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Large family & pet friendly modern cottage with Hot Tub in Garden

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Outdoor spa tub
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Marina
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

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4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 82153 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Parking available

About this property

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

Large family & pet friendly modern cottage with Hot Tub in Garden

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Birchbrae enjoys a quiet rural location in the heart of Speyside and is less than 5 miles from the town of Keith. It is located on a farm track (of very good standard for all vehicles) set in 1 acre of natural woodland overlooking open countryside. An ideal base for exploring the locaL towns and charming fishing villages of Moray, Aberdeenshire and beyond. A great location for enjoying the great outdoors with excellent walking, fishing, golfing, sailing, skiing and cycling in the surrounding area and regions.

Moray is a mixed area of stunning beaches, agriculture, wide open spaces, fine quality food manufacturers, country pursuits, historical buildings, beautiful forests and hillsides, picturesque coastal & inland villages and least of all over 90 whisky distilleries. Inverness and Aberdeen are equi-distant and approximately 90 mins by car from the cottage. The Aberdeen - Inverness railway line stops at Keith Station. Moray is the home of Baxter's Fine Foods; Gordon & Macphail Whisky Specialists; Johnston's of Elgin Cashmere; Elgin Cathedral & Biblical Garden; Glenfiddoch; Chivas Regal; Glen Grant; Macallan; Aberlour; and many other famous Whisky Distilleries.

Birchbrae offers spacious accommodation for 8 people over two floors.
The ground floor consists of :-
One bedroom with Kingsize bed
One bedroom with 2 single beds
One family bathroom with bath and separate shower cubicle.
Utility room with washing machine and freezer.
Spacious Dining Kitchen with range cooker, refrigerator, dishwasher, microwave, CD player
Comfortable Lounge with log fire, TV/DVD player, x box, freeview TV, CD player.

The upper floor consists of:-
One bedroom with Kingsize bed, TV/DVD player with ensuite wc and shower cubicle.
One bedroom with 2 single beds.

Two cots, 2 stair gates and 2 high chairs are available if required.

The cottage has oil-fired central heating and hot water system. The water supply is from the Public Mains. All fuels, wood logs, bed linen and towels are provided. WiFi is available, broadband speed is good and mobile phone reception is good. We provide numerous board games, music CDs, DVDs and a selection of books and magazines for all ages and tastes. Currrently these are unavailable due to COVID 19, Please bring your own CDs, DVDs, Games, books and magazines.

The large garden has ample space for children to play, make dens and explore their imagination. There is a hot tub for up to 8 people. A picnic table, outdoor seating and bar-b-que are available.
The front of the cottage is open to countryside views. The rear looks into woodland and is ideal for spotting deer and bird life. Guests with children and pets should take note that the garden is open to the front and although traffic is minimal the farm track is used by farm vehicles and other residents.

There are two access doors both of which have two steps up to them. The gravel driveway is adjacent to the side door which is the most often used door.

The cottage is ideal for two families to holiday together with each floor having a double bedroom and a twin room. We have a number of guests who visit at least annually on a regular basis for some quiet relaxation. Guests vary between groups, couples or a larger families. However we also have business employees who want to relax away from home and prefer the freedom of self catering instead of being restricted by hotel and guesthouses' mealtimes and access restrictions. The cottage is not suitable for hen or stag weekends due to its rural location and lack of public transport.

We welcome well behaved pets. The cottage is located on a farm track where you can walk your dog or take it to any of the nearby forest tracks. The garden however is open to the front so pets will need supervision. As with all rural locations guests are requested to follow the countryside code at all times.

Our garden is just under an acre in size with lawn to the front and natural woodland to the rear. Kids will enjoy making dens, playing hide & seek, bug hunting and using their imagination. We provide bird feeders and seed to spot our regular and harder to find bird species. The nearest neighbours are 100m away.

At Christmas and New Year we will decorate the cottage for you or maybe you'd prefer to get away from the festive season and relax in front of a warm fire instead without any tinsel in sight!

Property manager

SUZANNE MCINTYRE

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Freezer
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • CD player
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Swimming 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

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,153 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

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

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Well behaved pets are welcome but not in bedrooms.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: High chairs, cots & stairgates available.

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
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.

We should mention

This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties
A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

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Large Family pet Friendly Modern Cottage Hot Tub Garden Keith
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Large Family pet Friendly Modern Cottage With Hot Tub in Garden
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About the area

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Keith, SCT

What's nearby

  • House of Mulben - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Strathisla Distillery - 13 min drive - 7.2 miles
  • Speyside Cooperage - 16 min drive - 9.9 miles
  • Macallan Distillery - 17 min drive - 10.3 miles
  • Glenfiddich Whisky Distillery - 19 min drive - 12.9 miles

Getting around

  • Keith Station - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fochabers Ice Cream Parlour - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Fochabers Fish Bar - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Red Lion Tavern - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Glenfiddich Distillery - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Glen Grant Distillery and Garden - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Large family & pet friendly modern cottage with Hot Tub in Garden pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Large family & pet friendly modern cottage with Hot Tub in Garden?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Large family & pet friendly modern cottage with Hot Tub in Garden?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Large family & pet friendly modern cottage with Hot Tub in Garden located?

This family-friendly Keith cottage is located in a rural location, within 2 mi (3 km) of House of Mulben and Glentauchers Distillery. St Rufus Park and Cuthil Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Large family & pet friendly modern cottage with Hot Tub in Garden Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 74 out of 88 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 88 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 88 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 88 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 88 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10

Brilliant great family holiday enjoyed by us all
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10

Loved the property. It had everything you need for a family holiday
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10

We had a great week and enjoyed exploring the local area. The house is very well equipped and great value for the money.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10

Great place to stay. A good retreat at the end of a hard days work. Hot tub was awesome!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10

The property was beautiful comfortable and roomy. The hostess was very helpful and enjoyable to talk to
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

8/10

Excellent , only comment would be more towels.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10

This is a lovely, spacious, well-equipped property. Great for those who enjoy outdoor activities. The hot tub made it very special and Suzanne was a very helpful and attentive host.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10

My family and I (5 adults and 2 kids) really enjoyed our stay! The house is lovely, very spacious, cleaned and it has everything you need to make your stay very enjoyable. Suzanne is also very helpful and made sure we had a lovely stay. For sure we will come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10

Overall very good.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

10/10

We had a fab weekend at Birchbrae, cottage was really spacious and had everything we needed. Thank you for the bottle of wine!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10

The cottage is just outside Keith and is an excellent base to explore the surrounding area (and distilleries!!). A lovely place with excellent amenities. We wished we could have stayed longer. I would recommend this cottage to anyone doing a distillery tour with a few friends. This is a great place to relax after an arduous day of tasting!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

10/10

Property in secluded location but amenities easily reached by car. Dogs loved the woods. Property had everything you needed. Owner had printed out directions to main towns/villages which were very useful to getting our bearings. Thoroughly enjoyed my break.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10

This break was absolutely brilliant,the house is very spacious,and very well supplied with everything you could need and more.The hot tub was a huge hit with all of us. The Forbes family. Our host was so nice,and just call if requiring any information. Will certainly be back if up that area.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10

We spent a week at this property and enjoyed our stay. It is very spacious and well equipped with plenty dishes and utensils. Location remote but that is what we look for. If I was to have a gripe it would be that the refrigerator is far too small to cater for 8 people. A larder fridge would be more convenient to save trips to supermarket.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10

We all had a really lovely stay at the Birchbrae. . There is lots of room for a large family with a lovely large kitchen, lounge to chill in and 4 good sized bedrooms. The hot tub is great and a wonderful addition to enjoy after a long day exploring. The boot room / utility room is also very handy if you have dogs. The only very small criticism I would have is the upstairs bedrooms mattresses were to firm for us but that May just be a personal preference. Suzanne was great at communicating with us and happy to offer assistance with local knowledge and very considerate to ourselves.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

8/10

Okay
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10

Excellent experience. Fabulous attention to detail, such as a welcome gift and Christmas decorations. Lovely cottage in excellent location.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10

What a gorgeous little cottage! Everything we needed was provided and was in the perfect location if you want to just relax with nobody nearby. Suzanne was within easy reach and ensured we had a wonderful stay. We are booking again for the summer. Thankyou so much!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10

Beautiful location
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10

We all thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this place. Keeping busy in various local activities during the day, it was a perfect place to get back to and relax. Everything we needed as a family was available and the communication was brilliant. Thanks a lot.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10

We were there for a specific occasion. The house was great, everything is already prepared when you arrive. It was so nice and the host very reactive. Thanks a lot Emilie
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10

Lovely cottage, kitchen is well equipped and lots of room. Suzanne was very helpful Thank you
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10

Beautiful cottage set in the countryside with a lovely hot tub in the garden. Lovely views from the cottage and so peaceful. The cottage has everything you need and lots of space. Hot tub is a delight and very relaxing. Suzanne is so helpful with anything that you might need. We visited Cullen which is lovely and walked from the beach to Bow Fiddle Rock which we would recommend. Buckie is also a lovely town to visit too. We've been to the cottage many times over the years and it's always lovely to visit again. Will definitely visit again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10

Booked this cottage for a family celebration for my husband's 75th birthday. A beautifully kept spacious property. We could not believe the amount of space there was. A lovely big eating kitchen, large living room, a big bathroom and 4 incredibly spacious bedrooms - 1 with en-suite. I was most impressed by the amount of crockery etc that was provided. Most self-catering properties only give you the minimum, but we could have had a couple of meals and not had to wash dishes. The hot tub was an added bonus - my family love a hot tub. This property is ideal whether you wish to visit one or two of the many distilleries nearby, explore the beautiful area of Speyside and beyond, a relaxing chilled out break, or perhaps all three.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10

Easy to book. Lots of information about the house. Lots of photos. Travel details Easy to folow.sat nav takes you up to the door. More than 5star needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022