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Highland Cottage in the heart of Royal Deeside

Vacation home with kitchen, near Cairngorms National Park

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Outdoor dining
Property grounds
2 bedrooms, WiFi
Private kitchen
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly

Explore the area

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Aboyne, Aberdeenshire
  • Place, Muir of Dinnet National Nature Reserve
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Ballater Library
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Balmoral Castle
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Airport, Aberdeen (ABZ)
    ‪48 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Aboyne

Located within a mile (2 km) of Cairngorms National Park, this vacation home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Muir of Dinnet National Nature Reserve. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a TV.

What's nearby

  • Muir of Dinnet National Nature Reserve - 5 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • Ballater Library - 11 min drive - 9.1 miles
  • Ballater Golf Club - 11 min drive - 9.3 miles
  • Deeside Activity Park - 13 min drive - 9.8 miles
  • Balmoral Castle - 21 min drive - 17.7 miles

Getting around

  • Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Corner House Tearoom - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Boat Inn - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Bean For Coffee - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪brown sugar café - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Lochnagar Indian Brasserie - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Highland Cottage in the heart of Royal Deeside

Station Cottage is a cosy and welcoming countryside cottage, set in the small Aberdeenshire town of Dinnet in Royal Deeside. Our traditional self-catering cottage is the perfect place for family getaways or relaxing couples retreats, sleeping up to 4 guests with 2 bedrooms, a full kitchen & cosy living room with logburner. There are fantastic walking and cycling routes which you can explore right from the doorstep along with lovely coffee shops and local restaurants to enjoy during your stay.
The vacation home features a kitchen and space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine and a fireplace.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events 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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector.

Property is also known as

272527

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do close to this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Aboyne within a short 18-minute walk of Cairngorms National Park. Muir of Dinnet National Nature Reserve is also within a driving distance of 3.7 mi.

Is there parking available at this vacation home?

No, there isn't parking available at the vacation home.

Is this vacation home associated with a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Highland Cottage in the heart of Royal Deeside?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this vacation home, including a fireplace and a kitchen in each accommodation and fireplaces in some.

Are there hot tubs at Highland Cottage in the heart of Royal Deeside?

No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this vacation home include breakfast service?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Aberdeen Airport (ABZ), which is about 27.2 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Highland Cottage in the heart of Royal Deeside?

No, you won't find accommodations with balconies at Highland Cottage in the heart of Royal Deeside.

Reviews

Highland Cottage in the heart of Royal Deeside Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 4 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jo D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent

Beautiful property. Tastefully decorated. Wanted for nothing. Would recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great contact; lovely properly; all impeccable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful cottage!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marion G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Idéalement située, station cottage est une location très propre, très calme et qui dispose de tout pour une famille de 4personnes. C était parfait !
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025