Luxury Self Catering
Milton Burn
Inverurie (14mls S)
Aberdeenshire
Quietly positioned down a private estate lane between Inverurie and Banchory (just 19 miles west of Aberdeen), this thoughtfully renovated traditional farmhouse offers a luxurious countryside retreat for large family gatherings and group holidays. Set on a working family farm in the heart of Aberdeenshire’s historic Castle Country, this expansive home combines interconnecting social spaces with peaceful views toward the iconic peak of Bennachie.
Whether you are hosting family dinners around the 14-seat oak dining table, relaxing by the conservatory wood burner, enjoying table tennis in the converted Nissen hut games room, or exploring private estate paths along Milton Burn, this property delivers a premier Highland gathering place.
The Interior & Accommodation
Designed for effortless entertaining, the ground floor features a flow of open, interconnecting living rooms paired with flexible bedroom suites across the main house and a private garden annex.
Interconnecting Living Spaces & Dining Kitchen
Chef’s Kitchen: Equipped with an electric Range oven and hob, microwave, American-style fridge/freezer with ice dispenser, wine cooler, and dishwasher.
14-Seat Formal Dining Room: Directly connected to the kitchen, featuring an extending oak dining table that seats up to 14 guests and a Smart TV visible from the prep area.
Loch & Garden-View Conservatory: Accessed via double glass doors, this light-filled room features underfloor heating, a roaring wood-burning stove, plush sofas, and a selection of board games.
Family Lounge: A cozy sitting room with two sumptuous sofas, a love seat, Smart TV with soundbar, books, playing cards, and children’s toys.
Flexible Bedrooms & Detached Annex (Sleeps 10+)
Ground-Floor Main House En-Suite (Bed 1): Super-king zip-and-link bed (convertible to twin on request) with a private en-suite shower room and WC.
Upper Master Suite with Bennachie Views (Bed 2): King-size master bedroom framing views of Bennachie, complete with a private en-suite shower room and WC.
Upper King Bedroom (Bed 3): A spacious, tastefully decorated king-size room.
Upper Super-King/Twin Bedroom (Bed 4): Super-king zip-and-link bed (convertible to twin on request). Serves as a shared suite with Bed 3, using a large family bathroom (bath, separate shower, WC).
Detached “Garden Room” Annex (Bed 5): Located just steps across the lawn in a separate building for extra privacy. Features a super-king zip-and-link bed (convertible to twin) with a private en-suite shower room and WC.
Gardens, Nissen Hut Games Room & Estate Walks
Nissen Hut Games Room: A unique dedicated games barn located at the rear of the house, fully equipped with table tennis and table football for all-weather entertainment.
Outdoor Cooking & Dining Terrace: Features a paved stone patio with garden furniture, a charcoal BBQ, and a cast-iron cooking pit with a swing-out grill for summer feasts.
Large Lawned Garden & Play Area: Wide enclosed lawned gardens featuring a swing set for younger children.
Private Estate Trails: Step directly from the front door onto miles of private walking paths winding around farm crops, along the Milton Burn, through peaceful woodland, and around the private estate loch.
Private Driveway Parking: Ample off-road parking for multiple cars and minivans.
Explore Aberdeenshire, Royal Deeside & Castle Country
Scotland’s Castle Country: Located within easy driving distance of famous castles, ruins, and stately homes, including Castle Fraser, Craigievar Castle, and Fyvie Castle.
Cairngorms & Outdoor Pursuits (21 miles): Positioned near the eastern gateway to Cairngorms National Park for hiking, mountain biking, golf, and winter skiing at The Lecht or Glenshee.
River Don Fishing: Salmon, sea trout, and wild brown trout fishing on the nearby River Don can be arranged by separate booking.
Grampian Attractions: Visit nearby cultural highlights, including the Grampian Transport Museum in Alford, local whisky distilleries, and Royal Deeside.
Property Overview
Occupancy: Ideal for Large Groups & Families (5 Bedrooms across Main House + Detached Garden Annex; seating for 14 in dining room)
Bathrooms: 4.5 (3 En-Suite Shower Rooms, 1 Main Family Bathroom with bath & separate shower, 1 Ground-Floor Cloakroom)
Highlights: Detached Garden Room annex, conservatory with wood burner & underfloor heating, Nissen hut games room (table tennis/football), cast-iron outdoor fire pit, private estate loch walks
Location: Between Inverurie & Banchory (19 miles west of Aberdeen), Aberdeenshire, Scotland
Sleeps 10, Pets Welcome
