Holly Pet friendly cottage is a charming single storey detached pet friendly cottage, nestling within the peaceful open countryside looking out to the sea within the distance. This property has just recently been wholly renovated to offer cosy and roomy holiday accommodation. The pleasant community of  Catterline, perched on cliffs overlooking the bay and harbour, is only 1 1/2 miles away and boasts the Creel Inn renowned for its excellent sea food. Stonehaven is only 3 miles away and gives a good selection of shops and restaurants along as well as a the UK's only Olympic size, filtered heated, seawater open air swimming pool! (open June to September). Stonehaven also has its own picturesque harbour, where you can stop for a bite to eat and sample a couple of real ale. Fowlsheugh, the RSPB reserve at Crawton is well worth a head to; the cliffs at Fowlsheugh are packed as well as a 130,000 seabirds and where grey seals and minke whales are occasionally spotted. The wild life reserve at Montrose Basin is only 20 miles south and has a visitor centre as well as a viewing gallery to provide panoramic views for a variety of birds. During the summer months you can take a boat trip from Stonehaven, past Dunnotter Castle admiring the sea cliffs and bird colonies, if you are really lucky you might even spot a dolphin. Dunnotter Castle is only a further 2 miles. This dramatic ruined cliff top fortress is a very important part of Scottish history and holds many rich secrets of Scotland's colourful past! If you are lucky enough to be here for New Year you may have the opportunity to witness the impressive fireballs festival. Aberdeen as well as a its bright city lights is approx 18 miles away. The granite city gives a range of magnificent first class restaurants combined as well as a a thriving cultural calendar and shops galore. The city of Dundee, and Arbroath - home to the famous Arbroath Smokie are also easily accessible. For those who like to explore, the North East coastal trail, which winds its way from St Cyrus within the south through Stonehaven and Aberdeen and round to Findhorn, runs for more than 150 miles, as well as a cliffs, coves, beaches and bays. The castle and malt whiskey trails in Royal Deeside are both within easy reach, giving you the opportunity to learn about Scotland's history and have a dram! For the more adventurous the area has a network of cycle routes, good gold courses and endless walking opportunities. Holly Pet friendly cottage gives the ideal place to unwind and unwind in exceptional scenery and an excellent base to explore the pleasant coastal countryside.