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Exceptional

3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

Washer

Pet-friendly

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Dryer

Free WiFi

Check-in time

4:00 PM

Check-out time

10:00 AM

Explore the area

Auchenblae, Scotland

Fasque House11 min drive
Dunnottar Castle17 min drive
Union Square Shopping Centre32 min drive
Aberdeen (ABZ)46 min drive

Most relevant reviews

10/10 Excellent

This property made our stay very comfortable. It was so comfortable that we are planning to book it annually.

Chantel F.

Nov 6, 2023

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Double Bedroom

1 Double Bed

King Bedroom

1 King Bed

Twin Bedroom

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

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Toilet

Main Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

About this property

Fun & cosy luxury cottage with great views, large garden, nearby woods & beaches

Surround yourself with fields and woodland, and enjoy fun, sociable spaces in this family friendly home set on a hill, just outside Auchenblae, and within over an acre of garden. A warming aga, Den, Snug, sociable kitchen and dining area make for places to retreat or to come together. With trails through woodland that stretches all the way to Stonehaven (a 20 min drive away) and St Cyrus and Stonehaven beaches close at hand there is plenty of outdoor activity to be enjoyed.

Property manager

Rachel MacLean

Premier Host

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Mountain view

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

The house is well set up for kids.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

There is a play fort in the garden, please use it at your own risk.

Please keep dogs under control or on a lead near the farm as there may be livestock in the fields.

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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

Property Registration Number STL/00755/2

About the area

Laurencekirk

Located in Laurencekirk, this cottage is in a rural area and on a river. Fettercairn Distillery and Bedlam Paintball- Edzell are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Sands of St Cyrus and St Cyrus National Nature Reserve. Boath Park and Maggie Law Maritime Museum are also worth visiting. Practise your golf swing on a nearby course, or enjoy other activities in the great outdoors, such as cycling and mountain biking in the area.

Auchenblae, Scotland

What's nearby

Fasque House - 11 min drive
Dunnottar Castle - 17 min drive
Aunty Bettys - 18 min drive
Union Square Shopping Centre - 32 min drive
Crathes Castle and Gardens - 35 min drive

Getting around

Laurencekirk Station - 9 min drive
Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

‪Castleton Farm Shop & Cafe - ‬6 min drive
‪Alma - ‬9 min drive
‪The Arch Cafe Bistro - ‬11 min drive
‪Gannets - ‬10 min drive
‪The Brae Cafe - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Fun & cosy luxury cottage with great views, large garden, nearby woods & beaches pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Fun & cosy luxury cottage with great views, large garden, nearby woods & beaches?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Fun & cosy luxury cottage with great views, large garden, nearby woods & beaches?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Fun & cosy luxury cottage with great views, large garden, nearby woods & beaches located?

Situated on the riverfront, this cottage is within 9 miles (15 km) of Fettercairn Distillery, Fasque House and Mearns Academy Library. Grassic Gibbon Centre and Inverbervie Library are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

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10/10 Excellent

Chantel F.

6 Nov 2023

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

Best Vacation!

This property made our stay very comfortable. It was so comfortable that we are planning to book it annually.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca C.

22 Oct 2023

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Beautiful week!

Loved everything about this property! Clean, well appointed and lovely. Beautiful touches everywhere and the art is fabulous. Highly recommend!

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn B.

25 Aug 2023

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Beautiful Cosy Cottage

We had a lovely time in this beautiful and cosy cottage close to Laurencekirk. Our boys loved the space the cottage offered, both inside and out. Rachel had thought of everything we needed, including a huge games room for the kids, a bookcase full of novels for us grown ups and plenty of equipment to entertain us in the garden.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

gillian s.

24 July 2023

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40th birthday celebration

Fabulous well equipped cottage catering for all ages, we had a fantastic stay and would definitely recommend this property.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katy W.

8 July 2023

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

Beautiful house

We have had an amazing week, the house is absolutely gorgeous, really spacious for our group of 2 adults and 3 children. The kids loved the little game room and the mezzanine floor (filled with games!), as well as the basketball hoop and water pistols! The ice dispenser was another hit! We all enjoyed the huge variety of books on the bookshelves too. The house was comfy and luxurious, and we had such a great time. Rachel replied instantly to any questions we had, which was fantastic. I would highly recommend Coullie Stays to anyone 👌❤️🌟

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie M.

27 June 2023

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Perfect

We were very impressed with the cottage, everything we needed was there, beautiful location. Would have no hesitation in recommending to friends and family and will certain return ourselves Julie and Graham Milne

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephen B.

16 Mar 2023

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

Mid Coullie is Super Cool

A beautiful home from home. Stylish decoration with everything conceivably required for everyday living. Rural location with stunning views. Perfect!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy M.

18 Jan 2023

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Lovely Cottage!

We had a great New Year staying here! The cottage is so lovely. It’s beautifully decorated and was spotlessly clean, with a very well equipped kitchen. We had issues with water supply on the second day, but Scottish Water provided loads of bottles for us and the situation was dealt with appropriately by the owners.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Angelique K.

11 Aug 2022

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

We had a wonderful stay.

The first thing was a wonderful welcome from Rachel. She even had bread, milk and butter for us ready to eat and drink. Thank you very much. The house had everything what we could wish for. The only thing we had to figure out was how to use the cooker/hob/oven. But finally made it work somehow.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

12 July 2022

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

A lovely place - perfectly situated for a variety of adventures.

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this lovely property. Rachel was super helpful and responsive, the house was immaculate and really well kitted out and the location was perfect for accessing the coast, inland to Cairngorms and down to St Andrews. There are many charming spots to sit and enjoy the lovely views across the fields. A great stay for our group.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gwen O.

30 June 2022

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Brilliant place to stay

Went to celebrate my birthday and this was the perfect place. We especially enjoy the garden and the view. X

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Leanne H.

15 May 2022

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Beautiful house, beautiful area

Had a great weekend staying at mid coullie with friends! House is beautiful & spotless, views are lovely. Everything we needed was there! Lovely drive to town & Rachel couldn't have been more helpful! Definitely be back! ❤️🥂

Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

About the host

Hosted by Rachel MacLean

I'm an artist who loves gardening and long walks with my Border Collie.

Why they chose this property

We loved Mid Coullie as soon as we found it! Surrounded by emerald and golden fields as far as the eye can see and with mist shrouded woodlands that hug the top of the hill, it's the perfect place to paint (see some of my work in the cottage)!
A beautiful expanse of beach lies on the other side of the valley at St. Cyrus. Stonehaven is close at hand for outdoor swimming, paddle boarding, award winning pubs, restaurants and cafes. With Aberdeen and many a castle and gardens less than an hour away there is plenty to stimulate the senses and imagination. With cosy interiors, a warming aga, an acre of garden with beautiful views, birdsong, barbecue, fire pit and plenty to keep the kids entertained, its a great place to enjoy a bit of seclusion.

What makes this property unique

When the weather is warm enough the garden is wonderful for everyone. Have a bonfire, light up the fire pit for a barbecue, lie in the dappled shade of the big sycamore and enjoy the birdsong and the swallows playing all around. The kids can enjoy the rope swing, water fights, basketball, football and toasting marshmallows. There are plenty of balls, blankets, water pistols and games to enjoy in the garden. The woodlands provide long walks and streams for the kids and the dogs. If you're keen on mountain biking there are woodland tracks galore - they go as far as Stonehaven!
When the weather is cold the cottage is the perfect place to hunker down, enjoy the warmth of the Aga and the underfloor heating, play board games, enjoy a drink in a crystal glass, read some Scottish verse and play a few records or the piano. There are plenty of areas for everyone to hang out so that you can come together or enjoy your own space.
The cottage has a bean to cup coffee machine, ice machine and all the kitchen equipment you'll need to cook up a feast (please let us know if you'd like an high speed blender or juicer for your stay). There are cocktail and recipes books for inspiration. Beautiful veggies and local goodies can be bought from several local farm shops. The Spud Hut is literally across the field from the cottage and is full of the farmer's goodies (use payPal, take a bag). His potatoes taste amazing : )
The cottage displays the owners sketches and paintings, some of the local area. The cottage is also full of little artworks from other artists, which reflect the surrounding environment and wildlife and some that do not!