White House Retreat provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Reviews
9.49.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire chalet
5 bedrooms3 bathrooms216 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Free Wi-Fi
Outdoor space
Fireplace
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
White House Retreat
Welcome to White House Retreat – your ultimate Highland stay. Brimming with natural light, vibrant colours, and thoughtful touches, this home offers stunning views, easy access to local attractions, and all the space you need to relax and recharge.
Nestled in the picturesque town of Banff, it's a true Scottish experience. Whether you're exploring whisky distilleries, discovering castles, or even searching for Nessie, there's endless adventure to be had in this stunning corner of Scotland!
Throughout the home, thoughtful details and vibrant patterns create an elegant yet playful atmosphere, reflecting the warmth and spirit of Scotland. Spread across two spacious floors, the home is perfect for families, groups, or special occasions. With three distinct living areas, it offers the ideal space for both socializing and quiet moments, whether you're enjoying a cosy evening by the fire, reading in a sunlit nook, or gathering for movie night.
At the heart of the home is a large dining table off the kitchen, perfect for a hearty breakfast or a relaxed evening gathering. The charming country-style kitchen, with bold red accents and mint-green cabinetry, adds warmth and personality. The kitchen features a traditional Aga range, an electric oven, a grill, induction hobs, and a washing machine in the boiler room.
With five individually styled bedrooms, there's plenty of room for everyone. The largest bedroom, a family bedroom on the ground floor, offers a kingsize bed, a double bed, and a single bed, alongside a modern en-suite shower room that provides easy access for less able guests.
Upstairs, you'll find a kingsize bedroom, a double bedroom, a single bedroom, and a children's room with bunk beds for the little ones. Two additional bathrooms with modern finishes – one with a bath and the other with a bath and shower over – complete the upper floor.
Externally, there are wonderful natural gardens wrapping all around the house, completely private with plenty of space to enjoy.
Located near the top of Scotland on the Moray coast, this property is just 10 minutes from the sea. The area is renowned for its many whisky distilleries, offering a range of distillery tours, workshops, and masterclasses, with the opportunity to take home a rare bottle or two. Notable local distilleries include Balvenie, Strathisla, and GlenDronach, though there are plenty more to discover on the famous Whisky Trail. (It's said the only thing stronger than the whisky is the warmth of the Scottish welcome!)
For a day trip, Loch Ness is just two hours away, offering breathtaking views, a visit to the historic Loch Ness Castle (where you can book tickets online), and the chance to take a boat trip across the loch, passing the castle and soaking in the history of the area.
The region is also home to several other beautiful castles and historical sites. For the adventurous, St Fillan's Cave in Fife and McGregor's Cave in Perth are must-see landmarks. You can also visit Shore Inn at Portsoy, famous for being featured in several episodes of Peaky Blinders, with plenty of photo opportunities around the pub. Take a pleasant walk around the harbour and indulge in a treat at the nearby Portsoy Ice Cream Shop.
Accessibility
Parking is available right outside the main door, with level entry to the interior and standard-width doorways. The entire ground floor is on one level, with double doors leading into the living room. The ground-floor family bedroom offers wide access to an en-suite shower room, which features an open shower enclosure with grab rails and a fold-out chair for added comfort. There is also ample space for wheelchair access to the dining table.
Additional Information
This property accommodates a maximum of 8 adults, with the bunk bed room suitable for children only. We have a strict no-smoking policy inside the property. Designed as a family-friendly retreat, we are unable to accept stag/hen parties, large events, or trades bookings. Unfortunately, pets are not permitted at any time.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the accommodation: Free WiFi
Kitchen
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Electric kettle
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Bedrooms
5 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
3 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Fireplace
Living room
Entertainment
TV
Outdoor areas
Garden
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Limited housekeeping
Location highlights
On a river
Things to do
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
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Rules
Checkin 16:00-20:00
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
About the area
Located in Banff, this chalet is on a river. Portsoy Pottery and Banff Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Duff House and Huntly Castle. Portsoy Ice Cream and Grass Labyrinth are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails. Visit our Banff travel guide
Situated on a river, this chalet is within 9 miles (15 km) of Grampian Kart Club, Fordyce Joiners Workshop and Visitor Centre and Portsoy Ice Cream. Portsoy Pottery and Sanine Beach are also within 9 miles (15 km).
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White House Retreat Reviews
Reviews
Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
We have had several family holidays here, we love the place. There’s lot of things to do in the area so you’re never bored, varying from restaurants, the scenery and the gin trails. The accommodation has everything that you could possibly want to relax and switch off and is so peaceful. It is private and secluded in the grounds of a castle. During our stays we’ve been lucky enough to see the Northern Lights and even wild deer sprinting through the gardens. Cannot recommend highly enough, it’s a must. Can’t wait to go again!
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Jazmin
12 May 2025
Loved our stay
The house was the perfect size for us.
We noticed that the flower thing on the ceiling in the kitchen was really dusty and there was loads of random things in the cupboards in the bedrooms. Like nappies that had been left. And inco sheets.
Loved the different ornaments around the house and the fact there was chess and dominos. The chess got brought out one night and played.
We also spotted a deer whilst in the kitchen. Walking across the grass behind the bushes. And spotted 2 whilst coming up the driveway.
Not have all the random stuff in cupboards that looks like it's stuff people left from previous visits.
Jazmin
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
30 Sept 2024
The surrounding area is beautiful and the house is quirky and special, feels loved.
Lovely week spent in a lovely house, I will be back again!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
5 Mar 2025
So much character in this big house and the beauty that surrounds it!
The peaceful forest drive and house. Cullen beach for a walk is stunning.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
2 Jan 2025
WE GOT ENGAGED AT WHITE HOUSE!
Thank you for letting us stay in this beautiful house we enjoyed it all.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
29 Jan 2025
The house is welcoming, quirky and very special!
Spending our 6th wedding anniversary in this lovely place with good friends. We will be back!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
13 Dec 2024
Thank you so much for letting us stay in your character filled house. We love the charm of it all!
Watching the snow falling and then walking around and building snowmen. Seeing the stars on a late walk and the cosy feel of the house!
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Gérard
30 Jul 2025
Très bon séjour au calme dans une maison fonctionnelle, très agréable
Très bon séjour au calme dans une maison fonctionnelle, très agréable. Idéale pour les pêcheurs car proche de nombreux beats sur la Deveron.