Guests say
Garden Cottage receives high praise for its beautiful, peaceful setting and characterful charm. Guests enjoy the privacy, spacious grounds, and wildlife encounters. The cottage's cleanliness and modern amenities are appreciated, though some mention minor maintenance issues. The property's capacity to comfortably accommodate groups and families is noted, despite a squeeze in the lounge and the challenge of having two bathrooms for larger parties. Overall, the cottage offers a delightful retreat with a friendly local cat and peacock adding to the experience.
The cottage is generally well-received for its cleanliness, with one review highlighting its pristine condition upon arrival. However, one mention of cobwebs and dirty dishes suggests room for improvement.
The location is celebrated for its seclusion, beautiful gardens, and wildlife sightings. The only drawback mentioned is the condition of the access tracks, which have potholes.
The cottage is found to be comfortable and full of character, with ample space for guests. Criticisms include the limited number of bathrooms for a larger group and the lounge area being a bit tight.
Facilities are modern and appreciated, but there are constructive suggestions for improvement such as more cutlery, comfier seating, and better-sized wood for the stove. The presence of a tennis court and fire pit are positive aspects.
While the reviews express gratitude for the friendly reception and mention a persistent cat, there is no specific reference to gifts or special thoughtful touches provided by the hosts, hence the score cannot be determined.
About this property
Lhanbryde 2.7 miles. Garden Cottage is a beautifully appointed, detached cottage surrounded by countryside near Lhanbryde, Moray. Located on Blackhills Estate, this family-friendly abode offers ground-floor living, off-road parking, an enclosed garden with summer house, and spacious living areas for a family of 10 to get away from it all. Garden Cottage sits picture-perfect against rolling fields and woodland, whilst inside a homely interior awaits. Step into the rustic kitchen/diner, equipped with the self-catering essentials such as an electric oven and hob, fridge/freezer and dishwasher, to prepare a heart-warming meal for your family. Gather around the table for 10 to plan your holiday adventures and toast to your rural retreat, all by the warmth of the crackling open fire. Just next door is a handy utility with an extra fridge, along with a washer and dryer to wash muddy walking gear ready for tomorrow! Sure to be the social hub of your holiday, the sitting room has two leather sofas, leather armchairs, and charming decor; start the woodburning stove for added comfort whilst you choose a film on the wall-mounted Smart TV. On warmer days, open the French doors to find a large, enclosed garden for a cold beverage in the sun or hunker down in the summer house with a good book. A moment's peace can also be had in two snug areas at Garden Cottage; choose from a selection of games and books to keep the little ones entertained on rainy days. Ideal for young families and those with limited mobility, you'll find a double bedroom, two twins, and a shower room all on the ground floor, whilst the first floor hosts a double and a twin; each bedroom has been thoughtfully appointed with bedside lamps, storage space, and added character such as feature fireplaces. Completing the property is a spacious bathroom, where you'll love relaxing in the original, freestanding bath or in the walk-in shower, whilst your towel warms on the heated rail. For the ultimate escape in rural Scotland, book your next family-friendly holiday at Garden Cottage. Note: This property can be booked with Refs. 1033812, 1036541 and 1036542, together sleeping up to 28 guests. EPC Rating: Band D
The charming village of Lhandryde is located in the gorgeous Moray region, east of Elgin. The village has a peaceful and pleasant atmosphere, with a number of attractive cottages and St Andrews, a charming main street with a convenience shop and a welcome bar. Lhandryde's proximity to Elgin and strong train connections make it an ideal holiday destination, while the surrounding area is rich in natural landscapes and cycle trails, attracting outdoor enthusiasts.
Accommodation
Five bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x ground-floor double, 1 x twin, 2 x ground-floor twin.
Bathroom with freestanding bath, walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC.
Ground-floor shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Kitchen/diner with open fire.
Utility.
Sitting room with woodburning stove.
2 x snug
Electric central heating with woodburning stove and open fire.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, Smart TV, WiFi, selection of books and games.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Highchair and travel cot available on request.
Off-road parking for 4 cars.
Enclosed garden with lawn, patio, furniture, fire pit and summer house.
Secure bike storage.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop and pub 2.4 miles.
Note: The staircase has narrow treads, please take care.
Note: A travel cot can be requested at time of booking, guests are to provide their own cot bedding .
Note: There are two ponds and working farming machinery, please ensure children are supervised at all times.
Note: Check-in from 4pm, check-out by 10am.
Note: Although guests are welcomed to explore the estates 70-acre Grade I listed ‘outstanding’ woodland garden, no barbecues or fires are allowed in this area.
Please note: Electric Vehicle Charging is not permitted at the property although there are plenty of units locally for you to use instead.
Reviews (7)
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Justin
Just the most magical place!
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Robert
A truly beautiful cottage and perfect for our needs, everyone loved it immensely, and even non cat lovers were converted by the very persistent, but beautifully mannered cat. Solstice on Thursday evening saw us use the fire pit in the awesome garden to make a great fire to roast marshmallows and chill. (as well as the sand bucket available we had a bucket of water at hand to control / put out the fire) Extensive fun use of the tennis court and many of us found the walks around the grounds sensational, especially the very old rhododendrons! Saw deer, hares, bats, an eagle, the resident peacock / peahen and a PINE MARTEN! My wife was in heaven. The information provided by the owners in a booklet and signs in the kitchen was totally complete, with instruction manuals for everything in a kitchen drawer. To be honest since looking on Sykes cottages and downloading the app EVERYTHING went fantastically well, exactly as described. Loved it, Loved it, Loved it!
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Elizabeth
..beautiful gardens to walk in and lovely views from all windows...the friendly cat was there to greet us each day though think it very disappointied we didn't feed as told bit it's a trier lol and Pete the Peacock was there each day to show off his plumage...he did like one of the cars as he rested on the roof each day...we regularly saw deer...hares.. pheasants pass the house which was wonderful. ..the garden was a quiet retreat to Sir in in evening after our walks along the Moray coast ..only gripe were the dirt tracks to cottage had big potholes was pretty awful driving each day ...but would still return as we all loved the cottage had everything we needed