Rural Holiday Cottage
Aboyne,
Cairngorms
Aberdeenshire
Nestled on the tranquil eastern edge of the Cairngorms National Park near Aboyne and Ballater, this charming detached cottage boasts sweeping panoramic views across the Grampian Mountains. Positioned in the heart of Royal Deeside, this peaceful country home offers an exceptional base for families, outdoor enthusiasts, and culture lovers exploring Aberdeenshire’s castles, whisky trails, and river walks.
Whether you are warming up by one of the two wood-burning stoves, admiring mountain vistas from the sunroom, or stargazing from the mature enclosed garden, this Highland retreat delivers an authentic Scottish country escape.
The Interior & Living Spaces
Designed to maximize natural light and mountain views, the cozy interior features flexible social rooms and dual log burners for ultimate warmth.
Dual Lounge Spaces & Dining Kitchen
Cosy Main Lounge: A light-filled living room featuring a Smart TV/DVD player and a traditional wood-burning stove for relaxing evenings.
Mountain-View Sunroom: A spacious secondary sitting room featuring panoramic views of the Grampians, framed by a second wood-burning stove—an ideal spot for reading or taking in the scenery.
Open-Plan Country Kitchen & Dining: Fully equipped with an electric oven and hob, fridge/freezer, microwave, and dishwasher, anchored by a large dining table built for group meals.
Ground-Floor Family Bathroom: Includes a deep bath, separate shower cubicle, and WC.
Bedrooms (Ground & First Floor)
Ground-Floor Family Bedroom: Convenient downstairs bedroom featuring a double bed plus an additional single bed.
First-Floor Master Double: A charming upper-level double bedroom with peaceful garden and mountain views.
First-Floor Twin Bedroom: A cozy upper-level twin room with elevated views across the surrounding countryside.
Enclosed Garden, Stargazing & Stone Outbuilding
Fully Enclosed Mature Garden: Features a furnished patio area and BBQ—perfect for outdoor dining, lazy afternoons, and dark-sky stargazing over the mountains.
Stone Utility Room & Gear Storage: A separate outdoor stone outbuilding housing a washing machine, tumble dryer, extra fridge/freezer, plus secure storage for bicycles, hiking gear, and firewood.
Driveway Parking: Ample private off-road parking located directly in front of the cottage.
Explore Royal Deeside, The Cairngorms & Castle Trail
Royal Deeside Villages: Explore nearby Ballater (the “Jewel of the Cairngorms”), the historic village of Aboyne, and Tarland with its scenic local golf course.
River Dee Fishing & Walking: The nearby River Dee is world-renowned for Atlantic salmon and trout fishing, with miles of riverside paths and estate trails.
Castles, Distilleries & Trails: Discover Scotland’s famous Castle Trail (featuring over 300 castles, stately homes, and ruins including Balmoral) or tour local single malt distilleries along the Aberdeenshire whisky route.
Property Overview
Occupancy: Sleeps up to 7 guests across 3 Bedrooms (1 First-Floor Double, 1 First-Floor Twin, 1 Ground-Floor Family room with Double + Single)
Bathrooms: 1 Family Bathroom (Bath, separate shower, WC)
Highlights: 2 wood-burning stoves, mountain-view sunroom, enclosed garden, stone outbuilding with bike/log storage & laundry facilities
Location: Near Aboyne & Ballater, Royal Deeside, Cairngorms National Park, Scotland
Dogs are charged at £20 each per full or part week.
Sleeps 6, Pets Welcome
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