Gather & Bloom
7 guests
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4 bedrooms, 5 beds
1 bathroom
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Set within the majestic wilderness of the Glen Dye private estate, this beautiful home welcomes you to retreat into the heart of nature. Designed by Young Architects of the Year NORD in 2012, this semi-detached house honours its Victorian heritage whilst delivering a modern and stylish aesthetic. It feels luxurious here, but in a way that is natural and effortless. And just like the surrounding landscape, this is the kind of space that inspires a sense of calm and beauty. It’s the small details that matter here. Like waking up and savouring your morning coffee as you read by the fire, or preparing a lunch of hand–picked veggies from the garden. Wind your way along the woodland path and you’ll find your own private wood–fired tub – the perfect spot to soak in the natural elements. Days can be spent hiking, cycling, running, wild swimming or simply sitting and enjoying the powerful presence of the landscape. The estate is also home to a resident BYOB pub, wood-fired sauna and shop where you can find any cupboard staples you might need. After a day full of fresh air, light up the barbecue and enjoy the poetic beauty of this wilderness location.
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What to expect
Highlights
Follow the call of the wild into the beauty of the Glen Dye Estate – Aberdeen is forty–minutes away
Enjoy the sweet sound of stillness from the wood–fired hot tub
Put on a record, pour a glass of wine and reflect on the beauty of the wilderness
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Home truths
Due to the remote location there is no mobile signal available in this home and the internet can be expected to be slow
There is parking here as well as electric vehicle charging for electric cars
A travel cot and high chair can be provided upon request
Banchory is the nearest town – it’s an eight–mile drive away
The hosts ask guests not to use this home for any commercial activities unless with approval
Due to the location, all children under 16 years of age must be accompanied by an adult at all times
The closest stations are Stonehaven or Aberdeen and the hosts can arrange to collect you from either
Aberdeen airport is forty–minutes away
About this stay
Amenities
Wi-fi
Hot tub
Garden
TV
Fireplace
Barbeque
Kitchen
Bedrooms & bathrooms
4 bedrooms, 5 beds
1 bathroom
Extras
VIP services
Airport pick up
Additional fees
One well-behaved dog is welcome to join you, but there will be an additional fee of £20 per dog per night when there are more than two dogs
Your host provides a starter supply of logs for the wood burner – extra logs can be supplied for an additional fee
If you’re planning to cook during your stay, your host can arrange a grocery delivery service for an additional fee
Additional fees subject to a 3.5% handling charge.
Extras are subject to availability. Please enquire with your host.
Local guide
About Angus
Ancient fishing villages and craggy mountains mark the borders of the pretty county of Angus. It spans from the East Coast to the Cairngorms National Park. Foodies shouldn’t miss supping on a traditional Arbroath smokie in the town it was named after – picked up from the fish shops on the harbourfront. In Arbroath you’ll also find an ancient, crumbling abbey and access to clifftop walks where the North Sea...
Get around
Airport
Aberdeen International
50 min
Dundee
1 hr 10 min
Perth
1 hr 24 min
Train station
Laurencekirk
26 min
Bus stop
Mount Street
16 min
Local shops & services
Supermarket
16 min
Cafe
15 min
Pharmacy
16 min
Points of interest
Beach
Stonehaven Beach
41 min
Booking policies
House Rules
Children welcome (1-12 years)
Infants welcome (under 12 months)
No pets
No parties or events
No smoking
Good to know
Arrival from 16:00
Departure before 9:00
Wifi
No air con
Cancellation policy
Up until
14
days
Cancel at least 14 days before your check-in date for a 50% refund.
Not eligible for a refund once your check-in date is under 14 days away.
Host
This home is managed by Audrey
This home is managed directly by its owner who will be your point of contact before and during your stay. Back in 1990, your hosts Charlie and Caroline left their jobs in music and design and moved from South London to Glen Dye. This was a no-brainer as they'd always dreamed of living their lives in the countryside surrounded by children, dogs, chickens and horses. So after twenty years of scheming, dreaming and planning, the pair launched Glen Dye Cabins & Cottages, where they now invite guests to come and soak up the magic of Glen Dye at the many renovated properties on their estate..
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