About this property
Craig Cottage is a delightful country retreat resting on part of an estate where the River Deveron runs through, providing excellent fishing for Salmon and Brown Trout, near Banff, Aberdeenshire, offering traditional accommodation, generous parking and expansive gardens. Step from the driveway into the welcoming hallway and make your way through to the well-equipped kitchen/diner, where the range of appliances and a cheerful dining table are ready for unhurried family meals and plans for the day ahead. After windswept walks along the coast or exploring nearby forest trails, the sitting room invites everyone to gather together, with the glow of the woodburning stove adding a homely atmosphere as you chat, play games or catch up on your favourite shows.
Flexible sleeping arrangements begin on the ground floor with a twin bedroom and a sleek shower room, ideal for multi-generational groups or anyone who prefers level access, while upstairs you will find a further twin with its own TV that children will love, alongside a king-size bedroom with TV where the grown-ups can unwind. On bright days, throw open the doors and let the children run off some energy on the lawns, while you settle on the patio with a drink and take in the peaceful setting with an abundance of wildlife, often seeing Red Squirrels, Pheasants, Woodpeckers, lots of other birds and wildlife, including Pine Martin. When you are ready to explore, make the short journey into the historic Georgian town of Banff to admire its characterful architecture, stroll around Banff Harbour and the marina, or enjoy a round at Duff House Royal golf course. Families can visit the local aquarium, spend time on nearby beaches or follow forest walks and cycle routes that showcase this scenic corner of Aberdeenshire. Whisky enthusiasts can pick up one of the whisky trails, and history lovers will be drawn to the Museum of Scotland Lighthouse for a fascinating day out. However you choose to spend your break, Craig Cottage near Banff, Aberdeenshire, offers a good base for a memorable family escape.
Banff is a former county town and a Royal Burgh, having received its charter from Robert the Bruce in 1324. The town has been designated an Outstanding Conservation Area and is famous for its outstanding architecture. Banff contains a variety of architecture in a number of contrasting styles, including Georgian architecture that can be found in the upper part of the town. Banff Harbour is now a recreational harbour and marina, and the town boasts spectacular sea views, sandy beaches, shops and seafood restaurants. Duff House, built between 1735 and 1740 is situated in the Deveron Valley, and is thought to be one of Britain's finest Georgian houses. Close by is Duff House Royal golf course and two miles away the neighbouring town of Macduff offers the Royal Tarlair golf course and award-winning Marine Aquarium. Nearby, the old smugglers village of Pennan was used as the location for the movie Local Hero, and its famous phonebox is a listed historical monument. The area also boasts sandy beaches, forest walks, cycle routes, whisky trails, pony trekking and dolphin watching, along with the Museum of Scottish Lighthouses in Fraserburgh and the Portsoy Boat Festival and Turriff Show.
Short-term Holiday Let Licence No: AS-00828-FEPC Rating: Band D
Accommodation
Three bedrooms: 1 x ground-floor twin, 1 x twin with TV, 1 x king-size with TV.
Ground-floor shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Bathroom with corner bath, separate walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Kitchen/diner.
Sitting room with woodburning stove
Oil-fired central heating with woodburning stove.
Electric oven, induction hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher.
Smart TV, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off-road parking for 5 cars.
Gardens with lawns, patio area and patio furniture.
Two well behaved dogs welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Riverside and woodland walks.
Fishing for Salmon and brown Trout is included with the cottage for two people up to Mid June, from Mid June to the end of October there is an additional cost.
Shop 2.3 miles, pub 2.6 miles