Dell of Abernethy Cottages, Scotland

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   West Dell is a traditional cottage, stone built of local granite, and slate roofs from Tomintoul. It is around 350 years old overlooking lawn and mature woodland. Originally the roof was thatched.   An open stair-case winds its way from the living room to the upstairs bedrooms. These have low ceilings under sloping eaves, and sky-lights with wooden shutters. Downstairs, the main bedroom, bathroom and living room is full height with sash windows. 

• Bedroom 1 with King size double bed (downstairs next to the bathroom)
• Bedroom 2 with 2 single beds (upstairs)
• Bedroom 3 with 3 single beds (upstairs)
• Sitting room with dining area. (TV and DVD player)
• Kitchen (semi open plan with living room)
• Bathroom. (with bath and shower)
• Heated drying cupboard upstairs.

Heating: The cottages are "all electric" with enough appliances for the coldest weather. Water is heated by an electric immersion heater.
Beds have interior spring mattresses, two pillows per person, duvets and a tweed bedcovers. Blankets are also available.  
Kitchen area has an electric cooker, microwave, refrigerator with a 2-star freezer compartment, automatic kettle and toaster.
Laundry: Shared use of washing machine, tumble dryer, electric iron and ironing board is available in small laundry room at no extra charge. There is also an outside drying line with pegs.
Linen: Sheets, duvet covers, pillow cases, table-cloth, tea towels, bath towels, 2 hand towels and bathmat are included in the rent. 
Cots: We can supply a drop-side cot (no extra charge but no bedding). We also have a raised seat attachment (Mothercare) available on request.
Dogs: Generally we welcome pets but please let us know when you reserve a cottage if you wish to bring one. Owners are asked not to leave them unattended in the cottage, to keep them off the furniture, on a lead within the grounds and to bring their own bedding.
Bicycles can be stored under cover on request. They can also be hired and delivered to your door.
Telephone: This is available at the main house for emergencies. Public kiosks are in the village.
Food supplies: Advance orders from the local shops can be delivered on the day you arrive. See village services.
Information and detailed maps on footpaths and bicycle tracks that lead into the neighbouring Abernethy Forest are in the cottage, and on activities/attractions in the area.
Electricity is charged per unit according to the meter reading (settle up on departure).