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

This lovely holiday cottage in the historic village of Kincardine O'Neil offers excellent self-catering accommodation - ideal for a family holiday or a fishing holiday in Deeside. Designated as an Oustanding Conservation Area, Kincardine O'Neil is a small village in the middle of Royal Deeside so a great location to explore the many places and sites of interest in the area - the surrounding scenery is stunning.

Deeside is full of interest. Aberdeenshire's castles are spectacular and Craigievar, Castle Fraser, Fyvie, Drum, and of course Crathes Castle and its world famous gardens are all within easy reach. The spectacular coastline with cliffs and bird sanctuaries (Fowlsheugh), castles (Dunottar), picturesque fishing villages tumbling down hillsides and spectacular beaches are worthy of a visit. For the active there is a myriad of walks from a 15 minute circuit to the river Dee to a day-long hike through the mountains. The Dee is, of course, a world famous salmon river and even if you don't want to fish for them it is fun to sit a while on the beautiful bank and see the salmon jumping while admiring the peace, the wild flowers and the wildlife such as otters, dippers, oyster catchers, duck and deer. Other activities include golf, riding, gliding, cycling, and for those wanting organised action the nearby Deeside Activity Centre is only 3 miles away.

To the west the hills surrounding the Dee get higher and steeper and the scenery ever more spectacular. Drive up to Loch Muick and take a 10-mile hike around the Loch in true highland solitude and understand why this area has been a favourite of our Royal Family for 150 years. The Queen's highland home, Balmoral Castle, is open to visitors from Easter to the end of July and is a 30 minute drive away.

There are shops in Kincardine O'Neil as well as in nearby Banchory, Aboyne and Ballater. Skiing is available at Glenshee and the Lecht, both approximately a 35 mile drive. The Deeside Gliding Club is 7 miles away. Fishing can be arranged on local stocked ponds. You are guaranteed not to be short of things to do and places to explore if you spend a holiday or short break in Deeside!

 

Accommodation:
Bridge Cottage was converted from two tiny cottages. On the ground floor are the kitchen, the living room with a cosy log stove (and sofa bed if required), a small dining room, one bathroom and a twin bedroom with en-suite WC. On the first floor there are two bedrooms. The property has a small garden which is fenced, but isn't dog-proof. The property is often let to salmon fishermen and so is equipped with a rod-box and fishing maps.

Directions:
By Road: Kincardine O'Neil is on A93 between Banchory and Aboyne. Bridge Cottage is the cottage immediately east of the ruined roofless mediaeval kirk which is an obvious landmark. Access is via a short drive and there is adequate parking.

By Air: The nearest airport is at Aberdeen, a 35 minute drive away.

What's included:
All bed linen, towels, full oil central heating, supply of logs.

Cost and availability of cottage
The cottage is rented out year round.

Rental periods are Sunday-Sunday, arrival after 4pm and departure by 10am please. Short breaks available by arrangement Discounts for longer stays.

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