Dog Friendly Villas In Aberdeenshire

Reviews

What our customers say about their holidays

• Amanda - Verified booking

  Firstly, looking at the price of Viola Cottage we were charged and the price it is being advertised this Autumn my daughter and I feel it was much too high.

  Last year we would have expected to pay about £600 for such a property and although we realise coronavirus has altered prices, at least I hope, temporarily - it was too high. A fairer price would have been around £700. The cottage itself was spotlessly clean but there were no bath towels and those that were there were like hand towels and in a cupboard in the utility room - the choice of crockery and cutlery fell short with nothing matching and there wasn't even a single wine glass in the cupboard and I am sure most people when on holiday may want a glass of something! As for the rather arrogant notice sent to us the day before we left instructing us how to leave the cottage I certainly took offence. My daughter and I have owned holiday cottages in the past and everyone's standards are different. I would not have dreamt of sending such a notice. I know how to leave a holiday cottage - just as I found it, spotless and tidy with the beds stripped and the linen folded in the bath. A sad ending for me not to be trusted.

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• Peter - Verified booking

  The house was ideal for our family holiday with ourselves (grandparents) and three families (our children and their children), so 8 adults and six children in all.

  The location is good for the whole of NE Scotland, although the main road outside the property is used by fast traffic so has to be approached with care. There is plenty of space for sleeping, playing, working, chilling out and most importantly for simultaneous food preparation for fussy kids using the multiple sinks, fridges, dishwashers etc. The house was clean and well presented when we arrived. The grounds are lovely with space for games, barbequing, eating and exploring. The caretaker John was helpful and attentive. He was very friendly. There were some minor negatives we have already informed John about: The matresses are badly worn and need replacement. The timeswitch on the tumble dryer is broken - it didn't switch off. And small children have to be watched on the upper landings as the bannister rails are widely spaced. But thank you - we had a great holiday. Everyone loved it.

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• Ann-marie - Verified booking

  Wow viola you didn't disappoint.

  ..what a fantastic cottage warm spotlessly clean comfortable, there's nothing you could want it's all there ! 20 out of 10 . We met the owner when he came to put the bins out for us what a lovely man and he even sent us details of berrybrae stone circle very close by and worth a visit , very short walk to reach it .we visited aikeybrae stone circle also bit of a longer walk but definitely also worth visiting. We had a ride to cullykhan bay spectacular. We mostly enjoyed walking on the beach literally two minutes from the door of the cottage, we went left down on the beach and past the little harbour and through the rocks to the magnificent beach at the back of inverallochy golf course. One week was definitely not long enough and we absolutely must go back very soon for longer too much to explore still . But for now st combs and viola cottage we've left a little bit of our hearts with you .

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• Steven - Verified booking

  What a great place, stayed here with family and friends and had a great time.

  The house facilities and garden were great we didn’t need anything as was all provided from cooking trays to the little brew kit and biscuits as a welcome gift. The bedrooms were more than adequate Cosy and a great nights sleep. Access to the park across the road is super for those with dogs, kids or a nice walk around the grounds. The location is great for many activities but do need to drive but again Peterhead Fraserburgh even Aberdeen within 30 ish minutes. All in all This place is value for money and in my opinion a steal. the owners were every helpful and great communications had between us both. Thank you again for letting us into your beautiful house and providing us with what was a rest and chill out. We don’t go to the same place twice but if we did I would not hesitate in booking Mavisbank again. Ste, Sam and family

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• Angela - Verified booking

  A lovely wee cottage in a super wee village.

  The wonderful beach is a 3 minute walk away- our dogs loved their twice daily trips to it. The cottage is warm, clean and well equipped. A lovely welcome basket was much appreciated. Comfortable beds and a good bathroom. We loved the wee utility room for getting dogs dried and fed. They also loved the garden as did we. Beautiful sunrises! Would have attached a photo but function not available. Was super to sit in the kitchen talking about our trips out and planning our days. Loved the hoover- so many cottages do not have good hoovers but this was a good one to get up sand and crumbs. Visited Peterhead Prison Museum, the Museum of Lighthouses and Aden Country Park. We will certainly be back. Thank you.

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