Holiday Cottages Aberdeenshire

With its remarkable natural landscape Aberdeenshire is incredibly diverse with rugged coastline and dramatic mountain peaks to explore. The atmospheric towns and cities combine with the remarkable scenery to create truly memorable stays at holiday cottages in Aberdeenshire. Whether you are a nature lover or a city dweller there is guaranteed to be something in this beautiful Scottish county to suit you. With holiday cottages in Aberdeenshire to suit any holiday, there is one waiting just for you.

Self Catering Aberdeenshire

Whether you are a family looking to explore the Scottish coastline or a couple looking for a quiet, romantic break, there is a self catering Aberdeenshire cottage right for you. The Cairngorms National Park is the largest National Park in Britain and covers parts of Aberdeenshire, providing an enchanting skyline of rugged peaks. There are a range of tourist trails throughout the county that explore the landscape, heritage and culture of the region. There is so much to explore when you stay in self catering holiday cottages in Aberdeenshire and you can often save money on your holiday by avoiding escalating hotel bills.

Aberdeenshire Accommodation

The regal Balmoral Castle sits in the county, a favourite of the royals to this day, and is just one of the many highlights. Elsewhere in the historic city of Aberdeen impressive granite structures such as the ancient Marischal College and the citadel at The Castlegate contrast against the city’s long sandy coastline, making for a diverse experience. There is Aberdeenshire accommodation all over the region, ensuring you can have the holiday you desire.

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Aberdeenshire

Situated in the far northeast reaches of Scotland, Aberdeenshire is home to part of the country’s largest national park, a dramatic coastline that juts out into the North Sea, and the country’s third largest city. The mixture of untamed wilderness, rural charm and urban cool offer visitors a wide range of attractions and activities to see and do. One day you could be skiing on the snowy peaks of the Cairngorms mountain range or watching dolphins in the icy waters off the coast. Another day you could be perusing a trendy art gallery in the heart of Aberdeen or admiring a grand stately home nestled in the countryside.

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Places to go in Aberdeenshire

Aberdeenshire’s mountains provide an ideal backdrop for a wide range of outdoor activities and there are few places in the winter that are better than the Cairngorms for skiing. The range is home to three of Scotland's five ski resorts, providing you with a convenient alternative to resorts in Europe and further afield. The mountains are also very popular for hill-walking, birdwatching, climbing, deer stalking and gliding. The range forms part of the Cairngorms National Park. The park’s lower-lying rivers and lochs are great for watersports such as white water rafting and kayaking. The Coastal Trail is one of a number of footpaths in Aberdeenshire that will guide you through the best scenery the county has to offer. Other trails worth exploring are the Castle Trail and the Victorian Trail. One of the most exciting things to do on the coast is go dolphin watching. You’ll find lots of places offering boat tours to see dolphins, seals and whales in their natural environment.

Our Top Picks in Aberdeenshire

We want you to enjoy the best that Aberdeenshire has to offer and so here's a selection of our favourite things to see and do;

Aberdeen’s city beach

There are few cities that can boast of having a sandy beach in the heart of the city, and when you visit one that does you should definitely take some time to check it out ... weather permitting. The beach forms part of the Queens Links, a popular amusement area that includes restaurants, a cinema and amusement park.

Skiing

Scotland's top ski centre, Glenshee, offers a wide range of runs and equipment ready to hire. The centre is one of three located in the Cairngorms mountain range. Scotland’s resorts can open from December through to April and provide some great skiing for all levels of experience and ages.

Castle Trail

Aberdeenshire is home to hundreds of castles or castle ruins of all shapes and sizes. The Castle Trail is the perfect way to get out and see this incredible wealth of history and get a bit of exercise at the same time. The trail will lead you through the heart of the county and take you past 16 unique castles, including the magnificent Balvenie Castle, Braemar Castle and Craigievar Castle.