We've agreed this was the best family holiday ever! We ranged in ages from 87 to 13, plus dog, and stayed a week in late June. The house was fabulous and more like an upmarket hotel. Loads of space, quirky family pieces, paintings, copious amounts of hot water, underfloor heating, large private garden.... I could go on and on. It's a ten minute walk to Crathes Castle and its beautiful gardens. Raemoir garden centre do lovely lunches. Banchory has several good private shops. Kids and adults alike loved the unlimited access to the private tennis court, football field and squash court. What stood out most was the kindness of the hosts, the space, and the freedom. Plus the weather was gorgeous. We're checking our diaries to see when we can book again. As the first holiday guests, we're sure this house is going to become extremely popular, and we can't wait to come back.