Guests say
The Hayloft is consistently praised for its cleanliness, comfort, and prime location near Aden Country Park. Guests appreciate the well-equipped facilities and the thoughtful touches, such as welcome packs and dog-friendly amenities. The property offers a peaceful and enjoyable stay, with easy access to local attractions and scenic walks.
Guests frequently commend the property for its immaculate condition, noting it as spotlessly clean. The high level of cleanliness contributes significantly to the comfort and appeal of the stay.
The property's location is highly regarded, with its proximity to Aden Country Park and scenic coastal areas. Its quiet setting is ideal for relaxation, yet it remains accessible to shops and local sights.
Reviewers find the property warm, cosy, and very comfortable, with special mentions of the quality of the beds and the provision of a dog bed. The living spaces are described as spacious and welcoming.
The property is well-equipped for self-catering, with a good kitchen and comfortable sitting area. However, a few guests noted the absence of a freezer and minor issues with handwash availability and heating instructions.
The owners are commended for their thoughtful gestures, such as welcome cookies, bubbly, and dog toys. While these gifts are warmly received, it is noted that such personal touches, though delightful, may vary and are not guaranteed.
About this property
Mintlaw 1.6 miles. This splendid cottage is set over a garage in the pretty village of Old Deer, in the county of Aberdeenshire, Scotland. Ideal for a family getaway, Hayloft is a lovely base for uncovering all that Aberdeenshire has to offer, within easy reach of the port city of Aberdeen. The property is adjacent to the main owner’s home, and provides off-road parking directly outside. As you enter, there is a small utility, along with two sets of stairs leading to separate parts of the property. Follow the right-hand staircase to the open-plan living area, uplifted by natural lighting due to several velux windows, creating a delightful space for socialising, entertaining and cooking. At one end lies a sumptuous settee and TV, in the middle presents a dining table and at the other lies a fitted kitchen, providing all the necessities for home-cooking. When you’re getting sleepy, find the first bedroom off the main living area, offering twin beds, while the double bedroom can be found up its own small staircase, along with a shower room where you can prepare for the day. Just a mile away lies a Co-op Food where you can pick up any essentials, while a little further afield lies the Saplinbre House hotel with an on-site bar and restaurant serving fine local food a place to relax for a coffee or grab afternoon tea. Head to the Aberdeenshire Farming Museum, where you can relive the story of Aberdeenshire’s colourful farming history, or stroll around Aden Country Park in Mintlaw, offering 230 acres of wonderful parkland with its own arboretum and the remains of a ruined mansion, providing scenic walks along the banks of the lake and through the towering woodland. You are also within close reach of Peterhead, Aberdeenshire's biggest settlement, with plenty of sights and attractions worth visiting, including a wonderful stretch of golden sand. Alternatively, visit Cruden Bay and see its pretty harbour and the 16th-century ruins of Slains Castle, a picturesque fortress overlooking the cliffs. Once you’ve completed these charming rural towns, the city of Aberdeen awaits, home to a plethora of amenities including museums, art galleries, gorgeous parks, shops and the popular Codona’s Amusement Park, which is sure to be loved by the little ones. Hayloft provides a delightful spot to discover this wonderful county, all-year-round. EPC Rating: Band E
The little village of Mintlaw can be found resting amidst Aberdeenshire countryside, close to the lively town of Peterhead and the tranquil east coast. The village is home to some great amenities, including three convenience stores and a handful of country pubs and shops, ensuring visitors are well-equipped. There's plenty of attractions in the area, including the scenic Aden Country Park, boasting 230 acres of well-maintained land and shrubbery.
Accommodation
Split-level.
Two bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x twin.
Shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC.
First-floor open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area.
Utility with basin
central heating.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher.
TV, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off-road parking for 1 car.
Private patio with seating area.
One well-behaved pet welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 1 mile, pub 0.3 miles
Nearby points of interest
- Fraserburgh Beach
- Kinnaird Head Castle Lighthouse and Museum
Reviews (19)
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Elizabeth
Very comfortable feel to the cottage straight away very clean and great starter pack which was a nice surprise. Would recommend to anyone.
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Brian
It's located minutes away from an entrance to the beautiful Aden Country Park and Leo our little Frenchie loved his long walks in it every day we were there. The park has excellent play areas for kids and an enclosed dog agility area where we could let Leo off the lead and he enjoyed that a lot. The accommodation itself was even better than the description with a very large open plan area incorporating Kitchen, Dining and Living room. The kitchen has all the utilities (fridge, freezer, dishwasher cooker) that you need to cater for the whole family. The living area has a good sized HD television with Freeview Play and there are plenty of games around to keep kids happy. A dog bed was provided which our Leo preferred to his own bed and he loved the present of a little stuffed animal that was left for him. Both bedrooms were a good size with comfortable beds and there is a good sized Bathroom with a large shower. A small utility room by the entrance to the property has a sink and a good-quality washer dryer. Should we return to the area in the future we wouldn't hesitate to book The Hayloft for our stay
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Morag
The property was comfortable, well-equipped and peaceful. It made an ideal base for exploring an area I had never been to before. And I appreciated the walk recommendations which I followed up. I would have no hesitation in recommending it to my friends. Or returning there myself.