Surrounded by fields and rolling hills with forest walks and fishing (both loch and river) nearby, Rowan Cottage is a peaceful semi-detached dwelling settled in the hamlet of Longhill near Huntly in Scotland. Within the property are two bedrooms one with kingsize bed and one with 2x single zip and link divan beds (which can be a super kingsize on request if 2 couples booking). There is also a kitchen, and a living/dining area with a wood burner. To the front of the property is a large lawned area, as well as ample off-road parking. Outside, guests have the use of a summerhouse and decking area. Rowan Cottage makes a wonderful base for a family or two couples to explore this exciting area of Scotland. With its simple ground floor layout, Rowan cottage is ideal for younger families as well as people who have additional needs.
Biomass heating and hot water, electric underfloor heating (in wet room), electricity, bed linen, towels, Wi-Fi and fuel for wood burner included. Welcome pack. Front lawned garden with summerhouse. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking or e-cigarettes.
Aberdeenshire offers over 150 miles of coastline, ancient fishing harbours, and rolling hills of countryside which provide a stunning backdrop in which to discover birds and wildlife.
The dramatic cliffs of the Bullers of Buchan, just 27 miles north of Aberdeen, are a popular nesting site in spring for colonies of puffins and guillemots. Grey seals and dolphins can also be spotted in the area.
Cambus o’May, a tranquil pine woodland about an hour’s drive west of Aberdeen, is a great place to see ground forest birds such as black grouse and capercaillie, and if you’re lucky a golden eagle soaring overhead. If you want a guaranteed siting of this majestic bird though, head to Huntly Falconry Centre in Cairnie, where you can interact with birds of prey and watch stunning flying displays.
The RSPB reserve, the Loch of Strathbeg, is Britain’s largest dune loch, and home to thousands of wintering wildfowl, including a fifth of the world’s pink-footed geese. In spring look out for breeding terns, gulls, and warblers. Spoonbills have also been reported on the loch.
Another dune reserve is Forvie National Nature Reserve, a place of stark beauty that has been compared to the Sahara Desert. It’s particularly renowned for its birds, including a breeding colony of eiders. There is also a seal haul-out nearby on the mouth of the Ythan.
