There is so much to see and do including Fly Fishing, Hiking, Whiskey Tours, Castle Trails, Canoeing, Skiing, Wildlife Walks/Safaris and attending the all important Highland Games in villages in the local area througout the summer months. The Braemar Gathering is held on the fist Saturday in September each year, these Games are seen as the biggest in the Highland Games Calander. You can also visit Balmoral from April to July when the Royal Family is not in residence.
There are numerous Art Galleries and in September the North East Open Studios allows you to visit the artists, makers and designers in thier working environment. At the cottage you will see lots of Gliders overhead from Deeside Gliding Club, if you are feeling brave then you can book a flight!
Or you could just stay put and relax taking in the beautiful scenery surrounding the cottage, wathching for Salmon jumping in the river.
The cottage enjoys a private garden with a pond on the riverbank and sleeps up to 7. The cottage is over 100 years old and was the Gardeners Cottage for the Main House Fasnadarach which was built in 1867 by Sir William Cunliffe Brooks for his daughter as a fishing lodge. Guests staying at the cottage are welcome to come and have a look around Fasnadarach.
The cottage was fully refurbished in September 2016, it is spacious in size but has a warm and cozy feel to it. Enjoy long summer days in the garden with a BBQ in the evening or snuggle up in front of the wood burner after a days exploring.
When you arrive there will be a welcome pack provided including red and white wine, bread, milk, t-bags, coffee and sugar and a few seasonal extras. If you need us to arrage a shop for you then please let us know. We also have a catering service that can provide continental breakfasts, packed lunches and evening meals. Our website is under construction so please contact us for more detials. We are sure you will have a wonderful stay with us and keep coming back!
The cottage contains the following:-
- Technology - Wi-Fi, Blue Ray Player, BOSE soundlinks, DAB radios, 4K Tv's (main room with surround sound).
- Dining room / TV Room - Dining for up to 8 with an additional TV and Sofa, great for children when the adults want to relax or as an extra living space.
- Living Room - Large sitting room with a wood burning stove, wall mounted TV and sound system.
- Kitchen - New and fully fitted with a dishwasher and Bosch Appliances.
- 4 Bedrooms - Two Double bedrooms with dressing tables. A twin room and a further single bedroom. 3 of the bedrooms overlook the river.
- Large Bathroom - Bath, Electric shower and toilet.
- An additional Shower Room, with a separate W.C.
- Utility - With a fridge freezer and a washing machine with drying facilities.
- A Gas BBQ is avaiable for your use.
- All linen and towels included.
Directions
The cottage is 1.5 miles from Dinnet Village and is accessed via its own private drive. The village's of Aboyne (5 miles) and Ballater (7.5 miles) offer lots of local ammenities.
There are regular buses from Dinnet to and from Aboyne and Ballater.
