Cowden Farm Holidays self catering accommodation

COWDEN FARM HOLIDAYS

Self Catering Farmhouse

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ABOUT COWDEN FARMHOUSE

Cowden Farmhouse has its own secluded location away from our main farm activity, and lies in the heart of our fields of crops, sheep flock and herd of Icelandic ponies. From an elevated position, it enjoys spectacular, far reaching views.

The beautifully designed mature gardens offer a combination of lawns, woodland areas and decking, surrounded by gorgeous beech hedges - home to a multitude of birds. To enable our guests to enjoy the outside spaces to their maximum, there is a cute summer house, a Weber gas bbq, outdoor dining furniture, garden furniture, hammocks and a fire pit.

We've put a lot of thought into equipping Cowden Farmhouse with everything our guests could need, from a boot jack and umbrella in the front porch, to an insulated picnic bag and freezer blocks. The kitchen has all the appliances you'd require to whip up a five course meal, (you're on holiday - why would you?!) and we provide all of the sundry items from washing powder to olive oil. The only shopping you'll need to do is for your food and drink!

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OUR ROOMS

The heart of the house is a communal sitting area with a log burning stove, open to the well equipped, traditional farm kitchen. The sun lounge also forms part of this space, and is home to a large dining table, and spectacular views! Also on the ground floor, there is a large bathroom, (roll top bath with hand held shower) Master bedroom, (king sized bed) single bedroom and a lounge. Furnished with 3 sofas and a 50" wall mounted television and dvd player, (selection of dvds and family board games provided) the lounge is a great place for everybody to chill out in the evening. Accessed from the lounge is a further versatile room which has 2 sofa beds, allowing it to be used as additional sleeping quarters, or as social space.

Upstairs there are 2 bedrooms ( 1 twin and 1 double) and a shower room. The wonderful views from the bedroom windows are always a talking point!

EATING IN/ EATING OUT

South Aberdeenshire is renowned for it's wealth of top quality food and drink. From freshly caught seafood, to prime beef, fresh vegetables, soft fruits, and a drink to round off the day, it's all available from several excellent farm shops nearby, and can be brought home to cook on the large kitchen range, or barbecued out on the decking.

But, if it's cook's night off, we're lucky to have a multi award winning fish and chip shop, and also a multi award winning Indian restaurant and take away, within easy reach. There are also a great selection of restaurants in Stonehaven, Royal Deeside and Aberdeen.

THINGS TO DO

Some of our guests barely leave Cowden Farmhouse - finding that it provides everything they're looking for in a holiday, but others find it to be the perfect base for getting 'out and about' to the many attractions and activities in the area. It's ideally placed for easy access to superb beaches and into the countryside - for gentle walks or cycling, and for the more adventurous guests there are great hill walks and challenging mountain bike trails within easy reach.

Depending on the time of the year, shooting and fishing is widely available in the area, and can be arranged.

Just 7 miles away from Cowden Farmhouse is Stonehaven - a lovely seaside town with a picturesque harbour - offering a great choice of pubs and restaurants.

Stonehaven is also home to the famous Dunnottar Castle - a partly ruined medieval fortress, located out on a spectacular rocky headland. Featured as the location for 'Hamlet', starring Mel Gibson, the castle is an impressive sight, and well worth a visit. The town's other great attraction is the Olympic sized, heated sea water, outdoor swimming pool. It's sheltered sun terraces, on-site cafe and midnight swim sessions provide great fun for all the family. Adjacent to the outdoor pool is an indoor leisure centre, with another swimming pool, badminton courts and fitness rooms.

Further afield at Crathes (20 miles) is a 'Go Ape' treetop rope course - an unusual and exhilarating workout in the forest canopy! These are just a few examples of things to do - there are many more!