Aberdeen City and Shire Accommodation Guide

Where to Stay 2012

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Aberdeen City and Shire Discover a land where majestic landscapes meet the sea and the flourishing Granite City boasts beautiful architecture and cultural gems. Adored by the Royal Family, Aberdeen City and Shire is a region with a maritime heritage which offers lively events and a selection of thrilling activities.

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Travel tips From city to coast History & heritage What to see & do Active adventures Scotland’s natural larder What’s on Quality Assurance VisitScotland Information Centres How to read the listings

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Cover The picturesque village of Gardenstown on the Banffshire coast.

01 Stunning views across the ‘Granite City’ of Aberdeen.

02 Quad biking at Howie Irvine Deeside Activity Park.

03 The Maritime Museum, Shiprow, in the centre of the city.

04 Horse riding at Glen Tanar Estate, near Aboyne.

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Travel tips Aberdeen City and Shire has fantastic transport links with the rest of the UK and Europe. Whether flying, taking the train, catching the ferry or driving, reaching the region is straightforward.

By road Should you be driving north there is the choice of the main A90 dual carriageway or the A92 nearer the coastline. Another option, which is spectacular as it passes through the Cairngorms National Park, is to wind your way north from Perth to Blairgowrie on the A93 and head over the Cairnwell Pass – at 2,200 ft the highest public road in Britain – before sweeping down into Royal Deeside.

For inspiring views of historic Kincardineshire, look back from the summit of the B794 Cairn O’Mount between Fettercairn and Banchory in the south of the region.

Coming from Inverness, the quickest route to Aberdeen is the A96. A more scenic alternative would be the Highland Tourist Route which takes you through Speyside, passing many of Scotland’s most famous malt whisky distilleries.

By bus Why not let someone else drive? Express coach links from all major cities in the UK service the area. There is also a good network of local bus services in Aberdeen City and Shire.

For more information go to www.citylink.co.uk, www.megabus.com, www.stagecoachbus.com and www.nationalexpress.com.

By rail If you happen to be travelling by train then there are hourly services north from both Glasgow and Edinburgh with either journey taking around two-and-a-half hours around the scenic East Coast line. There are also frequent trains to Aberdeen from Inverness, a trip that takes little more than two hours. You can also catch the train to Aberdeen from London and other cities in England. Why not board the Caledonian Sleeper in London and wake up in Aberdeen?

For more information go to www.scotrail.co.uk or www.nationalrail.co.uk.

By ferry If you are travelling to Aberdeen by ferry you will enjoy one of the best views of the city.

Aberdeen Harbour is one of the busiest ports in Britain and is in the heart of the city centre.

There are scheduled ferry routes from both Orkney and Shetland to Aberdeen, both run by Northlink Ferries www.northlinkferries.co.uk.

By air Aberdeen Airport is one of the busiest airports in Scotland and serves three million passengers each year – www.aberdeenairport.com.

There are scheduled flights to and from more than 30 regional UK airports and international cities, involving around 20 different airlines.

Each day there are dozens of flights between London and Aberdeen with flight times standing at just over one hour. You can also fly in from European cities such as Amsterdam, Paris, Copenhagen and Norway.

Where to find out more Find all you want to do in Aberdeen City and Shire, in one place. At a VisitScotland Information Centre we’ll tell you everything there is to see and do and help with everything else you’ll need for your visit. Our friendly experts can offer advice and inspiration on all things local as well as sharing their wider knowledge of Scotland.

We can also arrange your accommodation and travel needs, as well as book tickets for events across Scotland. So, to get the most out of your visit, there is only one place to go.

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01 Striking Marischal College in the centre of Aberdeen.

02 Signage for tourist routes through Royal Deeside.

03 Make use of excellent public transport whilst in Aberdeen.

04 On the Gairnshiel Lodge to Crathie road.

05 Commuters check train times at Aberdeen Railway Station.

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From city to coast

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A thriving city combines with rolling countryside and beautiful coastline to offer visitors to Aberdeen City and Shire great variety. Royal connections abound while there are castles to admire, a National Park to explore, and exciting entertainment on offer in theatres and bars. Enjoy a day sampling one of the region’s many whiskies or play a round on one of the exquisite golf courses.

The Granite City The city of Aberdeen sweeps towards the sea and is defined by a curved beach, popular with surfers and walkers, as well as iconic granite architecture which sparkles in the sunshine. Historic buildings are everywhere from the impressive turreted Town House on Union Street to the beautiful Marischal College and Museum, which recently underwent a £68 million renovation to become the new council corporate headquarters.

The beautiful squares and gardens add the perfect backdrop to this amazing city, lovely green spaces where you can take some time out from the bustle of the city centre. Duthie Park was opened to the public in 1883 after being donated to Aberdeen by Miss Duthie several years before. Fountains, ponds and statues adorn this space while the Winter Gardens house exotic plants. Johnston Gardens is also popular, a charming retreat boasting a rustic bridge and a large rockery.

If you prefer something a little more lively, Aberdeen’s nightlife is fantastic with churches converted into impressive bars and nightclubs and plenty of restaurants serving both local and world cuisine – many of which have been recognised for their outstanding dishes by the EatScotland

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quality assurance scheme. Entertainment can be enjoyed at His Majesty’s Theatre, The Lemon Tree and the Music Hall where popular shows and live music are available throughout the year, from opera and ballet to rock concerts.

Those looking to hit the shops need look no further than Union Square where you will find high street stores as well as a selection of eateries and a cinema. Bon Accord is another excellent centre offering great fashion stores in the heart of the city while the West End boasts unique boutiques and designer shops for those one-off purchases.

Aberdeenshire Whether your interest is castles, a rich Victorian heritage or beautiful coastal scenery, experience Aberdeenshire at its best. Royal Deeside and the Cairngorms National Park lie outside of the city while there are many beautiful coastal towns and villages stretching from the south, right round to the far north.

Balmoral Castle is a must-see attraction, set against the towering peak of Lochnagar. Built by Queen Victoria, the castle has been a favoured holiday destination for the Royal Family since the

Arrive by boat into the city port to catch your first glimpse of the magnificent collection of spires and sparkling granite architecture, standing out against the skyline.

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Stand on the bridge which forms part of Union Street above Union Terrace Gardens for a wonderful view across beautiful old elm trees and the dome of His Majesty’s Theatre.

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Stroll along the beach esplanade to see miles of golden sands stretching into the distance.

mid 19th century. Across the region, you’ll find a number of whisky distilleries including Royal Lochnagar, which was awarded the Royal seal of approval in 1848.

Ballater is a Victorian town within the Cairngorms National Park where you can continue the royal theme with a trip to the Old Royal Station – which Queen Victoria used when travelling to Scotland, in this the year of the Diamond Jubilee. Close by, the village of Braemar is great for outdoor activities and even boasts its own Highland games in September, which is always attended by a member of the Royal Family.

The unspoilt landscapes of Royal Deeside are perfect for walking on the hills or mountain biking along forest trails. Wildlife abounds throughout the region and you should keep your eyes peeled in Glen Tanar National Nature Reserve for native pinewoods, capercaillies, grouse and goshawks.

Explore Kincardine and the Mearns to discover one of Scotland’s oldest distilleries at Fettercairn, wildlife at the St Cyrus National Nature Reserve and the beautiful town of Stonehaven with its open-air swimming pool.

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01 Union Terrace Gardens with His Majesty’s Theatre in the background, Aberdeen.

02 The coastal fishing village of Gourdon, Aberdeenshire.

03 The Old Royal Station, Ballater.

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The Winter Gardens at Duthie Park feature the largest collection of cacti in Britain.

Balmoral Estate hosts an event called Run Balmoral in April where families and runners come together in this beautiful setting with views of Balmoral Castle.

Marischal College and Museum is one of the largest granite buildings in the world, housing everything from Egyptian and classical antiquities to Scottish prehistory.

The Banffshire coast is known as ‘Scotland’s Dolphin Coast’ as it is a great place to spot dolphins and porpoises, puffins, gannets and the occasional whale.

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History & heritage

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Excellent museums, historic sites, stone circles, stunning cathedrals, universities and ancient castles tell the fascinating story of Aberdeen City and Shire’s glorious past.

Get a sense of this history all around the region from the maritime heritage to the beautiful buildings and an informative range of exhibitions. This is a land forged by its people – proud and traditional, enterprising and inventive but also warm and welcoming.

Be sure to discover it for yourself.

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The Braemar Gathering has been held for around 900 years, since the days of King Malcolm Canmore.

The city of Aberdeen has won Britain in Bloom a record 11 times.

Union Bridge in the centre of Aberdeen is the largest single-span granite arch in the world.

The University of Aberdeen has produced three Nobel prize winners and shared a fourth.

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Close to the harbour, Aberdeen Maritime Museum is an award-winning attraction offering visitors free entry. The unique collection allows you to explore the city’s connections with the sea and this is the only place in the UK where you can view displays about the North Sea oil and gas industries which have been integral to the growth of Aberdeen.

At the heart of the city, Provost Skene’s House is another great free attraction presenting a fascinating window to the past. Dating from 1545, a series of period rooms have been carefully furnished to show the changing fashions and tastes from the 17th to the 19th century. The Tolbooth, another of Aberdeen’s oldest buildings, is a well-preserved example of a 17th century Scottish jail.

One of the most celebrated regiments of the British Army can be uncovered at the Gordon Highlanders Museum. Examine the dramatic 200 year history through uniforms, medals, weapons, art and a huge archive of papers and diaries.

You can see 12 Victoria Crosses as well as a host of other medals.

Scotland’s third oldest university, the University of Aberdeen, was founded in 1495 and is architecturally striking. A stunning combination of medieval and Renaissance craftsmanship, King’s College is an integral part of this, while 2012 will see the opening of a new library incorporating both media and technology and offering public spaces, exhibtions and events.

Close by is St Machar’s Cathedral, the oldest granite cathedral in the world.

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The Year of Creative Scotland is a great time to visit iconic artworks and Aberdeen Art Gallery is an attractive late 19th century building with an elegant marble lined interior. Housing one of the most important collections in the country, works range from Raeburn, Hogarth and Ramsey to Monet and Damien Hirst and there are also costume, furniture and ceramic exhibits, to name just a few. The coast south of Aberdeen has attracted many great Scottish artists over the years, and you can see their interpretations of this beautiful shoreline in the gallery. For further information on the Year of Creative Scotland visit www.visitscotland.com/surprisecreative.

North of Aberdeen in Peterhead, the Arbuthnott Museum is highly recommended as one of Aberdeenshire’s oldest museums. Discover the maritime history of the area and the development of the fishing boats in a range of exhibitions and photography displays which show how the town once looked. The museum reveals Peterhead’s past with an important collection of Inuit artefacts and has fascinating Arctic animals, information on whaling and one of northern Scotland’s largest coin collections.

The Aberdeenshire landscape provides evidence of the people who inhabited this region centuries ago. An impressive range of stone circles and carved Pictish symbol stones are scattered throughout. Visit the mysterious Kinord Cross, near Aboyne, a kite-shaped stone from the Pictish period that is ornately decorated with interlacing knots and rings. Shrouded in mystery, Sunhoney is a stone circle which stands on the shoulder of a hill near Echt, surrounded by a ring of ancient trees.

“Aberdeen is a stunning coastal city with a rich and well preserved architectural heritage. The dramatic granite-clad public buildings and planned streets of the city centre and West End contrast with the leafy, medieval ambience of Old Aberdeen. Its variety makes it a fascinating place to visit.”

Douglas Campbell, Aberdeen City Heritage Trust

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01 Provost Skene’s House in the centre of Aberdeen.

02 Tolquhon Castle, Pitmedden can be found on Scotland’s Castle Trail.

03 Visitors experience the Gordon Highlanders Museum.

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What to see & do

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Follow the Castle and Coastal Trails for a glimpse of what makes Aberdeen City and Shire so very special. Featuring everything from smugglers’ caves to 19th century lighthouses, discover an epic coastline which boasts more castles per acre than anywhere else in the UK.

Scotland’s Castle Trail Explore striking cliff-top ruins and imposing fortresses, walk in spectacular castle grounds and hear tales of gruesome battles along the Castle Trail. Each is unique and with a total of 16 castles to choose from, you really are spoilt for choice.

Crathes Castle is a firm favourite with families, offering regular children’s events and quizzes as well as an adventure playground and special trails. In the summer, the painted ceilings are illuminated while during the winter months, it is easy to imagine yourself transported back to a time when oil lamps and candles lit the interiors.

The fairytale exterior can be appreciated from the grounds where ancient yew hedges frame the upper sections of the garden.

Head to Fyvie and explore a castle said to be haunted with legends and folklore stretching across 800 years. Stunning Edwardian interiors are truly wonderful and you can visit a collection of arms, armour and paintings as well as the racquets court and bowling alley.

Tolquhon is also on the trail, noted for its highly ornamented gatehouse which was built to impress rather than deter enemies. In the laird’s

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The cliffs at St Cyrus National Nature Reserve are mainly volcanic rocks, formed around 400 million years ago.

There is a third trail in Aberdeen City and Shire – the Victorian Heritage Trail – where you can follow signs featuring a picture of Queen Victoria’s head, leading you to spots that she enjoyed as well as Fettercairn and Royal Lochnagar distilleries.

Kinnaird Head was formerly a castle, home to the Frasers, before it was modified in 1787 to become the first manned lighthouse on Scotland’s mainland.

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“For many visitors, Crathes, in Royal Deeside, has it all – a stunning castle, beautiful gardens and an extensive estate to explore. But that’s just one of the Trust’s castles in the area and they are all different. Follow the Castle Trail throughout Aberdeenshire and be prepared for impressive architecture and artworks, colourful gardens, wildlife watching and, of course, some great homebaking!”

Ian Gardner, National Trust for Scotland

bedchamber you can discover a secret hiding place, a hidden compartment where Sir William Forbes, 7th Lord of Tolquhon, hid his valuables.

Make sure you take some time to explore Dunnottar, an east coast landmark sitting on a rocky outcrop a couple of miles south of Stonehaven, where you can also enjoy a spectacular cliff-top walk.

Download a copy of the Scotland’s Castle Trail leaflet by visiting www.visitscotland.com/ castletrail.

Coastal Trail Drive the established Coastal Trail at your leisure, taking in 165 miles of cliffs, coves and beaches and stop off at the picturesque towns and several fantastic nature reserves. Teeming with wildlife, keep your eyes peeled for bottlenose dolphins, seals and porpoises as well as a host of seabirds including puffins.

You can begin or end your journey at St Cyrus National Nature Reserve, which is awash with colour during the summer months and a great place to see fascinating birds in spring and autumn. See countless butterflies and moths,

enjoy enormous sand dunes and spot peregrine falcons circling high overhead.

Several lighthouses adorn the east coast while you can visit Fraserburgh to learn more at the Museum of Scottish Lighthouses. Climb to the top of Kinnaird Head, the first ever lighthouse built on the Scottish mainland, and enjoy a selection of exhibits such as social history artefacts, a collection of glass lenses and interactive displays.

Rattray Head is another of the shining beacons visible on this route.

Stop at charming fishing villages like Portsoy, which is home to the Scottish Traditional Boat Festival in summer, where both historic and larger vessels are on show. This was one of the earliest ports to be established in the region and it boasts a number of buildings dating back as far as the 1600s. Stonehaven, Crovie and Sandend are also excellent stops along the trail, each offering its own character and charm.

01 Fyvie Castle, north of Oldmeldrum, dates from the 13th century.

02 The beach at St Cyrus National Nature Reserve.

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Drum Castle – make sure you explore the beautiful garden of historic roses and the woodland trail.

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Castle Fraser – a grand Scottish baronial tower house with a beautiful 18th century walled garden.

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Duff House – designed

by William Adam, the house is considered an architectural masterpiece.

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Spynie Palace – the mighty tower house, David’s Tower, is one of the largest in Scotland.

5. Balvenie Castle – one of the oldest stone castles in Scotland, Balvenie has a striking curtain wall.

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Active adventures From snowboarding in the city to surfing along the coast and hiking through the UK’s largest National Park, tackle exciting activities in Aberdeen City and Shire. Golfers have the opportunity to play on more than 50 outstanding courses, fishermen will love the world-famous rivers and thrill-seekers can find a host of adventures to get the heart racing.

01 Mountain biking at Pitfichie, Aberdeenshire.

02 The links at Cruden Bay – quite simply a golfing masterpiece.

03 Enjoying the trails in Tyrebagger forest, north west of Aberdeen.

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Follow the short coastal path from Collieston to Slains Castle – the reputed inspiration of Bram Stoker’s Dracula.

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Take some time to explore the burgh of Portsoy before following the circular path to Findlater Castle past fishing cottages and whisky bonding warehouses.

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The Cairngorms National Park is a paradise for hillwalkers – climb the towering peak of Lochnagar from Glen Muick for magnificent views.

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Walk the Gordon Way Trail from the Bennachie Centre to Suie to enjoy stunning views across Deeside and Lochnagar.

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The Forestry Commission has developed a number of successful sculpture trails throughout the UK which inspired them to create a similar concept at Tyrebagger forest.

The Lecht Ski Centre boasts a great facility for beginners called the Magic Carpet, a tow which skiers stand on to be transported to the top of the nursery area.

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Jack Nicklaus is set to design a new golf course in Aberdeenshire, at Ury House near Stonehaven, as part of a £40 million luxury leisure development.

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Forests are great for some low-level walking beneath a canopy of trees where wildlife is also abundant. At Tyrebagger you can choose between two circular walks which link up with longer routes if you are looking for something more strenuous. Douglas firs tower above the ferns and wood sorrel while you can discover unusual sculptures by varying artists, including Angel, mounted on a tree trunk, and Stepping Stones, a unique bridge connecting the wood to nearby Elrick Hill. Bennachie is a hill with several tops that can be seen for miles around, a favourite with the locals and well worth climbing.

Prestigious golf is on offer at courses such as Royal Aberdeen, the sixth oldest in the world, where you can test your skills within a natural ecosystem which boasts rolling fairways and rich turf. Cruden Bay is another popular option, an old fashioned links course commissioned by the Great North of Scotland Railway Company. In 2012, the much heralded American billionaire Donald Trump’s golf course development on the Menie Estate is due to open.

In the city of Aberdeen itself, Transition Extreme is a centre with facilities for climbing, skateboarding and even BMXing where novices can get tuition from the experts. The challenging layout will also test the skills of those with more experience.

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If you fancy skiing, snowboarding or tubing, look no further than the Aberdeen Snowsports Centre where you can have fun on the slopes all year round. This is also Scotland’s first outdoor ski slope to have an airbag so that enthusiasts can perform tricks before landing safely. Winter sports are available at The Lecht and Glenshee ski centres, both around an hour and a half outside Aberdeen. Enjoy the beautiful mountain landscapes, covered in a blanket of white or take advantage of the cross-country skiing which is available at Britain’s only purpose-built, allweather facility in Huntly.

Banff and Fraserburgh boast some of the best conditions in the country for surfing, windsurfing, power kiting and kite surfing. Waves crash in from the North Sea and the beaches are huge and quiet meaning you can spend all the time you want in the water before relaxing on golden sands.

Canoes and kayaks are great for a spot of gentler exercise so why not enjoy the River Dee where tributaries help to keep a good flow even in the summer?

Fishing is another favoured pastime here and the Dee is internationally renowned for its spring Atlantic salmon fishing, while also offering sea trout. The Don and the Deveron are among other rivers in the region that offer rich rewards for keen fishers and anglers.

“Situated in a beautiful glen at the heart of Royal Deeside and within the spectacular Cairngorms National Park, Glen Tanar Estate offers some of Scotland’s most stunning scenery and is a great place for walking.”

Robyn McPherson, Glen Tanar Estate

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Scotland’s natural larder Lush farmland nurtures a range of wonderful produce, fresh fish comes from the fast flowing rivers and nearby sea, while quality lamb, venison and beef are all available in Aberdeen City and Shire.

It is no surprise that this region is regarded as Scotland’s natural larder and you can sample the delightful variety at restaurants and cafés or simply visit a farmers’ market.

Between spring and late autumn, salmon fishing in the rivers is plentiful and quality smokehouses use this and trout to produce unique and distinctive flavours. Much of what is brought ashore ends up on the menus at restaurants the very same day. Some of the finest seafood in the world is caught off the east coast and Peterhead is the UK’s leading white fish port where the catch is landed most of the year. Indulge in lobster, crab, lemon sole and mackerel or enjoy the milder taste of cod.

Helen Dean first created her traditional shortbread for friends and family in 1975 and it wasn’t long before her fame spread far and wide. You can find another well-known brand – Mackie’s of Scotland – in Aberdeen City and Shire. Luxury ice cream is made using milk and cream from the cows on the dairy farm.

Aberdeen Angus beef is well worth seeking out, offering a delicious flavour and texture renowned throughout the world, while the rowie is a local delicacy. Those with a sweet tooth can enjoy shortbread, a fine accompaniment to a cup of tea, produced locally by Dean’s of Huntly.

There is nothing quite like a dram of whisky to wash down a hearty meal. Why not tour historic distilleries to really get a taste of the region?

Royal Lochnagar is located beside Balmoral Castle and was awarded its Royal prefix following a visit and tasting by Queen Victoria and Prince Albert. Here the malt is fruity with hints of pine.

At GlenDronach Distillery near Huntly you can take a guided tour to learn more about the richly sherried single malts from the malting floor to final product.

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Handcrafted beers are also on offer in Aberdeen City and Shire and you can enjoy flavoursome options like Macbeth, a golden ale created at the Deeside Brewery.

Foodie events are well worth considering when you book your stay. Taste of Grampian is a oneday extravaganza in June, showcasing local producers from around the north east of Scotland who let you sample a range of flavours.

Farmers’ markets are another excellent place to meet the stallholders and purchase everything from creamy cheeses to delectable fresh fruit and vegetables. Make sure you take full advantage at towns including Banchory, Ellon, Inverurie and Stonehaven as well as the city of Aberdeen Country Fair, one of the biggest in the country.

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Did you know?

Mackie’s of Scotland are not only famed for their ice cream but also for awardwinning potato crisps, working with Taypack in Perthshire who grow the potatoes.

Dean’s of Huntly still produce their shortbread to Helen Dean’s original recipe and they are also now selling oat cookies and shortbread in the United States.

Cullen Skink, a sumptuous smoked haddock and potato soup, comes from the town of Cullen, right near the border of Aberdeenshire.

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“The Tolbooth is renowned for its innovative seafood menu. The blackboard features the daily catch with freshly caught langoustines, lobster and crab.”

Eddie Abbott, owner, the Tolbooth Seafood Restaurant

01 Fresh produce on display at the two day Turriff Show, Aberdeenshire.

02 The Cellar Café at Provost Skene’s House, Aberdeen city centre.

03 Enjoy the best local produce at the Milton Restaurant, Milton of Crathes.

04 Afternoon tea at the Deeside Activity Park, near Aboyne.

05 Diners eat al fresco at the Albyn Bar & Restaurant.

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People of all ages can enjoy a range of events and entertainment in Aberdeen City and Shire throughout the year. Celebrate music and literature in the Year of Creative Scotland, see amazing boats and toast the New Year in style.

Stonehaven’s ancient fireball festival allows you to raise a glass with the locals and enjoy a spectacular parade up and down the street at midnight. Great fireballs are swung before being thrown into the harbour, just before the old Town House bell strikes midnight.

Aberdeen Winter Festival is a magical occasion where you can watch as the Christmas lights are switched on, listen to carols, follow winter trails and enjoy traditional street markets.

In May, the University of Aberdeen holds a writers’ festival – WORD – one of the most exciting literary events in the country. Thousands flock to King’s College and other venues including the Lemon Tree for author readings, films and live music. From Margaret Atwood to Alasdair Gray, many famous faces have made an appearance and 2012 looks set to be another great event.

During the summer months Highland games take place throughout the region as towns celebrate Scotland’s heritage. Boasting everything from caber tossing to piping, Highland dance displays and other traditional events, these are a cultural feast. Members of the Royal Family usually attend the acclaimed Braemar Gathering in September.

The Scottish Traditional Boat Festival in Portsoy is an iconic occasion and one which has been running for almost 20 years. Traditional boats gather in the historic town harbour in July and there is an emphasis on sailing, restoration and boat building. Food and other crafts make for a full experience of north east Scotland’s heritage and culture.

Aberdeen International Youth Festival in August will celebrate its 40th anniversary in 2012, having established a reputation as one of the leading youth arts events in the world.

Key Map Reference (See map on page 56) Family Food & Drink Great Outdoors Highland Games Local Shows & Galas Music, Arts & Culture Sports

March TBC Dine on Deeside Various venues in Deeside www.discoverroyaldeeside.com

April 28 Torcher Parade City centre, Aberdeen www.ausa.org.uk/torcher

28 - 29 RunBalmoral Balmoral Castle www.runbalmoral.com

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May 20 City of Aberdeen 10k & Fun Run

01 A pipe band marches through Braemar.

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Beach Boulevard, Aberdeen www.sportaberdeen.co.uk

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28 Aberdeen’s Tartan Day

2 Taste of Grampian

Union Street, Aberdeen www.aberdeenssummer festival.com

Thainstone Centre, Inverurie www.tasteofgrampian.co.uk

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8 - 10 TMSA Keith Festival Various venues in Keith www.keithfestival.co.uk

11 Olympic Torch Relay Union and Castle Street, Aberdeen www.aberdeencity.gov.uk

15 - 16 Scottish Caravan & Camping Show 2012 Thainstone Centre, Inverurie www.caravancampingshow.com

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17 Aberdeen’s Highland Games Hazlehead Park, Aberdeen www.aberdeencity.gov.uk/ highlandgames

22 - 24 Scottish Traditional Boat Festival Portsoy www.scottishtraditional boatfestival.org.uk

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King George V Park, Banchory www.banchoryshow.co.uk

9 Ballater Highland Games Monaltrie Park, Ballater www.ballaterhighlandgames.com

Old Rayne www.oldrayne.org.uk

Bellabeg Park, Bellabeg, Strathdon www.lonach.org

15 Stonehaven Highland Games

28 Banchory Show

The Showfield, The Haughs, Turriff www.turriffshow.org

25 Lonach Highland Gathering & Games

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Westburn Park, Aberdeen www.aberdeencity.gov.uk/sports

5-6 Turriff Show

18 Lourin Fair

L8 Various venues in Aberdeen www.aberdeenssummerfestival.com

15 - 21 Aberdeen’s Bowling Tournament

5 Ballater Book Fair Victoria Hall, Ballater www.pbfa.org

30 Aberdeen Armed Forces Day

Glenury and Mineralwell Parks, Stonehaven www.beehive.thisisnorth scotland.co.uk

The Village Green, Charleston Road, Aboyne www.aboynegames.com

Various venues in Ballater www.ballatervictoriaweek.co.uk J6

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24 - 29 Royal Deeside Larder Venison Festival L8

Various venues in Deeside www.discoverroyaldeeside.com

25 - 28 Crathes Castle Ghost Tours

4 Aboyne Highland Games

4 - 12 Ballater Victoria Week

16 Oldmeldrum Sports & Highland Games The Pleasure Park, Park Crescent, Oldmeldrum www.oldmeldrumsports.co.uk

1 - 11 Aberdeen International Youth Festival Various venues in Aberdeen www.aiyf.org

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Hilton Treetops Hotel, Aberdeen www.pbfa.org

October

August

2 Cornhill Highland Games Cornhill Playing Field, Mid Street, Cornhill

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29 - 30 Aberdeen Book Fair

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Crathes Castle, Banchory www.nts.org.uk/events

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5 Aberdeen’s Fireworks Night Aberdeen beach www.aberdeenswinterfestival.com

18 Aberdeen’s Winter Festival Christmas Lights Switch-on Union Street, Aberdeen www.aberdeenswinterfestival.com

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TBC WildHearts Aberdeen Santa Run Pittodrie Stadium, Aberdeen www.wildheartsinaction.org

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2 Santa and his Reindeer Parade E7

Castlegate to Union Street (Trinity Shopping Centre), Aberdeen www.aberdeenswinterfestival.com

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22 Aberdeen’s Carol Concerts Duthie Park Winter Gardens, Aberdeen www.aberdeenswinterfestival.com

26 Aberdeen Highland Pony Show

31 - 1 Jan Stonehaven Fireball Ceremony

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Harbour area, Stonehaven www.stonehavenfireballs.co.uk

September

31 - 1 Jan Aberdeen’s Hogmanay

1 Braemar Gathering

City centre, Aberdeen www.aberdeenswinterfestival.com

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K10

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4-9 British Science Festival University of Aberdeen and Techfest-Setpoint, Aberdeen www.britishsciencefestival.org

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December

L8 Duthie Park, Aberdeen www.aberdeenclydesdaleshow.co.uk

Princess Royal & Duke of Fife Memorial Park, Braemar

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25 Aberdeen’s Winter Festival Christmas Tree Lights Switch-on Castlegate, Aberdeen www.aberdeenswinterfestival.com

25 City of Aberdeen Clydesdale Horse Show

Duthie Park, Aberdeen www.neshpes.co.uk

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This list highlights just a selection of events taking place in Aberdeen City and Shire in 2012.

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The information contained in this publication is as supplied to VisitScotland and to the best of VisitScotland’s knowledge was correct at the time of going to press. VisitScotland can accept no responsibility for any errors. Events can be subject to change, we recommend you check details with a local VisitScotland Information Centre before travelling (see page 18).

To find out more about Aberdeen City and Shire go to www.aberdeen-grampian.com

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The entrance to Pittencrieff Park, Dunfermline, Fife

Concierge at PrestonďŹ eld House Hotel, Edinburgh

Grannies’ Heilan’ Hame, Embo, Sutherland

Scotland’s Star Quality!

- A simple, impartial, consistent approach to quality

VisitScotland, under the Scottish Tourist Board brand, runs the star grading schemes which assess the quality standards of all types of accommodation and visitor attractions from castles and historic houses to garden centres and arts venues. We quality assure over 70 percent of the accommodation in Scotland and 90 percent of the visitor attractions – so wherever you want to stay or visit, we’ve got it covered. Each establishment is reviewed once a year.

We do the hard work so you can relax and enjoy your holiday.

How does the system work?

Graded visitor attractions

A consistent standard wherever you stay

Visitor attractions from tourist shops and museums to leisure centres and tours are graded with 1 - 5 stars depending on their level of customer care. The focus is on the standard of hospitality and service as well as presentation, quality of shop or cafĂŠ (if there is one) and toilet facilities.

The promise of the stars:

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it is clean, tidy and an acceptable standard

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it is a good, all round standard

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it is excellent – furnished using high quality materials, superb food where provided and friendly, professional service

it is a very good standard, with attention to detail in every area

Our advisors visit and assess establishments on up to 50 areas from quality, comfort and cleanliness to welcome, ambience and service. The same star scheme runs in England and Wales, so you can follow the stars wherever you go.

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It should be noted that those establishments that fail to meet our minimum standards will not be awarded a star rating.

Establishments awarded gold stars have consistently achieved the highest levels of excellence within their star grading.

presentation, ambience, food where provided and service are hard to fault

We grade all types of accommodation from hostels, through to B&Bs and self catering properties to hotels grand and small. We even grade campus accommodation and parks offering holiday homes and camping. So whether you prefer to spend the night under canvas or the canopy of a four-poster bed, we’ll make sure you know the standard to expect.

Access all areas The following symbols will help visitors with physical disabilities to decide whether accommodation is suitable:

Unassisted wheelchair access

Assisted wheelchair access

Access for visitors with mobility difficulties

Symbols - Please note you should always check that a particular facility/service is available at the time of booking Ensuite bath and/ or shower for all bedrooms

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Ensuite bath and/ or shower for some bedrooms

\ Payphone available P Television available

Private bath and/ or shower for all bedrooms

Q No Television Ground floor bedrooms available

Private bath and/ or shower for some bedrooms

/ Bed linen provided on request – free or for hire

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D Lounge E TV Lounge < Open hearth fire Satellite/Cable TV

For information and to book accommodation go to www.visitscotland.com

­ Broadband Â&#x2DC; WiFi iPod docking station w DVD player available { CD player available S Private parking T Limited parking } Disabled parking on site *

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Indoor swimming pool = Regular live entertainment Games room $ Childrensâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; play area Â&#x20AC; Short Breaks Available Credit/debit cards accepted - Property on working farm/croft Pets accepted by arrangement

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Quality Assurance

South Whittleburn Farm B&B, near Largs, North Ayrshire

Further information For more information on Quality Assurance at VisitScotland, please contact us: Tel. 01463 244111 Fax. 01463 244181 customerservices@visitscotland.com

The Lochside Restaurant, Craigard House Hotel, Campbeltown, Argyll

Am Bothan Bunk House, Leverburgh, Isle of Harris, Outer Hebrides

We welcome your comments on star-awarded properties:

Call into any VisitScotland Information Centre for further information.

VisitScotland - Customer Liaison Team Cowan House, Inverness Retail & Business Park, Inverness IV2 7GF

www.visitscotland.com/wheretofindus

Tel. 01463 244111 Fax. 01463 244181 qa@visitscotland.com

We want you to feel welcome

New Holiday Parks scheme

VisitScotland has developed Welcome Schemes to complement the Star Quality Assurance grades.

These schemes tell you about establishments which pay particular attention to the specific needs of these visitors. As well as the established Walkers Welcome ' and Cyclists Welcome & schemes, there are similar schemes for: Anglers

Bikers

This year VisitScotland introduces our new Holiday Parks Quality Assurance scheme. The star awards now better reflect the aspects which impact on your enjoyment of your Scottish park holiday, the things that you told us are important to you. This has resulted in changes to the level of awards given to some parks but you can still be assured of the same high level of customer service and all the facilities you’ve become accustomed to.

Classic Cars

Golfers

Because we care

Children

Field Sports

Groups

Ancestral Tourism This means that a bothy or bod has been inspected

The Thistle symbol recognises a high standard of Holiday Park This means individual caravan holiday homes have been assessed

Businesses that work in a sustainable, environmentally friendly way are graded: Bronze , Silver or Gold . www.green-business.co.uk

N Tea/Coffee making facilities in bedrooms 5 Restaurant ; Evening meal available U Room service _ Restricted alcohol drinks licence

Smoking rooms available

O Laundry service 3 Porterage

Self Catering may also provide the following:

Hostels may also provide the following:

A Four-poster beds

Ensuite bath and/or shower room(s) in self catering unit

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9 Vegetarian diets provided

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b Drying facilities ) Family rooms available

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EatScotland is a nationwide food Quality Assurance scheme from VisitScotland.

Only those operators who meet the EatScotland quality standards are accredited to the scheme so look out for the logo to ensure you visit some of Scotland’s best, quality eating establishments.

Those with extra special standards of food are awarded EatScotland Silver or Gold .

The Green Tourism Business Scheme has been championing sustainable tourism in the UK, and has become the largest and most successful scheme of its type in the world.

Serviced accommodation may also provide the following:

The very best of food and drink

Alpine sleeping platform

We assess the presentation, quality and service of food in every kind of eating establishment in Scotland from fish and chip shops to pubs, takeaways and top class restaurants. Whether you’re looking for a family friendly bar or a romantic restaurant, EatScotland gives a reliable, authoritative and comprehensive guide to eating out in Scotland.

Look out too for the new Scotland’s Best Bars scheme, assuring the quality of the vast range of bars and pubs on offer. www.visitscotland.com/foodanddrink

Caravan and Camping Parks may also provide the following:

b Drying facilities

¤ Car parking adjacent to caravans or tents

@ Café/Restaurant 1 Take away food available

n Chemical toilet disposal facility

Cycle hire nearby q Motor homes welcome

m Chemical toilet disposal for motor homes . Shop within 2 miles/mobile food shop calls g Shop on site

4 Gas cylinders for exchange refill

p Pitches for touring caravans j Tents welcome V Shower available ` Bath available

To find out more about Aberdeen City and Shire go to www.aberdeen-grampian.com

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Find all you want to do in Aberdeen City and Shire in one place.

At a VisitScotland Information Centre we’ll tell you about everything you want to see, everything you want to do and everything else you’ll need for your visit. Our friendly experts can offer advice on all things local as well as sharing their wider knowledge of Scotland. Ask and you’ll find all the hidden gems, from cultural to culinary. We don’t just advise either. We can sort out your accommodation and all your travel needs, as well as tickets for events across Scotland. So if you’re looking to get the most from your visit, there really is only one place to go.

Aberdeen

23 Union Street, Aberdeen, AB11 5BP

01224 288828

Alford

Old Station Yard, Alford, AB33 8FD

01975 562052

Ballater

Old Royal Station, Ballater, AB35 5RB

01339 755306

Banchory

Bridge Street, Banchory, AB31 5SX

01330 822000

Banff

Collie Lodge, Banff, AB45 1AU

01261 812419

Braemar

The Mews, Mar Road, Braemar, AB35 5YL

01339 741600

Fraserburgh

3 Saltoun Square, Fraserburgh, AB43 9DA

01346 518315

Huntly

9A The Square, Huntly, AB54 8BR

01466 792255

Inverurie

18 High Street, Inverurie, AB51 3XQ

01467 625800

Stonehaven

66 Allardice Street, Stonehaven, AB39 2AA

01569 762806

Open All Year Open April until October Information Point in Partnership with VisitScotland.

Plotted on the relevant area maps on pages 56 – 57

Some Centres may not offer all services listed

Information Centres

visitscotland.com/wheretofindus

How to read the listings Map reference To assist you further in locating each establishment, this grid reference relates to the maps on pages 56 and 57.

Location ‘By’ designates that a property is within 10 miles of this location.

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Facilities and symbols See pages 16 and 17 for an explanation, please check at time of booking.

Accommodation options and costs Number in brackets refers to number of rooms/units of that type Sgl – Single / Dbl – Double / Twn – Twin / Fam – Family / Ste – Suite / DB&B – Dinner, Bed & Breakfast / B&B – Bed & Breakfast / pppn – per person per night / prpn – per room per night / pw – per week / pu – per unit / ps – per suite / so – single occupancy. Ensuite / priv facs – please check at time of booking.

Now is the time to choose your holiday accommodation

Quality Award For added assurance of quality and standards, all accommodation establishments display a Quality Assurance Award. The scheme is explained on pages 16 and 17.

Booking

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Accepting accommodation by telephone or in writing means you have entered into a legally binding contract with the proprietor of the establishment. If you cancel or fail to take up that accommodation, for whatever reason, the proprietor generally has the right to ask for compensation. You should always check the cancellation terms in advance and, if you must cancel a booking, advise the management immediately.

The majority of Scotland’s indoor public places, including pubs, restaurants and cafés are smoke-free by law, creating a healthier and fresher environment for residents and visitors to our beautiful country. Hotels, B&Bs and Guest Houses are also smoke-free but can designate bedrooms where guests can smoke, if they wish to do so. To check the availability of such bedrooms, please check with the establishment directly when booking. For further information, visit www.clearingtheairscotland.com.

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This guide has been split into five accommodation sections for both Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire:

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Pricing Establishments are listed within these sections in alphabetical order by location and then by business name. Each entry has a map reference relating to the maps which appear on pages 56 and 57 of this guide. The maps are helpful if you don’t know where a particular town is in relation to the area that interests you. Where establishments are listed as ‘By’ a city, town or village it is wise to check the exact location with the operator before making your journey.

The prices of accommodation, services, and facilities stated in this guide are based on information received from the relevant advertisers. Please note that the prices include VAT where applicable and are for your guidance only (VAT as at November 2011). Please check prices when you book accommodation and confirm exactly what the quoted price includes.

ü Look out for the Short Breaks symbol Aberdeen City and Shire offers a fabulous range of quality assured accommodation as listed on pages 21 - 50. Please look out for the short breaks symbol within entries. Contact them direct for current special offers or to make a booking.

Further Information

To book your accommodation either visit www.visitscotland.com (a booking fee may apply) or contact the accommodation provider direct.

To find out more about Aberdeen City and Shire go to www.aberdeen-grampian.com

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Accommodation in Aberdeen city

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Atholl Hotel A privately owned, four-star hotel situated in Aberdeenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s West End. The Atholl Hotel is renowned as the place to come for consistent and friendly service, value for money and an old-fashioned approach that nothing is too much trouble. There are 34 bedrooms, which are all ensuite. Each room has free broadband internet access, satellite television, radio, direct dial telephone, trouser press, hairdryer and tea and coffee making facilities. Our restaurant offers the best in fresh local produce including Aberdeen Angus steaks, fresh fish and shellfish, plus fruit and vegetables. â&#x20AC;˘ West End location â&#x20AC;˘ 34 unique bedrooms â&#x20AC;˘ Busy traditional restaurant â&#x20AC;˘ Old-fashioned approach â&#x20AC;˘ Recently refurbished â&#x20AC;˘ Popular lounge bar â&#x20AC;˘ Two function rooms â&#x20AC;˘ Home from home 54 Kings Gate, Aberdeen AB15 4YN T: 01224 323505 F: 01224 321555 info@atholl-aberdeen.co.uk www.atholl-aberdeen.co.uk

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Aberdeen Douglas Hotel Built in 1856 at the height of the Victorian era, the Douglas is one of Aberdeen's oldest hotels. A listed building makes it a much loved and well appointed landmark in the city centre. Just a few minutes stroll from the ferry terminal and bus/rail station. Explore Aberdeen with shopping, theatres and galleries all on your door step. The ideal place for business travellers and weekend city breaks. Combining personal service and genuine hospitality.

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The Caledonian by Thistle In the heart of the granite city, overlooking Union Terrace Gardens, close to the station, harbour and walking distance from all shops, the Caledonian by Thistle is ideal for enjoying a city break. The Hotel has recently undergone a £5 million transformation of all public areas and all 83 bedrooms including standard, deluxe, family rooms and five suites. The elegant Victorian Hotel has preserved its high ceilings and other original features but bought everything else bang up to date.

With old-world charm and contemporary comforts, an excellent base for guests seeking to explore Aberdeen’s parks, gardens, museums and galleries.

Open: All year 58314

Brentwood Hotel Privately owned traditional town house hotel situated in the city centre. The ideal place for theatre, cinemas, touring, sight-seeing, golf and only five minutes walk from Union Square Shopping Complex. All bedrooms and public areas have now been totally refurbished and upgraded. Free WiFi internet access now available.

• Limited on-site parking • City centre location • 83 Ensuite bedrooms 10-14 Union Terrace, Aberdeen AB10 1WE T: 08713 769003 F: 08719 769103 reception.aberdeencaledonian@thistle.co.uk www.thistle.com

• City Centre • Free WiFi • Eat Safe Award • Privately Owned Sgl (23) £60-£110 prpn Twn (8) £80-£140 prpn Ensuite (83)

101 Crown Street, Aberdeen AB11 6HH T: 01224 595440 F: 01224 571593 reservations@brentwood-hotel.co.uk www.brentwood-hotel.co.uk

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Cloverleaf Hotel The Cloverleaf Hotel is located in the north of the city with easy access to the airport which is approximately two miles away. The city centre is approximately four miles away and a regular bus service is available nearby. Aberdeen is well situated for business and also many leisure pursuits which include the art gallery, angling, city parks including the Winter Gardens at Duthie Park, golf courses, museums, shopping and theatre. The Cloverleaf Hotel's location provides easy access to the castle and whisky trails.

• Close to airport • Complimentary car parking • Regular public transport • Castle trails • Whisky trails• Golf courses nearby Kepplehills Road, Bucksburn, Aberdeen AB21 9DG T: 01224 714294 F: 01224 712404 cloverleafhotel@aol.com www.cloverleafhotel.co.uk

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Ibis Aberdeen Centre Hotel Ibis Aberdeen Centre is a newly opened hotel with 107 contemporary designed guest rooms, each with internet access, satellite TV, tea/coffee making facilities and ensuite shower rooms. Our food service offer has breakfast, 24 hours snacks, soft drinks and bar.

• City centre location • Breakfast 4.00am 12.00midday • ISO quality certificate • Snack 24/7

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Craighaar Hotel A charming hotel conveniently located for both the airport and city centre.

The hotel is renowned for quality cuisine and first-class service. All rooms have recently undergone full refurbishment to a high standard. Enjoy tasting the finest, local produce used in the dishes lovingly prepared by the chefs in the uniquely styled restaurant or simply relax by the fire in the comfortable, wood-panelled Club Lounge. Meeting and conference facilities also available.

• Newly refurbished rooms • Stunning restaurant • First-class cuisine • Excellent service • Convenient location • Weekend rates available • Relaxing lounge bar Waterton Road, Bucksburn, Aberdeen AB21 9HS T: 01224 712275 F: 01224 716362 info@craighaar.co.uk www.craighaarhotel.com

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ABERDEEN Jurys Inn Aberdeen Opened 2009. Centrally located with nearby station, shops and restaurants.

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Malmaison Stylish bedrooms, fine dining, whisky/wine tasting, and spa with gym.

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Cults Hotel The warmth and charm of a small country hotel.

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328 North Deeside Road, Aberdeen AB15 9SE T: 01224 867632 F: 01224 867699 info@thecultshotel.co.uk www.thecultshotel.co.uk

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Holiday Inn Aberdeen Exhibition Centre 123 bedroom modern hotel with café bar and restaurant.

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Claymore Drive, Bridge of Don, Aberdeen AB23 8BL T: 01224 706878 F: 01224 823923 reservations@hiaberdeen.com www.holidayinn.com

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Holiday Inn Express Aberdeen – Exhibition Centre Modern hotel convenient both Aberdeen Science Park and historic city.

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Dbl/twn Parkway East, Bridge of Don, Ensuite Aberdeen AB23 8AJ T: 01224 227250 F: 01224 227253 info@hieaberdeenexhibitioncentre.co.uk

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The Marcliffe Hotel and Spa is set in 11 acres of wooded grounds on the outskirts of Aberdeen. With 35 rooms and seven suites, this privately owned hotel is designed as a restful, elegant refuge for the business and leisure traveller.

The Conservatory Restaurant offers seasonal Scottish produce, accompanied by a wine list of over 400 wines and more than 100 malt whiskies. Our chefs call on locally-grown vegetables to complement Scotland’s finest fish, meat and game. A health and beauty spa and gymnasium are available for all guests.

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47 Regent Quay, Aberdeen AB11 5BE T: 08450 942424 reservations@citywharfapartments.co.uk 60889

Thistle Aberdeen Airport Located to the north of the city, the Thistle Aberdeen Airport hotel is within a five minute walk of the airport terminal and yet only 15 minutes from the city centre. Fifty-five of the hotel's 147 bedrooms were refurbished, along with the Restaurant and Bar, in 2009, to a contemporary standard. The hotel also boasts a Just Gym and courtyard area.

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Micasa Aparthotel Ideally located for both business and leisure.

(93) £55-£270 prpn (4) £75-£230 prpn

9 Market Street, Aberdeen AB11 5PD T: 01224 565950 F: 01224 586316 info@micasaaparthotel.co.uk www.micasaaparthotel.co.uk

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Thistle Aberdeen Altens Aberdeen Altens is the perfect choice for leisure and business guests. Located to the south of Aberdeen, the hotel is in proximity of the city centre, key business estates and only a short drive from Royal Deeside and the Highlands.

With spacious executive rooms and the relaxing Otium Health and Leisure Club there is something for everyone. Enjoy dinner in the Cairngorm restaurant and home-cooked favourites in the lounge bar.

• Family friendly • Spacious rooms • Superb leisure facilities • Easy access to city-centre • Indoor swimming pool • Free parking • Recently refurbished Souterhead Road, Altens, Aberdeen AB12 3LF T: 0871 376 9002 F: 0871 376 9102 Reservations.Aberdeenaltens@thistle.co.uk www.thistlehotels.com/aberdeenaltens

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Ashgrove Guest House

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Friendly, family-run, quality B&B close to city centre, hospital, university.

Sgl (2) £30-£45 pppn 34 Ashgrove Road, Dbl/twn (2) £60 prpn Aberdeen AB25 3AD Ensuite/priv facs (2) T: 01224 484861 ashgrove@jreekie.fsnet.co.uk Open: All year

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Aurora Guest House

All rooms ensuite, central location, transport links within easy location.

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Homely Victorian guest house immaculately presented. Ideal location for touring.

429 Great Western Road, Aberdeen AB10 6NJ T: 01224 311602 info@auroraguesthouse.com www.auroraguesthouse.com

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Family-run B&B offering excellent quality and value accommodation.

Sgl (1) from £38 pppn 8 Whinhill Road, Dbl/twn (1) from £24 pppn Aberdeen AB11 7XH (3) from £24 pppn T: 01224 583078 M: 0776 479 9074 Fam Ensuite/priv facs (3) stay@adelphiguesthouse.com Shared facs (2) www.adelphiguesthouse.com

Victorian detached property, in residential area close to city centre.

Sgl 193 Great Western Road, Dbl/twn Aberdeen AB10 6PS T: 01224 586413 M: 0780 118 2210 Ensuite beeches-aberdeen@btconnect.com www.beeches-aberdeen.com

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Very quiet city centre location near all amenities.

Sgl (1) £35 pppn 138 Bon Accord Street, Dbl/twn (4) £27.50-£35 pppn Aberdeen AB11 6TX Fam (2) £25-£35 pppn T: 01224 580012 Ensuite/priv facs(4) aldersyde138@aol.com Shared facs (3)

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Aldridge Bed & Breakfast This recently refurbished B&B offers warm, friendly and attentive hospitality.

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Sgl £40-£55 prpn 60 Hilton Drive, Dbl/twn (2) £50-£70 prpn Aberdeen AB24 4NP T: 01224 485651 M: 0796 073 1418 Ensuite/priv facs (2) wardoffski@gmail.com

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Arden Guest House Family-run guest house in the heart of the city.

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61 Dee Street, Aberdeen AB11 6EE T: 01224 580700 F: 01224 585396 ann@ardenguesthouse.co.uk www.ardenguesthouse.co.uk

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Sample genuine Scottish hospitality and fare at Bimini. Ever since we were established the emphasis has always been on quality. With our central, yet quiet location, we are an ideal choice for leisure and business trips. With the city centre and beachfront only 500 metres away, you can park your car in our private car park and explore both at ease. Visiting the University? We are only a short distance away. Heading off to The Cairngorms National Park or Royal Deeside? Then we are on the doorstep of both.

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Arkaig Guest House

69 Constitution Street, Aberdeen AB24 5ET T: 01224 646912 F: 01224 596919 info@bimini.co.uk www.bimini.co.uk

Family run, close to university, hospital, college and city centre.

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Craibstone Estate Golf course nearby, sauna, steamroom, bar, café/shop and snooker room.

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Armadale Guest House Comfortable accommodation furnished to high standard. Situated on the River Dee. Sgl (3) £30 prpn 605 Holburn Street, Dbl/twn (4) £60 prpn Aberdeen AB10 7JN (2) £70-£120 prpn T: 01224 580636 F: 01224 583492 Fam armadaleguesthouse@tiscali.co.uk Ensuite/priv facs (6) Shared facs (2)

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Sgl Facilities Office, Hunter Annexe, Craibstone Est., Aberdeen AB21 9TR Dbl/twn T: 01224 711012 F: 01224 711298 Ensuite accommodation@sac.co.uk www.sac.ac.uk/holidayletsaberdeen

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The Jays Guest House Ensuite facilities, private car park and free WiFi. Sgl Dbl/twn Ensuite Priv facs

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422 King Street, Aberdeen AB24 3BR T: 01224 638295 alice@jaysguesthouse.co.uk www.jaysguesthouse.co.uk

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Mrs Margaret Laing Terraced granite house in quiet residential area, close to city centre.

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Furain Guest House Late Victorian house built of pink granite. Family run. Situated on the west side of Aberdeen. Convenient for town, Royal Deeside and Castle Trail. Private parking.

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Pleasant ensuite rooms, free self-catering facilities and off-street parking.

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64 Hilton Drive, Aberdeen AB24 4NP T: 01224 483065 M: 0742 767 6064 stelmo@ensuitedreams.com www.ensuitedreams.com

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92 North Deeside Road, Peterculter, Aberdeen AB14 0QN T: 01224 732189 furain@btinternet.com www.furain.co.uk

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Waldies Bed & Breakfast High standard of hospitality and comfort offered. Minutes from City Centre.

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Granville Guest House Family run, central, private parking, well located for tourism.

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401 Great Western Road, Aberdeen AB10 6NY T/F: 01224 313043 granvilleguest@btconnect.com

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An attractive historic building packed full of character.

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The Robert Gordon University

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Very good quality accommodation in the city centre with on site parking facilities. Short walking distance to all the shops and the various amenities within the city. The flats are self contained with all single rooms. Many of the flats have ensuite bedrooms. Each party has sole use of the flat. Each flat is fully equipped with linen and towels are provided as standard. Assistance is available 24/7 from the on site staff. Internet facility available.

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Holiday Inn Aberdeen West A multi award-winning Holiday Inn. (61)£45-£200 prpn (25)£45-£160 prpn (86) 74942

Dbl/twn Westhill Drive, Westhill, Fam Aberdeenshire AB32 6TT T: 01224 270300 F: 01224 270323 Ensuite reservations@hiaberdeenwest.co.uk www.hiaberdeenwest.co.uk

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Old Mill Inn An historic 200-year-old family-run Country Inn only five miles west of Aberdeen, on the edge of the famous River Dee. The hotel has been extensively refurbished to provide a high level of comfort and personal service in a friendly, welcoming atmosphere. Seven ensuite bedrooms, restaurant, lounge bar and function room.

• Close to Aberdeen • On Royal Deeside • Value for money • Home produce • Large car park Open: All year 12658

Mercure Aberdeen Ardoe House Hotel & Spa 109 bedroom luxury Hotel, with traditional style rooms all with ensuite, plasma televisions and tea/coffee making facilities. Free onsite parking, meeting facilities, gym and spa. Family rooms available on request.

South Deeside Road, Maryculter, Aberdeen AB12 5FX T: 01224 733212 F: 01224 732884 info@oldmillinn.co.uk www.oldmillinn.co.uk

• Rosette award-winning restaurant • Spa breaks • Private dining • Golfing nearby • Spa and Gym South Deeside Road, Blairs, Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire AB12 5YP T: 01224 860600 F: 01224 860644 h6626-re@accor.com www.mercure-uk.com

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The Lodge on the Loch For rooms with the most stunning views on Royal Deeside.

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Sgl Charlestown Road, Aboyne, Dbl/twn Aberdeenshire AB34 5HS T: 08444 146546 F: 08444 146545 Fam reservations.huntlyarms@ohiml.com Ensuite www.oxfordhotelsandinns.com/ourhotels/huntlyarms

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Cambus O'May Hotel Beautiful country house hotel in a superb setting overlooking the River Dee and the hills beyond. In an ideal position to enjoy the many attractions of Royal Deeside. Fully licensed, with 12 individually furnished ensuite rooms equipped to a high standard. Excellent cuisine from a table d'hĂ´te menu which changes daily is complemented by fine wines. Great emphasis is placed on the personal attention shown to our guests which allows them to enjoy a memorable and relaxing stay with us.

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â&#x20AC;˘ Beautiful countryside setting â&#x20AC;˘ Attractive listed building â&#x20AC;˘ Peace and tranquillity â&#x20AC;˘ Excellent cuisine Cambus O'May, Ballater, Aberdeenshire AB35 5SE T/F: 01339 755428 mckechnie@cambusomay.freeserve.co.uk www.cambusomayhotel.co.uk

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Deeside Hotel Welcoming, comfortable, relaxing - great food. Good Hotel Guide 2012 recommended.

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The Deeside Inn Homely and traditional Inn, in the heart of Royal Deeside.

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15-17 Victoria Road, Ballater AB35 5RA T: 01339 755413 F: 01339 755027 deeside@crerarhotels.com www.crerarhotels.com

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The Inver Hotel Breaks to the Inver Hotel are among the best in the Highlands.

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Crathie, by Ballater AB35 5XN T: 01339 742345 F: 01339 742098 www.inverhotel.com

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Kilmarnock Arms Hotel Situated at the heart of the picturesque village of Cruden Bay.

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Loch Kinord Hotel In the heart of Royal Deeside an ideal base to explore, and relax in, this beautiful and historic area. Located on the "Victorian Heritage Trail", only 10 miles from Balmoral Castle and close to many other castles on the famous "Castle Trail".

Bird watching and nature walks start from the hotel and fishing can be arranged on the River Dee or one of many nearby lochs. After an exhilarating day on Royal Deeside, enjoy the comforts of the Loch Kinord, with good food in our rosetted restaurant.

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Bridge Street, Cruden Bay, Aberdeenshire AB42 0HD T: 01779 812213 F: 01779 812153 reception@kilmarnockarms.com www.kilmarnockarms.com

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• Family-run hotel • Beautiful historic area • Castle trail nearby • Rosetted Restaurant • Victorian heritage trail • Ski areas nearby Ballater Road, Dinnet, Aboyne, Aberdeenshire AB34 5JY T: 01339 885229 F: 01339 887007 stay@lochkinord.com

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Raemoir House Hotel New owners; Georgian grandeur; secluded; tranquil; newly refurbished; acclaimed cuisine.

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Learney Arms Hotel

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Set amidst spectacular scenery in Deeside, not too far from Aberdeen.

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A warm reception awaits you at the four-star Meldrum House Country Hotel.

From the welcoming glow of the open fire and the sumptuously appointed rooms, to the world-class golf and range of country sports on your doorstep – there's a sense of homecoming that only traditional Scottish hospitality creates.

You'll find a stay with us is an experience you'll want to last forever.

• Magnificent country setting • Award-winning cuisine • Grand public rooms • Championship golf course • Whisky bar • Conference facilities • Driving range • Scottish baronial mansion • Steeped in tradition • Wedding venue

Open: All year

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Oldmeldrum, Aberdeenshire AB51 0AE T: 01651 872294 F: 01651 872464 enquiries@meldrumhouse.co.uk www.meldrumhouse.com

Banff Springs Hotel Beautiful views over Moray Firth, outstanding food, stunning new rooms.

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The Redgarth Home-cooked meals, cask ales, quality rooms and panoramic views.

Former Hunting Lodge situated in spacious private grounds.

6 Glenshee Road, Braemar, Aberdeenshire AB35 5YQ T/F: 01339 741627 mail@braemarlodge.co.uk

Dbl (24) £65-£220 prpn Ensuite (27)

Open: All year

Open: All year

Kirk Brae, Oldmeldrum, Aberdeenshire AB51 0DJ T: 01651 872353 F: 01651 873763 redgarth1@aol.com www.redgarth.com

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8 Golden Knowes Road, Banff, Aberdeenshire AB45 2JE T: 01261 812881 info@thebanffsprings.co.uk

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PETERHEAD

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Accommodation made easy

Palace Hotel

To speak to one of our travel experts call

Receive high-quality service whether you visit us on business or pleasure.

Sgl Prince Street, Dbl/twn Peterhead AB42 1PL Ensuite T: 01779 474821 F: 01779 476119 info@palacehotel.co.uk www.palacehotel.co.uk

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STONEHAVEN

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Buchan Braes Hotel Lounge, grill room with open kitchen, conference facilities, ballroom.

Sgl (1) ÂŁ85-ÂŁ95 prpn Dbl/twn (43) ÂŁ95-ÂŁ105 prpn Fam (3) POA Ensuite/priv facs (47) 83600

Boddam, by Peterhead, Aberdeenshire AB42 3AR T: 01779 871471 F: 01779 871472 info@buchanbraes.co.uk www.buchanbraes.co.uk

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PORTSOY

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Open: All Year 60406

The Ship Inn Historic Inn with spectacular views of picturesque harbour. Eleven newly refurbished ensuite bedrooms (seven with harbour views). All rooms have flat screen TVs with freeview, tea/coffee, free WiFi. Excellent restaurant with panoramic harbour views serving a wide range of high quality home-cooked food â&#x20AC;&#x201C; seafood a speciality.

Cosy character bar with a good selection of draught beers (including Real Ales), bottled beers, alcopops, etc. Over 100 Single Malt Scotch Whiskies. We also stock a wide range of soft drinks and serve excellent fresh coffee. Twenty minutes' drive from Aberdeen. â&#x20AC;˘ Beautiful harbour views â&#x20AC;˘ Excellent restaurant â&#x20AC;˘ Friendly service â&#x20AC;˘ Seafood a speciality â&#x20AC;˘ High quality bedrooms â&#x20AC;˘ Close to Aberdeen â&#x20AC;˘ 100 malt whiskies â&#x20AC;˘ Rooms with views 5 Shorehead, Stonehaven, Aberdeenshire AB39 2JY T: 01569 762617 F: 01569 767074 enquiries@shipinnstonehaven.com www.shipinnstonehaven.com

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The Station Hotel The warmest of welcomes awaits you in this small family-run and owned hotel in the beautiful Scottish NE coastal town of Portsoy, famous for its 17th century harbour. Great location for walking, golf, fishing, exploring the whisky, castle and coastal trails, and wild life watching (see the famous Moray Firth dolphins!).

Lovely harbours to explore. Excellent restaurant serving the freshest produce possible. Good value short breaks available all year. â&#x20AC;˘ Beautiful coastal location â&#x20AC;˘ Ideal for walking â&#x20AC;˘ Great for golf â&#x20AC;˘ Free WiFi â&#x20AC;˘ Short breaks available â&#x20AC;˘ Moray Firth dolphins â&#x20AC;˘ Wildlife watching â&#x20AC;˘ Very good restaurant â&#x20AC;˘ Locally sourced food â&#x20AC;˘ Refurbished rooms â&#x20AC;˘ All rooms ensuite â&#x20AC;˘ Friendly locals bar â&#x20AC;˘ Games room â&#x20AC;˘ Private car park â&#x20AC;˘ Personal attention guaranteed Seafield Street, Portsoy, Aberdeenshire AB45 2QT T: 01261 842327 F: 01261 842975 enquiries@stationhotelportsoy.co.uk www.stationhotelportsoy.co.uk Dbl Fam

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The Redhall Arms Family hotel with restaurant, bar, games room and beer garden.

Station Road, Fordoun, Laurencekirk AB30 1NN T: 01561 320526 M: 0781 066 2313 redhallarmshotel@gmail.com www.redhallarms.co.uk

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The Fife Arms Hotel Bistro with rooms, Mediterranean style food specialising on seafood/game.

The Square, Turriff, Aberdeenshire AB53 4AE T: 01888 563124 F: 01888 563468 stay@fifearms.com www.fifearms.com

ÂŁ60-ÂŁ80 prpn ÂŁ80-ÂŁ120 prpn

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Rothie Inn A family-run village inn, central to many main towns.

(2) ÂŁ30-ÂŁ40 pppn (2)

Get Creative in 52263

Dbl/twn Main Street, Rothienorman, Ensuite Aberdeenshire AB51 8UD T: 01651 821206 M: 0780 318 2144 rothieinn@btconnect.com

Open: All year

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ALFORD

Guest Houses, B&Bs, Farmhouses

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Bydand Bed & Breakfast Family run Bed & Breakfast in quiet residential area near village centre.

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from £35 pppn (2) from £30 pppn (2) 17128

18 Balfour Road, Alford, Aberdeenshire AB33 8NF T: 01975 563613 info@alfordaccommodation.com www.alfordaccommodation.com

Open: All year

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Avalon Bed & Breakfast

68666

Quiet country location only 15 minutes from town and airport.

Dbl/twn (2) £30-£35 pppn 17 Denhead Crescent, Potterton, Fam (1) £30 pppn Aberdeen AB23 8UA T: 01358 742619 M: 0775 995 0570 Ensuite/priv facs (1) Shared facs (2) vbrock17@btinternet.com

Tee off at fantastic golf courses

Open: All year

www.aberdeen-grampian.com/golf

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from £60 pppn Open: All year

(3) £60 prpn (3) 21173

Dbl/twn Bridge of Gairn, Ballater, Ensuite Aberdeenshire AB35 5UD T/F: 01339 755767 rber200558@aol.com www.ballaterscotland.com/creagmeggan

£60 prpn £90 prpn 89966

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Fairdene Bed & Breakfast

Viewfield Bed & Breakfast

Quiet, peaceful, central village location. Family run. N/S Relaxing ambience.

Family-run Bed & Breakfast, five minutes from Bridge of Don.

£35-£45 pppn (2) £25-£35 pppn (2)

Open: All year

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School Lane, Ballater, AB35 5RJ T: 01339 755929 M: 0774 565 4905 faytough@googlemail.com

(1) from £30 pppn (2) from £25 pppn (3)

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Panmure Gardens, Potterton, Aberdeen AB23 8UG T: 01358 742605 ednajohn@viewfield1.f9.co.uk www.viewfield1.f9.co.uk

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Large detached house in rural location enjoying magnificent views.

Seven miles from Aberdeen, abundance of local amenities in walking distance.

Old Skene Road, Westhill AB32 6TX T: 01224 279412 M: 0777 760 2699 carol@oldskene-westhill.co.uk www.Oldskene-Westhill.co.uk

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Old Skene Guest House

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Glenernan Guest House

Drumgesk Bed & Breakfast Extended cottage, two miles from Aboyne in the heart of Royal Deeside.

Lovingly restored Victorian Grand Villa located in picturesque Royal Deeside.

Newton of Drumgesk, Dess, Dbl/twn Aboyne AB34 5BL Fam T: 01339 886203 M: 0770 320 3177 Ensuite crogerbailey@aol.com www.drumgesk.co.uk

37 Braemar Road, Ballater, Aberdeenshire AB35 5RQ T: 01339 753111 F: 01339 753288 enquiries@glenernanguesthouse.com www.glenernanguesthouse.com

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Gordon Guest House Large Victorian Town House in central location with beautiful views.

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£40-£50 pppn (5) £30-£36 pppn (5) 28644

Station Square, Ballater, Aberdeenshire AB35 5QB T: 01339 755996 info@thegordonguesthouse.com

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Find all you want to do in Scotland, in one place.

Your local VisitScotland Information Centre has details of everything to see and do in Scotland. What’s more we can book tickets for events, activities and attractions, arrange transport and find accommodation anywhere in the country. So whatever you’re looking for, there’s only one place to go.

Information Centres The entrance to Glen Tanar Estate, near Aboyne.

visitscotland.com/wheretofindus

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Woodside A warm welcome awaits you at Woodside.

Very comfortable Bed & Breakfast with ensuite rooms in quiet location. Highly commended for hospitality and excellent breakfast. Private parking. Ideal location for golf, walking and fishing. Discounted three-night breaks. Single occupancy available.

• Discounted short breaks • Quiet location • Castles/Whisky Trails • Golf, walking, fishing • WiFi available

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Moorside Guest House South facing Victorian former manse with large garden and private parking at an affordable price. Hosts, Pieter and Lea Faber offer you a warm and friendly welcome to their prestigious guest house. Situated in the heart of Royal Deeside and within easy walking distance of numerous excellent restaurants. Perfect location for golf, fishing, walking and cycling. Close to Balmoral Castle and whisky and Victorian trails. All food is homemade where ever possible, including bread, all preserves, muesli and muffins, served on separate tables in our spacious dining room.

• Short breaks • Ensuite facilities • Homemade bread • Homemade preserves • Homemade muesli • Homemade muffins • Private Garden • Private Parking Braemar Road, Ballater, Aberdeenshire AB35 5RL T/F: 01339 755492 info@moorsidehouse.co.uk www.moorsidehouse.co.uk Sgl £40-£45 prpn Twn (2) £55-£65 prpn Ensuite (9)

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Braeside Bed & Breakfast Ideally located close to Banchory in beautiful tranquil woodland surroundings.

Braeside, Strachan, By Banchory, Kincardineshire AB31 6NN T: 01330 820688 M: 0781 556 0217 roycooke@btinternet.com www.braesidebandb.co.uk

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(1) £35 prpn (1) £56 prpn (1) (1) 89702

Open: Apr - Oct

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Old Line Road, Ballater, Aberdeenshire AB35 5UT T: 01339 756351 abrown@struancottage.co.uk www.struanwoodside.com

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Netherley Guest House A friendly welcome awaits you at this refurbished Guest House.

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Osborne House Bed & Breakfast Stylish accommodation in dreamlike Victorian splendour of house and garden.

(1) £45-£48 pppn (2) £37.50-£40 pppn (2) (1) 91485

Sgl 4 Dundarroch Road, Ballater, Dbl/twn Aberdeenshire AB35 5NP Ensuite T: 01339 755320 Priv facs M: 0779 584 0466 osbornehousebedandbreakfast@gmail.com

Durris, Banchory, Aberdeenshire AB31 6DB T/F: 01330 844543 M: 0774 593 2376 lochtonhousebb@tiscali.co.uk www.lochtonhouse.co.uk

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By BANCHORY Mapleview

Exceptional accommodation with spacious, stylish rooms and a warm welcome.

Situated in a peaceful rural location approximately 20 minutes from Banchory.

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• Rural setting • Spectacular views • Ground floor accommodation • Ensuite rooms • Excellent breakfast menu • Large residents' lounge • Ideal for fishers • Free WiFi access

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Anderson Road, Ballater, Aberdeenshire AB35 5QW T: 01339 756333 M: 0778 723 1186 info@school-house.eu www.school-house.eu

Lochton House is a family-run bed and breakfast just off the A957 Banchory to Stonehaven road. There is a large private car park opposite the house. All the guests' accommodation is on the ground floor in a separate adjoining annexe with its own front door. There is a large residents' lounge/dining room where WiFi access is freely available. We provide an extensive breakfast menu including fish. Lochton House is ideally situated for touring Deeside and following the Castle and Whisky Trails. Fishers, golfers, cyclists and walkers are welcomed.

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Lumphanan, Banchory, Aberdeenshire AB31 4RH T: 01339 883481 M: 0771 932 9932 mapleviewbandb@aol.com www.mapleviewbandb.co.uk

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2 Netherley Place, Ballater, Aberdeenshire AB35 5QE T/F: 01339 755792 info@netherleyguesthouseballater.com www.netherleyguesthouseballater.com

Open: May - October

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Carmelite House

Quiet, stunning location easy reach Aberdeen, ample parking, secure storage.

Open: All year

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Trinity Manse Bed & Breakfast

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Dbl/twn 17/19 Bogie Street, Huntly, Fam Aberdeenshire AB54 8DX Ensuite T/F: 01466 794162 dunedinguesthouse@surfree.co.uk www.accommodationaberdeenshire.co.uk

67601

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Callater Lodge Guest House

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Greenmount Guest House

Victorian Guest House with modern day comfort.

Sgl 9 Glenshee Road, Braemar, Dbl/twn Aberdeenshire AB35 5YQ T: 01339 741275 M: 0797 069 7247 Fam Ensuite liz@hotel-braemar.co.uk www.callaterlodge.co.uk

On Castle, Whisky and Coastal Trails. Many golf clubs nearby.

43 Gordon Street, Huntly, Aberdeenshire AB54 8EQ T: 01466 792482 greenmountguest@btconnect.com Open: All year

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HUNTLY Friendly, modern, family-run house near town centre.

Provost Street, Huntly, Aberdeenshire, AB54 8BB T/F: 01466 794870 info@hillviewbb.com www.hillviewbb.com

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Craiglea Bed & Breakfast

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Hillview Bed & Breakfast

Former Victorian manse, quiet location, minutes from centre of Braemar.

Dbl/twn (5)ÂŁ34-ÂŁ37 pppn Cluniebank Road, Braemar, Fam (2)ÂŁ31-ÂŁ33 pppn Aberdeenshire AB35 5ZP Ensuite (4) T: 01339 741330 Priv facs (2) karen@clunielodge.com www.clunielodge.com

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Clunie Lodge Guest House

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Bandora

A warm, friendly family Bed & Breakfast, substantial breakfast, in quiet location.

Modern bungalow, home from home country accommodation near Huntly.

(1)ÂŁ45-ÂŁ70 pppn (6) ÂŁ33-ÂŁ35 pppn (1) ÂŁ33-ÂŁ35 pppn (5)

Yonder Bognie, Forgue, Huntly, Aberdeenshire AB54 6BR T: 01466 730375 paula@bandora.fsnet.co.uk Open: All year (excl Christmas)

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Hillside Road, Braemar, Aberdeenshire AB35 5YU T: 01339 741641 bookings@craigleabraemar.com www.craigleabraemar.com

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Dunedin Guest House Situated in Huntly, Dunedin is one of the region's real treasures.

Sea view rooms, digital TV, friendly atmosphere, spacious rooms.

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BANFF

(1) ÂŁ30-ÂŁ40 prpn (2) ÂŁ55-ÂŁ70 prpn (3) 91701

Gourdon Schoolhouse, Selbie Place, Sgl Dbl/twn Gourdon, Aberdeenshire DD10 0LT T: 01561 362598 M: 0788 072 6731 Shared facs admin@gourdonschoolhouse.com www.gourdonschoolhouse.com

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21 Castle Street, Banff, Aberdeenshire AB45 1DH T: 01261 812244 M: 0776 419 4208 trinitymanse@hotmail.co.uk www.trinitymanseguesthouse.co.uk

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Gourdon Schoolhouse Bed & Breakfast

Small, friendly, family-run hotel in town centre.

Low Street, Banff, Aberdeenshire AB45 1AY T/F: 01261 812152 carmelitehoho@aol.com www.carmelitehousehotel.co.uk

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Kinnaber Bed & Breakfast

34146

For discerning guests, superior ensuite rooms, summerhouse, delicious breakfasts.

Sgl ÂŁ45-ÂŁ50 prpn Kinnaber, Ramsay Street, Dbl/twn (2) ÂŁ35-ÂŁ40 pppn Edzell, Angus DD9 7TT (2) T: 01356 648051 M: 0790 227 3569 Ensuite anne@kinnaber-bedandbreakfast.co.uk www.kinnaber-bedandbreakfast.co.uk

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Rose Lodge Bed & Breakfast Ground-floor Bungalow. Spacious garden and parking. Friendly hospitality. Welcome.

Sgl (1) ÂŁ30 pppn Dbl/twn (2) ÂŁ29 pppn Ensuite/priv facs (3) 52070

New Leeds, Peterhead, Aberdeenshire AB42 4HX T: 01346 531148 lucinda@roselodge.fsworld.co.uk

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Kathleen's Bed & Breakfast 88 Main Street, Gardenstown, Dbl/twn (2) ÂŁ30-ÂŁ40 pppn Banff, Aberdeenshire AB45 3YP Shared facs (1) T: 01261 851752 M: 0784 062 4580 KathleensBandB@aol.com www.kathleensbandb.com

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Affordable accommodation in the picturesque village of Gardenstown.

Open: All year

The harbour at Fraserburgh.

To find out more about Aberdeen City and Shire go to www.aberdeen-grampian.com

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By INVERURIE

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Broadsea Comfortable farmhouse in a beautiful rural setting.

Sgl Dbl/twn Ensuite

ÂŁ40-ÂŁ48 pppn (2) ÂŁ32 pppn (2) 16500

Burnhervie, Inverurie, Aberdeenshire AB51 5LB T: 01467 681386 broadsea@aol.com www.scottishfarmbandb.co.uk

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Burnhead Farm Modern comfort, wonderful views, historic sites, golf, fishing, safe parking.

84270

Coynachie Guest House Large traditional stone built farmhouse, full of character and charm, nestled in the rolling Aberdeenshire hills, in a beautiful peaceful valley near the historic market town of Huntly. Fiona and David welcome you to Coynachie, surrounded by streams and native woodland with birds and wildlife. Enjoy six way-marked walks from our front door, daily â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Specialsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; breakfast, safe parking. The Cairngorms National Park; Coastal, Whisky and Castle Trails, ancient standing stones are all easy to access from here. Within five miles enjoy pipe band, golf, horse riding, Nordic skiing, river and loch fly fishing.

ÂŁ39-ÂŁ50 pppn ÂŁ39-ÂŁ50 pppn

Georgian town house, quiet location, shops, distilleries, castles, golf.

Sgl from ÂŁ27 pppn Dbl/twn (3) from ÂŁ25 pppn Ensuite/priv facs (3)

21 Gellymill Street, Macduff, Banffshire AB44 1TN T: 01261 832336 gellymill@talktalk.net

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Durie House Bed & Breakfast Friendly, family-run Bed & Breakfast in quiet country location.

Twn (1) Ensuite (2)

Clola, by Mintlaw, Peterhead, Sgl Aberdeenshire AB42 5BE Dbl/twn T: 01771 622823 M: 0775 955 5586 Shared facs duriehousebb@gmail.com

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NEWMACHAR

Tranquil, picturesque country location 10 miles from city centre.

Mains of Torryleith, Straloch, Newmachar, Aberdeenshire AB21 0QE T/F: 01651 862397 don_aileen@hotmail.com

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(2) ÂŁ80-ÂŁ100 prpn (2) 73513

80277

Quiet location, family run. All rooms ensuite/private bathroom.

Sgl (2) from ÂŁ34 prpn Foggieburn, Insch, Dbl/twn (2) from ÂŁ42 prpn Aberdeenshire AB52 6XU T: 01464 831117 M: 0795 278 6021 Ensuite/priv facs (2) foggieburn@btinternet.com www.foggieburn.co.uk

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Carrick Guest House

Ashdon Guest House

Listed building one minute from town centre and famous harbour.

All rooms ensuite. Ten minutes from airport.

(7) ÂŁ50-ÂŁ80 pppn (6) ÂŁ35-ÂŁ40 pppn (1) ÂŁ80-ÂŁ100 prpn (7)

16 Merchant Street, Peterhead, Aberdeenshire AB42 1DU T: 01779 470610 carrickpeterhead@aol.com Open: All year

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(1) ÂŁ34-ÂŁ40 prpn (3) ÂŁ54-ÂŁ60 prpn (2) ÂŁ60-ÂŁ70 prpn (6) 18278

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Old Kemnay Road, Port Elphinstone, Inverurie AB51 5XJ T: 01467 620980 M: 0788 933 1710 info@ashdonguesthouse.co.uk www.ashdonguesthouse.co.uk

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Monica and Martin's Bed & Breakfast

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â&#x20AC;˘ Rated Excellent Tripadvisor â&#x20AC;˘ Luxurious bedrooms, bathrooms â&#x20AC;˘ Daily breakfast â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Specialsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; â&#x20AC;˘ Aberdeen Airport 45mins â&#x20AC;˘ Castle, Whisky Trails â&#x20AC;˘ Local waymarked walks â&#x20AC;˘ Free WiFi Internet â&#x20AC;˘ Low season offers

ÂŁ30 pppn (2) ÂŁ27.50 pppn (2) 84310

Open: All year

Sgl Dbl/twn Priv facs

Perkhill, Lumphanan, by Banchory, Aberdeenshire AB31 4RB T: 01339 883687 facburnhead@tiscali.co.uk www.burnheadlumphanan.co.uk

Open: All year

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Breaslann Guest House Comfortable accommodation in quiet residental area. Private off-street parking.

(4) ÂŁ60 prpn (1) ÂŁ60-ÂŁ82.50 prpn (5) 16155

Dbl/twn Old Chapel Road, Inverurie, Fam Aberdeenshire AB51 4QN T: 01467 621608 F: 01467 622224 Ensuite breaslann@btconnect.com

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Iona Bed & Breakfast Luxurious twin-bedded ensuite rooms, digital TV, WiFi, tea/coffee facilities.

Dbl/twn Ensuite

(2) ÂŁ70-ÂŁ90 prpn (2) 86153

Iona, Wardes Road, Inverurie AB51 3TT T: 01467 621917 rhona.jarvis@talktalk.net www.ionabandb.co.uk

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Bayview Bed & Breakfast Luxury accommodation, on the beach, great food, parking, four-stars.

Dbl/twn Ensuite

(3) ÂŁ65-ÂŁ80 prpn (3) 77842

1 Bayview Apts, Beachgate Lane, Stonehaven AB39 2BD M: 0779 122 4227 info@bayviewbandb.co.uk www.bayviewbandb.co.uk

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STONEHAVEN

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Beachview Bed & Breakfast Beachfront situation with parking. Short walk to harbour and town.

Come and enjoy Scottish hospitality, comfortable accommodation and great breakfasts using only the very best local ingredients. Wireless internet access is available. The Bankhouse is situated in the village of Old Deer which is twenty minutes from Fraserburgh and twenty minutes from Peterhead. It is ideally situated as a base for touring National Trust properties, stone circles, the whisky trail, cycle paths, coastal walks and the many nearby golf courses. â&#x20AC;˘ Large spacious rooms â&#x20AC;˘ Quiet tranquil location â&#x20AC;˘ Great breakfasts 6 Abbey Street, Old Deer, Aberdeenshire AB42 5LN T: 01771 623463 M: 0798 385 1278 linda.rhind@btinternet.com

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The Old Bank House

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Cardowan Prestigious detached Edwardian villa; large garden; quiet residential area.

Dbl/twn 31 Slug Road, Stonehaven, Ensuite Kincardineshire AB39 2DU T: 01569 762759 M: 0773 427 8242 thelmaritchie@btinternet.com www.stonehavenaccommodation.co.uk

(2) ÂŁ65-ÂŁ75 prpn (2) 78617

Open: All year

Dbl/twn (2) ÂŁ60-ÂŁ70 prpn 7 Salmon Lane, Stonehaven, Ensuite/priv facs (1) Kincardineshire AB39 2NZ (1) T: 01569 765267 M: 0781 477 4139 Shared facs liz@thebeachview.co.uk www.thebeachview.co.uk

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Gleniffer Luxurious four-star Bed & Breakfast close to town centre, harbour and Castle.

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15 Arduthie Road, Stonehaven, Aberdeenshire AB39 2EH T: 01569 765272 M: 0771 108 5208 buddfrank@hotmail.com www.gleniffer-stonehaven.co.uk

ÂŁ60-ÂŁ65 prpn ÂŁ70-ÂŁ75 prpn

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Keith Cottage Bed & Breakfast

Modern bungalow in the heart of Buchan with peace and tranquility.

Friendly family run B&B. Walking distance town centre/seafront/harbour.

Dbl/twn (3) ÂŁ30-ÂŁ36 pppn Brucklay, Maud, Peterhead, Ensuite/priv facs (3) Aberdeenshire AB42 4QN T: 01771 613675 M: 0792 959 4168 mhepburn@lineone.net www.pondview.co.uk

50 Cameron Street, Stonehaven, Aberdeenshire AB39 2HS T: 01569 765689 M: 0779 005 6790 mitchmckay@talktalk.net

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Lairhillock Lodge

Beautiful Banffshire home offering quality Scottish hospitality and comfort.

Comfortable, modern property in Royal Deeside, easy access to Aberdeen.

Sgl from ÂŁ45 pppn Dbl/twn (2) from ÂŁ37 pppn Ensuite/priv facs (2) DB&B from ÂŁ62 pppn

Netherley, Stonehaven AB39 3QS T: 01569 731866 info@lairhillocklodge.co.uk www.lairhillocklodge.co.uk

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(14) ÂŁ70-ÂŁ80 prpn (3) ÂŁ90-ÂŁ120 prpn (17) 90742

10908

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Orchardhill

Beach location next to St Cyrus National Nature Reserve.

Period house with garden terrace overlooking Stonehaven bay.

65 Evan Street, Stonehaven, Dbl/twn Aberdeenshire AB39 2HR Ensuite T: 01569 767897 M: 0776 595 6704 info@orchardhillbandb.co.uk www.orchardhillbandb.co.uk

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(2) ÂŁ65-ÂŁ75 prpn (2) 85079

(3) ÂŁ60-ÂŁ80 prpn (3) 91276

Dbl/twn Kirkside, St Cyrus, Ensuite Aberdeenshire DD10 0AQ T: 01674 830765 M: 0778 757 4604 theoldfishingstation@gmail.com www.theoldfishingstation.co.uk

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Pitgaveny Bed & Breakfast

Ground-floor rooms. Rural location six miles north of Stonehaven.

Private and secluded location within easy reach of local amenities.

Netherley, Stonehaven, Aberdeenshire AB39 3RB T: 01569 731105 info@amblesidebb.co.uk www.amblesidebb.co.uk

Baird Street, Stonehaven, Dbl/twn Kincardineshire AB39 2SP Ensuite T/F: 01569 764719 M: 0788 784 1019 cashercheryle@hotmail.com www.pitgavenybandb.co.uk

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(3) ÂŁ60-ÂŁ70 prpn (3) 11874

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Open: All year

(3) ÂŁ35-ÂŁ40 pppn (3) 49912

School Road, Fordyce, Aberdeenshire AB45 2SJ T: 01261 842743 M: 0771 267 0221 info@fordyceaccommodation.co.uk www.fordyceaccommodation.com

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Schonwald Bed & Breakfast

Crawfield Grange

We have two newly developed and decorated ensuite double rooms.

Beautiful four-star country house, easy access Stonehaven, Portlethen, Aberdeen.

Netherley, Stonehaven, Aberdeenshire AB39 3QL T: 01569 731272 schonwald123@yahoo.co.uk www.schonwald.co.uk

Dbl/twn (2) ÂŁ55-ÂŁ70 prpn Newbigging, Netherley, Ensuite/priv facs (2) Stonehaven AB39 3QJ T: 01569 730115 M: 0773 636 6613 admin@crawfieldgrange.co.uk www.crawfieldgrange.co.uk

89621

(3)ÂŁ45-ÂŁ50 prpn (3) ÂŁ32.50 pppn (6) 87600

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Creelwell Farmhouse

Woodside Of Glasslaw Guest House Ideally situated for tourists and business guests. Ample free parking.

64605

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Glenkindie, Alford, Aberdeenshire AB33 8SS T/F: 01975 641216 jones.thesmiddy@btinternet.com www.thesmiddy.co.uk

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Woodside of Glasslaw, Stonehaven, Sgl Dbl/twn Aberdeenshire AB39 3XQ T/F: 01569 763799 M: 0771 195 0504 Fam Ensuite aileenpaton@hotmail.com www.woodsideofglasslaw.co.uk

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STRATHDON

Comfortable country house, ideal base for castle and whisky trails.

Situated on B966 Auchenblae Road, five minutes west from Stonehaven.

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The Smiddy House

Tewel Farmhouse Bed & Breakfast Tewel, Stonehaven, Aberdeenshire AB39 3UU T: 01569 762306 Fax: 01569 760386 M: 0781 516 7404 tewel.farmhouse@btinternet.com

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Enjoy the relaxed atmosphere of farmhouse life in rural countryside.

(2) ÂŁ35-ÂŁ38 pppn Creelwell, Fortrie, Turriff AB53 4HY Sgl Dbl/twn (3) ÂŁ30-ÂŁ33 pppn T/F: 01466 730256 Ensuite (5) M: 0770 351 7764 DB&B from ÂŁ51.50 pppn frances@creelwell.co.uk www.creelwell.co.uk

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Self Catering, Individual Holiday Homes, Caravan Holiday Homes

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Cairngorm Lodges Woodcutters cabin is set in woodland deep in Royal Deeside.

Per week Cabin Bedrooms Sleeps

£290-£500 (1) (2) (4)

Open: All year 86778

c/o Craigmyle Estates, Craigharr House, Keith Hall, Inverurie AB51 0LN T: 01651 882773 info@cairngormlodges.com www.cairngormlodges.com

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Wing of private house in three acres of trees and wild garden, overlooking Dee Valley. One mile from Aboyne post office. Thirty miles from Aberdeen.

Varied bird life – red squirrels and roe deer when things are quiet.

Short breaks available - three nights £99. All prices exclude electricity.

• Near NTS properties • Near golf courses • Near gliding • Near fishing • Good walks nearby Dorevay, Birse, Aboyne, Aberdeenshire AB34 5BT T: 01339 886232 joanna@hubblebubble.org www.holidayfreedomscotland.com

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Glen Tanar Holiday Cottages With the magnificent backdrop of the River Dee, the pine forests and heatherclad moors of Royal Deeside and the Cairngorms National Park, Glen Tanar is a great place to relax and enjoy the great outdoors. Stay in one of our luxury selfcatering cottages and take part in some of our outdoor activities such as fishing, stalking and Land Rover safaris. For those wanting to explore further afield there is the Victorian Heritage Trail, historic castles, gardens and distilleries to try. Golfing, gliding and skiing close by.

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• Luxury accommodation • Royal Deeside location • Outdoor activities • Magnificent scenery • Peace and tranquility Glen Tanar Estate Brooks House, Glen Tanar, Aboyne, Aberdeenshire AB34 5EU T: 01339 886451 F: 01339 886047 robyn.mcpherson@glentanar.co.uk www.glentanar.co.uk Per week £300-£1,160 Cottage (6) Bedrooms (1-3)

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Craich Cottage has been renovated and extended to provide self-catering accommodation for up to six people in one double and two twin-bedded rooms. It is situated in the Donside area of rural Aberdeenshire. Located at the eastern edge of the Grampians it is ideally located for easy access to the attractions of the Whisky and Castle Trails, to Aberdeen and to the beaches and coast. In addition to sheep and cattle in nearby fields there is an abundance of wildlife to be seen around and about the cottage.

• Rural Aberdeenshire • Small working farm • Recently renovated cottage • Accommodates six persons

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Craich, Tough, Alford, Aberdeenshire AB33 8EN T: 01975 562584 john.f.wright237@btinternet.com www.craichcottage.co.uk

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Arisaig Cottage This peaceful cottage is enclosed in a delightful walled garden.

Per week Cottage Bedrooms Sleeps

for competitions, insider tips, & more!

£400-£560 (1) (2) (4) 12827

Mr A Davidson, Arisaig, 36 Victoria Road, Ballater, Aberdeenshire AB35 5QX T: 01339 755177 F: 01339 755149 info@angusdavidsonca.co.uk

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Situated in an excellent location of village and River Dee. T: 01224 486929 M: 0791 420 7357 / 0790 516 4339 atticflat@sky.com www.atticapartmentballater.com

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Balmoral Holiday Cottages There are five self-catering properties available on Balmoral Estates.

Balmoral Estates, The Estate Office, Balmoral, Ballater AB35 5TB T: 01339 742534 F: 01339 742034 info@balmoralcastle.com www.balmoralcastle.com

£500-£1,320 (5) (2-4) (3-7)

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Mrs P Heras

Beautiful Royal Deeside holiday home in Ballater area with five bedrooms.

Spacious, comfortable detached bungalow in quiet village location.

£650-£1,000

12 Woodburn Avenue, Aberdeen AB15 8JQ T: 01224 312069 patricia.heras@the-firs.info www.the-firs.info

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67775

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91588

10 Craigmillar Avenue, Milngavie, Glasgow G62 8AU T: 0141 956 6786 M: 0773 918 3947 gill.cowan@btinternet.com www.castlehillballater.co.uk

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Ballater Lodge consists of two luxury self-catering apartments in a fantastic location overlooking tennis courts and golf course.

Per week £325-£575 Apt/Flat (1) Bedrooms (2) Sleeps (up to 6)

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Mrs L Collins A comfortable and well equipped flat. Central Ballater.

Per week Flat Bedrooms Sleeps

£250-£400 (1) (2) (4) 44207

12 Skateraw Road, Newtonhill, Stonehaven, Aberdeenshire AB39 3PT T: 01569 731831 M: 0781 613 2242 lhcollins@supanet.com www.lhcollins.supanet.com

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Mrs J Fleming Beautiful cottage situated peacefully off the main square in Ballater.

Per week Cottage Bedrooms Sleeps

£480-£620 (1) (3) (2-6)

Open: All year 27107

45 Hillview Road, Edinburgh EH12 8QH T: 0131 334 6473 gairnshiel@hotmail.com www.gairnshiel.co.uk

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Glenernan Self Catering Cottages High specification Victorian Servants' Quarters off picturesque Royal Deeside.

Per week Cottage Bedrooms Sleeps

£250-£450 (2) (1) (1-2) 89595

37 Braemar Road, Ballater, Aberdeenshire AB35 5RQ T: 01339 753111 F: 01339 753288 enquiries@glenarnanguesthouse.com www.glenernanguesthouse.com

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Here in this magnificent setting, on the wooded banks of the River Dee, is one of the country's most prestigious holiday resorts – Hilton Craigendarroch.

True luxury self catering lodges in the heart of Royal Deeside, set high above the Dee Valley in The Cairngorms National Park your luxury lodge, sleeping up to four, six or eight awaits. Enjoy three, four or seven day holidays in these fabulous spacious properties. The resort hotel operates extensive leisure facilities including, pools, squash, tennis, sauna and steam rooms, bars and restaurant.

• Self catering lodges • Three night breaks • Four night breaks • Seven night stays • Extensive leisure facilities • Restaurants and bars • Swimming pool Braemar Road, Ballater, Aberdeenshire AB35 5XA T: 01339 755558 F: 01339 756077 higvc@hilton.com www.higvc.co.uk/rental

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Myrtle Cottage Myrtle Cottage is a beautiful holiday home suitable for families, couples or groups of friends, ideal for a weeks holiday or a relaxing long weekend.

Formerly an 18th century stable, the white washed granite cottage is spacious and well equipped. Conveniently situated two minutes walk from the centre of Ballater it provides easy access to shops, pubs and restaurants as well as extensive walking and leisure pursuits in the surrounding hills.

• Farmhouse style kitchen • Bright sun lounge • Beautiful spacious lounge • Garage for storage • Central location • Walks from cottage • Enclosed garden • Open coal fire Mrs S Copp, East Steading, South Bandodle, Midmar, Inverurie, Aberdeenshire AB51 7NN T: 01330 833557 myrtle_cottage_ballater@yahoo.co.uk www.cottageguide.co.uk/myrtlecottage/ Open: All year 79176

Invercauld Lodges Set in mature gardens and part of a former pine forest, Invercauld Lodges offers a quiet and relaxing holiday only a short 400 yards walk from the village centre.

The seven lodges cater for parties of between three and 10 people. The lodges are open all year round for short and longer breaks. The lodges have been refurbished over the last two years and offer cosy and tranquil surroundings and are close to beautiful walks around the golf course and by the River Dee.

Per week £425-£625 Cottage (1) Bedrooms (3)

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• Quiet and relaxing • Central location • Lovely walks • Table tennis table • Barbecues available • Newly refurbished • Heating included • Mature garden • Cosy and comfortable • DVDs and Freesat • Broadband available • From 3-10 people • Children's play area • Free welcome dram! • Free car parking David Hagan, Invercauld Road, Ballater, Aberdeenshire AB35 5RP T: 01339 755015 info@invercauldlodges.co.uk www.invercauldlodges.co.uk Per night £58-£135 Lodge House (1) Bedrooms (4) Lodges (6) Bedrooms (2)

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4 The Monaltrie Quality four-star self-catering accommodation in Ballater, Royal Deeside.

Per week Apartment Bedrooms Sleeps

£350-£420 (1) (2) (2-4) 80067

Strathcairn, Cammachmore, Stonehaven, Aberdeenshire, AB39 3NR T: 01569 731725 M: 0781 631 4353 sandra.wilson2@nhs.net www.monaltrie4.co.uk

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A great holiday opportunity for disabled people, their families and friends. Situated on the banks of the River Dee, overlooking Balmoral on Royal Deeside, in the heart of The Cairngorms National Park. The Manse Courtyard has been designed and equipped to the highest standard with excellent facilities for disabled people, their families and friends. State of the art facilities include overhead hoists, wheel-in shower, height-adjustable sink, clos-o-mat toilet, height-adjustable beds, induction hobs and TV/DVD. We also have a range of equipment available: shower chair, mobile hoist, scooter etc. Please ask for what you need.

• Access for all • Award-winning accommodation • Riverside location • Wheelchair accessible throughout • Pets welcome • Children welcome • Wildlife haven • Cairngorms National Park The Manse Courtyard, Crathie, Ballater, Aberdeenshire AB35 5UL, T: 01339 742100 F: 01339 742002 info@crathieholidays.org.uk www.crathieholidays.org.uk

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Per week £315-£695 Cottage (4) Bedrooms (2)

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Royal Deeside Woodland Lodges

Custom-built pine lodge with all the comforts of home.

£250-£700

Mrs S Wilson, Toll House, Bridge of Feugh, Banchory, Kincardineshire AB31 6NH T/F: 01330 822686 feugh@hotmail.com www.tollbridgelodge.co.uk

35851

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Daisy Burnett

£240-£390 (1) (2) (2-4)

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Peaceful woodland setting five minutes from charming town of Banchory. £250-£440

Glassel, Banchory, Aberdeenshire AB31 4DB T: 01339 882562 info@woodendchalets.co.uk www.woodendchalets.co.uk

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Cairnton Farm Cottages

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Per week Cottage Bedrooms Sleeps

£260-£480 (1) (2) (6) 67598

Drumhead, Finzean, by Banchory, Aberdeenshire AB31 6PB T: 01330 850771 M: 0771 200 1932 drumheadcottage@tiscali.co.uk www.deesideholidaycottage.co.uk

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Mrs J Gilbert

Quality pine lodges in quiet, rural location on Royal Deeside.

Two-bedroom apartment with outdoor decking area giving superb views.

Greenpark House, Banchory, Aberdeenshire AB31 4DB T: 01330 825544 M: 0797 470 0650 Info@greenparkleisure.co.uk www.greenparkleisure.co.uk

Cairn View, Lumphanan, Aberdeenshire AB31 4QJ T: 01339 883557 joyce_gilbert@hotmail.com www.cairnviewdeeside.co.uk

Open: All year

£320-£380 (1) (2) (4) Open: All year

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£275-£950 (2) (2-3) (4-6)

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Manse Croft

Cluny Cottage

Comfortable, spacious and well-appointed house with lots of extras.

A lovely country property often referred to as 'Tardis like'! £290-£480

Mrs Tricia MacPhail T: 0770 226 9609 mansecroft@gmail.com www.mansecroft.com

£400-£1,200 (1) (5) (10)

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Thornton Cottage

Lovely cottage within a walled garden centrally situated in Banchory.

Charming, modern, open-plan, two-bedroom cottage on Royal Deeside.

Rona Meldrum, Candyglirach, Drumoak, Banchory, Aberdeenshire AB31 5HN T: 01330 811807 rmellie@aol.com

(1) (1) (2+1) Open: All year

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£280-£700

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£220-£390

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Dallachy Farm Cottages Two lovely cottages with views over the Moray Firth.

£350-£450

Dallachy Farm, Boyndie, Banff, Aberdeenshire AB45 2LA T: 01261 861206 M: 0797 159 4209 stuart@dallachy.co.uk www.dallachy.co.uk

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£250-£450

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In the heart of Royal Deeside offering high standard s/c accommodation.

Open: All year

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BANFF Mrs A Rotheray

Spacious property in heart of Banff. Walking distance of local shops.

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Silverwells Farm, Turriff, Aberdeenshire AB53 8BS T/F: 01888 568804 silverwells2008@btinternet.com

Per night Cottage Bedrooms Sleeps

£50-£60 (1) (2) (4) 44554

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Spacious modern well equipped cottage in beautiful rural location.

£350-£700

79673

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Mrs K Dyer, 3 Grant Road, Banchory, Aberdeenshire AB31 5UW T: 01330 823143 khdyer2@tiscali.co.uk

Open: All year

Drumhead Cottage

Recently renovated from traditional farming outhouses with spectacular views.

St Cyrus, 6 Ramsay Road, Banchory, Aberdeenshire AB31 5TT T: 01330 822919 M: 0774 205 9249 ritchie.janice@yahoo.co.uk

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£160-£695

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Mrs D Alexander, Cluny Crichton, Banchory, Aberdeenshire AB31 4EB T: 01330 825555 cluny.c@btinternet.com www.clunycrichton.co.uk

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Woodend Chalet Holidays

Very comfortable, well-equipped lodges with open views.

Margaret Howie, Howie Irvine Ltd, Deeside Activity Park, Dess, Aboyne, Aberdeenshire AB34 5BD T: 01339 883536 F: 01339 883721 info@deesideactivitypark.com

Per week Chalet Bedrooms Sleeps

61418

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Craiglea, Inchmarlo Home Farm, Banchory, Aberdeenshire AB31 4BT T/F: 01330 822622 M: 0785 525 9356 daisyburnett@yahoo.com www.inchmarlolodges.co.uk

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Toll Bridge Lodge

Log cabins set in woodland overlooking Muir of Dinnet Nature Reserve.

Loch Kinord Hotel, Ballater Road, Dinnet, Aboyne, Royal Deeside, Aberdeenshire AB34 5JY T: 01339 885229 F: 01339 887007 stay@lochkinord.com

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Mrs C Greenlaw

Quiet, family-run park, within the picturesque Buchan coastline.

Cruden Bay, Peterhead, Aberdeenshire AB42 0PL T/F: 01779 812251 stephen@craigheadcamping.com

Per week Caravan Bedrooms Sleeps

£200-£350 (2) (2) (4)

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£150-£300

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Drumtochty Castle Stables

Mrs Pat Shea

Near golf, Stonehaven, Royal Deeside, Dunnotar Castle, fishing, wildlife, walks.

£220-£420

Mrs T Boudjnah, 1 Bernham Crescent, Stonehaven, Aberdeenshire AB39 2WQ T: 01561 360387 M: 0777 125 1634 stablesbooking@gmail.com

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BOYNDIE

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Per week Flat Bedrooms Sleeps

£420-£630 (1) (2) (4-5) 79446

Traditional seafront fisherman's cottage. Near beaches, golf, castle/whisky trails.

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Brownmuir Caravan Park

Mrs K Crowe Idyllically located historic self-catering cottages set in exquisite gardens.

Quiet, flat grassy park in rural location with all amenities.

St Brandon House Country Cottages, Boyndie, Banff, Aberdeenshire AB45 2JT T: 01261 843234 info@selfcatering-banff.co.uk

Fordoun, Laurencekirk, Aberdeenshire AB30 1SJ T/F: 01561 320786 brownmuircaravanpark@talk21.com

£215-£600 (2) (2-3) (4-6)

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£230-£250 (3) (2-3) (4-6)

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39452

Keithen, Cuminestown, Turriff, Aberdeenshire AB53 8JD T: 01888 544359 M: 0775 995 4073 belvedere_holidays@yahoo.co.uk www.belvedere-holidays.co.uk

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Craighead Caravan Park

Former farmhouse in a quiet rural location with stunning views.

Culbirnie Farm, Boyndie, Banff Aberdeenshire AB45 3AX T: 01261 843227 culbirnie@hotmail.co.uk

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Birchwood Cottage Newly rebuilt cottage in heart of Cairngorms National Park.

Per week Cottage Bedrooms Sleeps

£300-£450 (1) (2) (1-4) 15182

Birchwood, Chapel Brae, Braemar, Aberdeenshire AB35 5YT T: 01339 741599 anderson.birchwood@btinternet.com

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Braemar Holiday Lodges Set in grounds of hotel and conveniently situated for village.

Per week Log Cabin Bedrooms Sleeps

£250-£700 (9) (1-3) (2-6)

69343

Glenshee Road, Braemar, Royal Deeside AB35 5YQ T/F: 01339 741627 mail@braemarlodge.co.uk www.braemarlodge.co.uk

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Croft of Muicken Comfortable cottage near Braemar golf course, panoramic views to hills.

Per week Cottage Bedrooms Sleeps

£450 (1) (3) (6) 67834

Mrs E Stewart, 11 Russell Place, Edinburgh, Midlothian EH5 3HQ T: 0131 552 3866 M: 0771 149 8485 ehstewart@btconnect.com

• Historic converted stable • Built in 1750 • Eight-acre garden • Beach half mile • Fordyce half mile • Recently upgraded • Relax and unwind

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Relax and unwind in this beautiful historic cottage located in Scotland's 'hidden corner'. Built in 1750 and converted 30 years ago time stands still at Stable Cottage – there are no clocks or telephones – simply relax and unwind as you enjoy a break away from the stresses of everyday life. This 'B' listed cottage is set in an eight-acre garden near the historic 'A' listed ruin of Glassaugh House, ancestral home to the Abercrombie, Duff and Ogilvy families. Dave and Yvonne assure you of the warmest of Highland welcomes.

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Glassaugh Lodge, Fordyce, Aberdeenshire, AB45 2UL T: 01261 843434 M: 0773 602 6578 dave@stablecottagescotland.co.uk www.stablecottagescotland.co.uk

Well equipped, luxurious, close to amenities, Cairngorms National Park.

Per week House Bedrooms Sleeps

£750-£1,690 (1) (4) (11) 91495

Home Farm, Farrington, Exeter, Devon, EX5 2HY T: 01395 232293 M: 0798 093 2320 rupert_thompson@hotmail.com

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CROVIE, PENNAN

Per week £300-£500 Cottage (1) Bedrooms (2)

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Mrs E Pittendrigh

Seafront cottage. TripAdvisor rated. Parking close. Waves closer.

In rural Aberdeenshire, five miles from Fraserburgh.

£300-£495

Kirktown, Tyrie, Fraserburgh, Aberdeenshire AB43 7DQ T: 01346 541231 pittendrigh@supanet.com

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40728

c/o 45 Carrick Road, Ayr, KA7 2RD M: 0771 046 0694 13crovie@freescotland.com www.freescotland.com/crovie

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Mr J Morris Two-bedroom self-catering cottage in coastal location.

Dales Holiday Cottage T: 0845 268 8729 www.dales-holiday-cottages.co.uk

68432

Per week ÂŁ290-ÂŁ514 Cottage (1) Bedrooms (2) Sleeps (2-4+cot)

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Hillview Holiday Cottages Country cottages and residential caravans available for holiday letting. Pets welcome.

Per week ÂŁ195-ÂŁ650 Cottage (2) Res caravan (2) Bedrooms (2-3) Sleeps (6)

89905

Strichen House, Strichen AB43 6TN T: 01771 637208 M: 0787 503 3305 enquiries@hillviewholidaycottages.co.uk www.hillviewholidaycottages.co.uk

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Shirley & Neil McNiven Newly built cottages, on one level, wheelchair access, quiet location.

Per week Cottage Bedrooms Sleeps

ÂŁ230-ÂŁ550 (3) (2-3) (3-6) 56710

Stonefolds Farm, Stonefolds, Fyvie, Turriff, Aberdeenshire AB53 8NN T: 01651 891267 M: 0776 128 5998 info@stonefoldsfarmcottages.co.uk www.stonefoldsfarmcottages.co.uk

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Beggshill Bothy One bedroom self catering cottage in very rural location. ÂŁ250-ÂŁ350 (1) (1) (2) 74070

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Huntly Castle Caravan Park Four-star/five AA pennant, Thistle award holiday homes for hire.

Caravans (3) Sleeps (4-6) Per week ÂŁ285-ÂŁ545 Last arrival 9.30pm 31214

The Meadow, Huntly, Aberdeenshire AB54 4UJ T/F: 01466 794999 enquiries@huntlycastle.co.uk www.huntlycastle.co.uk

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The small town of Huntly.

ÂŁ275-ÂŁ375 (1) (1) (2-3) 55002

Smallburn, Cairnie, Huntly, Aberdeenshire AB54 4UE T: 01466 760219 mary.d.stelmach@btinternet.com www.factorshouse.net

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Spacious property in peaceful rural location, close to many attractions.

ÂŁ300-ÂŁ500

41714

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Warm, comfy, well-equipped cottage with amazing sea views, parking.

23 Highgate, Goosnargh, Preston PR3 2BX T: 01772 863214 twobearscottage@googlemail.com www.twobearscottage.co.uk

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WKL Properties Two luxury, architect designed lodges in a lovely rural location.

Per week Lodge Lodge + garage Bedrooms Sleeps

£539-£854 (1) (1) (3) (6)

84343

Clovenston Lodge, East Clovenstone Croft, Inverurie AB51 0YS T: 01467 622785 F: 01467 624185 admin@clovenstonelodge.co.uk www.clovenstonelodge.co.uk

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Mrs M Rawson Luxury cottage attached to farmhouse with views over surrounding hills.

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Greg or Maureen Manning Snipie's Bothy was converted from the original farmhouse at Snipefield in the early 1990s to a modern standard of construction and insulation, making it ideal for all-year-round use. Many features have been included to create a traditional homely atmosphere including a wood-burning stove. The Bothy, surrounded by farm and woodlands, has open views to Bennachie. Access is by a private tarmac road. Being close to the A96 allows easy access to tourist attractions and activities to suit all tastes. Fifteen percent discount for couples.

Per week Cottage Bedrooms Sleeps

£300-£450 (1) (2) (2-4) 73290

Open: All year

Gight Farmhouse, Sauchen, Inverurie, Aberdeenshire, AB51 7LP T: 01330 833647 M: 0776 556 8311 stay@gightfarmhouse.co.uk www.gightfarmhouse.co.uk

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• Cosy compact cottage • Quiet rural location • Child/dog friendly • Suitable four seasons • 60-acres woodland • South facing garden • Owner prepared • No extra charges Snipefield, Culsalmond, Insch, Aberdeenshire AB52 6TU T: 01464 841394 snipefield394@btinternet.com www.snipiesbothy.co.uk Per week £300-£525 Cottage (1) Bedrooms (1-3)

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The Wee Barn Superb four-star cottage beautifully renovated with high spec appliances.

Per week Cottage Bedrooms Sleeps

£400-£550 (1) (2) (4) 86026

• Quiet rural setting • Private gardens • Pet friendly • Limited mobility friendly • Kennels available • Freeview TV

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Arbuthnott Holiday Lets Comfortable holiday houses in scenic countryside just south of Aberdeen.

Per week £335-£605 Houses and Cottage (4) Bedrooms (3-4) Sleeps (2-7) 12410

Estate Office, Arbuthnott, Laurencekirk, Kincardineshire AB30 1PA T: 01561 320417 keith@arbuthnott.co.uk www.arbuthnottholidays.co.uk

Per week £260-£485 Cottage (2) Bedrooms (2-3)

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Middleton of Rora Cottage

Within Bennachies shadow, your North East home from home.

Per week Cottage (1) Bedrooms (2) Sleeps (4 + baby)

Lovely cottage. Ideal for cycling, walking, golf and birdwatching.

£322-£462

89491

Lower Middleton, Balquhain, Inverurie, Aberdeenshire AB51 5HA T: 01467 622505 M: 0792 972 9609 carndhu1@yahoo.co.uk www.lowermiddleton.co.uk

Brawliemuir Farm, Johnshaven, Montrose, Angus DD10 0HY T: 01561 362453 M: 0787 675 1959 carole@the-duvalls.com www.brawliemuircottages.co.uk

Middleton of Rora, Longside AB42 4US T: 01779 821002 M: 0777 065 0004 janemacdonald1@googlemail.com

£250-£400 (1) (3) (6)

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Old Inn Farm, Culsalmond, Insch, Aberdeenshire AB52 6TS T: 0770 738 9504 twiggscoot@aol.com theweebarn.tripod.com

We have two delightful stone built cottages converted to a high standard with fully-equipped modern country interiors in a quiet rural setting with sea views.

We are situated on the northeast coast in the Howe of the Mearns, 50 square miles of unspoiled countryside between the North Esk and the Bervie rivers.

This is a great base for exploring the Angus glens, the Mearns countryside, the castle trail including Glamis Castle and the dramatic cliff top Dunnottar Castle by Stonehaven. The spectacular beach and nature reserve at St Cyrus are close by.

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Mrs R Wiseman Delightful B-listed cottage in the historic market town of Inverurie.

Per week £350-£500 Cottage (1) Bedrooms (3) Sleeps (4-5 + baby)

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St Andrews House, St Andrews Gardens, Inverurie, Aberdeenshire AB51 3XT T: 01467 628 950 M: 0778 091 5676 rachel@jasmine-pm.demon.co.uk www.jasmine-pm.demon.co.uk

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Refurbished three-bedroom cottage in quiet country location, close to Peterhead.

67990

Per week £260-£420 Caravan (2) Bedrooms (2-3) Sleeps (up to 6)

Mr D Reid, Berryhill House, Longside Road, Peterhead, Aberdeenshire AB42 3JY M: 0770 347 9579 duncan.reid1@btconnect.com

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Woodside Bothy

Per week Cottage Bedrooms Sleeps

£325-£450 (1) (3) (6) 69162

Luxury Thistle award holiday homes on quiet five-star Holiday Park.

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Mrs K Donegan

Peaceful quiet location in Aberdeenshire. 15 miles from the coast.

Listed building in historic harbour area, with panoramic sea views.

£300-£500

Sea View Flat: 33 Blenheim Road, Caversham, Reading, Berks RG4 7RT T: 01183 773050 M: 0779 336 9475 rio_tech_33@ntlworld.com

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84110

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91251

Nether Oldwhat, New Deer, Turriff, Aberdeenshire AB53 6UL T: 01771 644307 susiehudson@hotmail.co.uk

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Berryhill Cottage

Myrus Holiday Park Myrus Crossroads, Macduff, by Banff, Aberdeenshire AB45 3QP T: 01261 812845 / 818947 myrusholidaypark@btinternet.com www.myrusholidaypark.co.uk

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The Harbour House Exceptional holiday house in the iconic village of Pennan.

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£440-£565 (1) (3) (6) 90887

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Cloak Caravan Park, Catterline

Mill of Nethermill Holidays

Peaceful location off coastal route to Aberdeen. Walks. Highland cattle.

Four seaside self-catering holiday cottages on the Moray Firth.

Per week Cottage/flat (4) Bedrooms (1-3) Sleeps (1-6)

Cloak House, Catterline, Stonehaven AB39 2UN T/F: 01569 750232 M: 0771 018 6401 info@cloakcaravanpark.co.uk

£245-£495

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Mill of Nethermill, By Pennan, Aberdeenshire AB43 6JA T: 01346 561482 stay@nethermillholidays.co.uk www.nethermillholidays.co.uk

For more information on Aberdeen City and Shire www.aberdeen-grampian.com

Per week Caravan Sleeps

from £280 (1) (6) 71766

c/o Habitat @ Ballater, Bridge Square, Ballater, Aberdeenshire AB35 5QJ T: 01339 753752 M: 0779 088 1427 info@harbourhousepennan.com www.harbourhousepennan.com

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Buchaam Holiday Properties Two stone built farm cottages ideally situated in picturesque Strathdon.

Per week £250-£450 Cottage (2) Bedrooms (2) Sleeps (up to 7)

16768

Buchaam Farm, Strathdon, Aberdeenshire AB36 8TN T/F: 01975 651238 buchaamhp@yahoo.co.uk www.buchaamfarm.co.uk

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Craigiedows Cottage Traditional cottage in secluded location, ideal for outdoor pursuits.

Per week Cottage Bedrooms Sleeps

£440-£550 (1) (3) (6) 84171

30 Balfour Road, Alford AB33 8NF T: 01975 564334 M: 0788 096 0141 ishbel.robertson@tiscali.co.uk www.craigiedows.co.uk

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Ardmiddle Mains Self Catering Cottages Exceptional country cottages, well equipped, central for golf, fishing, castles.

Per week Cottage Bedrooms Sleeps

£200-£700 (4) (1-4) (1-8) 28780

Ardmiddle Mains, Turriff, Aberdeenshire AB53 8AG T/F: 01888 562443 kate@ardmiddlecottages.co.uk www.ardmiddlecottages.co.uk

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Mr A Windsor

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Four-star self catering cottage in rural Aberdeenshire.

Per week Byth House Estates Ltd, Byth House, Cottage (1) New Byth, Turriff AB53 5XN (2) T/F: 01888 544230 M: 0796 698 6788 Bedrooms Sleeps (2-6) a.windsor@farming.co.uk www.gardencottagebyth.com

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Seggat Farm Cottages Seggat Farm is set in the middle of the rolling Aberdeenshire countryside. It is a peaceful haven with beautiful unspoilt views and plenty of wildlife. Both the east and northern coastlines can be reached in less than 30 minutes. We offer two beautifully renovated cottages for self catering holidays which are ideal for families or couples wanting a relaxed or adventurous holiday! There are many walks, beaches or castles to visit; or if you are keen at fishing, riding or shooting these are easily arranged for you. And don't forget the Whisky Trail! â&#x20AC;˘ Great touring base â&#x20AC;˘ Comfortable and spacious â&#x20AC;˘ Ground floor rooms â&#x20AC;˘ Beautiful quality cottages â&#x20AC;˘ Peaceful location â&#x20AC;˘ Countryside â&#x20AC;˘ On working farm Seggat, Auchterless, Turriff AB53 8DL M: 0783 156 8883 or 0776 613 0856 email@seggatfarm.co.uk www.seggatfarm.co.uk

www.facebook.com/visitscotland Per week ÂŁ300-ÂŁ600 Cottage (2) Bedrooms (3)

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Mrs M Cane Comfortable, family friendly house and cottage. Convenient city and shire.

Per week ÂŁ400-ÂŁ700 House and Cottage (2) Bedrooms (3-4) Sleeps (4-7)

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Ardo House, Whitecairns, Aberdeenshire AB23 8XN T: 01358 742276 F: 01358 742060 ardocottages@onetel.com www.holiday-cottages-aberdeen.co.uk

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Deeside Holiday Park South Deeside Road Maryculter, Aberdeen AB12 5FX T: 01224 733860 F: 01224 732490 deeside@holiday-parks.co.uk www.holiday-parks.co.uk

Caravans (6) Sleeps (2-6) Per week ÂŁ225-ÂŁ450 Touring/tent pitches (65) Per night ÂŁ13-ÂŁ20 Last arrival 8pm

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The Invercauld Caravan Club Site

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Nine miles from Glenshee with spectacular scenery and rugged coastline.

Per night ÂŁ13.50-ÂŁ28.40 The Warden, (97) Glenshee Road, Braemar AB35 5YQ Touring pitches Last arrival 8pm T: 01339 741373 enquiries@caravanclub.co.uk www.caravanclub.co.uk

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Craighead Caravan Park Cruden Bay, Peterhead, Aberdeenshire AB42 0PL T/F: 01779 812251 stephen@craigheadcamping.com

Caravans (2) Sleeps (4) Per week ÂŁ200-ÂŁ350 Touring/tent pitches (27) Per night ÂŁ10-ÂŁ15 Last arrival 9pm

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Brownmuir Caravan Park Flat, grassy rural park. Children's play area. Toilet block facilities.

Caravans (3) Sleeps (4-6) Fordoun, Laurencekirk, Per week ÂŁ230-ÂŁ250 Aberdeenshire AB30 1SJ Touring/tent pitches (11) T/F: 01561 320786 ÂŁ8-ÂŁ15.50 brownmuircaravanpark@talk21.com Per night Last arrival 10pm

Huntly Castle Caravan Park is situated in 15 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds close to the River Deveron and only a five minute walk to the town centre of Huntly. Huntly Castle Caravan Park is personally run by Hugh and Debbie Ballantyne who are always on hand to ensure you have a great holiday.

A quality service and high standards have earned Huntly Castle Caravan Park top awards from the Scottish Tourist Board, the British Holiday Parks Grading Scheme and the Automobile Association. There is always a warm welcome. â&#x20AC;˘ Central location â&#x20AC;˘ Close to town â&#x20AC;˘ Nearby Castle Trail â&#x20AC;˘ Nearby Whisky Trail â&#x20AC;˘ Nearby Coastal Trail â&#x20AC;˘ AA winner 2008 â&#x20AC;˘ Numerous golf courses â&#x20AC;˘ Fishing close by

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The Meadow, Huntly, Aberdeenshire, AB54 4UJ T/F: 01466 794999 enquiries@huntlycastle.co.uk www.huntlycastle.co.uk

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Wairds Park

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Family touring site and playpark situated in picturesque fishing village.

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Stunning views out to the Moray Firth and surrounding countryside.

Caravans (5) Sleeps (4-6) Headiton Farmhouse, Longmanhill, Per week £160-£280 Banff, Aberdeenshire AB45 3RN T: 01261 832933 M: 0776 375 8569 Last arrival 11pm headiton.holidays@btinternet.com www.headiton-holidays.com

Ideal for children, direct access to award-winning beach.

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Caravan (3) Sleeps (4/6) Per week £295-£400 Touring/tent pitches (46) Per night £14-£20.50 Last arrival 9pm

ST CYRUS

State of the art adults only touring facilities.

Touring/tent pitches (25) Myrus Crossroads, Macduff, Per night £13-£22

by Banff, Aberdeenshire AB45 3QP T: 01261 812845 / 818947 myrusholidaypark@btinternet.com www.myrusholidaypark.co.uk

Delightful quiet family park situated on the magnificent Aberdeenshire coast.

From £15 St Cyrus, Montrose, Angus DD10 0DE Per night Touring pitches (28) T/F: 01674 850328 Last arrival 9pm tully@bowstrips.freeserve.co.uk www.ukparks.co.uk/eastbowstrips

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A level, grassy, sheltered and peaceful park.

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Tarland Camping and Caravanning Club Site Per night £19-£25.80 Tarland, by Aboyne, (per 2 people) Aberdeenshire AB34 4UP Touring/tent pitches (52) T: 01339 881388 / 0845 130 7633 Last arrival 8pm enquiries@thefriendlyclub.co.uk www.campingandcaravanningclub.co.uk/tarland

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The campsite shares the same spectacular scenery as the Balmoral Estate.

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Portsoy harbour during the Scottish Traditional Boat Festival.

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Habitat @ Ballater Modern stylish self catering accommodation in a central village location.

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Braemar Youth Hostel Set in the heart of the Cairngorms National Park.

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Corrie Feragie, 21 Glenshee Road, Braemar, Aberdeenshire AB35 5YQ T/F: 01339 741659 reservations@syha.org.uk www.hostellingscotland.com

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We’ll be welcoming people from all over the world to share in our celebrations, so why not join us? Aberdeenshire is home to Scotland’s only Castle Trail, showcasing Scottish architecture from as far back as the 11th century, whilst Aberdeen itself hosts a wide array of live music, theatre and art.

To find out more and sign up for your free Scotland e-newsletter, go to www.visitscotland.com/creative

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