Self Catering Accommodation in Royal Deeside and the Cairngorms, Scotland

Holiday Cottages and luxury lodges

Staying in a self catering cottage, luxury lodge or apartment offers complete freedom and flexibility. You decide what you want to do and when you want to do it. Enjoy this picturesque part of Scotland with a relaxed break in a holiday cottage.

Royal Deeside and the Cairngorms DMO works with the top business in the area. To find out more about any business or to contact them, or book through their website, please select from the list below which is in alphabetical order.

View the list below for a selection of top quality self catering holiday cottages and lodges throughout Royal Deeside and the Cairngorms.

Loch Kinord Hotel - Dinnet, Aboyne

Entertainment, Arts & Crafts Food & Drink Music Outdoor Walking Water Sport
Loch Kinord Hotel - Dinnet, Aboyne

A 3-star village hotel originally built in the 19th century by Queen Victoria's doctor. We offer 22 comfortable single, double and family rooms and are famed for our AA Rosette and Taste of Scotland dining that uses the very best of local produce. Great accommodation in this part of Scotland. There is often live folk music taking place with the Deeside Sessions. Our newly built log cabins are an ideal base and each has 2 bedrooms sleeping up to 4. We have access to the River Feugh for fishing and a Ghillie who will pick up from the hotel and return back.

Ballater Road Dinnet, Ballater, Aberdeenshire, Scotland, AB34 5JY

Tel: 01339 885229

www.lochkinord.com

Glen Tanar Holiday Cottages

Historic Nature Trail Outdoor Walking Water Sport
Glen Tanar Holiday Cottages A fantastic range of 4 star luxury holiday cottages in beautiful Glen Tanar in the heart of Royal Deeside, Scotland, and within the Cairngorm National Park. No matter how you like to unwind and relax our cottages are an ideal place to start. We have a diverse range of accommodation and are sure to find a house to suit your needs. Each house has its own special qualities be it Rowan Cottage, a little stone bothy; West Millfield, a traditional Granite Cottage or Birkelunn, a truly Norwegian log cabin. All are furnished to a high standard.

Brooks House Glen Tanar, Aboyne, Aberdeenshire, AB34 5EU Scotla

Tel: 013398 86451

www.glentanar.co.uk

Castleton Cottage

Pets Welcome
Castleton Cottage

Enjoy the scenery and large range of outdoor activities of the Cairngorm National Park, from a home base of a fully equipped cottage situated in the highland village of Braemar. Five minutes walk from the village centre. The cottage sleeps 2 adults and upto 2 children, has private parking, washing machine, fridge/freezer, microwave, cooker, woodburning stove, central heating, shower, and a TV with Freeview, baby cot and highchair (hire of a 3 wheel pushchair £15/wk). Dogs (only one please) 20£/wk, to be kept under control and never left unattended. Garden is shared with owner. A welcome pack of groceries is provided on arrival and wood for the stove. Rate from £345/wk. £435/wk Summer peak.

2 School Road, Braemar, Aberdeenshire, AB35 5ZR

Tel: 013397 41426

www.castletoncraftscottagelets.com

Invercauld Estate

Historic Nature Trail Outdoor Walking Water Sport
Invercauld Estate Outstanding salmon and sea trout fishing on the River Dee in the heart of Royal Deeside. Walking in the heart of the Cairngorm Mountains as well as holiday lodges and cottages to let.

4 The Keiloch Invercauld, Braemar, Aberdeenshire, AB35 5TW

Tel: 013397 41224

www.invercauld.org

Finzean Estate Farm Shop & Tearoom

Entertainment, Arts & Crafts Food & Drink Historic Nature Trail Outdoor Walking
Finzean Estate Farm Shop & Tearoom

Quote from the newly launched 10th edition of Peter Irvine's book "Scotland the Best" - FINZEAN FARM SHOP, DEESIDE - "This one's fabulous, a new one for the book. It's not on the main road, but between Banchory and Aboyne, in an estate. Kate and Catriona run it and it's just lovely, looking out on to the mountains. A lot of food sold here is from the estate – meat and game – and loads of stuff they make themselves, carefully sourced and very well presented. It's really special – one of the best in Britain, I'd say. A real foodie destination."

Balnaboth Steading, Finzean, Aberdeenshire, AB31 6PA

Tel: 01330 850710

www.finzean.com

Balmoral Estate

Family Friendly Food & Drink Historic Nature Trail Outdoor Running Water Sport
Balmoral Estate

The Balmoral Estate is the Scottish home to the British Royal Family. The estate is open to the public from April to the end of July each year. Visitors can enjoy an audio tour, included in the admission charge which guides them around the gardens, grounds and exhibitions of this unique Highland estate. The coffee shop on site seats 100 and serves light snacks and meals with a Highland flavour along with the gift shop which has both gifts with a Scottish and Royal theme. Visitors who would like to stay longer on the estate can book one of our 6 holiday cottages with the unique privilege of being able to play on the Balmoral 9 hole golf course. Salmon fishing is available on the river Dee which flows through the estate. The Queens Highland and Fell ponies are available for pony trekking throughout the open season and we offer a series of 2hr, day, evening and even two day trail rides. Wildlife safaris are also on offer with the Ranger Service; a fantastic way to explore the scenery and wildlife of this special place.

The Estates Office, Balmoral, Ballater, Aberdeenshire, AB35 5TB

Tel: 013397 42534

www.balmoralcastle.com/

East Winds Cottage, Aboyne

Internet Access
East Winds Cottage, Aboyne

East Winds Cottage is a beautifully converted coach-house situated in the heart of the charming Royal Deeside village of Aboyne offering easy access to the various sporting facilities in the area and within walking distance of all shops, restaurants, pubs and other amenities in Aboyne. East Winds Cottage can sleep up to eight in three bedrooms; the main bedroom has a super king size bed and connecting door to family bathroom, the second bedroom has a double bed and the third is a twin bedded room with two additional guest beds. There is a large lockable shed ideal for storing sports equipment, including rods, bicycles and skis. Sunday to Sunday lets to suit fishers. Open all year; short breaks available in low season. Free WiFi for those who simply have to stay in touch!

Station Brae, Aboyne, AB34 5HU

Tel: 013398 85498

www.eastwindsaboyne.co.uk

Mill of Tilquhillie

Pets Welcome
Mill of Tilquhillie

Mill of Tilquhillie is a former water mill which provides comfortable and characterful holiday accommodation for 4, in a peaceful country setting 2 miles from Banchory and 20 miles from the city of Aberdeen and Aberdeen Airport.

Tilquhillie, Banchory, Aberdeenshire, AB31 6JS

Tel: 01330 844616

http://www.cottageguide.co.uk/milloftilquhillie/

Eastbank

En-suite TV in room Internet Access
Eastbank

Eastbank provides wonderful accommodation in Ballater as a self-catering holiday home. A beautiful Victorian property, centrally located by Ballater Golf Club and Tennis Courts with country walks and cycle paths nearby. Also close to shops and the famous Brown Sugar Cafe! Eastbank has been recently refurbished and great for families or large groups. The house sleeps 8-10 in stylish bedrooms with en-suites or private facilities. Beautiful conservatory and private garden.

50 Albert Road, Ballater, Aberdeenshire, AB35 5QG

Tel: 07950 545211

www.ballaterbandb.co.uk

Gairn Lodge Cottage

Gairn Lodge Cottage

Newly refurbished modern two bedroom, two bathroom cottage is offered for self catering holiday accommodation. Overlooking the 18th fairway, the spacious lounge with picture windows provides views of the golf course and the surrounding hills. Two twin bedrooms, one en-suite, two shower rooms, dining kitcken, private entrance, walled garden with access to golf course, and off road parking for two cars.

67 Golf Road, Ballater, AB35 5RU

Tel: 013397 56025

www.gairn-lodge.com

Cairnton Farm Cottages

Family Friendly Food & Drink
Cairnton Farm Cottages

Cairnton Farm Cottages originally started life as 3 farm outbuildings, now they are 3 self catering cottages to sleep between 1 and 7 guests.  They have been finished to a very high standard with all the mod cons of a mordern home, underfloor heating, fully fitted kitchen with dishwasher and washing machine but all being on the grounds of a working Aberdeen Angus Farm.  

The cottages are only 2 miles away from Deeside Activity Park which has various activities from Kart Racing to Quad Biking and Paintballing to Clay Pigeon Shooting.  Staying at The Cottages will get you a 10% discount at the park!

Dess, Aboyne, Aberdeenshire, Scotland, AB34 5BD

Tel: 013398 83536

www.cairntonfarmcottages.co.uk

Bluefolds Highland Holiday Cottages

Glenlivet Ballindalloch, Tomintoul, AB37 9DS

Tel: 01340 881616

Boat Inn

Charleston Road, Aboyne, Aberdeenshire, AB34 5EL

Tel: 01339 886137

The Birches

Ballater

Tel: 013397 56279

Littleton of Airlie Farm Cottages

Littleton of Airlie Farm Cottages, Kirriemuir, Angus, DD8 5NS

Tel: 01575 530 422

Braemar Lodge Bunkhouse

Glenshee Road, Braemar, Aberdeenshire, AB35 5YQ, Royal

Tel: 01339 741627

Old Leiper Farmhouse

Birse, Aboyne, Aberdeenshire, AB34

Tel: 013398 86332

Richmond Cottage

The Square Rhynie, Huntly, Aberdeenshire, AB54 4HD

Tel: 01464 861464

Bigfoot Adventures

Glen Dreskry, Strathdon, Aberdeenshire, AB36 8XL

Tel: 01975 651312

Drumrunie

Braemar, Aberdeenshire, AB35

Tel: 01381 610496

Frog Marsh

Mossat, Aberdeenshire, AB33 8PL

Tel: 019755 71355

The Firs

7 Provost Craig Road, Ballater, Aberdeenshire, AB35 5NN

Tel: 01224 312069

Craig-Na-Hullie

Strathdon, Aberdeenshire, AB36 8UN

Tel: 019756 51244/07753 799673

Birchwood Cottage

Birchwood Cottage Chapel Brae, Braemar, Aberdeenshire, AB35 5YT

Tel: 013397 41599

7 Old Stables Courtyard

7 Old Stables Courtyard, Ballater, Aberdeenshire, AB35 5PL

Tel: 01224 316876

Easter Corrie

Tomnavoulin, Glenlivet, AB37 9JB

Tel: 01807 590241

Birch & Willow Lodges

Craiglea Inchmarlo Home Farm, Banchory, Aberdeenshire, AB31 5BT

Tel: 01330 822622

Knockie Branan Cottage

44 Albert Road, Ballater, Aberdeenshire, AB35 5QU

Tel: 01224 323248

Weavers Cottage

Broombrae Glenbuchat, Strathdon, Aberdeenshire, AB36 8UA

Tel: 019756 41341

Invercauld Lodges

12A Invercauld Road, Ballater, Aberdeenshire, AB35 5RP

Tel: 013397 55015

Riverside Apartment

1 Clunie Bank Gardens, Braemar, AB35 5PY

Tel: 013398 80977

Dalbreck

2 Dee Street, Ballater, AB35 5RH

Tel: 07595 278993

Dalbrack

15 Salisbury Road, Ballater, AB35 5QY

Tel: 01224 323806

Buchaam Holiday Properties

Strathdon, Aberdeenshire, AB36 8TN

Tel: 01975 651238

Garden House Self-Catering

Old Semeil, Strathdon, Aberdeenshire, AB36 8XJ

Tel: 019756 51343

Mountview Cottage

Chapel Brae, Braemar, Aberdeenshire, AB35 5YT

Tel: 01382 580420

Bruach Mhor

37 Deebank Road, Ballater, AB35 5QT

Tel: 01224 315607

Greenpark Leisure Holiday Accommodation

Greenpark House Glassel, Banchory, Aberdeenshire, AB31 4DB

Tel: 01330 825544

Carr Cottage

Ian Foster Carr Cottage Linn of Dee Road, Braemar, Aberdeenshire, AB35 5YB

Tel: 013397 41501

Waterside Lodge

Waterside, Strathdon, Aberdeenshire, AB36 8XA

Tel: 019756 51241

Glenkindie Steading

Alford, Aberdeenshire, AB33 5SX

Tel: 01569 766554

7 The Monaltrie

Bridge Square, Ballater, AB35 5GQ

Tel: 01224 855296

Tangley House B&B

41 Braemar Road, Ballater, Aberdeenshire, Scotland, AB35 5RQ

Tel: 01339 755624

Crathie Opportunity Holidays

Family Friendly Historic Nature Trail Outdoor Walking

The Manse Courtyard Crathie, Ballater, Aberdeenshire, AB35 5UL

Tel: 013397 42100

6 Braichlie Buildings

Albert Road, Ballater, Aberdeenshire, AB35 5QL

Tel: 01569 731831

Arisaig Cottage

Victoria Road, Ballater, Aberdeenshire, AB35 5QX

Tel: 01339 755177

Gairnshiel Lodge

Glengairn, Ballater, Aberdeenshire, AB35 5UQ

Tel: 013397 55582

Dinnet Estate

Dinnet Estate Office Old Station Road Dinnet, Aboyne, Aberdeenshire, AB34 5LL

Tel: 013398 85341

Lary Cottage

4 Invercauld Road, Ballater, AB35 5RP

Tel: 0779 3633156

Myrtle Cottage

1 School Lane, Ballater, Aberdeenshire, AB35 5RJ

Tel: 01330 833557/01224 205819

Dalmore House

Fyfe Brae, Braemar, Aberdeenshire, AB35 5NS

Tel: 013397 41225

Craig Vallich

33 Victoria road, Ballater, Aberdeenshire, AB35 5QX

Tel: 01224 317713

Inchmarlo Resort & Golf Club

Competitive Event Family Friendly Food & Drink Outdoor

Glassel Road, Banchory, Royal Deeside, Aberdeenshire, Scotland, AB31 4BQ

Tel: 01330 826427

Ballogie Estate Enterprises

Ballogie Estate Office, Aboyne, Aberdeenshire, AB34 5DS

Tel: 013398 86497

Jennys Bothy Crofthouse

Dellachuper Corgarff, Strathdon, Aberdeenshire, AB36 8YP

Tel: 019756 51449

Inverey Holiday Cottage

5 Monaltrie Road, Ballater, Aberdeenshire, AB35 5PE

Tel: 013397 55396

Number 7 Cornellan Square

Number 7 Cornellan Square, Ballater, AB35 5RD

Attic Apartment

No.4 10 Bridge Square, Ballater, AB35 5QJ

Tel: 01224 486929

13 The Monaltrie

Bridge Square, Ballater, AB35 5GQ

Tel: 013397 55118

Toll Bridge Lodge

Bridge of Feugh, Banchory, Aberdeenshire, AB31 5NJ

Tel: 01330 822686

Lonville Cottage

20 Viewfield Road, Ballater, Aberdeenshire, AB35 5RD

Tel: 013397 53808

Number 3 Knocks cottages

Birkhall, Ballater, Aberdeenshire, AB35 5SQ

Tel: 01372 459123

Viewfield Cottage

1 Viewfield Road, Ballater, AB35 5RD

Tel: 013397 55384

Woodside Cottage

Glenbuchat, Strathdon, Aberdeenshire, AB36 8XJ

Tel: 019756 51343

Bonn na Coille

8 Braemar Road, Ballater, Aberdeenshire, AB35 5RL

Tel: 01339 755414/01224 585500

Struan Self Catering Cottage

Dundarroch Road, Ballater, Aberdeenshire, AB35 5NP

Tel: 013397 56351

Bealach Cottage

Viewfield Road, Ballater, Abereenshire, AB35 5RD

Tel: 013398 83518

Folds Cottage

Glenlivet, Tomintoul, AB37 9DS

Tel: 01340 881616

Craich Cottage

Tough, Alford, Aberdeenshire, AB33 8EN

Tel: 019755 62584

Fairdene Self-Catering

School Lane, Ballater, AB35 5RJ

Tel: 013397 55929

Jura Cottage

Old Line Road, Ballater, Aberdeenshire, AB35 5UT

Tel: 01339756270