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Thain House

(Ref. 967388)

Banff, Moray, Aberdeenshire & The Coastal Trail Show on map

Sykes rating

  • 5 Guests

  • 3 Bedrooms

  • 1 Bathroom

  • Pets Yes

Features

  • Garden / Patio
  • Highchair available
  • Pub/shop < 1 mile
  • Washing machine
  • Seaside
  • Broadband / WiFi

Reviews

1 Customer Review

  • "Lovely week thankyou biscuits milk and doggy treat lovely thanks the boys had a ..."

    Lovely week thankyou biscuits milk and doggy treat lovely thanks the boys had a great stay enjoyed the lovely beaches long walks felt really homely

    Thank you for your feedback Cathy. I’m pleased you all enjoyed your stay & hope you manage to make another trip up to Banff in future. Best wishes Gill Property Owner

    Reviewed by Cathy5.0Oct 2024

Summary

  • Three bedrooms: 2 x double, 1 x twin
  • Shower room with walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC
  • Kitchen
  • Living/dining room with gas fire
  • Gas central heating
  • Electric oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, kettle, toaster
  • Smart TV with access to Netflix & BBC iPlayer and WiFi, DVD player, selection of books, games and DVDs
  • Fuel and power inc. in rent
  • Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
  • Highchair, stairgate and travel cot available
  • Roadside parking
  • Enclosed rear garden with patio, astro turf and furniture
  • Three well-behaved pets welcome
  • Sorry, no smoking
  • Shop 0.3 miles, pub 0.1 mile, beach 0.5 miles
  • Note: The parking is available on a first come first served basis
  • Note: There is a slight step up on the main front door

The property

Thain House is a charming coastal retreat nestled close to the beach in Banff, Aberdeenshire.

Welcoming three well-behaved pets, this delightful property is perfect for families or friends seeking a seaside escape, with its convenient roadside location and inviting atmosphere.

Upon entering Thain House, you will be greeted by three inviting bedrooms, two doubles and a twin, each thoughtfully decorated to provide a tranquil space for rest and relaxation.

The property also boasts a shower room, complete with a walk-in shower, basin, and a heated towel rail, ensuring a warm and inviting environment during those cooler months.

The heart of the home is undoubtedly the kitchen, where you can prepare delicious meals for your loved ones.

Adjacent to the kitchen, you will find the living/dining room, a welcoming space where you can gather to enjoy meals, watch your favourite shows on the Smart TV with access to Netflix & BBC iPlayer, or challenge each other to a game from the selection provided.

For those quieter moments, lose yourself in a good book or enjoy a film from the DVD collection.

Stepping outside, you will find an enclosed rear garden, complete with a patio and astro turf.

Here, you can enjoy alfresco dining on the provided furniture, or simply sit back and soak up the peaceful surroundings.

Once you've settled into your coastal retreat, it's time to explore the local sights.

Visit Duthie Park, a horticultural paradise with blooming flower beds, perfect for a peaceful day outdoors.

Indulge in maritime history at the Aberdeen Maritime Museum, or appreciate the beauty of local nature at Donmouth Local Nature Reserve.

Sample the delights of traditional Scottish cuisine at Old Blackfriars and Soul, or explore the fascinating Museum of Scottish Lighthouses and the adjacent Kinnaird Head Castle Lighthouse and Museum.

The magnificent Waters of Philorth Beach offer the perfect spot for a seaside stroll, continued by a visit to The Saltoun Inn for a light snack.

Venture to Macduff Marine Aquarium for a fun-filled day out, making a stop-off at the majestic Duff House.

No visit to Banff would be complete without sampling fish and chips at Dolphin Fish & Chips, a local favourite.

Embrace the comforts of Thain House as you plan your exciting Scottish adventure.

EPC Rating: Band C

Short-term Holiday Let Licence No: AS-00661-F

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £350.

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About the location

BANFF

Fraserburgh 25 miles; Elgin 35 miles; Aberdeen 40 miles.

Banff is a former county town and a Royal Burgh, having received its charter from Robert the Bruce in 1324. The town has been designated an Outstanding Conservation Area and is famous for its outstanding architecture. Banff contains a variety of architecture in a number of contrasting styles, including Georgian architecture that can be found in the upper part of the town. Banff Harbour is now a recreational harbour and marina, and the town boasts spectacular sea views, sandy beaches, shops and seafood restaurants. Duff House, built between 1735 and 1740 is situated in the Deveron Valley, and is thought to be one of Britain's finest Georgian houses. Close by is Duff House Royal golf course and two miles away the neighbouring town of Macduff offers the Royal Tarlair golf course and award-winning Marine Aquarium. Nearby, the old smugglers village of Pennan was used as the location for the movie Local Hero, and its famous phonebox is a listed historical monument. The area also boasts sandy beaches, forest walks, cycle routes, whisky trails, pony trekking and dolphin watching, along with the Museum of Scottish Lighthouses in Fraserburgh and the Portsoy Boat Festival and Turriff Show.

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This property offers the following short breaks:

  • Winter
  • Off-season
  • Last minute
  • Christmas