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The Hideaway, perfect retreat near the Cairngorms

Vacation home in Banchory with kitchen and balcony

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Interior
Dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
6 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, WiFi

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

6 bedrooms4 bathrooms1 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Banchory
  • Place, Deeside Activity Park
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Craigievar Castle
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Grampian Transport Museum
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Airport, Aberdeen (ABZ)
    ‪42 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Banchory

This vacation home is located 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Craigievar Castle and within a 10-minute drive of Deeside Activity Park. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a balcony.

What's nearby

  • Deeside Activity Park - 12 min drive - 6.8 miles
  • Craigievar Castle - 13 min drive - 5.0 miles
  • Grampian Transport Museum - 16 min drive - 8.8 miles
  • Alford Valley Steam Railway - 16 min drive - 9.0 miles
  • Haughton Country Park - 17 min drive - 9.2 miles

Getting around

  • Insch Station - 27 min drive
  • Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Alford Bistro - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Lodge on the Loch of - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Costa Express - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪New East - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Great Wall Chinese Restaurant - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Hideaway, perfect retreat near the Cairngorms

The Hideaway nestles into the foothills of the Cairngorms Naional Park, built of traditional granite stone, hand built by the owner over a 4 year period, features 18 douglas fir truses providing an inspiring environment for guests with the open plan layout: the family room, kitchen and dining area. The adjoining Bothy sleeps 2 adults and a child, included in the rental cost. The house sleeps 13 adults +2 children comfortably. Please contact us for additional child sleeping arrangements The Hideaway is ideal for those who wish to escape the pressure of modern day life. Ideal for friends and family celebrations, extended family who wish to spend quality time together. We also cater for small weddings , please email for more information. Well behaved 'hens and stags’ are also welcome. The jacuzzi, gym and BBQ are also available, please ask for details and charges for jacuzzi. The adjoining Bothy has an open plan layout with its own separate kitchen, island, tv lounged shower room. Sleeps 2 adults in 1 bedroom mezzanine with a small double sofa bed for a child up to 14. The Hideaway and The Bothy can be booked separately, see separate listings for details. Please note, we charge £250 for exclusive use of the hot tub. It’s a big tub and expensive to run, maintain and clean. It overlooks the uninterrupted countryside, with fab views, protected by the elements with a slate gazebo. The hot tub measures 2.5 sq. mts. Please reserve and pay for this service 1 week before arrival. You are welcome to park freely in the area around the Hideaway. You will need a car to explore the area. In January and February, we recommend you have all,weather tyres., however roads are normally cleared if we have snow. We live close to the house, so we are on hand to help guests when required. After the initial show around we leave you to enjoy your stay. visit Aboyne, Cragievar Castle, Whiskey distillery trail at Speyside, Balmoral, Ballater, Braemar and Banchory, all a short drive from the house. Aberdeen 30 mins Westhill 20 mins bring a sturdy pair of walking boots and maps of the area, During lockdown, the house was refurbished, new en suite bathrooms and new soft furnishings in bedrooms and lounge areas. Recently added 85inch Sony smart TV in lounge and 3 Tetrad Buffalo Settees .. all,adding a bit of luxury to your stay
The vacation home is heated and features a kitchen, 4 bathrooms, and a balcony. There's space to spread out with 6 bedrooms and a dining area. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 1 square foot

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • This property doesn't allow children

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Property is also known as

730846

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do close to this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Banchory, close to Craigievar Castle, Deeside Activity Park, and Grampian Transport Museum. You'll also find Haughton Country Park and Alford Valley Steam Railway nearby.

Will I be able to park at this vacation home?

No, there isn't parking at this vacation home.

Is this vacation home associated with a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

Is The Hideaway, perfect retreat near the Cairngorms a good place to stay for couples?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this vacation home, including a fireplace and a kitchen in each accommodation and fireplaces in some.

Are there hot tubs at The Hideaway, perfect retreat near the Cairngorms?

No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this vacation home provide breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at this vacation home?

No, there aren't connecting rooms at this vacation home.

How close is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Aberdeen Airport (ABZ), which is 23.2 mi away (45 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Hideaway, perfect retreat near the Cairngorms?

Yes, every accommodation at The Hideaway, perfect retreat near the Cairngorms comes with a balcony.