Mar Lodge, Knockespoch, nr Huntly, Aberdeenshire

Bedrooms: 1 (double + sofa bed). Sleeps: 2 + 2. Huntly/Inverurie/Aberdeen. One well behaved dog welcome. Short breaks 3 nights min.
Nestled on the edge of pretty, private woodland on the 300-acre Knockespoch estate, looking out over rolling fields, Mar Lodge is the perfect retreat for couples. Awake to the sound of birdsong and watch red squirrels and roe deer from your window. Snuggle in front of the fire with a good book or venture out on the castles and whisky trails or for a spot of fishing, skiing or a good walk. Mar Lodge provides everything you need for a very relaxing, comfortable break - also ideal for a Scottish honeymoon!

Honey Cottage, Nr Aboyne/Ballater, Aberdeenshire.

Bedrooms: 2 - 1 double, 1 single. Sleeps: 3. Short breaks available. Pets welcome.
Honey Cottage is located in the quiet village of Dinnet, in the very heart of Royal Deeside. Offering clean and cosy accommodation, this is the ideal place to base yourselves for your self catering holiday in one of Scotland's most lovely and diverse areas. With something for everyone on the doorstep, Deeside is the perfect holiday destination regardless of your interests. Sporting activities can be found around every corner, unique arts and crafts are available in every town and village, castles (including the famous Balmoral), whisky, mountains, wildlife …. Come and see for yourselves!

Garden Cottage, Finzean, Deeside, Aberdeenshire

Bedrooms: 2 - 1 double, 1 twin. Sleeps: 4. Aboyne/Banchory. Pets welcome under strict control.
This gorgeous cottage is situated on Finzean Estate in the heart of Royal Deeside - from the doorstep you can walk through the woodlands and heather-clad hills. The interior is beautifully designed and it's equipped with everything you might need for a perfect holiday. Nearby there are lots of castles to visit, golf courses, pony-trekking, distilleries and fishing - this is a wonderful part of Scotland for a holiday.

Gannet Cottage, Gardenstown, Aberdeenshire.

Bedrooms: 2 - 1 double, 1 twin. Sleeps: 4. Short breaks welcome. No pets.
Ganett Cottage is a delightful holiday cottage by the sea - you can hear the waves lapping! It is an original 19th century fisherman's cottage and has been sensitively restored and retains a great charm. It also has modern conveniences as well as a log fire. The area has lots to offer holiday-makers - fabulous beaches, golf courses, bird-watching, fishing, walking, distilleries to name but a few. This is a really lovely cottage by the sea for a Scottish holiday.

Craiglarach Cottage, Birse, Aboyne, Aberdeenshire

Bedrooms: 2 - 1 twin, 1 double. Sleeps: 4. Aboyne. Dog welcome by arrangement. Short breaks welcome.
Craiglarach cottage is a comfortable 19th century detached holdiay cottage in a secluded rural setting - but not remote, less than a mile from the centre of Aboyne village. There are great views across fields, and it is only a short walk to the River Dee. Awarded '4 star' rating for self-catering by visit Scotland - you will find every convenience catered for.

Little Dolphins, Gardenstown, Aberdeenshire.

Bedrooms: 2 - 1 double, 1 single. Sleeps: 3. Moray Firth. Short breaks welcome. Dogs welcome.
Little Dolphins is a charming and comfortable cottage apartment in Gardenstown, a picturesque fishing village on the magnificent Moray Firth in Aberdeenshire. It provides the perfect ‘bolt hole’ for a cosy and complete getaway, two minutes from the sea. Gardenstown is an excellent base for a Scottish holiday with plenty of character and atmosphere, offering beach and cliff walking, spectacular wildlife, restaurants, access to fine golf courses, the whisky trail and to the whole north east of Scotland.

Blackthorn, Aboyne, Aberdeenshire

Bedrooms: 2 (1 king sized double, 1 twin + fold down bed). Sleeps: 4/5. Aboyne. Sorry, no pets. Short breaks available in low season months.
Blackthorn is newly built to a unique architectural design and was completed in April 2007. It has been finished to the highest standard with all furnishing and fittings specially selected to compliment this spacious self catering holiday accommodation. Situated in Royal Deeside just 1.5 miles from "the oldest village in Deeside", Kincardine O'Neil, and 8 miles from the Cairngorms National Park. There is a huge range of activities and attractions in the area including fishing, golf, walking, skiing, gliding, canoeing and bird watching. Must do visits include Balmoral Castle, several distilleries and the Deeside Activity Park.

Bridge Cottage, Kincardine O'Neil, by Aboyne, Aberdeenshire.

Bedrooms: 3 - 1 double/twin, 2 twin, 1 sofa bed. Sleeps: 6/8. Short breaks available. Pets welcome.
Bridge Cottage is a delightful holiday cottage on Royal Deeside in the village of Kincardine O'Neil. It has been sympathetically converted to provide comfortable accommodation over two floors. Royal Deeside is a fascinating and varied area to explore and has lots to offer holiday-makers - golf courses, bird-watching, walking, castles and distilleries to mention a few. The property is also perfect for a Scottish fishing holiday with the River Dee closeby.
Rent £415 per week

The Old School, Arbuthnott, Laurencekirk, Kincardineshire

Bedrooms: 3 - 2 twin bedrooms, 1 double. Sleeps: 6. Laurencekirk. Pets welcome.
3 superbly appointed and tastefully decorated holiday cottages, with privacy and unique outlooks have been converted from the old school on the Arbuthnott estate near Laurencekirk in Deeside. Arbuthnott House is open to the public and if you are renting one of the estate holiday houses you can enjoy the gorgeous gardens that surround the house. Awarded '4 star' rating for self-catering by visit Scotland - you will find every convenience catered for.

Garden Cottage, Boyndie, Banff, Aberdeenshire.

Bedrooms: 3 - 1 double, 2 twin. Sleeps: 6. Short breaks for 2. Pets welcome.
Garden Cottage is a gorgeous holiday cottage set in a beautiful countryside near the sea. The cottage has a wood burning stove, wooden floors and plenty of character - it has a stunning garden, which is great for children to play in, and is close to many sandy beaches. You can buy fabulous seafood straight from the boats in the nearby harbours.

Tigh-na-Croabh, Ballater, Deeside, Aberdeenshire

Bedrooms: 3. Sleeps: 5. Ballater. One dog allowed. Short breaks available.
This bright and sunny detached three bedroom house is on the outskirts of the village of Ballater in the heart of Royal Deeside. It has superb views towards Lochnagar and there is a wealth of things to do and explore on your doorstep. The Cairngorm National Park awaits you! Nearer to your holiday home, the house has a large, secure garden for children and dog. A 10 minute walk along footpaths brings you into the centre of Ballater where there are good pubs and restaurants and also shops and a very good butcher – By Royal Appointment! Nearby there are many castles to visits, golf courses to play, distilleries to visit and fishing is available locally – truly a wonderful part of Scotland for a holiday.

Aspenholm, Crathie, Royal Deeside, Aberdeenshire

Bedrooms: 3 (2 double, 1 bunk room, double sofa bed). Sleeps: 6/8. Ballater 8 miles. Pets by arrangement. Short breaks available.
Situated in the heart of Royal Deeside, Aspenholm makes an ideal holiday location, with the Balmoral Estate and Crathie Church visible from the property. There are many golf courses within a short drive, hill walking, mountain biking, skiing at Glenshee and the Lecht, and with the garden leading down to the River Dee, fishing is a must. For the less energetic, nearby Ballater and Braemar offer shops, restaurants and bars. The Royal Lochnagar Distillery is just five minutes walk from the house! Seasonal highlights include the Braemar Gathering.

Dalbrack, Ballater, Aberdeenshire

Bedrooms: 3 - 1 double, 2 twin beded rooms. + Additional double bedroom on request. Sleeps: 6/8. Ballater. No Pets.
A well equipped traditional Scottish period house for holiday rental within the Cairngorm National Park, situated on the edge of the conservation area of Ballater. Many rooms have superb uninterrupted views over Ballater golf course to the mountains of the Balmoral Estate. The house is on the edge of Ballater golf course and within easy reach of many others, site seeing trips to Balmoral and Braemar Castles make for a great day out

Craig Vallich Cottage, Ballater, Royal Deeside, Scotland.

Bedrooms: 4 - 1 double, 2 twins, 1 single. Sleeps: 7/8. Short breaks available. Pets welcome.
This is a newly built modern cottage style property in the heart of the beautiful village of Ballater in Royal Deeside, Scotland. It is located within walking distance (approx 300) yards from the 18 hole golf course, bowling green and tennis courts, river and approx 400 yards from the centre of the village. Pubs, quaint shops and restaurants. Balmoral castle nearby. Trout fishery nearby. Salmon fishing on river. Perfect for walkers, runners, cyclists (disused railway line stretching out flanking the river to next village of Dinnet.) Tearooms providing High Teas. Golfers Ballater, Aboyne and Banchory. Highland Games in Ballater and Aboyne in August and Braemar Gathering in September. all nearby.
Rent £500 per week