Mayen Estate

• Sleeps: 2-6
• Bedrooms: Varies
• Bathrooms: 1 per unit
• Minimum stay: 3 Nights

Mayen Estate is a vast, historic family-run estate dating as far back to 1788, with cosy cottages, hot tubs, and outdoor kitchens. Perfectly located close to the rugged Moray Firth Coast and in the heart of Scotland’s Whisky Trail and Magical Castle Country, there’ll be plenty to see and do.

Wake up to the sound of peaceful birdsong, with perfect tranquillity and stunning Deveron Valley surroundings to help you escape from the everyday world.  Walk through the estate’s arboretum and historic rock gardens down to the river, enjoy picnics in the stunning Walled Garden, fish in the glistening River Deveron, embrace stunning skyscapes or simply watch the resident Highland Coos and wildlife going about their day.  

You’ll also have a sublime selection of self-catering accommodation to choose from, giving you the opportunity escape from the world and retreat to slow living.  

Ideal for a romantic couple, Midpark A-Frame Cabin is a bespoke rural retreat with contemporary styling.  A soaring glass apex invites you to get up close and personal with nature, with adorable lambs in the spring and beautiful Highland Coos to greet you each morning.  You’ll also have a king-sized bed to curl up in, after enjoying pizzas cooked al fresco and savouring a stargazing soak in your private hot tub.  

Sleeping up to four guests and boasting with beautifully hand-painted box beds, Fairytale Butlers Cottage is a traditional Scottish Highland cottage with designer furnishings, panoramic Deveron Valley views, and nature right on your doorstep (including Highland Coo neighbours!).  Enjoy dining outside by the barbecue, pizza parties and stargazing in the hot tub as squirrels and birds visit the garden. 

The Pheasantry is at the heart of Mayen Estate, overlooking the walled gardens with butterfly meadows and of course the River Deveron just a stone’s throw away. With the children free to explore the gardens, free-range hens providing the eggs for breakfast, and a view of the formal gardens from the bedroom window, The Pheasantry is an idyllic Highland retreat for the whole family.

Last but by no means least, Bailies Cottage offers the ultimate in family-friendly self-catering! Set in an enclosed garden, there’s a large family kitchen, bathroom, barbecue, and hot-tub-equipped al fresco space.  Meanwhile, crisp cotton-dressed beds sleep up to six guests.  The cottage has been recently renovated to include a new kitchen, refreshed bedrooms, and a living space with new furnishings and upholstery – as well as the addition of a downstairs en-suite bathroom.

At a glance

• Accommodation sleeps 2-6 guests and includes:
  • MidPark A-Frame (2 guests – adults only)
  • The Pheasantry (4 guests)
  • Butlers Cottage (4 guests)
  • Bailies Cottage (6 guests)
• A collection of uniquely-styled retreats for couples and families, secluded on a stunning 900-acre estate in the Deveron Valley, near Rothiemay in North East Scotland – teeming with wildlife including the resident Highland Coos and spring lambs.
• Each property is perfectly private and self contained, with full kitchens and bathrooms.
• Each property also boasts its very own al fresco space, complete with a hot tub, barbecue and pizza oven for supreme lounging, dining, and stargazing!
• Estate activities available at an extra cost include wild salmon and trout fishing, clay pigeon shooting, and pre-booked Posh Picnics.
• There is a two-acre Walled Garden with exclusive access to guests, and a guest-exclusive Estate Shoppe for stocking up on treats and essentials.
• The estate is perfectly placed to explore the wider area, including Moray Firth beaches, distilleries, castles, and world-class golf courses.

Features

• Dog Friendly
• Family Friendly
• Hot Tubs
• Large Groups
• Off-Grid
• Seaside Breaks

Accommodation Options

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What to do once you’ve settled in? The choice is yours. You could arrange a full Scottish Estate Experience, which includes wild salmon and trout fishing, clay pigeon shooting, and access to that mesmerising Walled Garden.  Or how about indulging in a mouth-watering Posh Picnic, freshly-prepared with homemade goodies and dropped off either at your retreat, or one of the estate’s designated picnic-spots?  The on-site Estate Shoppe is open 24 hours a day; pop in or use the dedicated guest portal to order sweet treats, essential items and home-grown produce.

Further afield lie unique Scottish delights that include distillery tours, world-class golf courses, and deserted beaches.  Oh, and there’s even a chance you’ll spot the Northern Lights later on, as you laze in your hot tub at the end of yet another enthralling day… what could be better?

Things to note

A dedicated Hosting Team will help you plan your holiday and take care of you during your stay – please see the property website for full details.  Children are not permitted to stay in MidPark A-Frame however The Pheasantry, Bailies Cottage and Butlers Cottage are perfect for families. While some properties do allow dogs to stay by arrangement, any visiting dogs must be well-behaved and always kept under control around the estate’s sheep and wildlife. Check in any day except Thursdays and Sundays, strictly between 4pm and 6pm (later check in times must be pre-approved).

EPC numbers Guardhouse – G, MidPark – E, Butler’s – G, Bailies – F, Pheasantry – F.  Short Term Let Licence numbers:  MidPark A-Frame Cabin – MO-00583-F, Butlers Cottage – MO-00582-F,  Bailies Cottage – MO-00581-F, The Pheasantry – MO-00580-F

Current Offers

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