Ali

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About Ali

Member since: September 2019

Speaks: English

We are a couple who met and married in Cape Town and lived there a number of years before wending our way via glorious Devon, and a rather interesting spell in lockdown on a canal boat, to the peace and tranquillity of the Moray coast.
We have two Jack Russells we brought with us from South Africa who love the long walks and georgous beaches in this area.
We previously had guest cottages in Cape Town and Devon.

Ali's Reviews

All4.98

Houfy5.00

Airbnb4.97

Based on 42 reviews

Laurie Anne

Mar 2025

Great wee house, in the perfect location. Feel right at home as soon as you enter the property. Beach, shop, chip shop and pub all on the doorstep. Alison is always on hand to answer any questions, and responds quickly, and friendly, when you contact her. Will definitely stay again

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Trish

Feb 2025

lovely place to stay away from it all in lovely surroundings for a winter or summer break. Felt at home straight away with our 2 dogs - the kitchen had everything we needed and the pub across the road a great fallback when we didn't want to cook. very helpful and relaxed hosting as was everyone else we met in and around the village on our many lovely walks. Will go back again for a repeat trip when we can.

Response:Great to have you stay Trish !

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David

Feb 2025

We stayed for 2 nights early February in this cosy well equipped cottage. The whole area is really nice, beautiful scenery & walks, the people are very friendly and welcoming. The pub across the road is excellent , very well run with good food , staff & a friendly atmosphere.

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Hilary

Feb 2025

A lovely cottage. Easy access to coastal walks with stunning scenery. Dog friendly hotel serving excellent food across the road. Lots to do and see in the area.

Response:Thank you Hilary it was a pleasure to share our cottage with you and we hope you can return for a longer break sometime.

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Scott

Feb 2025

We had a wonderful stay in Alison's place, which was spacious, charming and peaceful. The neighbouring pub was very welcoming with a great selection of food and drink. Furthermore, Alison was very accommodating during a booking date change which was required. Thanks so much for letting us stay in you lovely home 🙂

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Jeanette

Jan 2025

Very stylish cottage, well equipped and good location.

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Stewart

Jan 2025

Had a really relaxing time in Whitehills. Lovely wee cottage, comfortable and cosy. Anything we required was just a text to Alison away. She kept us up to date with local information regarding events etc. The Seafield Arms just across the road was perfect for a drink and a bite to eat. Food was amazing and staff so friendly. Whitehills is a delightful wee place.

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Juliana

Nov 2024

We had such a lovely month at Peppermill Cottage! The hosts, Alison and Brian, did a really good job with the house. We remained not only comfortable, but actually cozy throughout our whole stay. Then there was the location, which also proved very convenient. The house is across the street from the pub, a great place to hang out with some friendly characters. And two blocks away there are a fish and chips place, as well as a well stocked little market. Last but not least, it is also worth mentioning that the area offered so many options of entertainment that even staying a whole month we didn't manage to see everything. Just check All Trails to see how many walks there are, or Google Maps for distilleries, castles... And all of that less than 1:30hrs away from Inverness or Aberdeen! All in all, it made for the perfect stay. We really enjoyed our stint in Whitehills and would wholeheartedly recommend Peppermill Cottage as a base for anyone considering a trip to the area!

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Margaret Anne

Sep 2024

Very comfortable cosy cottage as described. Exactly what we were looking for. Clean and uncluttered. Very comfortable bed. 6yds to good pub!! Coastal walk metres away. Good supermarket very near. All in all - great Would stay again

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Aileen

Sep 2024

We stayed two nights and loved every second. The cottage is perfectly located near sea, near shops and a pub just across the road. The cottage was warm and homely and just perfect. We did not know much about Whitehills and it was lovely surprise to find pottery next door. Beautiful crafts and well worth a visit. The Seafield arms is literally across road and staff were friendly and very welcoming. Alison recommended the Captains Galley and our lunch was amazing! Try the seafood linguine 👌 We walked from Whitehills to Banff. Lovely walk. Can’t wait to return and stay again. Thankyou Alison 😊

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Kevin

Aug 2024

What a fabulous place to stay, great location lovely hosts. We will be back. Loved it many thanks

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David

Aug 2024

Just what we were looking for. Lovely cottage in village centre. Very comfortable accommodation. Well equipped. Good food at the Seafield Arms. Well worth visiting the fish shop at Downies. We visited Portsoy & had great ice cream, Boyndie for the baking, lovely cafe at old Banff castle site & great playparks at Whitehills, Banff Links & Duff House.

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