Set in rolling hills within 1 mile of Leith Hall Garden & Estate, this homely, 19th-century stone steading up a quiet track serves as a convenient base for two couples or a small family with a passion for the great outdoors. Within easy reach of the Moray coastline and surrounded by some of the most inspiring landscape in Aberdeenshire, the cottage will suit walkers, trail runners and cyclists who want to get hands-on experience of the area. With spacious living areas featuring quirky design touches that bathe in plenty of natural light, the cottage offers magnificent views of a garden that children and dogs will love to explore.
Watch a film beside the lounge wood burner after an exhausting day exploring the surrounding area, with drinks easily brought down from the mezzanine-level kitchen, home to a Belfast sink set within a wooden dresser. The kitchen has everything the designated cooks need to create a fortifying meal, the snug dining room an ideal setting for candles, good wine and making plans for the following day. One of the two king-size bedrooms has en-suite facilities, while the second, smaller king-size bedroom, features a slightly lowered window, one of a number of quirky design features, including small doorframes, found throughout the cottage. Two bathrooms can be found just off the main corridor. Steps in the kitchen lead up to a spacious garden made for al fresco dining, while children and dogs can explore woodland and also a ‘magical garden’ just off the main lawn.
The cottage sits adjacent to the Leith Hall Garden & Estate, a gorgeous setting where dogs can lead the way through wooded trails galore. Huntly (1 mile) is home to an array of dog-friendly pubs and cafes, while enthusiastic walkers can take in the views atop Tap o’Noth (9 miles), The Buck of Cabrach (10 miles).