Dunnottar Cottage

1 Castle Street, Stonehaven, AB39 2PA, United Kingdom – Excellent location – show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location – rated 9.8/10! <small>(score from <b>84</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
9.0
Scored 9
Wonderful
Rated wonderful
84 reviews

The location of the property. The quirkiness inside. The amazing beds. The shower was so good , the size of the bath towels were just right . The fireplace was lovely and warming

Kirsty United Kingdom
a living room with a stone fireplace and a couch at Dunnottar Cottage in Stonehaven
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Dunnottar Cottage

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  • Entire home
  • 1400 ft² size
  • Kitchen
  • View
  • Washing machine
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Heating

Featuring free WiFi, Dunnottar Cottage is set in the historic harbor area of Stonehaven. Guests staying at this holiday home have access to a fully equipped kitchen. This 2-bedroom holiday home includes 1 bathroom equipped with a shower and a hair dryer and 2 reception rooms. A flat-screen TV with cable channels and a DVD player are offered. Aberdeen is 16 mi from the holiday home, while Dyce is 21 mi from the property. The nearest airport is Aberdeen Airport, 21 mi from Dunnottar Cottage.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities
  • Free WiFi
  • Beachfront
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 full bed
Bedroom 2:
1 full bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.1
Facilities
9.1
Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
9.3
Value for money
8.9
Location
9.8
Free WiFi
9.0
High score for Stonehaven
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  • Kirsty
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “The location of the property. The quirkiness inside. The amazing beds. The shower was so good , the size of the bath towels were just right . The fireplace was lovely and warming”
  • Brian
    United States of America United States of America
    “Location was great - really close to harbor, access to great walks, and local pub and restaurant”
  • John
    Canada Canada
    “the location is as good as it gets. set 1 row back from the harbour front to alleviate any noise when it gets busy. the cottage has a great feel to it, with a cozy fireplace and comfortable living quarters”

Hosted by Maria and Wes

9.1
9.1
Host Review Score
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Maria and Wes
Our beautiful, quaint cottage dates back hundreds of years. If you have ever wanted to stay in an old fisherman's cottage, this is the one. Dunnottar Cottage resides at the bottom of the path down from Dunnottar Castle. It is on three floors with lots of space, feature stone walls inside and oodles of character. On the ground floor is a separate lounge, dining room, and a kitchen leading to a utility. The main lounge houses a wood burner which makes this room cosy and we do have gas central heating too. On the second floor there are two double rooms with comfy beds and views. A hidden games room is located on the top floor. You will simply fall in love with the charm and comfort of this cottage and its location. No cars can park outside and the harbour is 30 seconds away, making it very peaceful but ideally situated. From the rear windows of the cottage you have views of the harbour. From the front is the footpath to the castle. The cottage walls are filled with my own artwork which adds colour and interest throughout. We have tried to keep it traditional but with the usual amenities we all like to have at hand. It is a dream cottage in a convenient location.
Maria and Wes are both southerners who fell in love with this part of Scotland twenty years ago. Maria writes books and paints. You'll see her art displayed all over the house, which is always for sale. She has owned a cafe bistro in the past so loves to present her cooking talents to the guests. Local produce is always on offer as the surrounding farms bring along their products on a regular basis. Added to this Wes is a fisherman who specialises in lobster, crab and mackerel when in season. They have both done full ski seasons for VIP's in the past so have what it takes to make your stay special and memorable. Their local knowledge is great, depending on your interests. Sking, walking, kayaking, bird watching, fishing, castles, whisky tours, lochs and whatever else you need to know. They never miss an opportunity to try out anything new in the area so their information is invaluable to guests.
Ideally placed. We are at the start of the walk to Dunnottar Castle, 1 Castle street. The front of the property is on the lane side with no parking, so very quiet. The other side overlooks a courtyard with views looking out to the harbour. At the side of the cottage a lane leads to the harbour with all its amenities (30 second walk). Within the harbour we have two pubs/restaurants, one award winning restaurant and two cafes. The village and surrounding roads are full of shops, cafes, bars, supermarkets, ice cream shops, takeaways and everything else you could want. Behind the harbour is the bay with its award winning beach and there is a lovely walk along the promenade to the town centre. Stonehaven is a busy, booming town offering many things to do and see including a lido, golf, fishing, kayaking, stand up paddle boarding, hiking, historical points of interest and so much more. Aberdeen is 15 miles north and south you have historic fishing villages and St Cyrus beach. Inland you have the Cairngorms and Braemar (the queens favourite home). The local produce is caught fresh daily and seafood is straight off the boat, sometimes even off my husband Wes' own fishing boat.
Language spoken: English

Area info

Amenities of Dunnottar Cottage
Great facilities! Review score, 9.1

Most popular amenities
  • Free WiFi
  • Beachfront
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
Parking
No parking available.
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Oven
  • Dryer
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shared toilet
  • Toilet
  • Shared bathroom
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Fireplace
  • Sitting area
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • CD player
  • DVD player
  • Radio
  • TV
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Sofa bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Private entrance
  • Carpeted
  • Fan
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Outdoors
  • Beachfront
Common Areas
  • Game room
Activities
  • Beach
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Fishing
    Additional charge
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
Outdoor & View
  • Inner courtyard view
  • Landmark view
  • Garden view
  • View
Building Characteristics
  • Semi-detached
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Books, DVDs or music for children
  • Board games/puzzles
Miscellaneous
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages Spoken
  • English

House rules

Dunnottar Cottage takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM

You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.

Check-out

From 10:00 AM to 10:30 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 16 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

No cribs or extra beds are available.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Payments by Booking.com

Booking.com takes your payment for this stay on behalf of the property, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Dunnottar Cottage of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

License number: AS-00549-P, E

FAQs about Dunnottar Cottage

  • The prices at Dunnottar Cottage may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Dunnottar Cottage offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Hiking
    • Game room
    • Fishing
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Beachfront
    • Beach

  • Dunnottar Cottage has the following number of bedrooms:

    • 2 bedrooms

    For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • Dunnottar Cottage is 2,600 feet from the center of Stonehaven. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Dunnottar Cottage can accommodate this group size:

    • 4 guests

    For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • The nearest beach is 500 feet from Dunnottar Cottage. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at Dunnottar Cottage is from 4:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:30 AM.

  • Yes, Dunnottar Cottage is popular with guests booking family stays.