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Riverbank peacefulness at Balmakewan Pod

Reconnect with nature at this unforgettable escape. Balmakewan Pod lets guests unwind on the bank of the North Esk, relax in the hot tub, and enjoy an escape from hectic living. King size bed and additional sofabed allows 2 - 4 guests to stay on the idyllic riverbank in rural Aberdeenshire, yet only half a mile from the A90. Relax, pour a dram, hop in the hot tub and revel in the peace and quiet of our riverbank grass field. Spot fish, birds, and maybe even an otter. Dogs by prior agreement.

The Tower, Thornton Castle

Traditional & relaxed accommodation in the 16th century Scottish tower of our family home. Accessed by a spiral staircase your space comprises 2 bedrooms for 4 people over two floors in a private wing of the castle with bathroom and small sitting room. Full breakfast included. Set in the foothills of the Cairngorm National Park, this is an ideal stop off between Inverness and Edinburgh. Balmoral Castle, Dunnottar Castle, Glamis Castle and St Andrews are nearby. Tennis court available.

Thistle Dhu Cottage: pet friendly cottage & garden

Thistle Dhu Cottage is a self-contained steading/barn annex, decorated in a "rural chic with retro twist" style, located in peaceful countryside. Enclosed garden & private meadow. Great base for exploring Cairngorms, Grampians, east coast beaches & harbours, golf courses, scenic & wildlife photography, astronomy, walking, cycling, or relaxing in your own space. Open-plan Living Room/Dinette/Kitchenette, ONE Bedroom, Shower/Toilet. Pets very welcome. Sorry but not suitable for young children.

Spacious family & dog friendly house with seaview

A spacious house sleeping 6 (1 double, 2 twins) set in a large enclosed garden, with spectacular sea view. In the coastal village of St Cyrus, 5min walk to pub, shop or down cliff path to the golden sands & flowering dunes of St Cyrus National Nature Reserve. Lots of space to make your own; making a feast or relaxing by the stove in the large kitchen, spotting dolphins from the conservatory or watching the moon rise out of the sea after a BBQ. Enclosed garden ideal for families & dogs.

Skylark's Rest: Retreat to a coastal haven

Come and take advantage of our little coastal hideaway, and enjoy a stay in a traditional working Scottish fishing village. We’ll have everything ready for you in our ground floor apartment, all of which is yours during your stay. Gourdon is a peaceful and friendly village, with a pub and fantastic fish restaurant, as well as glorious coastal walks. Venturing out, Gourdon is the perfect base to explore the coasts and mountains, history, castles, food and culture of Aberdeenshire.

Modern studio apartment close to Dunnottar Castle.

Modern, bright and spacious holiday let situated very close to the world famous Dunnottar Castle 🏰. Briggs of Criggie Holiday Let is set in the stunning surroundings of rural Kincardineshire. The picturesque seaside 🌊 town of Stonehaven is 7 minutes by car and Aberdeen is 15 miles North and Dundee is 48miles South. We are committed to Airbnb’s enhanced cleaning protocol so you can be confident that the accommodation is cleaned and sanitised to the very highest standard

Miller's Cottage at Blackhall in the Angus Glens

Set at the foot of the Angus glens, this picturesque, light and airy cottage has a kitchen/sitting room, a bedroom with double bed and a shower room. Ideal for hill walking, cycling, fishing, or anyone wishing to have a quiet break and explore this special location with its many historical attractions. Scottish Short-term Let Licence number AN-01228-F. EPC rating F although this was carried out in 2015 and the property has been significantly upgraded since then.

Balintore Castle Kitchen Wing

The kitchen wing flat at Balintore Castle (1860) was restored in 2019 and has proven very popular. Full self-catering facilities are available. With our new resident chef, meals are available in the restaurant. Contact us for details. Sample menu in photos. If booked-up, alternative accommodation is available in the castle: https://airbnb.co.uk/h/entrance-tower-flat-balintore-castle https://airbnb.co.uk/h/red-bedroom https://airbnb.co.uk/h/purple-bedroom

Nochty Studio |Strathdon |Cairngorms National Park

A place to get away, relax and enjoy the natural surroundings! Nochty Studio is a eco cabin located on the edge of the small village of Bellabeg in the Cairngorm National Park, in close proximity to Ballater, Braemar, Royal Deeside and on the edge of Moray. The Studio is on the east side of Glen Nochty enjoying open views of the Nochty River and the Doune of Invernochty. The village itself is a 5 minute walk away, with a local shop.