Find self catering and cottages with an open fire or a wood burner in East Scotland

Mintlaw, Mintlaw, Aberdeenshire, East Scotland

Sleeps 3
Weekly prices from: £315

Self catering accommodation in Mintlaw sleeps 3.

Features include: Fishing nearby • Near the Beach • Close to the Sea Open Fire or Wood Burner Stove Pets allowed Golf near by Garden • sleeps 3

Accommodation overview: Beautifully situated on a working farm, amidst tranquil rolling countryside, this charming property comprises a self-contained wing of an historic listed farmhouse. It has been completely refurbished to provide exceptionally well appointed accommodation and the spacious living area has panoramic views over the garden to the surrounding fields and woods. There is a south-facing outdoor seating area, which is ideal for relaxing in the peaceful surroundings and large well-kept gardens. This convenient location offers the opportunity to explore the quiet roads, pretty market towns, picturesque fishing villages, spectacular cliffs and sandy beaches of the North Sea coast. The towns of Mintlaw and Strichen are each within 4 miles, offering shops and pub/hotels. All around are lovely walks and cycle tracks, abundant wildlife and glorious scenery. The surrounding area offers golf, angling, field sports and surfing. Ground Floor: Living/dining room with wood burning stove, kitchen, shower room. First Floor: 1 bedroom with zip link beds (can be kingsize double or twin), cot and single folding bed available. All electric. Fridge, dishwasher, microwave, Freeview television, Broadband, CD, DVD player. Secure storage for sports equipment etc and laundry room available. Bed linen and towels provided.

Faunoran Cottage, Crathie, Aberdeenshire, East Scotland

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from: £319 to £753

Self catering accommodation in Crathie sleeps 4.

Features include: Short Breaks Non smoking • Detached • Open Fire or Wood Burner Stove Pets allowed sleeps 4

Accommodation overview: Just a few hundred yards from Balmoral Castle and across a field from the beautiful River Dee (right photograph) is this very comfortable cottage. Enjoying a peaceful setting on the very edge of the tiny village of Crathie the cottage is ideally placed for exploring Royal Deeside and enjoying its wonderful scenery. Walking cycling canoeing pony trekking gliding skiing in winter golf fishing and the Whisky Trail are all available in the area. Bar and restaurant 3 miles. Choice of pubs restaurants and shops at Ballater 8 miles.

Sitting room with dining area and wood burning stove. Kitchen. Cloakroom/W.C. First floor: Double bedroom. Twin bedded room. Bathroom/W.C. (shower over bath).

Phone enquiries: 0844 847 1143

The Windowky, Seatown Gardenstown, Aberdeenshire, East Scotland

Sleeps 2
Weekly prices from: £235 to £582

Self catering accommodation in Seatown Gardenstown sleeps 2.

Features include: Short Breaks Romantic Break Near the Beach • Close to the Sea Open Fire or Wood Burner Stove Pub near by • Pets allowed sleeps 2

Accommodation overview: Perched by the sea wall only yards from a beautiful sandy beach this romantic retreat (shown right with red roof) enjoys glorious sea views with magnificent sunsets as well as sightings of bottlenose dolphins. Comfortably furnished in a stylish nautical fashion it is ideally situated for walking and bird watching on the cliff tops and coastal paths and for exploring the picturesque villages along this lovely coastline – Pennan (5 miles) was the location for Local Hero. Banff is just 7 miles away. Shop and pub serving food 200 yards.

Cosy open plan sitting room with open fire dining and galley style kitchen areas. First floor: Double bedroom with wood burning stove and sea views. Bathroom/W.C. (shower over bath).

Phone enquiries: 0844 847 1143

Faunoran House, Crathie, Aberdeenshire, East Scotland

Sleeps 12
Weekly prices from: £601 to £2500

Self catering accommodation in Crathie sleeps 12.

Features include: Short Breaks • Multi bathrooms • Non smoking • Detached • Open Fire or Wood Burner Stove Pets allowed sleeps 12

Accommodation overview: Just a few hundred yards from Balmoral Castle and the beautiful River Dee this spacious former manse stands peacefully on the edge of the tiny village of Crathie. Set in the heart of Royal Deeside – an area closely associated with the Royal Family since the time of Queen Victoria – this very comfortable and well equipped property with its own walled garden area is ideally situated for exploring the beautiful valley of the Dee and the Grampian Mountains. Picturesque towns and villages many ancient castles and the Whisky Trail around some of Scotland's most famous distilleries are all within easy reach. Aberdeen and Inverness (the capital of the Highlands) both make good day trips. Golf canoeing gliding pony trekking hill walking and spectating at Highland Games are just some of the activities in the area and fishing is available by arrangement. Skiing in season is available nearby. Bar and restaurant at Inver Hotel 3 miles. Choice of pubs restaurants art galleries and antique shops at Ballater 8 miles.

Comfortable and spacious sitting room with open fire. Dining room with open fire and French doors to garden. Well equipped kitchen. Snug/games room with pool table and TV. Utility room. Cloakroom/WC. First floor: Double bedroom with king size bed and ensuite bathroom/WC (shower over bath). Second double bedroom with king size bed and ensuite shower room/WC. Third double bedroom. Twin bedded room. Bathroom/WC with separate shower cubicle. Separate WC. Second floor: Two twin bedded rooms. Shower room/WC.

Phone enquiries: 0844 847 1143

Faunoran Cottage, Crathie, Aberdeenshire, East Scotland

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from: £319 to £753

Self catering accommodation in Crathie sleeps 4.

Features include: Short Breaks Non smoking • Detached • Open Fire or Wood Burner Stove Pets allowed sleeps 4

Accommodation overview: Just a few hundred yards from Balmoral Castle and across a field from the beautiful River Dee (right photograph) is this very comfortable cottage. Enjoying a peaceful setting on the very edge of the tiny village of Crathie the cottage is ideally placed for exploring Royal Deeside and enjoying its wonderful scenery. Walking cycling canoeing pony trekking gliding skiing in winter golf fishing and the Whisky Trail are all available in the area. Bar and restaurant 3 miles. Choice of pubs restaurants and shops at Ballater 8 miles.

Sitting room with dining area and wood burning stove. Kitchen. Cloakroom/WC. First floor: Double bedroom. Twin bedded room. Bathroom/WC (shower over bath).

Phone enquiries: 0844 847 1143

Dykehead, Kirriemuir, Angus, East Scotland

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from: £296

Self catering accommodation in Kirriemuir sleeps 4.

Features include: Detached • Wheelchair access Open Fire or Wood Burner Stove • Garden • sleeps 4

Accommodation overview: This charming period detached cottage is at the edge of the village adjoining Glen Clova, 4 miles from the quaint old town of Kirriemuir. The cottage has been in the same family since 1860 and was originally the post office on the Earl of Airlie's estate. There are lovely south-facing views over rolling farmland and countryside to the hills beyond from the large enclosed secluded garden, where garden furniture and a barbecue are provided. This delightful cottage has a warm homely atmosphere and is tastefully furnished. Places of interest include historic houses, beautiful gardens, Glamis Castle, St Andrews and Captain Scott's Discovery in Dundee. Shops 5 miles. 1 double, 1 large twin, cosy sitting room with open fire, a new large contemporary dining/kitchen/morning room with multi-fuel burning stove, white bathroom suite with seperate shower, storm porch for sports gear. All electric with Total Control night storage heating plus open fire/electric fire. Fridge, dishwasher, washer/dryer, microwave, 2 flat screen freeview televisions, DVD, video, CD player, radio. Bed linen and towels are provided.

Faunoran House, Crathie, Aberdeenshire, East Scotland

Sleeps 12
Weekly prices from: £601 to £2500

Self catering accommodation in Crathie sleeps 12.

Features include: Short Breaks • Multi bathrooms • Non smoking • Detached • Open Fire or Wood Burner Stove Pets allowed sleeps 12

Accommodation overview: Just a few hundred yards from Balmoral Castle and the beautiful River Dee this spacious former manse stands peacefully on the edge of the tiny village of Crathie. Set in the heart of Royal Deeside – an area closely associated with the Royal Family since the time of Queen Victoria – this very comfortable and well equipped property with its own walled garden area is ideally situated for exploring the beautiful valley of the Dee and the Grampian Mountains. Picturesque towns and villages many ancient castles and the Whisky Trail around some of Scotland's most famous distilleries are all within easy reach. Aberdeen and Inverness (the capital of the Highlands) both make good day trips. Golf canoeing gliding pony trekking hill walking and spectating at Highland Games are just some of the activities in the area and fishing is available by arrangement. Skiing in season is available nearby. Bar and restaurant at Inver Hotel 3 miles. Choice of pubs restaurants art galleries and antique shops at Ballater 8 miles.

Comfortable and spacious sitting room with open fire. Dining room with open fire and French doors to garden. Well equipped kitchen. Snug/games room with pool table and TV. Utility room. Cloakroom/W.C. First floor: Double bedroom with king size bed and ensuite bathroom/W.C. (shower over bath). Second double bedroom with king size bed and ensuite shower room/W.C. Third double bedroom. Twin bedded room. Bathroom/W.C. with separate shower cubicle. Separate W.C. Second floor: Two twin bedded rooms. Shower room/W.C.

Phone enquiries: 0844 847 1143

Alford, Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire, East Scotland

Sleeps 6
Weekly prices from: £458

Self catering accommodation in Aberdeen sleeps 6.

Features include: Detached Near the Beach • Close to the Sea Open Fire or Wood Burner Stove Pub near by • Golf near by Garden • sleeps 6

Accommodation overview: In an idyllic rural setting, enjoying open views over the rolling farmland and native woodlands, this traditional stone-built farm building has been beautifully converted by local craftsman. This stunning semi detached property is highly specified and very well furnished with lovely features such as the cathedral ceiling and gallery over the lounge and all rooms are spacious, bright and welcoming. There is a sheltered garden with large patio and outdoor furniture for outdoor living in beautiful surroundings. Alford ( 1 mile) lies at the heart of Upper Donside and has excellent shops and hotels and many attractions including a renowned transport museum, dry ski slope, swimming pool, skate park, golf course and a beautiful country park. There are lovely quiet walks, winter sports at the Lecht Ski Area, a host of golf courses within easy reach and this is the centre of the Aberdeenshire Castle and Whisky trails making this property the ideal base for activities, touring or relaxing. The Granite City of Aberdeen is 25 miles away and has beautiful clean beaches, an international airport and outstanding retail and leisure facilities. Ground floor - 1 double bedroom (king size bed) with en-suite bathroom (shower over bath), large airy lounge/dining room with open fire, patio doors and a second galleried sitting area above, well appointed spacious breakfasting kitchen, utility room, cloakroom / wc. First floor - 1 double bedroom (king size bed) with balcony and en-suite shower room, 1 twin bedroom, (cot and high chair available), family bathroom with shower over bath. Cooking by gas hob/electric oven, oil-fired underfloor heating plus open fire. 2 fridges, freezer, washing machine, dryer, dishwasher, microwave, 2 televisions with Sky package, 2 DVD and CD players. Bed linen and towels are provided.