Harbour Road
Gardenstown
Aberdeenshire
AB45 3YS
01261 851914
Harbour Cottage, Gardenstown, Aberdeenshire offers the best of North East Scotland’s coast and country. Situated on the Moray Firth coastline, it boasts amazing views out to sea from the delightful harbour and beach. You may catch a glimpse of the dolphins, that often swim in the bay, being just one species of the abundance of wildlife the area is inhabited by.
Originally an old net store, for the once thriving fishing village, the accommodation had been fully restored to a high standard. The open plan design, which has one en-suite bedroom, is ideally suited to a couple looking for a peaceful getaway at an affordable price.
Gardenstown, locally known as Gamrie, was built into the old red sandstone cliffs. This traditional fishing village has much to explore - walks, heritage, arts and crafts, to name but a few. Together with the adjacent villages of Crovie and Pennan it has proved to be a sought after film and TV location due to it’s natural beauty and heritage. It is also in close proximity to a number of great visitor attractions, golf clubs, whisky trail and much more.
The village itself has a pub, shop, restaurant and art/craft gallery with tearoom. For those who want to stay in touch with the outside - free WIFI is available in the cottage.
Many visitors return to the village year after year to experience the wonderful sunsets, friendly local community and little peace away from a mad, mad, world!
The Cottage - The detached cottage is a few metres from the harbour on the Harbour Road with upper views over the bay. The accommodation was originally the old net store but has been fully restored and modernised into a one bedroom house.
The downstairs is open plan with kitchen and lounge. The lounge has a TV & DVD, stereo and a selection of CDs and books. There is a spiral stair leading to the upper floor.
There is a bedroom with double bed, a TV/DVD and bathroom off. The bathroom has a corner bath and separate shower with WC and basin.
WIFI is available free of charge for those who need to keep in touch.
Gardenstown - The small village harbour is full of small boats and is a main focus of the village. There are local festivals organised throughout the summer. A lovely restaurant is located on the harbour grounds.
The beach lies to the west of the village where adults and children alike can enjoy walking, exploring or generally relaxing. Dolphins, and sometimes even whales, can often be seen in the bay. Puffins, herons and an abundance of other bird life have made the beach and surrounding cliffs their home. At the far end you can walk up the hillside to the historic St Johns Churchyard, said to have originated in 1004.
The local pub sits at the end of the Main Street where you can enjoy a leisurely drink in a traditional atmosphere. Food is also served. There is also a shop at the top of the village where you can pick up any essentials.
