About Ellie-Ann Dogs-welcome Cottage, Aberdeenshire's Castle Country
A Scottish country cottage by the coast. Located in the seaside village of Gardenstown on the Moray Firth, Ellie-Ann Cottage is a welcoming cottage with lovely sea views. The property is suitable for up to 4 people and has 2 bedrooms: a double and a twin room.
The cottage also includes a well-equipped kitchen with a breakfast area, and a comfortable sitting room. A garden terrace provides a perfect place to relax to rear of property and has fantastic views over the bay and cliffs. One well-behaved dog is welcome to accompany you. Car parking can be found on the roads about the cottage.
A short walk will take you on to the traditional harbour and to a wide expanse of beach and cliffs, and the area is great for dolphin spotting on the Firth. There’s plenty to do in the area including visiting the smugglers' village of Pennan, the neighbouring town of Banff or walking the coastal path.
Full electric heating throughout, supplemental heating from an electric fire in the sitting room. Electric oven, halogen hob, microwave, refrigerator, washing machine, tumble dryer. TV with Freeview, DVD, Xbox, selection of books, games and DVDs.
Electricity included in the rent. Bed linen and towels are included in the rent. Ample roadside parking available.
Garden terrace to rear of property.
One well behaved dog is most welcome. Sorry, no smoking. Shop and pub 5 minutes' walk. Please Note: Steep un-railed stairs to rear seating area.
Gardenstown is a former fishing village on the north east coast of Scotland, a village of rugged stone built houses built around the harbour which was the main reason for the existence of the village historically. It is a place full of character and charm, often frequented by artists and photographers for coastal views. The cliffs and shores around the northern coast teem with birds and attract people who like to birdwatch or nature. Visit in May for masses of primroses.
There are north east coast tours, a castle trail and trips to whisky distilleries to see how malts are made.
Aberdeenshire in Scotland has a mostly rugged farming landscape which transcends in to a mountainous terrain at Deeside with the Grampian Mountains. Some visit this area for the mountain walks and stunning mountain scenery whereas others come here for the coastline with sandy beaches and cliffs. Others still visit for the castles. Aberdeenshire is known as Castle Country on account of being home to at least 18 castles. When it comes to an unspoilt landscape and natural beauty, Aberdeenshire certainly has this in abundance.
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For a coastal cottage holiday in the North East of Scotland, few places compare to the charming coastal village of Gardenstown. If you are looking for a quaint fishing village from which to enjoy a self-catering break then Gardenstown could be the best choice for you. With a small harbour with colourful fishing boats bobbing up and down and a small sandy beach for seaside walks, Gardenstown is a peaceful and idyllic place to enjoy a Scottish cottage holiday. Also in the village is a harbour café, a bakery and a pub.
Gardenstown is set against a backdrop of a green cliff-side and the village is mostly arranged up and around the harbour and quayside but extends up the hillside. When it comes to exploring this part of Aberdeenshire there is plenty to discover. A number of fascinating historical castles are dotted throughout Aberdeenshire. Further along the coast is the Moray Firth where you may catch a glimpse of the resident dolphins. Killer whales are also known to frequent the Moray Firth but are seen far less often. Gardenstown is likely to appeal to those looking for a rural cottage break in a peaceful setting.
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Top Attractions: The village of Gardenstown was founded in 1720 as a fishing village. Gardenstown borders a small bay with stunning scenery flanking both sides. The neighbouring village of Banff boasts a relaxing sandy beach and Duff House, an impressive Georgian mansion open to visitors and home to paintings and artefacts from the National Galleries of Scotland. Banff also has a good selection of shops, restaurants and hotels which serve a fine selection of local sea foods.
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Local Sports: Walking, golf.