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West Mains Steading | Castle Fraser, Inverurie AB51 7JS, Scotland
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West Mains Steading
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Ranked #1 of 8 Inverurie B&B and Inns
5.0 of 5 stars 15 Reviews
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Helena, Montana
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12 reviews 12 reviews
5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“Lovely and refined”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 April 2013

It's is possible the nicest stay anywhere ever. Why? Because Anne is so hospitable, her house is lovely, built with love, imagination and amazing amounts of work, our room was fabulous with a comfortable bed, wonderful linen, spacious and sunny. A cozy fire was lit in the den each evening, and books and maps abounded. It is walking distance to... More

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Anne H, Owner at West Mains Steading, responded to this review
2 May 2013

Thank you for taking the time to write a review of your stay here in Aberdeenshire and just so pleased that having come from overseas you were able to experience the locality, historic Castle Fraser and see the many stone circles and standing stones in the area. Encouraged by your enthusiastic positive comments on your accommodation and how you were... More

Watford, United Kingdom
Top Contributor
64 reviews 64 reviews
14 hotel reviews
Reviews in 32 cities Reviews in 32 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
“True Scottish hospitality!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 April 2013

My wife and I had a lovely overnight stay at this impressive B&B. Upon arrival Anne greeted us with tea and homemade treats, and we sat and had a nice chat with her in the kitchen. The house is very well set up with lots of space, including the bedroom which was massive! Anne provided suggestions for restaurants and made... More

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Anne H, Owner at West Mains Steading, responded to this review
7 April 2013

Your kind review is very much appreciated. So glad that you enjoyed your short stay here but also managed to squeeze in a visit to some of our ancient stone circles and standing stones in the vicinity. Delighted that you appreciated the home comforts of a log fire, home baking and tea. Thank you More

Gloucester, England, United Kingdom
Reviewer
4 reviews 4 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
“Totally amazing!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 March 2013

Steve and I were travelling with Steves 15 year old daughter. We needed 2 rooms for 2 night, though at very short notice! Anne (the owner) was extremely helpful and was able to accommodate us for the one night. West mains steadying is the best B&B that I have ever stayed in. It is spacious, clean, beautifully situated, airy and... More

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Anne H, Owner at West Mains Steading, responded to this review
17 March 2013

It is just great to read that your experience staying here at West Mains Steading met your family's requirements. Thank you for taking the time to write a review and for being so kind and positive. It was a pleasure to have you to stay. More

Winchester, United Kingdom
1 review
“West mains steading= 5 * hotel”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 December 2012

This is without doubt the best B&B we have ever stayed in. When we first arrived, I thought we had the wrong address as the house was so beautiful!! Annes welcome was lovely, despite our late arrival and we were greeted with tea and amazing homemade cakes. Anne could not do more to make us feel at home and our... More

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Anne H, Owner at West Mains Steading, responded to this review
6 December 2012

Thank you so much for your lovely review following your recent stay here at West Mains Steading B&B. So glad that you enjoyed your stay and that everything was to your satisfaction. It was a pleasure to have you as guests and would be delighted to see you again if the occasion arises. More

Inverness, United Kingdom
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35 reviews 35 reviews
21 hotel reviews
Reviews in 24 cities Reviews in 24 cities
141 helpful votes 141 helpful votes
“Faultless!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 November 2012

My husband and I stayed at the West Mains Steading while attending an event at nearby Castle Fraser. We were so pleased to have found this wonderful B&B. A relaxed, cosy atmosphere in a beautiful setting. Our hostess, Anne, was so gracious and helpful. The guest lounge, with the wood-burning stove, was the perfect place to relax after a busy... More

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Anne H, Owner at West Mains Steading, responded to this review
29 November 2012

It is so kind of guests to take the time to write a review following their stay. This allows me to gauge how the B&B is doing and glad that it seems to be on the right track. Thank you very much, also for the encouraging comments about wishing to come back. You will be most welcome. More

Glasgow
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4 reviews 4 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“Lovely”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 November 2012

A lovely, welcoming B+B. The rooms are beautiful and the log fire was so relaxing. Lovely breakfast too and delicious home-made shortbread in the rooms. Spotlessly clean. In beautiful surroundings. We will definitely be returning.

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Anne H, Owner at West Mains Steading, responded to this review
17 November 2012

Many thanks for your positive review and delighted that you enjoyed your stay here and felt it was relaxing. Glad the woodburning stove cheered an otherwise chilly and frosty week-end. More

Derby, England, United Kingdom
1 review
“Best B&B”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 September 2012

I concure with all comments here, if you want to have a lovely welcome (thanks you Ann), excellent breakfast and facilities stay here. Superb value for money, Is there a best B&B Scotland competition?

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Anne H, Owner at West Mains Steading, responded to this review
30 September 2012

It was so good of you to submit a review following your stay at West Mains Steading B&B and delighted that it met your expectations. Thank you. More

Cirencester
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
“A gem!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 September 2012

The best B&B we have stayed in this year - the owner made us so welcome, high spec design and very spacious & set in stunning countryside. Excellent breakfast set us up for a walk up Ben Achie and nearby Castle Fraser. It was a cool rainy evening when we arrived and the owner lit the log burner and we... More

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Anne H, Owner at West Mains Steading, responded to this review
11 September 2012

I am very grateful for the feedback on your recent stay at West Mains Steading and glad that you found the accommodation and surroundings to your satisfaction. Pleased that you enjoyed the added warmth from the log burning stove to brighten up an otherwise damp autumnal evening. Would be delighted to see you again in this part of the world More

Strathaven, United Kingdom
Senior Contributor
26 reviews 26 reviews
8 hotel reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
22 helpful votes 22 helpful votes
“Grang Accommodation”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 July 2012

The West Mains Steading has to be the best B & B we have ever stayed in, The house is a Grand Design type conversion. Two Grand bedrooms to give the personal touch, seperate individual bathrooms, fully equiped with all your needs, fluffy towels and robes, the house has been decorated to a very high standard a joy to visit.... More

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Anne H, Owner at West Mains Steading, responded to this review
1 August 2012

I am delighted that you both enjoyed your stay at West Mains Steading and thank you for your feedback and comments on the accommodation and service you received. Not quite Grand Designs but thank you for making the comparison! I was so pleased to welcome you both to this part of North East Scotland and enjoyed meeting you. More

London, England, United Kingdom
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“The perfect B&B!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 July 2012

This is a quite remarkable B&B. The house is a beautifully restored U-shaped farm steading, surrounded by a fantastic open landscaped garden, with views out across the Aberdeenshire countryside. The two large guest bedrooms occupy a whole wing of the U-shaped house, each with their own private bathroom. The lounge and dining room are in the central section of the... More

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Anne H, Owner at West Mains Steading, responded to this review
19 July 2012

Thank you for being so generous in your comments about your stay at West Mains Steading and also giving such an expansive description of the house and grounds. I am so delighted that your stay here with your family was enjoyable and that you were happy with the level of hospitality. More

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Address: West Mains Steading | Castle Fraser, Inverurie AB51 7JS, Scotland
Region: United Kingdom > Scotland > Aberdeenshire > Inverurie
Amenities:
Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
Ranked #1 of 8 B&Bs / Inns in Inverurie
Price range (per night): S$95 - 143
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
West Mains Steading is a welcoming B&B, providing all the comforts of home against the rolling hills backdrop of the Aberdeenshire countryside. A refurbished 19th-century farm building, West Mains Steading is a warm and friendly bed and breakfast situated within the former Castle Fraser estate. A perfect location for exploring the beautiful Highlands, Eastern Grampian and Aberdeenshire area with the convenience of a local village offering shopping and leisure. ... more   less 

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