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Garden Studio, Waterton

Guest Rating
Rating
5.0
out of 5
Sleeps 2
Hot Tub
Bedrooms: 1

Garden Studio is a stunning detached annex in Insch, Aberdeenshire. This stylish retreat offers breathtaking countryside views and sits in a peaceful location just over a mile from local amenities. The property has been thoughtfully designed to create a perfect holiday space for two.

Set in rural Aberdeenshire, you'll find yourself surrounded by rolling hills and farmland. The area is perfect for walking and cycling with plenty of scenic routes to explore. Aberdeen is within easy reach for day trips, while historic castles dot the landscape.

The accommodation features a ground floor living area with dining space and TV. The kitchen comes equipped with electric oven, hob, microwave, fridge, washing machine and coffee maker.

 

About Garden Studio

Garden Studio is a stunning detached annex in Insch, Aberdeenshire. This stylish retreat offers breathtaking countryside views and sits in a peaceful location just over a mile from local amenities. The property has been thoughtfully designed to create a perfect holiday space for two.

Set in rural Aberdeenshire, you'll find yourself surrounded by rolling hills and farmland. The area is perfect for walking and cycling with plenty of scenic routes to explore. Aberdeen is within easy reach for day trips, while historic castles dot the landscape.

The accommodation features a ground floor living area with dining space and TV. The kitchen comes equipped with electric oven, hob, microwave, fridge, washing machine and coffee maker. A mezzanine level houses the double bedroom with its own TV. The modern shower room has a walk-in shower, basin and WC. Outside, you'll find a private garden with patio furniture.

Nearby attractions include Craigievar Castle (15 miles, 25 minutes), Slains Castle (30 miles, 45 minutes), Dunnideer Hill Fort (3 miles, 10 minutes) and Aberdeen (28 miles, 40 minutes). Each offers a different glimpse into Scotland's fascinating past.

Garden Studio is ideal for couples seeking a peaceful getaway. The private hot tub provides the perfect spot to unwind after a day exploring. Previous guests consistently praise the immaculate presentation and thoughtful touches.

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What Guests Love

Discover why our guests keep coming back to Garden Studio

Immaculate Cleanliness

Guests repeatedly mention the spotless condition of Garden Studio. The owners take exceptional pride in maintaining this pristine holiday home.

Warm Welcome

Sheila and Allan are praised for their friendly welcome. Many reviews highlight the thoughtful welcome pack with essentials and local treats.

Stunning Views

The far-reaching countryside views from the property impress visitors. Guests love watching beautiful sunrises and sunsets from this peaceful spot.

Luxury Hot Tub

The private hot tub is a major highlight. Perfect for relaxing after walking or cycling in the surrounding countryside.

Thoughtful Amenities

The studio is equipped with everything needed for a comfortable stay. Guests appreciate the attention to detail throughout.

Peaceful Location

The quiet rural setting offers a true escape. Just a short walk from Insch village but feels wonderfully secluded.

Getting To Garden Studio

Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat

By Car

To reach Garden Studio by car, take the A96 toward Insch and follow local signs. The property is located just outside the village with easy access from main routes and offers off-road parking for three cars upon arrival.

By Train

For those traveling by rail, Insch has its own railway station with connections to Aberdeen and Inverness. From the station, it's a short taxi ride of about 1.5 miles to Garden Studio.

Off-road parking for three cars
Insch station (1.5 miles)
Easily accessible from the A96

Attractions & More Nearby

Everything you need within easy reach

Craigievar Castle
Distance: 15 miles
AB33 8JF
Dunnideer Hill Fort
Distance: 3 miles
AB52 6XQ
Slains Castle
Distance: 30 miles
AB41 8RU
Bennachie Forest Walks
Distance: 8 miles
AB51 5HY
Insch Village Trail
Distance: 1.4 miles
AB52 6LN
Pitfichie Forest
Distance: 15 miles
AB51 7SS
Insch Village Store
Distance: 1.3 miles
AB52 6LN
Huntly Town Centre
Distance: 12 miles
AB54 8BR
Inverurie Shopping Centre
Distance: 15 miles
AB51 3SN
Insch Railway Station
Distance: 1.5 miles
AB52 6LJ
Aberdeen Airport
Distance: 25 miles
AB21 7DU
Insch Hospital
Distance: 1.4 miles
AB52 6JJ
Craigievar Castle
Distance: 15 miles
AB33 8JF
Dunnideer Hill Fort
Distance: 3 miles
AB52 6XQ
Slains Castle
Distance: 30 miles
AB41 8RU
Bennachie Forest Walks
Distance: 8 miles
AB51 5HY
Insch Village Trail
Distance: 1.4 miles
AB52 6LN
Pitfichie Forest
Distance: 15 miles
AB51 7SS
Insch Village Store
Distance: 1.3 miles
AB52 6LN
Huntly Town Centre
Distance: 12 miles
AB54 8BR
Inverurie Shopping Centre
Distance: 15 miles
AB51 3SN
Insch Railway Station
Distance: 1.5 miles
AB52 6LJ
Aberdeen Airport
Distance: 25 miles
AB21 7DU
Insch Hospital
Distance: 1.4 miles
AB52 6JJ

Is Garden Studio Right For You?

Discover why this cottage is ideal for different types of visitors

For Families
Garden Studio is not suitable for children. The property specifically does not accept children as it's designed as a peaceful adult retreat. The mezzanine bedroom layout, hot tub and overall design are tailored for couples or solo adult travelers seeking tranquility in the Aberdeenshire countryside.
For Couples
Garden Studio is perfect for couples. The intimate space offers a private hot tub with countryside views, a cozy mezzanine bedroom and stylish living areas. The peaceful rural setting creates a romantic atmosphere. Past guests praise the immaculate presentation and thoughtful touches. Just 20 minutes' walk from Insch village but feels wonderfully secluded.
Pet Friendly
Garden Studio does not accept pets. The property maintains exceptionally high cleanliness standards that guests frequently praise in reviews. The owners have chosen to keep the accommodation pet-free to preserve the immaculate condition and ensure all guests, including those with allergies, can enjoy their stay.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at Garden Studio

The Commercial Hotel

Located 1.4 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: AB52 6JJ

Carriages Coffee Shop

Located 1.3 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: AB52 6LN

The Rannes Arms

Located 8 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: AB54 4NH

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about Garden Studio

Does Garden Studio have a hot tub?
Yes, Garden Studio features a private hot tub in the garden area. It's perfect for relaxing while enjoying the countryside views after a day of exploring Aberdeenshire.
Is Garden Studio pet friendly?
No, Garden Studio does not accept pets. The property is kept to an extremely high standard of cleanliness which many guests comment on in their reviews.
How far is Garden Studio from local amenities?
The nearest shop is 1.3 miles away in Insch village. The nearest pub is slightly further at 1.4 miles, making both easily accessible by a short drive or a 20-minute walk.
What facilities does the kitchen have?
The kitchen is well-equipped with an electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, washing machine and coffee maker. Everything you need for self-catering during your stay is provided.
Is there parking available at Garden Studio?
Yes, there is off-road parking for up to 3 cars at Garden Studio. This provides ample space for guests and makes loading/unloading luggage very convenient.
Is Garden Studio suitable for children?
No, Garden Studio does not accept children. The property is specifically designed as a tranquil retreat for couples or solo adult travelers.
How reliable is the WiFi at Garden Studio?
WiFi is available at Garden Studio but the signal strength is not very strong. This is worth noting if you need consistent high-speed internet during your stay.
What outdoor space does Garden Studio have?
Garden Studio has a lovely outdoor area with a lawn, patio and garden furniture. The space is private and includes the hot tub, perfect for enjoying the beautiful countryside views.

Garden Studio Reviews

This was our second visit a lovely property with everything you could wish for and perfect hosts. Hope we can return again in the future
What a wonderful stay at the 'Garden Studio', placed in the quiet countryside of Aberdeenshire it did not disappoint. The cottage was spotless, held everything we needed for our stay, with the lovely welcome pack fudge amazing to the wonderful welcome from Sheila and Allan. Highly recommended.
Matthew
We had a wonderful stay at Garden Cottage. It had everything we needed and the added luxury of a hot tub, just what was required after a long cycle ride or a day hiking in the mountains. It's central location helped us explore the area, and if required we could have popped down to the village of Insch to catch a train to Aberdeen but it never rained so we didn't utilise this option. I will definitely consider returning here for another week to explore more pockets and hidden treats in Aberdeenshire and Morayshire.
Can't think of anything else the Garden Studio requires to enhance our stay. That along with the warm reception that we always get makes it first class.
Graham
The owners have gone above and beyond to make this property a home from home. It was immaculate and very well equipped. Sheila and Alan welcomed us and there was a fantastic welcome pack too.
Sheila and Alan were lovely hosts and very welcoming,The Garden Studiois a stunning property,very clean and had everything and more you could possibly need. The welcome pack was much appreciated and we wasn't expecting it and the homemade fudge was a yummy treat.The views whilst sitting in the hottub were amazing and the property location is ideal for exploring the surrounding areas.Cant speak highly enough of this beautiful holiday home,it exceeded our expectations and it without a doubt the nicest property weve stayed in through sykes
Michael
Lovely place to stay so clean everythink u need very quiet and lovely couple who ... Lovely place to stay so clean everythink u need very quiet and lovely couple who own it came and said hello and also s came and said goodbye lovely welcome pack on arrival tea milk bread butter etc splendid views good sunrise and sunsets
Just back from a short break away from home , and as you drive up to the ... Just back from a short break away from home , and as you drive up to the property its a big wow from there onwards , the view is amazing , the lodge is something else , and when you walk inside the wow never stops , its set out so beautiful, and has everything you could possibly want , and the welcome pack on top just made it , the owners came and introduced themselves, and let us know they were there if we needed them , and never seen them again , they just left us toget on with our stay , the hot tub was a great big plus, and the Xmas lights around the garden at night was lovely, just couldnt wish for anything better , definitely worth every penny ,
Olivia
We had a lovely time here for the second time. Sheila and Allan are so welcoming and helpful. We cannot wait to go back again!
We had a fabulous holiday in Garden Studio. The accommodation is outstanding and a great deal of care and attention has been given to create a perfect holiday home. Sheila and Allan are lovely hosts and provided a superb welcome park which included some delicious homemade fudge. Highly recommend Garden Studio!
Kenneth
We had a lovely stay at garden studio, as the place was perfect and couldnt ask for more .
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in this wonderful property. Sheila and Allan are delightful hosts investing a great deal of time and effort into their business. The cottage is in a lovely quiet location, is spotless and has everything you could wish for a pleasant break away and more besides. Would recommend this to anyone and hope to return soon.
Sharon
Home from home with lots of lovely finishing touches, would highly recommend ... Home from home with lots of lovely finishing touches, would highly recommend staying , gorgeous setting and immaculate lodge
William
A very comfortable property to stay in. Very well equipped. The owner has thought of everything you might need. Lovely welcome pack .Wonderful views of the countryside. An oasis of peace and tranquillity.
Maciej
So happy we chose Garden Studio for our week holiday Aberdeenshire. The accommodation was well equipped, beautifully furnished, cosy, clean and tidy. It was very relaxing to spend our afternoons sitting on the porch or in the hot tub and enjoy the views to the nearby hills of Bennachie and Dunnydeer. We found the location to be very convenient for visiting the local historical towns and attractions. Owners Sheila and Allen were very welcoming and included a basket of tasty treats in the kitchen on our arrival. We whole heartedly recommend Garden Studio!!!
Cynthia
This was our second stay at Garden Cottage. Once again Sheila and Allan made us very welcome. Highly recommend this stunning cottage for a holiday. It's spotlessly clean and comfortable and very well equipped with everything you need.
Phillip
We had a wonderful stay at Garden Studio. It far exceeded our expectations as it was situated in a stunning location and was well equipped with everything we needed throughout our stay. It was spotlessly clean, extremely comfortable and felt very homely. Sheila and Alan made us feel very welcome. We would definitely recommend staying here.
This little house is outstanding in both its cleanliness and comfort. It has everything you could ever need for a quiet break away from it all. Sheila and Allan went above and beyond to help with anything at all, nothing was too much trouble for them. The scenery was fantastic, and to be able to sit and relax in the hot tub was just perfection. The Garden Studio is a credit to you both so keep up the good work and high standards, you both deserve a pat on thew back. Thanks! for everything, including your home grown potatoes, they were delicious! Mary and Jim, from Fife.
Garden Studio was perfect for our stay. The property was very well equipped. Comfortable and super clean. The owners were lovely and available if you needed them. Would definitely stay at Garden Studio if visiting the area again.
The place, The Hosts, The surrounding countryside were absolutely wonderful. Sheila &Allen have done a fantastic job, cant wait to go back again. Gary & Carol , Somerset.
Stephen
Absolutely loved our stay, the property was cosy, clean and comfortable, couldn't have asked for anything more Sheila and Allan were the perfect hosts. Thank you
Christopher
Extremely well appointed. wonderful views of bennachie.very comfortable a really great place to stay and relax. superb.
Great location with brilliant veiws for exploring a beautiful part of the country so much to see and do. Wonderful hosts who go the extra mile to give a truly Scottish welcome. We will be back.
An absolute fabulous studio. We've never stayed anywhere with as many extras. Everything you could possibly need and more...The owner has put in everything she would expect in a holiday home, and it shows. Lovely cosy studio. Great views. Super comfortable. It snells fresh as soon as you open the door. Lovely, bright and warm. Luxury toiletries. Plenty of lovely fluffy towels. Great base for exploring the area. The owners are lovely. Ultimate luxury..... absolutely perfect in every way.
Wonderful stay at garden studio.
Brenda
Second visit and we were not disappointed. We had a great time and Sheila and Alan were fantastic. We would definitely recommend the Garden Studio to family and friends.
Melanie
What a wonderful hideaway. Can not fault anything regarding the Garden Studio, everything has been thought of. It is situated excellently for visiting the Cairngorms, especially Balmoral and Ballater. Thank you Sheila and Allan for the welcome package and for making a memorable Scottish stay.
This is a really special property. Very clean. Very well maintained. Very well appointed. We had a lovely time finding nice walks during the day and coming home to soak in the hot tub with its excellent views.
This is the best cottage we have stayed in by far, the quality of the build and the little thoughtful touches were outstanding. Super clean and a lovely welcome pack including some homemade fudge which was superb. Lovely views and surrounding area. Would love to return and would highly recommend.
Katelyn
Just wow, Sheila and Allan went above and beyond and really set the bar extremely high for expectations! We travelled from StokeonTrent and honestly, it was so worth the 400 mile drive each way. The whole time spent at the property we couldnt believe we had found somewhere so perfect that felt so much like home. Spent most of the week deciding when were coming back and it took us a whole 10 hours from leaving to book up with Sheila and Allan again! Thank you so much to both of you for an amazing week away! See you next year
Steven
Had a lovely stay at the Garden studio. Allen and Sheila have created a wonderful little place to stay with the property really well equipped. It was very clean and tidy with some great extras left too.
Great stay. Beautiful house in a lovely setting. We thoroughly enjoyed and would highly recommended.
Samantha
Garden studio is by far one of the best hot tub getaways I have ever been on, it ... Garden studio is by far one of the best hot tub getaways I have ever been on, it was so clean comfortable, the care package on arrival was just perfect, the house was so clean aswell and the hot tub was perfect to just sit in the middle of nowhere and watch the world go by, also Allan and Sheila are just the nicest people available if you need anything, and Sheilas fudge is to die for and if your wanting a good steak then I would recommend the special evening menu from porterhouse steak house in Inverurie Thank you again for a wonderful start for 2024 Sam and Stephen
Rachel
We had a wonderful time during our stay that was made even better by how lovely the owners were. We had some trouble getting to the property during some bad weather but Alan and Sheila went above and beyond to assist us and make sure we had a brilliant stay. Would absolutely rebook and recommend to others, the cabin itself was nicely decorated and very clean.
Andrew
Fantastic property with lovely owners who made us feel welcome and treated us so well. We had been looking forward to this and it did not disappoint. Highly recommend
This property was absolutely beautiful and had no faults whatsoever. Sheila and Allan were so friendly and have created such a beautiful holiday home. I look forward to coming back.
Me and my partner went to Garden studio for a relaxing weekend and we were absolutely baffled at how clean, well kept, exquisitely decorated the place was! The owners also gave us a basket full of goodies including some delicious home made toffee fudge which also included the recipe which both me and my partner found absolutely amazing!. The hot tub was clean and warm with beautiful scenery to enjoy while relaxing. The place provided all the basic amenities including spices and toilet roll and towels, fluffy bathrobes and flip flops. The whole place also had an amazing floral scent when we first walked in and Sheila and her husband the owners, took the time to welcome us and make us feel at home and told us how to use the hut tub and were available in case we needed anything across the duration of our stay. Overall an amazing experience!
Olivia
Garden Studio was fantastic. My partner and I came away for my birthday and we had the best time. So peaceful and relaxing and remarkably clean. Sheila and Allan were lovely and even left us a wee welcome basket. Cant wait for our next stay.
1110 it was absolutely fantastic the views were incredible, the cottage was immaculate. Hosts were spot on couldnt spot any fault.
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