Scardroy Alford Alford

Scardroy is a bungalow in Alford, about a mile outside the village. It's detached so you're not sharing walls with anyone. It sleeps twelve, with seven bedrooms and three bathrooms, so it's a big place for bigger groups.

It's got a three star rating, which is spot on. It's comfortable and does the job well, but it's not a boutique hotel or anything like that. The main bedroom has a four poster bed and an en-suite with a corner spa bath. The other rooms are standard. There are three bathrooms in total.

The garden is large and fully enclosed. There's a separate little area out there with a hot tub and a barbecue house, which is handy. It's not a smart garden, it's just a good big space for kids and dogs to run about.

The village of Alford is a mile away. It's got a Co-op supermarket, a few other shops, takeaways, and a couple of pubs that do food. It's a handy little place. The property is rural though, so you're looking out over fields.

If you like walking, Haughton Country Park is very close. There's also an 18-hole golf course in Alford. For a longer walk, Bennachie is within about a twenty minute drive. It's a proper hill with great views. National Trust for Scotland - Bennachie.

The Grampian Transport Museum is in Alford itself, it's good fun. There are a few castles nearby, like Castle Fraser which is about fifteen minutes away. National Trust for Scotland - Castle Fraser.

Aberdeen is about a thirty minute drive if you need the city or the airport. Royal Deeside and the Cairngorms are about an hour or so west, if you fancy a day trip to the mountains.

Facilities: There's a washing machine, dishwasher, and Wi-Fi. Bedding and towels are included. There's parking for multiple cars on the gravel drive. One well-behaved dog is allowed.