALIFIED PERSONAL TRAINER AND HELPS OUT ON THE FARM.
WE MOVED HERE FROM GLOUCESTERSHIRE IN SEPTEMBER 2012 AND SPENT OUR FIRST 4 YEARS REMOVING THE FARM BUILDINGS THAT HAD BEEN ERECTED IN THE 1950’S AND RESTORING THE OLD STEADING AND CONVERTING ‘THE STABLES ‘ INTO YOUR HOLIDAY ACCOMMADATION.

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