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Dolphin Cottage
Cottage Ref: 11761
- Sleeps 8
- Self Catering
- 3 Bedrooms
- No Smoking
- 2 Bathrooms
- Pets Allowed
- Sea views
Free Wifi
2 bathrooms - Car not essential
Changeover
Saturday
Nearest Airport: Aberdeen (45miles)
Not suitable for infirm
Description
Dolphin Cottage sits almost on the beach in Whitehills. It has 3 bedrooms and sleeps from 6 to 8 people. This traditional fisherman's cottage was completely renovated in 2014 and now boasts a comfortable lounge with a wood burning stove, a large dining kitchen with another wood burning stove. A further sitting room with spectacular views out to sea and the dolphins!
The master bedroom has beautiful sea views on two sides and an en suite shower room. The cottage also has a modern bathroom with bath and walk in shower. Outside there is a patio area with uninterrupted views out to sea.
Dolphin Cottage dates back to the 19th century and maintains much of its original character. Completely renovated in 2014 Dolphin Cottage now has electric heating as well as the two wood burning stoves. The cottage is light and bright yet also cosy and warm.
Location of holiday rental in Whitehills near Banff, Aberdeenshire, North East Scotland
| Holiday Type: | Beach, Rural, Historic/Sightseeing |
| Local Activities: | Swimming/Watersports, Walking, Golf, Fishing, Climbing, Cycling/Mountain Biking |
| Nearest Airport: | Aberdeen Inverness |
45miles 65km |
|---|---|---|
| Nearest Railway Station: | Huntly | 17miles |
| Nearest Bus Station: | Aberdeen | 45miles |
| Nearest Beach: | Whitehills | .1miles |
| Nearest Pub/Restaurant: | Seafield Arms | .25miles |
Location description
Whitehills is a fishing village on the coast. The beaches are mainly rocky but there is some sand. Within a couple of miles there is a huge sandy beach of Banff Links. Whitehills has yachting marina, a children's play park and a few pubs and restaurants as well as small shops.
Other activities
Golf. Wildlife watching. Sailing. Canoeing/Kayacking. Fishing. Castles and mansions open to the public. Folk music.
Local events
Portsoy Boat Festival.
Tourist attractions
Aberdeenshire is known as “Castle Country” because it has more castles per square mile than any other county in the UK. Aberdeenshire boasts 300 castles and the landscape around Portsoy is no exception being dotted with castles including the ruins of Findlater Castle and the Palace of Boyne and the privately owned Fordyce Castle all within a mile or two of Portsoy. The 17th century Duff House is open to visitors in Banff as is Fyvie Castle further inland. The Banffshire coast is home to rare wildlife such as whale, dolphins and seals as well as rare birds such as puffins, cormorants, oyster catchers and shags.
Accommodation, Facilities and Services
| Suitability: | Not suitable for infirm, No Smoking, Pets Allowed |
| General: | Central heating, Internet Access |
| Bedrooms: | 3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 8 1 Double/s with ensuite, 1 Double/s, 1 Twin/s, 1 Sofabed/s |
| Bathrooms: | 2 Bathroom/s 1 Bath/s, 2 Shower/s, 2 Wash basin/s, 2 Toilets/s |
| Lounge: | Seating for 11 people Large screen TV There are 2 lounges both with large screen televisions. The first in the front of the house sits 7 and has a log burning stove. The second lounge is called the Dolphin Watching Room and sits 4 with spectacular views out to sea. |
| Kitchen/Utility: | Oven, Hob, Grill, Fridge, Freezer, Microwave, Kettle, Toaster, Dishwasher, Washing machine, Ironing board, Iron This is a dining kitchen with a kitchen table which can seat 8. There is also a log burning stove. |
| Outdoors: | Private garden There is a patio area outside with uninterrupted views out to sea. |
| Access: | Car not essential, Stairs |
| Services: |
Linen provided, Towels provided, Cleaning included, Laundry included |
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Rates
| Period | Weekly | Minimum Stay |
|---|---|---|
| January (excluding New Year and Easter) | £600 | 3 Days |
| February to March | £600 | 3 Days |
| Easter | £650 | 7 Days |
| April | £600 | 7 Days |
| May to June | £650 | 7 Days |
| July to September | £715 | 7 Days |
| October to November | £650 | 3 Days |
| December (excluding Christmas) | £650 | 3 Days |
| Christmas and New Year | £800 | 7 Days |
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Deposit/Booking Notes
25% deposit with booking. Balance 2 calendar months from arrival date.
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Owner Details
Owner Name:
Laura
Property Ref:
11761
Languages Spoken:
English
Preferred Contact Method:
Enquiry Form
Primary Telephone:
447799000966
Owner joined website:
9 February 2016
Property listed since:
11 February 2016
Link to owners website:
www.banffshire-holiday-cottages.co.uk
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Owner Details
Owner Name: Laura
Property Ref: 11761
Languages Spoken: English
Preferred Contact Method: Enquiry Form
Primary Telephone: 447799000966
Owner joined website: 9 February 2016
Property listed since: 11 February 2016
Link to owners website: www.banffshire-holiday-cottages.co.uk
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