Guests say
The Orangery is a well-received cottage, praised for its cosy atmosphere, beautiful location, and the owner Jamie's hospitality. Guests enjoyed the wood-fired hot tub and the unique charm of the property, with special mentions of the welcome gifts adding to their experience. While some noted minor maintenance issues, the overall sentiment is one of a delightful stay, with many expressing a desire to return.
Most guests found The Orangery to be clean and tidy upon arrival, contributing to a comfortable and enjoyable stay. A few mentioned signs of wear and the need for attention to detail, but these were not the prevailing opinions.
The property's location is highly regarded for its tranquillity and proximity to beautiful beaches, coves, and villages. It offers a peaceful setting that is still convenient for exploring Aberdeenshire.
Guests frequently complimented the comfort of the cottage, particularly the bed, and appreciated the warm and homely feel. The Orangery room and the presence of a wood burner added to the overall comfort.
The facilities, including the unique hot tub, were generally appreciated, though some guests reported issues with maintenance and the time it takes to heat the hot tub. Despite this, the enjoyment of the facilities was evident.
While many guests were delighted by the thoughtful touches such as welcome gifts, there is insufficient information to guarantee such gestures for future guests. The owner's responsiveness and hospitality, however, suggest a considerate approach to guest experiences.
About this property
The Orangery is a romantic property located on the outskirts of Turriff, Scotland, in the heart of the countryside.
Set in a courtyard, with other properties - this dwelling offers unique accommodation for couples. An orangery sits at the front of the property, with a vaulted ceiling, large glass windows and a decking-style floor. It is home to a cosy woodburning stove and a range of seating, including a delightful dining area where you can enjoy a romantic meal together of an evening. The main house offers an open-plan kitchen and breakfast bar area, with plenty of modern appliances on-hand. The sitting room has a sofa and armchair, and a wall-mounted TV - where you can relax and unwind of an evening with your favourite TV shows. With all rooms being on the ground floor, guests have easy access to a family bathroom, with a bath and shower over. The property boasts a large king-size bedroom with a lovely feature stone wall, and has French doors leading out to a decking area and has a table and chairs provided, as well as a large Lazy Spa Hot Tub which takes 2-3 hours to get to temperature. Take a relaxing soak of an evening to get rid of those tired muscles. There is off-road parking available for two cars. Turriff is within driving distance of many tourist attractions including Delgatie Castle, which dates back to 1030 AD. Most of what remains was updated in the 16th-century, with an additional chapel added in 1743 - showcasing a piece of local history and wonderful architectural sites. The Orangery is the perfect property for a peaceful and tranquil holiday.
Turriff is a town and civil parish in Aberdeenshire, Scotland, situated near the River Deveron. A small, but thriving town with plenty of places to eat and drink with fine pubs, restaurants and even a social club. During the 19th century, Turriff was an important place for agricultural trade, which is now reflected with the annual event to promote its agriculture and food industry. With over 250 stands and a funfair, it makes for a wonderful attraction.
Accommodation
All ground floor.
One bedroom: 1 x king-size.
Bathroom with bath and shower over, supply of hot water plentiful for showers, limited for baths; basin and WC.
Kitchen/diner.
Sitting room.
Eco biomass heating, woodburning stove.
Electric oven and ceramic hob, kettle, fridge, dishwasher, freezer, washing machine.
TV with freeview Fuel and power included in rent.
Starter bag of fire wood provided, £5 charge per bag thereafter.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off-road parking for two cars.
Enclosed decking area with furniture and wood fuelled hot tub.
One well-behaved pet welcome.
Sorry no smoking.
Shop 5.2 miles and pub 5.4 miles.
Note: Though all rooms are on the ground floor, there is one step up to the bathroom.
Note: Check in is after 4pm
Reviews (65)
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Helen
Comfortable, clean accommodation for 2 people and our dog with everything we needed. We enjoyed some pleasant walks nearby...Fyvie Castle, Craigston Castle and Cullen Beach to Bow Fiddle Rock in mostly lovely weather for November. We had a lovely lunch with great food and very friendly welcome at the cafe at Portsoy harbour.
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Lorna
We loved our 2 weeks here. The cottage is easy to find on satnav, vast grounds for our dog to wander on in the day. We didnt use the hot tub so can't feedback, the cottage itself is cosy and warm and everything you need is there even with cleaning products, tea towels etc ( i always bring my own but much appreciated) the bed is comfy and warm at night, best nights sleep we had. The orangery we didn't sit in at all but i'm sure some people choose to sit in it with the fire on at night. A lovely cottage and fully recommend and would definately return.
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Sue
....we will definitely be back. The Orangery exceeded our expectations. We visited with our dog it is perfect location with great facilities. We enjoyed the garden and hot tub in the sunshine. Loved the outdoor/indoor Orangery, comfortable bed, lots to see and do within 30mins drive....beaches castles walks. Thank you Sue Gary & Axel