Cottages in Aberdeenshire and Self-Catering in Scotland's Castle Country

Book a self-catering cottage or pine lodge for an amazing holiday in Aberdeenshire

Find a tranquil country cottage in rural Aberdeenshire or a coastal holiday home with stunning views close to the Aberdeenshire coast. Aberdeenshire, in the North East of Scotland is also where you will find Scotland’s one and only Castle Trail, giving the area the title of Scotland's Castle Country. 

History lovers are bound to love visiting the thirteen castles dotted throughout Aberdeenshire on a country cottage holiday.  It may even be possible to stay in a castle. Aberdeenshire is likely to appeal to people who enjoy exploring the great outdoors on a Scottish cottage holiday and those with a love of the power of nature. The Cairngorms National Park in Aberdeenshire is the perfect place to enjoy a range of outdoor activities out in the wilds of Scotland and is not to be missed.

Would you like to rent a cottage near the coast?

Would you like to holiday on the Aberdeenshire coast? There is a coastal trail in Aberdeenshire with a number of attractive coastal villages, dramatic high cliffs and quiet sandy beaches.  Attractive coastal villages in Aberdeenshire include Cruden Bay, Gardenstown and Pennan.  Inland in Aberdeenshire there are glens, valleys and even mountains. 

Rent self-catering accommodation in Aberdeen

The capital city of Aberdeenshire is Aberdeen which is a small city but still has numerous bars, restaurants, art galleries and good shopping facilities to keep you entertained.  Inland in Aberdeenshire on a self catering break you with find Royal Deeside and the amazing scenery of the Grampian mountains.  Pretty villages in Royal Deeside include Banchory, Aboyne, Ballater and Braemar.  Royal Deeside attracts those who love mountain walks, wildlife watching and those who enjoy skiing in the winter.  Throughout Aberdeenshire you should find lots to captivate you on a self catering cottage holiday.  Click on the photos of the country cottages in Aberdeenshire to find out more about each cottage break.