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Downies Cottage is a Grade A listed, beautifully restored stone croft sitting just under a mile from Braemar in the heart of the Scottish Cairngorms. This is a two-guest property steeped in real history original features have been carefully preserved throughout and the result is something genuinely special. The wood-fired hot tub sits in a one-acre garden with views across open countryside.
Royal Deeside surrounds you here. Cairngorms National Park offers miles of walking, climbing and mountain biking. The Mar Lodge Estate is on your doorstep.
Downies Cottage is a Grade A listed, beautifully restored stone croft sitting just under a mile from Braemar in the heart of the Scottish Cairngorms. This is a two-guest property steeped in real history original features have been carefully preserved throughout and the result is something genuinely special. The wood-fired hot tub sits in a one-acre garden with views across open countryside.
Royal Deeside surrounds you here. Cairngorms National Park offers miles of walking, climbing and mountain biking. The Mar Lodge Estate is on your doorstep. Braemar village is less than a mile away with shops and restaurants within easy reach.
The single downstairs bedroom has a king-size brass bed. The bathroom features a handmade wooden bath and a modern shower. The lounge has stone-flagged floors, a low beamed ceiling and a wood burner. A converted steading next door houses a luxurious sauna alongside a utility room.
Balmoral Castle is nearby (8 miles, 15 mins). Braemar Castle is under a mile away. Royal Lochnagar Distillery is worth a visit. Mar Lodge Estate walks start close by.
Downies Cottage suits couples wanting a proper escape. Underfloor heating, a wood burner, sauna and hot tub make this a genuinely comfortable base year-round.
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Sit in the outdoor wood-fired hot tub with countryside views stretching across the one-acre garden. Perfect for two.
The converted steading next to the cottage houses a full sauna ideal after a long day walking in the Cairngorms.
This is a genuine piece of Scottish history. Original features throughout give the cottage a character you simply won't find in a modern property.
The downstairs bedroom has a king-size brass bed that guests describe as giving a blissful night's sleep.
The bathroom features a handmade wooden bath alongside a modern shower a rare and lovely touch in a restored historic cottage.
The garden has a trout pond, teak root furniture and open countryside views with local birds and wildlife regularly spotted.
Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat
To reach Downies Cottage by car, take the A93 into Braemar and follow signs toward the property, which sits just under a mile from the village centre. Note that the road up to the property can be rough in winter sports cars are not recommended. Plenty of onsite parking is available next to the cottage.
The nearest railway station is Ballater approximately 17 miles from Downies Cottage. From Ballater a taxi or local transfer will get you to the property. Aberdeen railway station is around 58 miles away and offers more frequent connections from across Scotland and the UK.
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Located Under 1 mile (2 mins) from your accommodation.
Postcode: AB35 5YQ
Located Under 1 mile (2 mins) from your accommodation.
Postcode: AB35 5YQ
Located Under 1 mile (3 mins) from your accommodation.
Postcode: AB35 5YQ
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