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Aberdeen Cottage Ballater, Royal Deeside

Aberdeen Cottage is a charming detached cottage built about 100 years ago of granite from a local quarry. It has been completely refurbished and renovated in 2010. Situated within The Cairngorms National Park and on the eastern outskirts of Ballater, Aberdeen Cottage directly overlooks the River Dee which is literally only yards away.

When you stay in this cottage you will be able to explore the timeless beauty of a refreshingly unique location. Royal Deeside and the Cairngorms appeal to travellers from across the world, all being attracted by the colourful grouse moors, native Scots Pine, highland views and misty blue mountains. The scenery here truly soothes the soul and captures the imagination. The landscape is ideal for walking, cycling and many other outdoor pursuits.

Aberdeen Cottage stands alone and enjoys fabulous views to the front over the River Dee with the Craigs of Pannanich and Coillich beyond, whilst equally uninterrupted views are enjoyed to the rear of Craigendarroch Hill. The cottage sits in the centre of its recently landscaped gardens extending to about a quarter of an acre and has the benefit of a garage and ample further car parking facilities.

The village of Ballater is only a 10 minute walk away, along the old Deeside railway line. Many of the local shops, which are centred around the village green and the Glenmuick Parish Church, enjoy royal patronage (with their Warrants displayed). With an excellent selection of restaurants, shops and small convenience stores you will find everything you need for a self catering holiday in the mountains. There is an excellent local tourist information centre in the original Ballater railway station which has been restored and also houses an exhibition which includes Queen Victoria's waiting room and one of the carriages from her royal train.

The numerous golf courses in the immediate area offer different challenges and all are set in spectacular scenery. Enjoy the castles along Deeside - from the intimate Braemar Castle to Balmoral Castle. There are many others on the Castle Trail in Aberdeenshire owned by the National Trust for Scotland: Craigevar, Crathes, Castle Fraser, Drum, Leith Hall and Fyvie Castle to name but a few! Oh - and don't forget the distilleries - the nearest being The Lochnagar Distillery next to Balmoral.

Accommodation: This charming 100 year old detached granite cottage stands on its own on the eastern outskirts of the village of Ballater. It is set within a quarter acre garden (landscaped in 2010) and provides newly refurbished accommodation for 4 people. Of traditional design, the bright and charming cottage has 2 reception rooms, a well appointed and fully equipped kitchen and a family bathroom all on the ground floor. The wood-burning stove is a great focal point to the sitting-room and is perfect to relax in front of after a day's activities. Upstairs are two comfortable bedrooms, one double and one twin. Complete renovation works have been undertaken to provide a comfortable holiday home in this most idyllic location overlooking the River Dee and enjoying fabulous views to all sides. Outside there is a garage and plenty of parking space. Directions: Aberdeen Cottage is about 1/2 a mile from the village centre on the A93 road to Aboyne. What's included: Heating and lighting are included in the rent and there is an initial supply of logs provided for the wood burning stove. Bed linen and towels are provided. There is a variety of DVDs, books and games provided for guests to use. Cost and availability. Rental periods are Saturday - Saturday. Arrival after 4pm and departing by 10am. Short breaks are welcome. To book this self catering holiday home on the outskirts of Ballater with views over the River Dee, click the enquiry button below and see availability and rental prices.