STEADING COTTAGE - CRAIGIEVAR CASTLE in Alford, Aberdeenshire | Cottage in Alford

10.0 (3 Reviews) |   Pet Friendly   2 Bedrooms  1 Bathroom  4 Guests
Alford Cottage | STEADING COTTAGE - CRAIGIEVAR CASTLE in Alford, Aberdeenshire

2 Bedroom Cottage in Alford

This detached single-storey cottage rests in the grounds of Craigievar Castle near Alford, Aberdeenshire and can sleep four people in two bedrooms.
Steading Cottage is a lovely L-shaped detached cottage resting in the grounds of Craigievar Castle near Alford, Aberdeenshire. Hosting an all-ground-floor layout with two bedrooms; including a double and a twin, along with a bathroom, this property can sleep up to four guests. There is also a kitchen and a living/dining room with an open fire. Outside there is off-road parking beside the cottage and access to the castle estate. Steading Cottage offers a chance for you and your loved ones to come together in beautiful Aberdeenshire. This property has a Good Housekeeping Bond of 250 GBP
Amenities: Electric central heating with radiators and open fire. Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, washer/dryer, dishwasher. TV with intergrated DVD player, radio. Fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Travel cot available. Off-road parking close to the cottage for 2 cars. Access to the castle grounds. Two well-behaved dogs welcome. Sorry, no smoking. Shop and pub 5.3 miles miles. Holiday guests have access to the estate grounds outside of the regular opening hours. There is no WiFi at this property and mobile phone reception can be poor. Access is via the front door which has a step, and there are three internal steps down into the living/dining area, the area by the front door is cobbled. If the Accommodation becomes inaccessible due to bad weather the National Trust for Scotland will take all reasonable steps to inform you and to offer an alternative National Trust for Scotland property. The opening times, visitor facilities and entry prices of all National Trust for Scotland properties and attractions can be viewed on their website here
Region: From the lush green farmlands of the Borders to the ruggedness of the Highlands, the Scots are proud of their land and identity. Scotland also has some of Britain’s best beaches with glorious stretches of clean sand over which to roam.
Town: Settled in the region of Aberdeenshire surrounded by countryside is the small town of Alford, steeped in history and offering a perfect location for enjoying both the city sights of Aberdeen and the vast Cairngorms National Park. The town is home to several local businesses including shops and pubs, and also the Alford Heritage Museum. Visit the Battle of Alford battleground, or head to nearby Haughton and Murray country park, with Craigievar Castle being well-worth a visit too.

STEADING COTTAGE - CRAIGIEVAR CASTLE in Alford, Aberdeenshire is located in Alford. STEADING COTTAGE - CRAIGIEVAR CASTLE in Alford, Aberdeenshire provides accommodation, featuring Kitchen, Laundry, Security/Safety, among other amenities. This Cottage features Kitchen, Laundry, Security/Safety, to make your stay a comfortable one.

STEADING COTTAGE - CRAIGIEVAR CASTLE in Alford, Aberdeenshire has 2 Bedrooms , 1 Bathroom, and max occupancy of 4 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated Cottage because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this Cottage, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. Cottage has a friendly neighborhood, and the Alford has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Cottage in Alford, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Parking
Pet Friendly
TV
Security/Safety
Fireplace/Heating
Entertainment
Child Friendly
Kitchen
Laundry

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Check-in
Check-in time starts at 5:00 pm minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 9:30 am
Child Policy
Children are welcome.
Pet Policy
Pets allowed service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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

Reviews

J L.
Jul 10, 2025 02:23:11 AM
Review Score:   10
Summary: The National Trust for Scotland has done an incredible job with the self-catering cottages at Craigievar Castle. The Steading Cottage was absolutely perfect for our family of four. The cottage was spacious, spotlessly clean, and well-equipped for cooking and all of our needs during our stay. Very comfortable and cozy space. We all loved hiking and strolling the beautiful grounds. After the castle closed to tours (4:00pm-ish), we had the grounds entirely to ourselves (even when the castle was open, it was quiet and not at all busy feeling - the cottage is situated well away from where day visitors are). Lots of birds and wildlife - we even saw a red squirrel in the forest while hiking. From the living room, Steading has a view of the castle as well as the rolling hills of the beautiful countryside. The cottage provided a lovely basecamp for exploring the 'quieter' side of the Cairngorms, visiting Balmoral Castle, and exploring the unique and fascinating recumbent stone circles of northeastern Scotland. Highly recommend Steading Cottage for a restful, historically interesting (tour the castle!), and beautiful stay. It was one of our absolutely favorite experiences while visiting Scotland!
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