Just within Cairngorms National Park is the tranquil village of Dinnet in Aberdeenshire. Dinnet is a very small village surrounded by woodlands and is set in the charming valley of the meandering River Dee. Dinnet is a wonderful place to stay in a country cottage and relax in tranquil surroundings.
About Self-Catering Holidays in Dinnet nr Aboyne
Discover some of the best of the Cairngorms National Park and Royal Deeside with a self-catering break here. Loch Kinord is nearby which is wonderful to take walks by, and the Deeside town of Aboyne is just 4 miles from the village. Here you will find a more bustling atmosphere with plenty of shops, restaurants, cafés and pubs, as well as a golf club. If you wish to visit the city of Aberdeen for a day trip then it is only 35 miles away by car and is a vibrant and historical place to visit, as well as being home to a fine sandy beach!
Also close to Dinnet is Royal Deeside, an area so named because of its royal connections. Braemar, home to historical Braemar Castle is just 22 miles away and the quaint town of Ballater just 7 miles away. Close to Ballater is Balmoral Castle, one of the queen’s favourite places to holiday. It is usually possible to visit the grounds and gardens of this amazing castle in the summer months between April and July but please note that admission is not free and entry charges apply. Choose a self-catering break in or close to Dinnet and discover just why the royals rate this area of Scotland so highly.
Need some inspiration on where to stay? Country Cottages Online can help. How about a Scottish log cabin or a country cottage in the Scottish countryside. Wherever you choose, we hope you find a perfect cottage to rent for you in Dinnet or nearby.
Whether you choose to book a holiday cottage in Dinnet nr Aboyne, an apartment, a lodge or another type of self-catering holiday accommodation, we hope you have your best holiday yet in Aberdeenshire.