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Reviews of Garbity Cottage

Garbity Cottage, Fochabers, IV32 7QG, United Kingdom

#11 of 13 hotels in Fochabers

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Review Score

Based on 19 hotel reviews

9.0

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.7

  • Comfort

    9.3

  • Location

    9.5

  • Facilities

    8.9

  • Staff

    9.5

  • Value for money

    9.8

  • Free Wifi

    10.0

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  • Reviewed: June 26, 2025

    9.0
    Excellent stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 4 nights

    Low ceiling on the first floor and the bathroom. Low water pressure in the shower downstairs, but a nice hot bath upstairs.

    We enjoyed the quiet and peaceful surroundings. The cottage is well equipped, with a cosy fireplace for cold evenings. The location is convenient for visiting the local Speyside attractions.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: December 28, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    No freezer. No outside light at front,

    The cottage setting, very cozy and spacious. Well priced, value for money

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: November 30, 2024

    9.0
    Lovely stay, helpful hosts 😊
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Only minor thing was no freezer drawer only a fridge so fine for a long weekend but would have been a handy option when travelling with younger children. Farm track was tricky in snow depending on time of year travelling and how well your car does in that weather, not that hosts can control the weather though!

    Lovely peaceful location but close to Fochabers amenities and other Moray towns. House was nice as photos and hosts happy to help with quick responses to any queries.

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: August 28, 2024

    10
    peace and quiet
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Everything was perfect

    A wonderful country house away from the hustle and bustle, only peace and quiet - I highly recommend it

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: August 10, 2024

    10
    Such an idyllic setting! We absolutely loved our stay thank you!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    It was perfect

    Very clean and comfortable

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: May 27, 2024

    9.0
    A cozy comfortable cottage, in an ideal location for us, who like to walk and explore.Good bus service from Fochabers to
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    No freezer

    Ideal for a couple, plenty of space

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: May 10, 2024

    8.0
    lovely house in the countryside
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 6 nights

    Low ceiling on the first floor and the bathroom. There is no water pressure, the hot water is not enough for 3 people to take a shower (washing mid-long hair needs some creativity because of the lack of hot water and water pressure : ), the mirror is at belly level and the ceiling is very low and not too comfortable for tall people like us. It is very hard to keep the place clean as there is nothing to clean your shoes before you enter the door. There is no hairdryer :( Despite these inconveniences, the place has a charm and we had a really good time there, so I would happily choose this place again for a few days :)

    Amazing view from the windows. Very calm and quiet place in the middle of nowhere but very close to ...everything! The location is perfect for visiting the Speyside area. The river is close and it is very refreshing to walk there in the morning and have some fresh air. In general, the house is spacious and comfortable, except for the upper bathroom. The kitchen is well-equipped

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: February 19, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Shower is not the best for tall people, but it's a minor issue

    Perfect base for whatever adventures you have planned

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: June 12, 2023

    8.0
    All in all a very enjoyable stay with beautiful scenery all around
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The shower over the bath was a bit small difficult to move in I’m only 5ft 4” and my head was touching the roof but the choice of two baths made up for that

    We liked the space and the beds were very comfy

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: February 15, 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nice and cosy Cottage. Nice walks along the river with plenty of whisky tours nearby. Can't wait for a visit in the summer

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: January 5, 2023

    8.0
    brilliant
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    no footpath to the entrance which causes issues with bad weather

    the peacefulness of the location

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: November 17, 2023

    1.0
    Not worth the price!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The exterior of the property and surrounding areas have no lighting and are pitch black. Not possible for a person 5"8 tall to have a shower standing upright as the ceiling is too low above the tub. Electric heating is insufficient to keep the ground floor warm. Ground floor has a moist smell.

    Location is nice Kitchen is modern & clean. Availability of internet in the middle of nowhere.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: September 15, 2023

    4.0
    Adequate
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 7 nights

    If you prefer showers to baths this property is likely to disappoint. The ceiling in the shower is so low that anyone of average hight cannot stand upright and tall people are in severe discomfort. The front door opens directly onto a grass/dirt area which means you are treading a mess into the cottage (especially after they cut the grass and leave all the cuttings down. Nowhere to sit outside on a pleasant evening. The proximity of the main house is not conducive to a get away from it atmosphere.

    It served the purpose of providing accommodation in the area I needed, but I doubt if I would use it again.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: August 17, 2023

    7.0
    It was lovely, great walks and great to get to the beaches.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 7 nights

    The entrance, uneven and a bit muddy, no outdoor furniture to sit in the sunshine, limited cutlery,the shower is low, but does have power! No freezer.

    Great location. Easy to get into the property. Great for a family of 4 with children. Our dogs loved it!

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: June 3, 2023

    7.0
    Enjoyable stay but cottage needs a little TLC but would go there again
    • With a pet
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 7 nights

    carpets and sofa were stained , and could do with gravel to the slabs by front door to save carrying grass and mud in, could do with a bath mat for when having shower to stop slipping in bath and a blind to downstairs bathroom

    Location was perfect very quiet, beautiful views excellent kitchen and loads of kitchen utensils comfortable beds

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: May 30, 2023

    7.0
    Comfortable stay for two fisherman.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 4 nights

    Two bathrooms and two bedrooms

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: May 24, 2025

    9.0
    Cozy, clean and convenient. Beautifully decorated with everything you need.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: April 13, 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 7 nights

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in April 2025

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