Aberdeenshire, on the north east coast of Scotland, offers holiday makers a captivating choice of spectacular scenery between the Grampian Mountains and the North Sea. Aberdeen, often called the 'oil capital of Europe' is a vibrant, cosmopolitan city with good rail, air and road connections. An hour's drive delivers you into Royal Deeside with its castles and pine forests, while further west the village of Braemar epitomises the best of the Scottish Highlands. To the south, Stonehaven with its pub-lined harbour, is a must for lovers of seafood and real ale; and during the summer months make sure you take in a local Highland Games, one of Aberdeenshire's many outstanding attractions. Read more
Spacious 3-bedroom property situated in the quiet village of Potterton. Ideal for families with children, the house has a large, fully contained back garden as well as a play park immediately outside the property. The garden benefits from beautiful views of the sea. Inside there is a 55" TV and Xbox 360 console. Ideally located in the tranquil village of Potterton, just 10 minutes from Aberdeen City centre and all of its attractions. The large driveway can accommodate several vehicles. Ideally located in the tranquil village of Potterton, just 10 minutes from Aberdeen City centre and all of its attractions and two minutes from the City Bypass.
"Holly Leaf Cottage - Drum Castle Estate" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Banchory. The vibrant suburb of Peterculter - also known as Culter, is a charming location resting 8.3 miles away from Aberdeen city centre, sitting on the northern banks of the serene River Dee. Peterculter is home to a generous selection of shops,...
"Peppermill Cottage" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 3 guests in Banff. Whitehills is one of the charming fishing villages that dot the breathtaking northeastern coast of Scotland. There is a convenience store, a fish market, a restaurant, and a bar in the village. The village's modern marina is a popular docking...
"Viola Cottage" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Fraserburgh. Bordering the mouth of the Moray Firth, resting on the north east coast is the bustling town of Fraserburgh. Offering a great location for a seaside retreat, Fraserburgh has a host of amenities including shops, pubs and restaurants, and is...
"Nef-Stedi" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 6 guests in Inverurie. Inverurie is a charming village with a monthly farmers' market, also offering a great selection of shops, pubs and restaurants as well as an 18 hole golf course. The city of Aberdeen lies within easy reach and is a memorable day out for...
"P'lace of Glassaugh" is a 4 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 8 guests in Fordyce. Portsoy is a port between Cullen and Banff on the Moray Firth coast. Boasting two harbours and facilities including hotels, pubs and shops, Portsoy is a great holiday destination and is near to the Malt Whisky Trail. The area has golf courses...
"Cottage in Aberdeenshire" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Fettercairn. As named, the property sits at the grand entrance of the Fasque Estate, which is absolutely stunning whatever the season, with woods, streams and paths to explore. It is a haven for wildlife, home to otters, eagles, red squirrels, deer and...
"Cottage in Aberdeenshire" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 6 guests in Banchory. The town of Banchory is located approximately 20 miles west of Aberdeen, adjacent to the magnificent River Dee, offering diverse attractions and activities. Crathes Castle and Gardens (9 miles) beckons with its rich history, offering a glimpse...
"Drostan House" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Fraserburgh. Rosehearty is a town and settlement situated on the Moray Firth coast of Aberdeenshire in Scotland, dating back hundreds of years. The town offers a picturesque country park, a lovely sandy beach and a Community Boat Club, with a local Spar and...
"Moray View" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Macduff. On the Moray Coast in the northeast of Scotland, MacDuff is located on Banff Bay and has a view of the town of Banff across the estuary of the River Deveron. Macduff has beautiful sunsets and breath-taking sea views, and the town's architecture...
"2 College Bounds" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Fraserburgh. Fraserburgh is situated just along the north east coast from Aberdeen and borders the mouth of the Moray Firth. Whilst it is still a busy fishing port the number of boats has decreased dramatically over the years, although todays boats are far...
"11 Village" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Banff. Portsoy is a town in Aberdeenshire, Scotland. It offers a small selection of pubs and restaurants, with a supermarket for your amenities. The town is known for its local jewellery made from 'Portsoy marble' and hosts an annual Scottish...
"Milltown House" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Turriff. Turriff is a town in Aberdeenshire, offering excellent shopping and leisure facilities as well as a selection of restaurants. The area offers castles and woodlands, as well as a range of golf courses. The trip to Aberdeen is certainly worth it,...
"Seaspray Cottage" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 5 guests in Banff. Whitehills is just one of the numerous picturesque fishing villages dotting Scotland's magnificent north east coast. The village has a great local bar providing decent meals, a well-rated restaurant near the marina, as well as a grocer's and a...
"Main Street" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 5 guests in Banff. Gardenstown, a fishing settlement founded in 1720 by Alexander Garden, is frequently lumped in with neighbouring Gamrie and Crovie as a single community. Gardenstown is located on the edge of a tiny sandy bay with beautiful landscape on both...
"36 Sandend Village" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 6 guests in Banff. Portsoy is a town in Aberdeenshire, Scotland. It offers a small selection of pubs and restaurants, with a supermarket for your amenities. The town is known for its local jewellery made from 'Portsoy marble' and hosts an annual Scottish...
"Cottage in Aberdeenshire" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 6 guests in Aboyne. Nestled in a splendid, peaceful tranquil location on the edge of the Cairngorms National park, perfect for numerous outdoor pursuits in this Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The Victorian village of Ballater known as the jewel of the...
"11 Ambleside Court" is a 2 bed holiday Apartment sleeping up to 4 guests in Banchory. Banchory is an attractive Scottish town lying approximately 15 miles west of Aberdeen on the banks of the River Dee. It is a vibrant and well serviced town and nearby Crathes Castle is a popular tourist attraction and is considered to be one of...
"Newseat" is a 6 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 13 guests in Huntly. The pretty town of Huntly is located in Speyside, and is surrounded by rolling Scottish hills and open fields. The town has an interesting history, and the Standing Stones of Strathbogie lie in the centre of Huntly just beside the Brander...
"Ocean View" is a 2 bed holiday Apartment sleeping up to 5 guests in Banff. Banff is described as the 'coastal gem' of Scotland and very much lives up to its title, featuring stunning bays - Banff and Boyndie. Containing numerous amenities, visitors can find everything they require in the seaside town; before exploring...
"15 Waters Edge" is a 4 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 8 guests in Banff. A former county town and a Royal Burgh, Banff is a fabulous area in the region of Scotland. The town holds a lot of impressive architecture, including Georgian themes running through the upper side, it holds of lot of beauty from its buildings...
"20 South High Street" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 6 guests in Banff. Portsoy, a historic port located on the pretty Moray Firth coast between the towns of Cullen and Banff, is just one of many atmospheric fishing ports dotted along this impressive stretch of north east Scotland's coastline. Portsoy, with its...
"Mavisbank" is a 5 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 10 guests in Peterhead. The quaint village of Mintlaw may be found in the gorgeous county of Aberdeenshire, just a short distance from the lively town of Peterhead and the serene east coast. Mintlaw, a small town in the Scottish Highlands, is home to a number of...
"Drumrunie" is a 6 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 12 guests in Braemar. The village of Braemar in Royal Deeside sits amongst some of the most beautiful scenery Scotland has to offer. Nestling in the River Dee valley within the Cairngorms National Park, Braemar and the area around it are a treasure trove for the...
"11 Village" is a 0 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 0 guests in Banff.
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On the one hand you have the city of Aberdeen, which has undergone a regeneration process in recent years to create a spirited atmosphere with a lively nightlife. Indeed, the esteemed university in the city further adds to its vibrancy and there is a real energy around the place. It is also home to various well known and major stores and the city offers excellent shopping with various shopping malls alongside small, independent outlets.
Aberdeenshire is a county that is steeped in history and a special Aberdeenshire Castle Trail can take you around the various ancient structures within its boundaries. In fact, around sixteen castles are still in existence in one form or another. This includes the magnificent z-plan Brodie Castle which is complete with secret passageways and well-kept gardens and Huntly Castle, which has played an important role in Scottish history particularly throughout the first Jacobite Rising in 1689.
The makeup of the county makes it a prime location for adventure sports with surfing, canoeing and rafting, all popular pursuits in the often temperamental waters off the Scottish coast. The rural nature of Aberdeenshire also provides it with great walking and cycling routes through the windswept hills and landscapes of the Scottish countryside, while more adventurous visitors can take part in hand gliding, mountain biking and horseback riding. Even though the county receives its fair share of snow during the winter months there are some great indoor ski centres where skiing enthusiasts can test their skills on the artificial slopes.
Whisky, of course, plays a major role in Scottish heritage and no more so is this the case than in Aberdeenshire. There are no less than twelve distilleries throughout the county offering their own unique blend of whiskies and methods of producing and storing the famous drink. The Fettercairn Distillery has been open since the 19th century and most distilleries offer tours (and free samples!) for those who want to learn more about this age old tradition. The county is also famous for several foods such as Aberdeen Angus beef, Cullen Skink, butteries and shortbread which can all be tasted throughout the area.
Aberdeenshire has a lot more to offer than its reputation suggests. Even though the city of Aberdeen has gained a reputation as an industrious metropolis due to North Sea oil, it is a welcoming and vibrant city full of nightlife and shopping. The surrounding rural area offers great views of the Scottish countryside, while the long stretches of coastline provide a breezy outlet from urban life. Aberdeenshire is a mixture of urban, rural and coastal areas and combines all three perfectly to create a diverse tourist destination.
