The Bothy

Very warm and comfy property.

Owners very nice.

Lovely cosy cottage.

Owners were on site if needed - and very friendly/helpful - but not at all intrusive. Cottage is small but well equipped and comfortable. The only (slight) downside is that the garden is not immediately adjacent to the property - it is very close but round the side of the main house. As such I had to go out each time with my dog rather than let her out by herself(albeit tethered as it is not a secure garden - which is highlighted in the description). However the cottage leads directly on to path walks so easy to walk the dog. Also within easy distance of Aberdeen. Recommend that visitors arrive in daylight as cottage is along an unlit road & not easy to find in the dark. It is fine once you know where to go and directions were good. Overall nice, comfortable cottage & we would return.

Absolutely beautiful property with everything you could want for your break.

Finding our way late at night was a challenge but well worth the effort. The views from the balcony were stunning and lots to see and do in the vicinity. A great end to our Highland Adventure

Lovely place, had everything we needed.

Clean and very comfortable in a great location for walks from the door and exploring the gorgeous local area.

A fantastic find in an absolutely stunning location.

The Bothy is a delightful little cottage in the owners front garden with stunning views over a beautiful valley and the sea. We even spotted a large pod of dolphins in Newtonhill Cove, which is apparently a regular sight. The cottage was spotless, well decorated, well furnished and really comfortable. The front porch and balcony are South facing, so get the best of the sunshine all day. We were blessed with glorious weather and certainly made the most of both areas. There is also a shady seating area to the side for when it got too warm, where we were joined by the cows in the neighbouring field. The kitchen was really well stocked with good pots, pans, crockery, utensils and many other items. More than most other small cottages that we have visited. If anything, possibly too many pots and pans, as there was no space left to put our food etc. The only very minor issue was that some of the cupboard doors need a little TLC as some of the screws and fixings were coming loose. A very minor thing indeed that could be easily rectified with a few tools. But that is picking flies on what was overall a four star accommodation in a superb location. The walks from the doorstep were also stunning. You have direct access onto the coastal path with short walks into Newtonhill or Portlethen. We even found some lovely circular routes that are ideal for dog owners. So overall, and excellent cottage in a great location. We certainly hope to be back again soon!

Lovely accommodation in a beautiful location.

We had a fantastic week at The Bothy.

The cottage itself was spotlessly clean and incredibly comfortable, with every little detail thoughtfully provided. Each morning we enjoyed our brew on the balcony, taking in the breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding hills and sea. Its location couldn’t have been more perfect, just a short drive from so many charming villages, scenic walking routes, and hidden gems. We highly recommend visiting Newburgh Seal Beach and St Cyrus Beach, both are stunning spots with plenty of wildlife and beautiful coastal scenery. Hosts Neil and Irene went above and beyond to make us feel welcome; their warmth and local tips truly made our stay special. We left rejuvenated and already dreaming of our return!

The owners were really really warm, caring and special people.

The view on to the sea amazing, and the walks suitable for all. It was a really good holiday at The Bothy, and would have no hesitation to recommend this as a restful, beautiful holiday.

Everything was great.

Despite the power outage when we arrived, which was not the owner's fault! The owner was very kind and made sure the heating was up and running once the power came back on. Thank you for a lovely stay.

Lovely, cosy place to stay with wonderful views Owners were fantastic and could not do enough for us

The cottage was clean, cosy and comfortable.

The owner was very helpful and informative about the area. We enjoyed many walks in the area and visiting many of the beautiful castles and gardens. We also enjoyed a very interesting visit to Aberdeen.

This is the 2nd time we have stayed at The Bothy and we love it.

It’s very comfortable, it’s peaceful and is positioned very well for visiting other attractions.

We loved the Bothy despite having to leave early due to a family bereavement.

It’s a great base for exploring the area. Also loved watching the trains speed by over the viaduct.

Lovely cottage in a spectacular location.

Well-finished and tastefully decorated. The photos barely do it justice. Well equipped, though we could have done with a chopping board, scales and a whisk. During the coldest June in decades we were grateful for the central heating which came on simply by adjusting the thermostat.

It was a lovely cottage, well equipped and extremely comfortable.

One of the best holiday properties we have been to. Stunning views and location was great for a relaxing break, which was what we were looking for. No negatives in this property.

Comfortable cosy and well equipped property.

Fantastic views from the Bedroom balcony, only wish we had more appropriate weather to make use of it. Lots of nice walks to be had. Train line is very close but we did not find this any sort of problem. 2 walkable pubs with very friendly locals.

We had a lovely stay at the Bothy which was very comfortable & had lovely views.

I was a bit disappointed that the local beach (which was very close) was not really very good for swimming and also that the train line was so close to the Bothy and the trains were quite regular.

Lovely property and we had a restful weeks break

A very beautiful, well equipped cottage with exceptional views.

One of the best cottages that I rent in UK for the last of my 7 years here.

I would like to thank Irene and Nail for this beautiful cottage and for their support during my week there. We had very nice week even it was raining most of the week ,but the view outside make it perfect for relaxing. The sea is near from the bothy and it is very nice place for hiking and walking around. Also, we meet with the many neighbors and all of them friendly. Thanks again for Irene and Nail and we will visit this place again.

We had a lovely 4 night stay at the Bothy.

The facilities are excellent and the cottage was very clean and cosy. The own came round to say hello which was lovely. Thank you for the Prosecco what a lovely touch. We would definitely recommend a stay at the Bothy. We loved the beaches at Black dog Sands and seal sands. The seals were e very entertaining!! Thank you for such a lovely few days. The weather was good and exploring Scotland was amazing we will be back. Wolf & Carole

This was our third stay in the Bothy in a year….

excellent…..good to see Neil and Irene again

A wonderful few days spent at The Bothy.

The weather has been pretty good apart from one very windy day so we have managed to explore a lot of the area. The Bothy is very comfortable and had everything we needed for a lively stay. So jealous of your amazing view! Would love to visit again and hopefully take advantage of the balcony and view over our morning coffee.

This is a fabulous property.

So warm and comfortable. It had everything you could possibly need for a week away. Easy access to shops albeit via a busy bypass but no problems. Owners Neil and Irene are on hand if needed. I would have no hesitation to return and also to recommend this property. Thank you for a wonderful stay. PS The bathroom is downstairs.

The cottage was was really nice!

Clean and comfy! Its was also in a lovely area !

I can't fault this property and the owners as we have just had an amazing time.

The Bothy sits on a hill overlooking the sea with very easy access to walks down to the sea and the hills surrounding . We will definitely be returning when we are next in the area visiting family. I can't recommend highly enough.

My daughter and I had a lovely relaxing few days at The Bothy.

Just enough walks nearby for our dog. Plenty of things to explore in the surrounding area. Thanks for sharing your property with us. Linda

Really enjoyed the stay.

Walks and wildlife seen by cottage brilliant

We had a great break staying at The Bothy.

It is a lovely little house in a beautiful location and the owners Neil & Irene provided all the modern amenities you might need. The Bathroom is modern, clean and fully fitted with bath and shower over the bath. One thing to note is the bathroom is on the ground floor and the bedrooms are on the 1st floor just in case this may be an issue for anyone. There is a nice little area around the house with a secluded bench seat and table, a small decked patio area at the front of the house and a nice little balcony on the main bedroom. The surrounding area is really beautiful, we travelled with our dog and he loved the long morning and evening walks along the stunning coastline cliffs and hillsides. The house is nice and secluded and peaceful with no noisy neighbours only Neil & Irene the owners who live in the neighbouring Steadings house. They are friendly and helpful but never intrude upon your visit in any way.

A lovely, warm, cosy cottage in a lovely area.

Owners were lovely and welcoming. Would definitely recommend.x

Delighted.

to return to the Botha and to meet Irene and Neil

We really enjoyed our stay at The Bothy, the cottage was equipped with everything we needed and was very clean and tidy.

I loved the little safe, something I have never encountered at any other holiday let, what a fantastic idea. I also loved that the owners are on site in case of any queries, but with privacy respected at all times. We hope we can visit again in the future. :-)

Loved everything about this property

TV upstairs does not work.

Could not find a can opener? Tiles at kitchen area and bath need regrout as looks a bit mouldy. Good size bedrooms with beds OK. Downstairs very snug if there had been 4 people. Nice enough wee place just.wee details to fix

We had a great stay in the cottage.

Peaceful location with some great walks in the area. Very friendly owner. Comfortable accommodation we would recommend to everybody.

Lovely property, home from home, hosts extremely friendly and helpful, would certainly visit again.

Lovely and tidy place, contains all equipment you may need after all day spent outdoors.

We had a very enjoyable stay at The Bothy.

It was very comfortable and well equipped. The owners were very friendly and accommodating. Would highly recommend.