Title: Idyllic rural country escape close to the Cairngorms National Park. Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Idyllic rural country escape close to the Cairngorms National Park. Family-friendly holiday home in Alford with a hot tub ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99380000/99375400/99375324/1640e39d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99380000/99375400/99375324/72bb6207.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99380000/99375400/99375324/f3313dd7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99380000/99375400/99375324/49d10980.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, DVD player, music library](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99380000/99375400/99375324/aed19863.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Alford Country Retreat is a haven in the beautiful countryside with its own enclosed private garden and hot tub, perfect for stargazing on clear evenings. Enjoy hillwalking, mountain bike trails and explore nearby castles. Our friendly animals add to the charm of this rural retreat. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - - Dryer - Washer - Parking available - Barbecue grill - Pet-friendly ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Idyllic rural country escape close to the Cairngorms National Park. Beautiful rural country views. The perfect location close to many local attractions, beautiful scenery, hillwalking, mountain bike trails and many castles to explore. The property has its own enclosed private garden and the hot tub is the perfect place to chill out and relax whatever the weather. On a beautiful clear evening, you can gaze up at the stars with little to no light pollution. This is a truly fantastic experience. Our Pygmy goats, hens, cockerel and ducks are sure to add a little extra to your stay with their quirky little personalities. The village of Alford is a busy village only 7 miles away and has a few pubs and restaurants where you can enjoy a lovely meal. There is the Haughton Arms Hotel. The Forbes Arms Hotel. The Bistro and some other small cafes, gift shops, chemists and the like. If you enjoy fine dining, we are only 3.5 miles from Kildrummy Inn. The atmosphere, decor and menus there are amazing and well worth a visit. Our holiday home is a home from home. We have a fully fitted kitchen with everything you need to make meals. Our bathroom is fitted with a walk in shower We provide shampoo, conditioner and shower gel we also provide towels. The largest bedroom has a double bed and two single beds. The smaller bedroom has a large king sizebed. The lounge/dining room is bright and airy. It is a very spacious room with the most comfortable sofa you can imagine. We have a smart tv where you can access Netflix and Amazon prime. We also have a selection of DVDs, some board games and a Bluetooth speaker. We have free parking on the premises. We are committed to making your stay at our place a memorable one and hope you love it here as much as we do. ## Property amenities ### Ski - Close to skiing ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 0.5 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - DVD player - Games - Music library - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming cats and dogs only - 2 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Accessible parking space - Front entrance ramp - Gravel flooring in public areas - Single level property - Smooth flooring in public areas - Well-lit path to entrance - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel - Wheelchair-accessible van parking - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In the mountains ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby ### 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 - Deadbolt lock ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Composting - Double-glazed windows - Garden - Recycling ## Similar properties ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103840000/103836000/103835919/fa616fe3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Spacious Cottage in Grounds of Scottish Castle Premnay - 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Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 2 reviews £276 includes taxes & fees 25 Oct - 26 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-25&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=89487474&PinnedHotelID=89487474&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs and cats only 2 total pets Note from host: Drooling dogs aren’t allowed in bedrooms or sofa. ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock 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 Property Registration Number STL licence no: AS-00763-P If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C57.21317%2C-2.84026&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Cy6Dq0-H2YnDWCFia8CKO0r1QSM=) Glenkindie, Scotland #### What's nearby - Kildrummy Castle - 12 min drive - 4.5 miles - Grampian Transport Museum - 20 min drive - 10.2 miles - Haughton Country Park - 20 min drive - 11.0 miles - Craigievar Castle - 22 min drive - 9.2 miles - Balmoral Castle - 47 min drive - 35.2 miles #### Getting around - Huntly Station - 32 min drive - Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) - 53 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Kildrummy Inn - ‬11 min drive - ‪Alford Bistro - ‬16 min drive - ‪Great Wall Chinese Restaurant - ‬16 min drive - ‪Farquharson's Coffee Shop - ‬19 min drive - ‪The Cheery Cup - ‬16 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Idyllic rural country escape close to the Cairngorms National Park. pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). ### What time is check-in at Idyllic rural country escape close to the Cairngorms National Park. ? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Idyllic rural country escape close to the Cairngorms National Park. ? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Idyllic rural country escape close to the Cairngorms National Park. located? > Located in the mountains, this family-friendly holiday home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Kildrummy Castle, Alford Valley Steam Railway and Cairngorms National Park. Haughton Country Park and Grampian Transport Museum are also within 9 miles (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Idyllic rural country escape close to the Cairngorms National Park. Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 6 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kirstine G. 6 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Alford Stay The property was lovely and very well equipped. We enjoyed the views and the garden and hot tub . Well worth a visit ##### Kirstine G. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### marja v. 13 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fantastic, great hospitality Very comfortable house, very friendly hosts. All you can ask for and more, despite the wheather. ##### marja v. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sophie R. 9 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect getaway Fantastic stay, lovely accomodation and area. Lovely welcome with fresh eggs and freshly baked cakes and even some easter eggs for us all! Well equipped kitchen and rooms, hot tub was amazing and the kids loved the goats and chickens out the back. Thank you Arlene ##### Sophie R. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Martin M. 27 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Stargazing Absolutely loved stopping here, it is such a fantastic location and a beautiful property to match. Arlene made us very welcome on check-in and showed us around the property and how things worked, we also got fresh eggs from Arlene's hens , which was a lovely touch Whilst here we visited Glen Moray distillery in Elgin, other distilleries are available, in fact there are loads around here. We also went to the 3B's, Balletar, Balmoral and Braemar which was lovely although Balmoral was closed.on the last night the sky's cleared and the heavens opened and we got to see all the stars whilst relaxing in the hot tub, which was amazing. I highly recommend coming here. ##### Martin M. 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