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2 bedroom accommodation in Dess, Aboyne
Cottage in Aboyne with kitchen and fireplace
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9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4
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Explore the area

Dess, Aboyne
- Place, Deeside Activity Park18 min walk
- Place, Balmoral Castle37 min drive
- Place, Union Square Shopping Centre48 min drive
- Airport, Aberdeen (ABZ)41 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom
1 Double Bed
Bedroom
2 Single Beds
2 bathrooms
Bathroom
Bathroom
Spaces
Kitchen
Garden
About this property
2 bedroom accommodation in Dess, Aboyne
This unusual property, complete with an open fire, is in a beautiful area of Scotland and close to Balmoral.. This most attractive, Victorian, detached baronial gatehouse is situated just off the road between Aberdeen and Balmoral and offers gracious living in the heart of Royal Deeside. The interior has been attractively furnished in traditional style with pitch pine finishings, open fire, tartan flooring and tasteful antiques. Surrounded on three sides by the gardens, its location is ideal for a holiday exploring this beautiful area. Enjoy the charms of the surrounding towns and villages - from Banchory with its bustling high street to Ballater, famed for its royal connections. Many historical places of interest, from the castles of Crathes and Balmoral to the standing stones of Tomnaverie. Superb scenery surrounding the area enhances any day out. Shops 2 miles, pub 3 miles.
Please note: There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.. 4 steps to entrance.
Ground Floor:
Living room: Freeview TV, Open Fire, Sofa Bed (Flexible Sleeping Only)
Kitchen/dining room: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Attachment, Toilet. Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Raised lawn with sitting-out area and garden furniture. Private parking for 1 car, additional private parking. Please note: There is a drop and a bank in the garden.
Free WiFi
There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
There are drops in the garden.
Please note: There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.. 4 steps to entrance.
Ground Floor:
Living room: Freeview TV, Open Fire, Sofa Bed (Flexible Sleeping Only)
Kitchen/dining room: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Attachment, Toilet. Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Raised lawn with sitting-out area and garden furniture. Private parking for 1 car, additional private parking. Please note: There is a drop and a bank in the garden.
Free WiFi
There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
There are drops in the garden.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Fireplace
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number AS-00612-F
About the area
Aboyne
Aboyne is home to this cottage. The Butterworth Gallery and Banchory Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Deeside Activity Park and Royal Deeside Railway. Battle Grounds Adventure Activities and Alford Valley Steam Railway are also worth visiting.

Dess, Aboyne
What's nearby
- Deeside Activity Park - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
- Falls of Feugh - 15 min drive - 17.0 km
- Craigievar Castle - 21 min drive - 18.5 km
- Crathes Castle and Gardens - 22 min drive - 25.0 km
- Balmoral Castle - 37 min drive - 44.3 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Corner House Tearoom - 7 min drive
- The Boat Inn - 7 min drive
- Spider On A Bicycle - 7 min drive
- The Lodge on the Loch of - 6 min drive
- Costa Express - 6 min drive
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