North Wing - Pitmedden Gardens
ID: S284300
- Bedrooms 4
- ・ Sleeps 7
- ・ Pets No
Guests say
Guests are charmed by the spacious, well-appointed North Wing - Pitmedden Gardens, praising its grandeur, antique furnishings, and the exclusive access to beautiful gardens. The property's warmth, cleanliness, and picturesque location contribute to a memorable stay, despite some feedback on lounge comfort and Wi-Fi reach.
The property is consistently described as clean, with guests noting its spotless condition upon arrival. However, a few mentions of cobwebs and dirty plates suggest room for improvement, but these are minor compared to the overall high standards maintained.
The location is highly praised for its tranquillity and picturesque surroundings, with the added bonus of private access to Pitmedden Gardens. Guests appreciate the proximity to local amenities and attractions, making it an ideal base for exploring.
While the beds receive high marks for comfort, the lounge furniture is frequently mentioned as uncomfortable. Guests have suggested bringing additional cushions, indicating that while the property is generally comfortable, the seating in the lounge could be improved.
The property is well-equipped with modern kitchen appliances, ample parking, and a powerful shower. However, some guests report issues with heating controls, lighting, and Wi-Fi coverage, suggesting that while facilities are good, there is scope for maintenance and upgrades.
There are no specific mentions of gifts or special touches that would indicate thoughtfulness from the hosts. Therefore, while guests are generally satisfied with their experience, there is no information to assess this category.
About this property
Resting at the heart of the National Trust for Scotland's Pitmedden Garden is North Wing, a beautiful section of the large manor house that lies within these scenic grounds. Providing a fabulous holiday base in Aberdeenshire, North Wing is suitable for a group of seven guests seeking the delights of rural north-east Scotland, whilst still being within easy reach of 'The Granite City' and the coast. Be welcomed into the spacious hallway of North Wing and follow the corridor and up a few steps into the charming sitting room after a busy day outdoors, Head back through the ground floor to find the kitchen, equipped with all the appliances you need for a self-catered stay, you can rustle up a feast in here. Serve up a delicious dish in the beautiful dining room, arguably the heart of the home with a 17th century decorative use inglenook, dine together as the conversation and wine flows, ending another wonderful day. Travel up to the first floor via the spiral stone staircase to choose from four delightful bedrooms all featuring antique furnishings and elegant décor. A lovely double bedroom and a twin bedroom each boast a basin within the room for your convenience, with the double enjoying a cute little nook with an armchair, perfect for getting stuck into a good book. Settle down in the single bedroom or head up a few steps and down the hall to find the huge master bedroom where a double bed awaits and a charming sitting area with armchairs and a feature fireplace and vintage basin add further character to this gorgeous setting. Completing the layout of North Wing are the two bathrooms, one being a shower room and the other home to a bath with an overhead shower, along with a cloakroom on the ground floor, providing several place to freshen up. Relish the wondrous surroundings of Aberdeenshire from this traditional and grand dwelling, North Wing. Note: This property can be booked with Ref. 1060431, together sleeping 11 guests.
Resting in the north east of Scotland and just seven miles from the coast is the charming, rural village of Pitmedden. This Aberdeenshire village makes a great holiday base thanks to its lovely location paired with ample amenities, including a supermarket, a café, a pub and a takeaway. The village's most famous attraction has to be Pitmedden Garden, a National Trust for Scotland property comprising of beautiful boxwood hedging. Discover the wonderful city of Aberdeen and the rugged coast at Newburgh.
Accommodation
Four bedrooms: 1 x double with sitting area, 1 x double with basin, 1 x twin with basin, 1 x single.
Shower room with shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Cloakroom with basin, heated towel rail and WC.
Kitchen.
Sitting room with open fire.
Spiral stone staircase, no handrail
Electric panel heating with open fire.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, TV, WiFi.
Fuel, power and enough coal for first fire included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off-road parking for 3 cars.
Access to Pitmedden Garden.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop 0.8 miles, pub 0.7 miles.
Holiday guests have access to the estate grounds outside of the regular opening hours.
The charging of electric vehicles is not permitted.
The opening times, visitor facilities and entry prices of all National Trust for Scotland properties and attractions can be viewed on their website here
Nearby points of interest
- Aberdeen Art Gallery
- Aberdeen Arts Centre
- Aberdeen Maritime Museum
- Gordon Highlanders Museum
Reviews (29)
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Andrew
We did have some difficulty with the heaters in two of the bedrooms, Old Craig and the bedroom facing it across the landing. The heaters kept cutting out and becoming stone cold, despite our best efforts and having read the manual for advice. The backup moveable heaters saved the situation. But everything else was very much to our liking. Being able to access the garden is wonderful, and we met a very friendly black cat which followed us around.
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Alison
Provided a great base for exploring the many other NTS sites in the Aberdeen area. Having Pitmedden Gardens at the back door was an added bonus - will definitely be back at some point. However just a couple of negative points - the oven was in need of a good clean and there was no kitchen cloth/cleaner for use on the work surfaces.
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Julie
It is huge and well appointed. Having immediate access to the gorgeous gardens each day was such a thrill and we felt like stately lords and ladies. Thank you so much. Well located for attractions, castles and nearby walks. We would definitely stay again. Julie