December 2023 by Jürgen Annuss
I return to Scotland almost every year for two weeks since 2004. In these years, I have visited many wonderful places all over Scotland including islands like Sky, The Orkneys or Mull.I have experienced the hospitality and openness of many Scottish people, staying in B&Bs or small hotels. I experienced spontaneous friendly contacts and chats on my hikes or visiting other places, also around my beloved Highlands.This time I decided to stay in the town of Inverurie: Being a member of the National Trust for Scotland, I saw Inverurie as a strategic position to visit various properties like castles or gardens under the care of the National Trust for Scotland.So I picked The Sidings for my base this time: it?s an historic building and the fotos I saw on their website as well as the information to The Sidings appealed to me.When I arrived in the evening I was warmly welcomed by Chris, the manager of The Sidings.When Chris showed me around, my first impression was how absolutely clean and tidy The Sidings presented itself! My room was spotless and so was the en-suite.The large lounge is very comfortable with its armchairs and the respective lounge tables, with plenty of natural light, with fotos of times gone on its walls. In the evenings guests enjoyed to watch TV, either cricket or football in the lounge, I myself enjoyed the afternoons reading here.The breakfast area wasn?t just the breakfast area: you could even cook your own meals! And all the pots and pans and whatever you need to cook yourself a meal was provided by The Sidings. No need to wash up, just into the dishwasher. Basically every night when people came back from work, somebody was cooking dinner. Since I found a fabulous Thai takeaway called Oriental Wok, I chose not to cook but to enjoy my favourite Thai food back at The Sidings.At Breakfast I found all sorts of variety of foods, fruits, breads, juices, serials to name just a few. Not to forget freshly brewed coffee and plenty of teas to choose from!I was really sorry to leave The Sidings after my two weeks vacation in my second home, Scotland, and especially its Highlands.For me Chris is a wonderful host and the soul of The Sidings. I, for my part, intend to return to the The 5 ?????????? Sidings next year. I?ll check if there will be a spot for me here mid September - I hope so.See ya next year Chris ?Juergen
October 2023 by Gordon Mackay
One word.
September 2023 by Craig Young
A little historical gem of a place, ideal for an overnight or weekend stop
August 2023 by Josh Eanes
Super small rooms.
July 2023 by Sim Flint
Stayed here when travelling for work, can't knock it.
April 2023 by Tammy McLellan
Very clean, organised, comfortable. Like the self serve aspect at breakfast.
November 2022 by Malcolm Ross
The rooms were spotless the lounge was comfortable, the kitchen and fridge was well stocked for breakfast. All in all a very pleasant two night stay. Close to all the amenities and free parking.Will definitely be back.Thank you
October 2022 by Mr Gibson
Clean and tidy rooms well organised and a fab kitchen dinner to cook your own or have a breakfast provided ?Van / car parking / local to shops and bars. everything near byJust fab , well thought out for the single working traveler and others..
April 2022 by Anne-Marie Hails
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Spotlessly clean throughout. Lounge area was a real bonus? so cosy. Plenty of choices for continental breakfast?.you could use the kitchen facilities at anytime! Chris was so friendly and went above and beyond to make you feel welcome. Looking forward to our next visit already. Spot on.
March 2022 by Julie Ramaglioni
Fab place to stay. Clean and very welcoming.
February 2022 by shaolinthumbs
Clean, well laid out, good breakfast and a relaxing atmosphere, the owner is a nice and welcoming guy
January 2022 by Stevie King
Clean tidy well maintained would stay again
January 2022 by Alasdair Brown
Quiet rooms and well priced
November 2021 by Ryan Grimshaw
Wonderfully clean and welcoming place
September 2021 by Raimy MacDonald
Lovely place to stay. Gutted I had to leave. Short walk to the town and has a tesco and aldi.right next door.
