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A cozy cabin interior with a dining table set for a meal, a sofa with cushions, and a fireplace.
A cozy room with a wood-burning stove, a leather sofa, and a wicker basket.
A cozy cabin interior with a dining area, kitchen, and a sofa with fluffy cushions.
A wooden cabin with a porch, a chimney, and a deck.
A cozy wooden room with a bed, bedside tables, a lamp, a framed picture, and a window with curtains.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Banchory, Aberdeenshire
  • Place, Banchory Museum
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Platform 22
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Falls of Feugh
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Aberdeen (ABZ)
    ‪33 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Banchory

This cottage places you within a 10-minute drive of Woodend Barn Arts Centre and Royal Deeside Railway. The cottage includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Banchory Museum - 5 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Platform 22 - 5 min drive - 4.1 miles
  • Falls of Feugh - 6 min drive - 4.4 miles
  • Woodend Barn - 6 min drive - 5.5 miles
  • Go Health and Beauty - 6 min drive - 5.5 miles

Getting around

  • Kintore Station - 29 min drive
  • Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Scott Skinner's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cowshed - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Tease Coffee Bar - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Forest Cafe - ‬15 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.

Ben Macdui - sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms

Comfortable, three bedroomed dog friendly lodge in a peaceful location in rural Scotland.
Just five minutes drive from the bustling town of Banchory - and even closer to the village of Torphins in Aberdeenshire.
Ben Macdui is large, comfortable and open plan, with patio doors onto a covered deck, three bedrooms (one ensuite) and a second full bathroom.
Perfect base to explore the beautiful north east of Scotland with castles galore (including the Royal residence at Balmoral), majestic mountains, the River Dee, plentiful wildlife, plus skiing and boarding in winter.
Something for every season!
The cottage is heated and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine and an ironing board.

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Total with taxes and fees
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21

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.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • 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.

Property is also known as

571643

Frequently asked questions

What can I see around this cottage?

This cottage is located in Banchory, close to Falls of Feugh, Crathes Castle and Gardens, and Royal Deeside Railway. You'll also find Woodend Barn and Go Health and Beauty within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Ben Macdui - sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms?

No, this cottage doesn't offer parking.

Is this cottage adjacent to a casino?

No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this cottage?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Ben Macdui - sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms?

Couples staying at this cottage will appreciate amenities like a kitchen and a smart TV as well as a garden.

Are there hot tubs at Ben Macdui - sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms?

No, this cottage doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this cottage provide breakfast?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this cottage allow pets to stay for free?

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

Are there connecting rooms at Ben Macdui - sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this cottage.

Where is the closest airport to this cottage?

The closest major airport to this cottage is Aberdeen Airport (ABZ), which is 20.5 mi away (38 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Ben Macdui - sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms?

Yes, every cottage at Ben Macdui - sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms comes with a balcony.

Ben Macdui - sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

CJ S.

Wonderful stay!

Macdui was perfect for our visit to Banchory. We appreciated the welcome goodies and wood burner and logs in the cold wintry weather and were warm and comfortable. It had everything we needed. Adrian popped right over to fix the wifi and quickly got it working again. Highly recommend a stay here.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful venue for family gathering

Absolutely wonderful place to stay, lovely and quiet, beautiful environment inside and outside the cabins, and we had a wonderful family gathering over a couple of nights, using both facilities, and making full use of the lovely veranda at the end of a warm evening – thank you!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Perfect accommodation

Some friends stayed at this lodge when visiting us. The lodge was clean and welcoming and in a lovely spot. Our friends had a wonderful stay, and said the beds were very comfortable. Thank you!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Excellent

Comfortable, warm accommodation. Ursula was very helpful and flexible on everything. Would highly recommend.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cosy cabin

This simple, cosy cabin was great for a family holiday with 4 generations. The ramp, grab rails in the bathroom and one level living helped the elderly and the cot, high chair and laundry room worked for the baby. The cabin was clean, warm, welcoming and functional. We enjoyed the sunny deck and the daffodils.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A short holiday in Scotland

Really nice stay very relaxing easy to get to towns we wanted visit. I bet it is lovely in summer sat on porch. The shop handy at the garage as well. Log was good as well no need to be cold. All in all very nice place would liked to stop longer
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Rural log cabin in Deeside

Good location for sightseeing and walking in Deeside . Comfortable beds but sofas very soft and low . Outside area is not gated .
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Reena T.

April Stay

The cabin was very comfortable and in excellent location. It had all the necessary equipment . A washing machine would be helpful as the weather is so changeable. A delightful stay . The WiFi was unpredictable but on the walks we could get good signal to book our days out .
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A good family break

A lovely lodge with everything you need for a home from home break. The lodge was lovely and clean. The beds were very comfy and the wood burner was a nice touch, especially when it was cold in October. A nice area for kids to play in. My wee boy appreciated the goals to play football with. A nice base for Banchory and the surrounding area. Need to take the car to travel to shops but a lovely, quiet area to get away from everything. Thank you!
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Joanne C.

Mountain Biking & Deeside Exploration

The lodge was easy enough to find but we were thankful the second lodge wasn't occupied as parking would be very tight. It would be helpful if there was some basic solar lighting or similar leading from the carpark to the lodge for after dark returns. The lodge is furnished as per pictures, perhaps the rugs and cushions should be of a more durable nature (less fluffy). We enjoyed the ease of access to mountain bike trails in Banchory and the public bus service between the key Deeside towns is good albeit you need to get in to Banchory to start your journey. The kitchen had all we needed and the washing facilities are adjacent which is handy. Overall a nice 6 night stay and we were impressed with Banchory amenities.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Fergus M.

Ben Macdui

Lodge is a little tired and showing its age. Mattresses have seen better days. Car parking a little small, particularly if people are in the other lodge
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Family stay at Ben Macdui

Overall our stay at Ben Macdui was good. The lodge was well equipped for kitchen needs, it has plenty of storage in the bedrooms and the log burner is a cosy addition for colder evenings. We used it as a base from which to explore Aberdeenshire and Kincardineshire. It was quiet and the welcome pack was a lovely addition. We had a small issue with broadband which the owners resolved promptly. The owners were friendly and helpful. There were a few areas for improvement. Primarily the car parking, it was very small when there were other cars there. I imagine there is space for 3 cars but only when sensibly parked. The shower in the main bathroom looks like it's been part renewed, but needs a new holder to go with the new head as when turned on it falls off it's holder.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A perfect stay!

Our family of 5 had the perfect stay, we were had a long drive up and was welcomed with a lovely little hamper. The rooms were ideal and spacious enough. Especially with 3 teenagers. The bathroom could have had locks that worked, just to save. Don’t come in the bathroom every 5 minutes from the kids! Ha. We spent most our days out about exploring with friends but the lodge was more than adequate to entertain friends. Whilst the children played outside, we sat on the large deck area eating enjoying food together. I found their website to be really helpful and referred to the list of things to do - highly recommend working your way through their suggestions. We also used Banchory Cycles to hire bikes out for our son’s 15th birthday. Only £25.00 for the day. They had the best time exploring the area. Will definitely be returning and have already recommended to friends. We loved it - just wish we had booked for longer.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vink

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Zeer welkom ontvangen, alles goed geregeld en goed georganiseerd. We hebben een heel prettig verblijf gehad.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Claudia W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Klein aber fein

Sehr gemütliches Cottage im Grünen mit großer Terrasse. Man hat alles, was man braucht. Besonders freundlich war auch der Kontakt zum Vermieter, der uns zahlreiche Tipps für Unternehmungen und Restaurantempfehlungen gegeben hat
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We had a good time

Das Anwesen ist sehr ruhig gelegen (genau das Richtige für gestresste Großstädter), aber mit dem Auto ist binnen 10 Minuten alles erforderliche (u.a. großer Tesco) erreichbar. Sehr nette und hilfsbereite Vermieter, mit denen man gerne auch mal außer der Reihe plaudert. Betten, Einrichtung und Ausstattung sind OK.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Gemütliche stilvolle Hütte

Super Hütte, sauber, stilvoll, gute Ausstattung, 2 Bäder etc. Gute Lage zum Cairngorm NP und eastcoast