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Where is it: Ardielin Cottage Glen Clova, Kirrimuir. What is it: A two-bedroomed cottage on the edge of the Cairngorm National Park. Good points: A modest way to test out a country life with enough land for a (very) smallholding. Bad points: The size and price means that owner occupiers will be competing to purchase with second homers. Price: Offers over £210,000. Contact: Bidwells on 01738 230150.