Drumhead Bothy

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+12 photos
Scored 9.6
Rated exceptional

Staff

10
  • The entire place is yours
  • 1130 ft² size
  • Kitchen
  • View
  • Garden
  • Pets allowed
  • Washing machine
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Private bathroom

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Holiday home near Balmoral Castle with garden

Elegant Accommodation: Drumhead Bothy in Banchory offers a 5-star holiday home experience with two bedrooms and a bathroom. Guests enjoy a spacious garden and free WiFi throughout the property. Modern Amenities: The holiday home features a fully equipped kitchen with a coffee machine, refrigerator, microwave, dishwasher, and oven. Additional amenities include a washing machine, walk-in shower, sofa, dining area, and TV. Convenient Location: Located 46 km from Aberdeen Airport, Drumhead Bothy is close to attractions such as Aboyne Golf Club (13 km) and Crathes Castle (19 km). Free on-site private parking is available for guests. Activities and Surroundings: Guests can enjoy golfing, fishing, and cycling in the surrounding area. The property is highly rated by guests for its excellent facilities and comfortable accommodations.

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Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Free private parking available on-site

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Bedroom 1
1 double bed
Bedroom 2
2 single beds
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Shona
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “The welcome basket of goodies, milk , tea and coffee and all the other small details for our stay , the hosts were lovely .”
  • John
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “The bothy was beautiful and super comfortable. Lovely and warm with the sun shining in or fire on at night. Our hosts went out of their way to make us welcome. We wanted to stay!”
  • Susanne
    Netherlands Netherlands
    “Angus and Judy were so kind and helpfull. They make you feel at home.”
  • Kirsty
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Brilliant wee cottage/bothy in the hamlet of Finzean. Cosy, and a home from home with a lovely welcome pack including biscuits and wine. Close to the farm shop for some nice goodies or a coffee. Angus was lovely and couldn't have been more helpful”
  • Arja
    Netherlands Netherlands
    “Zeer gastvrije beheerders. Volledig verzorgd huis, genoeg ruimte voor 4 personen. Er waren diverse etenswaren beschikbaar en zelfs was er een wasmachine met wasmiddel. Genoeg hout voor de houtkachel.”

Managed by Sykes Holiday Cottages

Company review score: 9Based on 91,933 reviews from 20971 properties
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Company information

Sykes Holiday Cottages is an independent holiday cottage rental agency, with the finest selection of holidays across the UK and Ireland. Whether it’s a family-friendly holiday, a pet-friendly holiday or an activity and adventure-filled holiday, find your ideal UK break with Sykes Holiday Cottages. Our sister brands include Abersoch Quality Homes, Best of Suffolk, Carbis Bay Holidays, Character Cottages, Coast and Country Cottages, Coast and Country Holidays, Cornish Cottage Holidays, Dream Cottages, Heart of the Lakes, Helpful Holidays, Hideaways, Hogans Irish Cottages, John Bray, Lakes Cottage Holidays, Lake District Lodge Holidays, Lakelovers, Manor Cottages, Menai Holidays, Northumbria Coast & Country, Welsh Coast and Country Holidays and Yorkshire Coastal Cottages, and our family extends as far as Bachcare in New Zealand.

Property information

Drumhead Bothy is a wonderful cottage situated in the village of Finzean, near Aboyne, in Scotland. Hosting two bedrooms: one double with an en-suite shower room and one twin, sleeping a total of four people and served by a cloakroom. There is an open-plan living room with a kitchen, dining area and sitting area with a woodburning stove. We welcome a maximum of two dogs at the property. However, they should not be left unattended. Outside has a small front patio area with furniture, as well as off-road parking. Drumhead Bothy is a lovely choice for a remote family break to Scotland. Note: This property can not take any bookings that start on a welcome a maximum of two dogs at the property. However, they should not be left The property does not have facilities to charge electric vehicles.

Neighbourhood information

This stunning village rests on the banks of the picturesque River Dee, on the eastern fringes of the Cairngorms National Park and close to the world-famous Scottish Highlands. It is an excellent spot for exploring the great outdoors, not only with the Cairngorms National Park abounding in beautiful walking and cycling paths, but Aboyne itself plays host to an all-weather tennis court, a bowling green and an 18-hole golf course. In terms of amenities, the village offers a couple of handy shops, welcoming pubs and local facilities including a newsagents and a butchers. North of the village, discover the immaculate Aboyne Castle. A 31-mile drive west will lead you towards the striking port city of Aberdeen, abounding in fine architecture and hosting a wealth of excellent attractions and amenities.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

House rules

Drumhead Bothy takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Cards accepted at this property
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

One well behaved dog welcome

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.