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Newly renovated traditional cottage with outstanding views

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Exterior
Exterior
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Dining
Combined shower/bathtub, hair dryer, towels, soap
Perched above the River Don valley, Easter Knocklea Cottage offers a serene rural retreat with open log fire, beautifully appointed bathrooms and cosy bedrooms. Enjoy daytime outdoor pursuits in the Cairngorms National Park or unwind with magical summer evenings by candlelight.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Newly renovated traditional cottage with outstanding views

Perched above the pasture and woodland of the beautiful River Don valley, within sight of the river itself, Easter Knocklea Cottage is one of just two traditional stone built cottages under slate roofs that share astonishing views from virtually every window, not just of the river valley but also the hills of the Cairngorms National Park. Cherished by our family for fifteen years, Easter Knocklea has recently undergone a complete renovation to provide a a glorious, peaceful and tranquil rural retreat from the rigours of life with an open log fire, open plan reception rooms, cosy bedrooms and beautifully appointed bathrooms. An eclectic combination of the traditional and the contemporary, the Cottage is ideally located for daytime outdoor pursuits while providing the perfect venue to enjoy magical summer evenings and cosy, candle lit winter nights in the north-east of Scotland.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Stereo
  • TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Things to do

  • Snow sports gear

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

Please leave the cottage as you found it.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: At owners discretion

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Discuss with owner for under 5

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the area

Strathdon is home to this cottage. Lecht 2090 and Lecht Ski Resort are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Cairngorms National Park and Muir of Dinnet National Nature Reserve.
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Strathdon, Scotland

What's nearby

  • Lecht 2090 - 10 min drive - 11.8 km
  • Corgarff Castle - 14 min drive - 12.1 km
  • Ballater Library - 24 min drive - 30.8 km
  • Balmoral Castle - 26 min drive - 30.4 km
  • Cairngorms National Park - 28 min drive - 34.0 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Goodbrand & Ross Tearoom - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Steading Bar - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Strathdon Bar - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Newly renovated traditional cottage with outstanding views pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Newly renovated traditional cottage with outstanding views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Newly renovated traditional cottage with outstanding views?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Newly renovated traditional cottage with outstanding views located?

Situated in Strathdon, this cottage is within 12 miles (20 km) of Lecht 2090, Cairngorms National Park and Corgarff Castle. Lecht Ski Resort is 9.6 mi (15.4 km) away.

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Newly renovated traditional cottage with outstanding views Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Steffanie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very Amazing

Nice place!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Artur F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful place

The surrounding nature and views are just breathtaking and the amount of books available to read was overwhelming. I would recommend it to anyone who would like to reset from everyday life.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nick B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Scottish idyll

A fantastic base for exploring the eastern Cairngorms and Deeside. Amazing views and a very well equipped, spacious and comfortable place. Expect to eat out and collect food supplies as you explore local towns, as there isn’t much nearby - which is one of the charms.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard De Boise

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Easter Knocklea Cottage

Easter Knocklea Cottage has a beautiful peacefully quiet location on a hill surrounded by areas of pine forest overlooking the Don valley to the hills to the north. The house is spacious and really well furnished and fitted out. Easter Knocklea Cottage is a good base for an outdoor family (with grown-up children aged 23, 20, and 17) holiday, walking, exploring the castles, rivers and mountains of the eastern Cairngorms and Aberdeenshire.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rao K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

You have to be there to enjoy the beauty and comfort

The pictures in the advert does no justice to the quality of the property. Highly recomended !
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Dennis v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The best holiday location ever!

I was standing at the wrong property when I arrived. I found that property already nice, but then we came at the actual property. WOW!! What a stunning house and an absolute stunning surroundings. I have spend many happy holiday's in Scotland but this was the best location ever. You have to like a country style life with a remote surroundings! We did. It was really good!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Nick I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stunning

Truly incredible ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris Mallender

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A stunning house in an amazing place

Easter Knocklea is amazing. In fact amazing doesn’t do it justice. I have put 4 stars for accuracy of online listing purely because the description online and the photos absolutely don’t do it justice. We stayed from the 22nd till the 29th of October. When we arrived at the property unfortunately it was already dark. So didn’t see the extent of the uninterrupted views. We did explore every part of the house which is like a tardis we just kept opening doors to new rooms. The accommodation it self is a fantastic size. Easily big enough for 6 but great for the three of us and the dog. And the bedrooms are wonderful. The best part about the inside is that is feels homely and lived in not in the slightest clinical like many rentals. We enjoyed having breakfast each day in the conservatory room overlooking the forests. The outside is STUNNING. The view changed each day with the weather and it was like watching art. While we enjoyed our stay we saw red squirells, hares, dear, osprey and we’re even treated to a sighting of the golden eagle. We were so sad to leave and can’t wait to return. Thank you for a wonderful holiday.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A wonderful time

We were very lucky to discover this wonderful accommodation. Two wonderful weeks in the heart of Scotland, which will remain unforgettable for our family. The house is cosy and furnished with many beautiful details, so that you feel right at home. We can recommend the property to anyone who is looking for a quiet retreat but wants a good starting point for excursions and walks.
Stayed 13 nights in Jun 2022