Guests say
Grey Granite is a welcoming, spacious cottage in a peaceful rural setting, ideal for exploring Scotland’s east coast. Guests appreciate the well-equipped kitchen, enclosed garden, and proximity to scenic walks, beaches, and local towns. The property is praised for being dog-friendly and offering good value for money. Most reviewers found the cottage clean and comfortable, with excellent WiFi and helpful hosts. While a few guests noted minor maintenance issues and one reported cleanliness concerns, the majority enjoyed a relaxing and enjoyable stay, highlighting the cottage’s charm and suitability for families and pets.
Most guests found the cottage clean, tidy, and well-presented, with fresh towels and bedding. However, one review reported significant cleanliness issues, which lowers the overall score. The majority of feedback is positive, but the negative review is taken into account.
The location is highly praised for its peacefulness, beautiful countryside, sea views, and easy access to local towns, beaches, and walking routes. Guests found it ideal for exploring the area and appreciated the proximity to amenities and attractions.
Guests generally found the cottage comfortable, cosy, and spacious, with comfortable beds and a quiet environment. Some mentioned the beds were a little firm for their taste, and one review noted small bedrooms, but overall comfort was rated highly.
The cottage is well-equipped with kitchen appliances, WiFi, and an enclosed garden. Some guests mentioned minor issues such as the shower not working temporarily, lack of blackout blinds, and a desire for more outdoor seating. Most maintenance issues were resolved promptly.
Several guests appreciated thoughtful touches such as fresh flowers and prompt, helpful communication from the host. However, as gifts like flowers are not guaranteed for every stay, this is noted. The host’s responsiveness and clear instructions were frequently mentioned.
About this property
Grey Granite is in a great location for friends and families to enjoy the countryside and seaside towns nearby.. 3 steps to entrance.
Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Freeview TV, DVD Player
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Fridge, Dishwasher, Washing Machine
Separate Toilet.
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bedroom 3: Single (3ft) Bed, Pull Out Bed (Single)
Shower Room: Shower, Toilet.
Wood pellet central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Welcome pack. . Small sitting-out area. Large enclosed lawned garden (shared with other properties on-site). Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking.. In the heart of the Scottish countryside close to the sea lies the Arbuthnott Estate, home of the Arbuthnott family for over 900 years and more than thirty-five generations. Arbuthnott Holiday Cottages are a perfect base to explore this area of fascinating history. Situated just 3½ miles from the coast and with easy access to Royal Deeside, guests can have energetic or relaxing holidays here - the choice of activities is endless! The road network is very good, making it an ideal location from which to explore much of Scotland.
Comfortably furnished, they make a great choice at any time of the year, to enjoy the peace and solitude of this unspoilt area. Grey Granite is one of three cottages situated in the Old School, which has been sympathetically restored to provide cosy cottages, and are named after the renowned novels of local author Lewis Grassic Gibbon. The cottages are less than 10 minutes in the car to Inverbervie. Arbuthnott house is officially open to the public 10 days a year, although the owners are delighted to book in small groups to the house and gardens, appealing to many enthusiasts - please email arbuthnotthouse@gmail.com to arrange.
All cottages are well furnished and equipped with their own garden areas. There are plenty of walking and cycling opportunities nearby. Inverbervie with its shingly beach and good coastal walks is just 3½ miles away, with many of the facilities you may need. Just 9 miles away is the bustling market town of Stonehaven with an outdoor heated pool – brilliant in summer. Take a trip to Dunnottar Castle, a proud monument overlooking the sea near Stonehaven and the inspiration for the location of the Disney film, Brave. Montrose, with clean sandy beaches, golf courses and leisure activities is just 13 miles away and it is easy to access the Angus Glens from here. You may want to travel on the Victorian Heritage Trail, through Edzell and Fettercairn towards Banchory.
Beach 3½ miles. Shop, pub and restaurant 3½ miles. Petrol station - Fiddes Bridge, 8 miles away
Grey Granite can be booked together with Sunset Song (ref UK11130) and Cloud Howe (ref UK11132) and can accommodate up to 16 guests.
Free WiFi
There are low ceilings, doors and/or beams within the property.
AS00631F
AS00630F
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Nearby points of interest
- Dunnottar Castle
- House of Dun
- Montrose Air Station Heritage Centre
- Montrose Museum and Art Gallery
- Montrose Basin Wildlife Centre
Reviews (22)
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Confirmed Guest
Dirty cottage. TO AVOID!!!!The cleaning was done at the minimum!Entrance door with 2 cracks showing.Spider webs directly from the entrance (light of the ceiling), spider webs on all the windows in the rooms.Windows dirty in all the rooms, curtains stained in the major bedroom; rugs totally outdated, the handrail of the stepcase is not fixed and move dangerously when you put your hands on it, walls have stains (staircase, bathroom, 2nd and 3d room), toilet inside the bathroom is leaking from the base), the seat has stains on it!.Mould coming out on the ceiling of the bathroom just under the shower. Some bed sheets got stains even before being used.The floor of the parlour wasn't correctly done when we arrived and ALL the sofas got massive stains on them.Some stains of water ingresses on the ceiling near the windows downstairNo extractor in the kitchen and chip on the right side of the electric glass cooker which can injure your hand if you are not careful.Bread toaster dirtyBe aware that you will be wake up every morning around 7:45 am by the quad of the neighbor coming to see his dogs near by.
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Confirmed Guest
A great, cosy, well equipped cottage. The location is ideal to use as a base for days out.
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John Gilchrist
Could do with patio area with table and chairs to sit out ..some coat hooks in hallway