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A beautiful steading conversion on a working farm in rural Aberdeenshire

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A stone building with large glass doors and a sloped roof.
A neatly made bed with a green patterned headboard and matching pillows, a white throw blanket, and a floor lamp beside the bed.
A living room with a sofa, a small table, and a fireplace.
A room with a large window overlooking a field and distant hills. A ceramic vase is placed on a wooden table in the foreground.
A stone building with two green doors and a gravel courtyard.

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space

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Lumsden, SCT
  • Place, Kildrummy Castle
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Leith Hall and Garden
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Place, Haughton Country Park
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Airport, Aberdeen (ABZ)
    ‪60 min drive‬

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Huntly

Located in Huntly, this cottage is in a rural location, within a 15-minute drive of Kildrummy Castle and Leith Hall and Garden. .This family-friendly cottage is 9 mi (14.4 km) from Cairngorms National Park and 8.7 mi (14 km) from Ardmore Distillery.

What's nearby

  • Kildrummy Castle - 11 min drive - 5.7 miles
  • Leith Hall and Garden - 18 min drive - 8.6 miles
  • Haughton Country Park - 20 min drive - 11.6 miles
  • Alford Valley Steam Railway - 21 min drive - 12.0 miles
  • Grampian Transport Museum - 21 min drive - 12.2 miles

Getting around

  • Huntly Station - 22 min drive
  • Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kildrummy Inn - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Golden Pheasant - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Rannes Hall Community Cafe - ‬13 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

A beautiful steading conversion on a working farm in rural Aberdeenshire


The Stables is set on a working farm in Lumsden between the towns of nearby Alford and Huntly.
The cottage which is all set on one level comprises of 1 double bedroom and 1 bedroom that has a zip and link king size bed that can be converted to 2 singles. Each room has its own en-suite shower. Through the hallway you enter the open plan kitchen, lounge/dining room and here you can relax and look out onto the views of the stunning countryside. The property is double glazed with a wood burning stove and under floor heating with all the rooms having their own thermostats so you can set the temperature just how you like it. There is a patio area with a small lawn just outside the Lounge where you can sit out, relax, and enjoy the fields of animals and wildlife on the farm and the views of the surrounding hills.

For accessibility information please contact the owners, we do have a fully accessible cottage The Byre ajoining this one.

Our effect on the environment is important to us and we hold a Green Tourism Gold Award, we encourage guests to recycle and also have an electric car charging point.

Nearby is the small town of Alford with a Co-op supermarket as well as a number of independent shops, cafes and local amenities, it is also home to The Grampian Transport Museum, Alford Heritage Museum and the Alford Valley community Railway. There are many leisure activities nearby including walking, fishing, go - karting and golf.
The Cairngorm National Park is a 25 minute drive away and if you enjoy skiing the Lecht and Aviemore ski resorts are open in the winter months.
Boghead Holiday cottages are situated 20 miles from the Cairngorm National Park and 5 miles from The Cabrach.
The Tomintoul and Glenlivet Cairngorms was awarded Dark Sky Status in November 2018, it is Scotland's Second International Dark Sky Park and the Darkest Park in the UK and the most Northerly Dark Sky Park in the World.
We are situated on the Castle trail, our nearest castle being 5 miles away, and just off the Whisky trail, with the nearest distillery open to the public 13 miles away and another 5 within 20 miles.
Visit the beautiful coastal towns including Portsoy, Cullen and Newburgh and enjoy the stunning beaches and scenic fishing villages of North East Scotland.
The main city of Aberdeen is 45 minutes away with many museums, eateries and shopping.
Aberdeen airport is a 45 minute drive to the property.
We have an electric car charging point by the cottages for the use of guests.
Please note we also have a three bedroom cottage which ajoins this one.
Please note that check in is from 4.30 pm and check out on your day of departure is 10am
We lamb at the start of February for 3 weeks and again from about 17th March until early April . If you would like to experience lambing we can offer 2, 3 or 7 day Lambing experience holidays.
Please note Dogs are welcome by prior arrangement but must not be left in the cottage on their own during your stay and be kept on a lead at all times when outside the property due to the proximity of our livestock. Please note there is no enclosed area adjoining the cottage.
Make yourself comfortable in this cottage, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
Make use of convenient amenities, which include barbecue grills and bike storage.
Guests will find features like internet access, onsite parking, and a car charging station.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Car recommended
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1"on-site accessible parking spaces 1", on-site accessible parking spaces
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Single level property
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycles
  • Farming classes
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Swimming nearby

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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycles
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Electric car charging station
  • Farming classes
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Recycling
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Dogs must not be left in the cottage on their own at any time during your stay and they must be on a lead whenever they are outside the cottage.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Note from host: Dogs welcome by prior arrangement, sorry no cats.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: 1 bedroom has a zip and link bed to make 2 singles

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
Property Registration Number AS 00494F

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

A beautiful steading conversion on a working farm in rural Aberdeenshire Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 141 out of 146 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 146 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 146 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 146 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 146 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

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Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful, comfortable place in the country

We thoroughly enjoyed the farm setting of this home away from home. The place is very well done and furnished. Would love to stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
One of the best holiday cottages we have ever stayed at. Exactly as portrayed. Many great outdoor activities right out your front door. Kitchen was well stocked with utensils and basics such as oil, salt, pepper, instant coffee and a nice welcome basket was also provided. Would not hesitate to return.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice stay in Aberdeenshire

We enjoyed our stay very much in this peaceful cosy cottage. We felt very comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place to stay, nice people there

It was a great and quiet place, nice house, lovely people, the farmer Thomas explained us the farm . The view outside was amazing .
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Awesome

It was a wonderfull stay.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful conversion and setting

Lovely place to stay, very cosy and had all the amenities. Felt rural but was still easily accessible. We had a great stay and would book again.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolute lovely cottage and lovely view. Er enjoyed every second
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stunning stay, particularly for it being over Christmas. Lots of attention to detail and a lovely welcome pack too. Would recommend it for anyone wanting a break away from a city! Thank you to Thomas and Fiona for creating such a welcoming environment and space to have our own Christmas with the dog!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect in every way.

Property was spotlessly clean, well equipped and in a peaceful location. Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Modern cottage with rural charm

A perfect place to explore Aberdeenshire and the Esst Coast. The friendly owners left a lot of information and tips for local activities, cottage is perfectly equipped and quiet Highly recommended!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Lovely Serene Setting

We visit Aberdeenshire most Decembers and the setting of this charming cottage is about as idyllic as it gets. We enjoyed it very much and some of our favourite places (Crathie, Ballater, Braemer, Duff House) are within easy reach.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing

Property and owners are amazing. Can’t thank them enough for allowing us to stay on the farm and enjoy the surroundings. Can’t wait to come again.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfekt stay

A very comfortable place, good kitchen equipment and a lovely terrace. Although a bit high-priced: it is worth every single penny. Definitely recommendable!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing cottage on peaceful farm

This place is a gem. Everything in the „stables“ was well picked and nicely designed. Not too much, not too little- just spot on. Thomas was friendly and it was so lovely experiencing all the animals and pure nature. A great place to stay and we would love to come back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The Stable

Lovely property situated on a farm with nothing but peace and quiet. Really enjoyed watching the young calves and lambs frolicking in the fields. Bliss!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peace and quiet after a busy day touring

The Stables offered us a peaceful retreat after busy days touring castles, hiking and tasting whiskey! The location was perfect! The cottage clean with all the kitchen essentials to fix a nice Scottish meal after a long day! The quiet of the countryside and the beautiful highlands surroundings made for a relaxing peaceful stay. We plan to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing place, loved it. From the welcome from Thomas and the biscuits and Prosecco. We were made to feel at home. House was lovely and warm all week. The snow came in and we couldn’t get back up the drive so we had to park in the village Thomas came out and picked me up and took me back to house. He also took us all back to our car across the fields as it had snow so much. Brilliant hosts, house and the views were amazing.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Heaven in the Highlands

Out of all the properties we stayed on our holiday, this one was by far the best. Thomas and the family have made a haven in the highlands. The accommodations were quiet and comfortable; the personal welcome and basket were incredible. The farm is peaceful and serene. Thomas was very generous with his time to answer questions and to allow us freedom to explore the beautiful scenery. We cannot say enough about this stay - it was incredible. Would not hesitate to book again the future!!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A beautifully presented cottage in peaceful surrounding on a working farm. We couldn't believe how lovely it was. It was light and airy but with a warm cosy feeling too. The photos on VRBO really don't do it justice. The cottage was finished to a high standard and had everything we needed. The welcome gift of traditional Scottish goodies was a lovely touch.We were very lucky with the weather and sat out until late viewing the dark skies and listening to the owls calling.There is another cottage (The Byre) attached to The Stables but you wouldn't know as they are insulated so well.We really didn't want to leave and hope to be back in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Short winter farm break

We spent three days in February in the Stables. The cottage was warm, comfortable and well equipped. Two very good bedrooms with excellent ensuite facilities. The kitchen/living room was also well equipped and had great views. Our only minor criticism is that we would have liked an extra easy chair so that the four of us could all sit in comfortable chairs. (There were four dining chairs as well as a sofa and an easy chair.) The location was very rural with great views and dark skies and a short walk down to Limsden village which had a few facilities including a small shop. Plenty of tourist information in the cottage.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lovely converted stable!

We had a wonderful time in Lumsden. The Stable is a great place if you want a quiet and modern accommodation. Two bedrooms with cozy beds and private bathrooms, a well equipped kitchen and, for cold days, floor heating. It´s a perfect conversion of a stable into a wonderful, clean and high standard accommodation. A perfect place to relax and find new energy! If you want to drive around, you can take The Malt Whisky Trail, The Schottlands Castle Trail or you take a trip through the Cairngorms National Park and you will find a of of wonderful places. Or you walk around and enjoy the Farm, the Animals, Bill is a wonderful horse and the sights of the Bogheads hills and meadows. If possible we will come back, because this is a wonderful place and Fiona is a friendly host. We had some nice conversations!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We booked the property several months ago as we were attending a family wedding in the area. The accommodation is wonderful. Better than described. Thomas greeted us after our long drive and explained everything to us which was great. There is everything you need at the property and it’s so lovely and quiet. We used the BBQ as the weather was superb. Morrisons delivered our grocery order without any issues so we had everything we needed. There are some lovely drives and the coast is less than an hour away. We received a super welcome pack which we very much appreciated. We would not hesitate to recommend staying at Boghead - it’s super and the hosts have made sure that you have everything you need for a relaxed stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A beautiful house in a peaceful setting. It was very well appointed with everything you could wish for and more.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Eins der besten Cottages, die wir in Schottland bewohnt haben. Sehr sauber und modern. Tolle Lage um Ausflüge zu machen. Thomas und Fiona sind sehr herzliche Gastgeber. Wir kommen gerne wieder!
Stayed 13 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Vriendelijke ontvangst, perfect schoon huis en van alle gemakken voorzien. Prima uitvalsbasis om het oosten van Schotland te verkennen.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025