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Sweet Donside Cabins

2.0 star property

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Scotsbank, Strathdon, Scotland, AB36 8UR
  • Place, Cairngorms National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Corgraff Castle
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Balmoral Castle
    ‪34 min drive‬

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Luxury Cabin, 1 Bedroom (The Wee Love Nest (no pets))

  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Cabin, 1 Bedroom (The Wee Beehive)

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Cabin, 1 Bedroom (The Wee Bears Den)

  • Hill view
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Cabin, 1 Bedroom (The Wee Fae Hideaway)

  • Hill view
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Strathdon

Located within a leisurely stroll of Corgraff Castle, Sweet Donside Cabins is within a 10-minute drive of Lecht 2090. The 5 rooms at this lodge include kitchenettes, electric kettles, and free tea bags/instant coffee.
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What's nearby

  • Cairngorms National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Corgraff Castle - 17 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Balmoral Castle - 34 min drive - 20.3 miles
  • Braemar Castle - 48 min drive - 30.0 miles
  • Glenlivet Distillery - 48 min drive - 32.1 miles

Getting around

  • Keith and Dufftown Railway - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Goodbrand & Ross Tearoom - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Steading Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Colquhonnie Hotel House - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Goodbrand & Ross - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Strathdon Bar - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Sweet Donside Cabins

Sweet Donside Cabins features free WiFi in public areas and barbecue grills. If you drive, put free parking to good use.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • Area rugs in room
  • No elevator
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Tile flooring in room

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; access will be through a private entrance
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Key retrieval, private entrance

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 20.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Dogs only
  • 1 total pets
  • Pets may not be left unsupervised
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • This property doesn't allow children

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Pet fee: GBP 20.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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/debit cards
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM—-11:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Driving? This property offers free parking.

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.
  • This property accepts credit/debit cards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The lodge can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Sweet Donside Cabins Lodge
Sweet Donside Cabins Strathdon
Sweet Donside Cabins Lodge Strathdon

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do close to Sweet Donside Cabins?

This lodge is located in Strathdon within a short 13-minute walk of Corgraff Castle. Lost Gallery is also within a driving distance of 3.1 mi.

How much does it cost to stay at Sweet Donside Cabins?

As of Jun 16, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sweet Donside Cabins on Jun 17, 2026 start from $293, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available on site at Sweet Donside Cabins?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the lodge.

Does Sweet Donside Cabins feature a casino on the premises?

No, Sweet Donside Cabins doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Sweet Donside Cabins?

No, there is no indoor pool at this lodge.

What do couples enjoy most about Sweet Donside Cabins?

Couples staying at this lodge will value amenities like a kitchenette, a private outdoor hot tub in some guestrooms, as well as a firepit.

Does Sweet Donside Cabins have a hot tub?

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

Does Sweet Donside Cabins have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, Sweet Donside Cabins doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Sweet Donside Cabins allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Sweet Donside Cabins for a fee of GBP 20.00 per accommodation, per stay.

Does Sweet Donside Cabins have connecting rooms available?

No, this lodge doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Sweet Donside Cabins?

Yes, some guestrooms at this lodge offer a deck/patio where guests can enjoy hill and courtyard views.

Sweet Donside Cabins Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a magical little place this is! Absolutely loved the cabin and all the unique decor and trinkets and the location is breathtaking…so peaceful. The couples hot tub was perfect and nice to relax in after coming back from lovely walks. Well done to the owners of the Sweet Donside Cabins. We’d love to come back.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect Stay

Nothing but positive things to say about Sweet Donside Cabins. Cabins and facilities were spotlessly clean, TV beds very spacious and comfortable, with the attention to detail excellent. Hot tubs were clean and well maintained. Lots of extra touches including a welcome basket.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024