If you’re looking to experience spectacular countryside, impressive coastline and an array of exciting attractions, then these Aberdeenshire cottages are a great choice!
Whether you’re looking to enjoy outdoor activities or to embrace the tranquillity of rural Scotland, there’s an Aberdeenshire cottage perfect for everyone.
Balmoral Castle is arguably the most famous attraction in Aberdeenshire, thanks to its royal connections. Nestled near the village of Crathie, this magnificent estate is the summer holiday home of the royal family, yet it welcomes visitors to tour its impressive grounds or join a private tour with experienced and knowledgeable guides.
Aberdeen Maritime Museum lies in the heart of the city of Aberdeen and offers a unique insight into the region’s history in the fishing and shipbuilding industry, as well as its relationship with the North Sea. From the top floor, there is a spectacular view across the beautiful Aberdeen harbour!
Dunnottar Castle is a medieval fortress in an idyllic location overlooking Aberdeenshire’s rugged coastline. Spread across three acres, these breath-taking ruins are believed to date back to the Early Middle Ages. A tour around Dunnottar Castle is truly an unforgettable experience!
Royal Lochnagar Distillery is the perfect experience for those staying at Aberdeenshire holiday cottages, as no trip to Scotland is complete without a whiskey tasting! With various tours including the essence tour, warehouse tasting and expression tour, there’s plenty to sink your teeth into. With whiskey experts and chances to sample Royal Lochnager’s whiskey, this isn’t an attraction to miss!
Peterhead Prison Museum offers a glimpse into what life was like in ‘Scotland’s toughest jail’ or ‘Scottish Alcatraz’. Join the audio tour to learn more about the prison’s 125-year history through stories from officers and visual exhibits in cells, halls, kitchens, laundry, shower block and even the barber’s shop.
If you’re looking for a holiday with an array of activities, then these Aberdeenshire holiday cottages are perfect for you. With Aberdeenshire cottages near plenty of activities and lining both the coast and countryside, there’s something for everyone to experience and explore. Lovers of the great outdoors will be in their element, as the Cairngorms National Park hosts an array of walking and hiking trails, including the summits of the Cairngorm and Ben Macdui.
Extreme sports enthusiasts are also in luck as the Cairngorms transforms into the ultimate winter wonderland, offering skiing and snowboarding down the picturesque slopes in Aviemore. On the doorstep of coastal holiday cottages in Aberdeenshire are a plethora of watersport opportunities. Take to the North Sea to try your hand at surfing, kayaking and even sailing; the fishing villages of Stonehaven and Portsoy are also great if you're looking to try sea angling!
These self-catering cottages in Aberdeenshire are also ideally placed to immerse yourself in the region’s history, with an abundance of castles and dramatic ruins, there are countless opportunities to step back in time. Venture to Cruden Bay to admire the ruins of Slain Castle, which are thought to be the inspiration for the setting of Dracula and may even be recognisable to fans of the Netflix show, The Crown. Craigiever Castle, Braemar Castle and Balmoral Castle are all also within reach.
Begin your next Scottish adventure today by booking one of these wonderful Aberdeenshire holiday cottages!