Gowanbrae Bed and Breakfast
Church Street Gowanbrae
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Why people book this hotel
“Excellent breakfast, our hosts, Jo and Stephen made us feel so very welcome”
“Great breakfast and fabulous hosts”
“The beds were were very comfy”
“Comfortable room Lovely lady of the house Very accommodating”
“Friendly and engaging hosts Nice breakfast Lots of local reference guides avail…”
“They really make you feel like home with great rooms and a good breakfast with h…”
“The location was fantastic, close to a few restaurants and a short walk to the G…”
“Location is fantastic for the whisky hospitality industry with many Speyside dis…”
“The room was very comfortable and clean, it was decorated well, and the atmosphe…”
“The room was clean and comfortable, breakfast was plentiful and tasty”
Overview
Boasting a shared lounge and views of mountain, Gowanbrae Bed and Breakfast is a bed and breakfast set in a historic building in Dufftown, 23 km from Huntly Castle. Featuring luggage storage space, this property also provides guests with DVD player. Elgin Cathedral is 29 km from the bed and breakfast and Leith Hall Garden & Estate is 34 km away. All units in the bed and breakfast are fitted with a flat-screen TV. Featuring a private bathroom with a shower and a hair dryer, units at the bed and breakfast also boast free WiFi. At the bed and breakfast, every unit is fitted with bed linen and towels. As an added convenience, the bed and breakfast offers packed lunches for guests to bring on excursions and other trips off-property. Kildrummy Castle is 37 km from Gowanbrae Bed and Breakfast, while Grantown Museum is 41 km from the property.
Traveller reviews
Sabine
couple
January 19, 2026
“We had a lovely time.”
Excellent breakfast, our hosts, Jo and Stephen made us feel so very welcome. The beds were were very comfy. We would definitely stay at their lovely B&B again.
Dave
couple
October 19, 2025
“Thanks folks, lovely place”
Excellent hospitality from lovely people.
Robert
couple
September 25, 2025
Great breakfast and fabulous hosts!
Sandy
couple
September 10, 2025
“Wonderful B&B. Comfortable, clean and inviting. Great Location!”
We were so impressed by everything. The room was very comfortable and clean, it was decorated well, and the atmosphere was calm. The hotel itself was also very clean and nice. We enjoyed the lounge in the evening. The location was fantastic, close to a few restaurants and a short walk to the Glenfiddich distillery. We added an extra night, we were so happy with the location and service.
Guest
couple
July 22, 2025
“We had a lovely time.”
Excellent breakfast, our hosts, Jo and Stephen made us feel so very welcome. The beds were were very comfy. We would definitely stay at their lovely B&B again.
Allison
family_with_children
October 24, 2024
Comfortable room Lovely lady of the house Very accommodating
StaffyLover
couple
October 21, 2024
“Enjoyable stay”
Friendly and engaging hosts Nice breakfast Lots of local reference guides available for review Loads of whisky knowledge (handy for our visit) Wash clothes (a rarity in Europe/UK) Shower was hot and had good water pressure.
Allan
couple
September 27, 2024
“Duffton”
You couldn't ask for better hosts than Jo & Steve. We were made very welcome. Steves knowledge of Whiskey was fantastic and Jo's cooking kept us in good stride for a busy day touring the local area. Thank you guys so much. Haere rà.
Paul
couple
September 26, 2024
“Great stay in a great location.”
Steve and Joe were very friendly and generous hosts. The room was clean and comfortable, breakfast was plentiful and tasty. Location is fantastic for the whisky hospitality industry with many Speyside distilleries nearby. The nearby Indian restaurant was a great recommendation for somewhere to eat.
Per-Arne
extended_group
September 9, 2024
“Suberb staying will revisit if there will be more travels in that area”
A lovely little B&B situated in the center of Dufftown with a Homely feeling created by the warm and welcoming couple Steve and Jo. They really make you feel like home with great rooms and a good breakfast with home made jam from the garden. Highly recommended by us. Many thanks from the Swedes.
Lex
solo_traveller
August 27, 2024
“Perfect stay with a special host :) thx”
Great room, common and relax room was very great, full tasty breakfast ! Free whiskey :)
Christoph
couple
August 26, 2024
“Absolute recommendation for a stay in Dufftown”
Jo and Steve are wonderful hosts, very mindful and friendly. Steve’s knowledge about whisky, the region and possible activities seem to be endless. We really enjoyed our stay at Gowanbrae. The homemade marmalade was delicious.
Colin
couple
August 17, 2024
“Excellent B&B”
All together a very nice B & B. Jo and Stephen excellent hosts. Breakfast outstanding, very friendly atmosphere. Stephen has a very good knowledge of Whisky. We had a very enjoyable stay.
Daria
couple
August 7, 2024
“A delightful and comfortable stay”
Jo and Steve are fabulous hosts: welcoming, helpful and a delight to chat with during the four days of our stay. Our room was spacious and full of light, beautiful to awaken in with the beautiful days we had. The street is peaceful and the property near all the restaurants in town and the co-op.
Donald
solo_traveller
July 25, 2024
“Travelling for work, lovely overnight stay.”
Excellent hosts, lovely room, handy for my work location. Close to nearby facilities / eateries.
Mikael
family_with_children
July 4, 2024
“Very nice one night visit, thanks!”
Anthony
extended_group
July 2, 2024
“Great B&B, friendly couple and excellent accomodations.”
I've never been a fan of the B&B concept but have never stayed in one either. Gowanbrae has changed my mind. The lovely couple who hosted us were friendly and pleasant, making sure we were comfortable. Breakfast was delicious and the home is amazingly decorated. If you get the chance, I would highly recommend a stay here!
Sofia
couple
June 17, 2024
“Lovely B&B with wonderful hosts”
Such a great place to stay when visiting the distilleries in Dufftown and/or Cairngorms National Park. The room was incredibly cozy and we didn’t have room for any lunch after getting a proper breakfast at the B&B. Even though the property didn’t serve dinner, there were plenty of nice restaurants close by. The hosts were also very kind and gave us great tips on what to see and do during our trip.
Lluís
couple
June 14, 2024
“Great place and lovely hosts”
It's a lovely b&b, big, comfortable bedroom with complete bathroom. In the room complementary thee, coffee etc and a little bottle of whisky. Great breakfast options, cooked by the hostess. Although we only stayed here for one night, we felt really welcome.
Sabine
family_with_children
June 5, 2024
Very persobal adressing and valuable recommendations.
Facilities
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
Entertainment and family services
Board games/puzzles
Food & Drink
Breakfast options
Food & drink safety
All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized, Physical distancing in dining areas
General
Bicycle parking, WiFi available in all areas, Non-smoking rooms, Non-smoking throughout
Internet
WiFi, Free WiFi, Internet services
Parking
Free parking, Parking, Street parking
Physical distancing
Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed
Safety & security
Carbon monoxide detector, Smoke alarms, CCTV in common areas, CCTV outside property, Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Access to health care professionals, Face masks for guests available, Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, First aid kit available
Services
Packed lunches, Luggage storage, Shared lounge/TV area, Daily housekeeping
Standard Double Room
Providing free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. This double room features executive lounge access, flat-screen TV with cable channels, mountain views, as well as chocolate for guests. The unit offers 1 bed.
Standard King Room
Offering free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. This double room has a tea and coffee maker, flat-screen TV, mountain views, as well as chocolate for guests. The unit has 1 bed.
Standard Twin Room
This twin room's standout feature is the fireplace. Offering free toiletries, this twin room includes a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. This twin room has executive lounge access, flat-screen TV with cable channels, garden views, as well as chocolate for guests. The unit has 2 beds.
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