The Commercial Hotel, Tarland

Minutes from Royal Deeside and only 30 minutes from Aberdeen Airport, the warm hospitality and courteous staff of this lovely privately owned hotel will make an excellent start to your holiday in this beautiful area.

Previously an 18th century coaching inn set in the centre of the picturesque village of Tarland, the hotel makes an excellent base to explore the surrounding countryside. Important areas in terms of archaeology with many remains of Celtic communities in the surrounding fields are one of the many sights in the area. For more information on the hotel please visit their website

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The Loch Kinord Hotel, Dinnet.

Loch Kinord aim to provide a hotel of exceptional value for money, in both levels of service and products offered, in this area of outstanding natural beauty.

The hotel under the management of Andrew Cox has secured a number of national awards and listings, together with WalkDeeside Ltd you can be assured of a quality experience.

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Pannanich Wells Hotel and Morven View Cottages.

The Pannanich Wells Hotel is positioned in a quiet rural location just a short distance just a short distance from the pretty village of Ballater.

Built circa 1760 to house health seekers coming to "take the waters" from the famous Pannanich Springs.

With three separate springs the water today is bottled commercially and marketed as 'Deeside Spring Water' and 'Royal Deeside Spring Water'.

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Darroch Learg Hotel.

The Darroch Learg - one of Royal Deeside's favourite hotels - is known for its relaxing charm, lovely situation and fine restaurant. Darroch Learg is run by Nigel and Fiona Franks, having been in the Franks' family for over 40 years.

Darroch Learg was built in 1888 in fashionable Royal Deeside. Its old Gaelic name translates as 'the oak wood on the sunny hillside'.

Originally it was a country residence and it still retains the ambience and relaxing informality which makes you feel like a house guest in a private mansion.

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The Deeside Hotel.

The Deeside Hotel is a late Victorian country house hotel set in almost an acre of grounds in the picturesque Royal Deeside town of Ballater. The original building retains many of the original features.

Our food is home made and where possible locally sourced. We offer real ale and a wide selection of malt whiskies to be enjoyed in front of the log fire in winter or in the conservatory overlooking the gardens in summer.

The hotel atmosphere is one of comfort and relaxation - a home from home.

For more information please visit their website.

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Braemar Lodge Hotel.

Breamar Lodge Hotel was formerly a Victorian shooting lodge and is set in extensive grounds within the lovely village of Braemar.

The hotel complex consists of the hotel, which has an air of a large family house that has not forgotten it's sporting origins, as well as several private lodges and a hill walkers bothy so there will be something here to suit everyone's needs.

For more information please visit their website. ()

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Glenernan Guest House.

Glenernan Guest House is a first-class bed and breakfast accommodation located in Ballater, Scotland. Our charming Victorian house offers the perfect choice to spend a few days relaxing or rejuvenating. New décor and amenities have been added to all of our guest rooms, which are appointed with en-suite shower rooms, luxurious towels and beautiful bedding.

'ballater village centre'

Staying at Glenernan Guest House offers the chance to enjoy a unique and unspoiled area with stunning scenery and captivating local villages. Ballater boasts art galleries, artists and writers, and several antique shops.

For more information please visit their informative website.

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Creag Meggan.

Creag Meggan is a large detached house in a quiet location, one mile from Ballater on the road to Balmoral Castle..

Creag Meggan enjoys magnificent views from all rooms across the Dee Valley and Grampian Hills.

All rooms are en-suite with TV, Coffee and Tea making facilities.

For more information or to view their virtual tour please visit their website.

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Balnellan House.

Dennis and Fairlie Sharp run this delightful family run Bed and Breakfast set in a peaceful location near the centre of Braemar, a village that is a treasure trove of surprises in the heart of Royal Deeside.

Not far from Glenshee Ski Resort Braemar offers all srts of activities all year round and the sharps are perfectly located to cater for all your needs in the comfort of their home.

For more information please email them on balnellan@hotmail.com

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Glen Davan House.

Glendavan House, set in the heart of Royal Deeside, was built as a shooting lodge in 1886, and is now well appointed as a family home offering a very high standard of accommodation.

The house stands in its own extensive grounds - seven acres of woodland overlooking Loch Davan, in the heart of the Silver Jubilee Reserve. The loch is a bird sanctuary where, in autumn, thousands of greylag geese settle on their journey south, sharing territory with whooper swans, mallard ducks, moorhens and a family of otters. Glendavan House offers a warm welcome to those seeking quiet and comfortable relaxation. It is ideally situated as a base from which to explore the Highlands, Castle Country or the Whisky Trail.

For more information please visit their website.

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Royal Deeside Holiday Cottages.

This stunning view across Loch Kinord is only a taster of the beauty of Dinnet and the surrounding areas within Royal Deeside and the Cairngorms national Park.

The Royal Deeside Holiday Cottages have a number of properties catering for 4, 6 or 8 people and are located around Dinnet Estate, centrally located to be easily accessible for local amenities.

These cottages will provide a home from home style comfort that will compliment your days out in the wonderful areas surrounding them.

Please see their website for more details or to book.

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Crannach

Wonderfully located in the heart of Royal Deeside and within the Cairngorms National Park, close to Balmoral, and just 2½ miles from Ballater. Crannach is the perfect place to relax away from the bustle of suburbia, with pleasant views, and is well placed to explore this area's wonderful scenery.

Visitors are welcome to wander the pretty grounds, visit the owners' gallery or dine at their attractive restaurant, just 50 yards away.

Only 2 miles away, wildlife and birds are abundant in the extensive moorland and loch area of the Muir of Dinnet Nature Reserve; and 40 minutes walk to Crannach, the many forest cycle paths and country walks are a pleasure throughout the year, as are the various sporting activities available in the area, including great fishing (trout fishery ½ mile), golf and gliding.

Whisky trails and the ski centres of Glenshee and Lecht are
all easily reached. Shops and pub 2½ miles.

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Aboyne Caravan Park

Set on the banks of the beautiful Aboyne Loch is the Aboyne Caravan Park. This park is perfectly situated in a quiet peaceful location to help you get away from it all and enjoy a nice, relaxing holiday in your wonderful, scenic surroundings of Deeside.

Close to the village of Aboyne where a walkway through trees will take you, you will find all you need including the community centre where you can go for a swim or see local theatrical productions or cinema, a perfect compliment to a day spent out and about in the area, exploring and discovering it's hidden gems with WalkDeeside Ltd.

For more information please contact the park directly on 013398 86244.

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Ballater Caravan and Campsite

With its stunning scenery and open view of the rugged hills the caravan park is set beside the River Dee.

The site is situated close to the centre of Ballater where you will find all the local amenities and shops to cater for your needs.

Ballater is thriving village in the heart of Royal deeside and is centrally located for all the local sights, sounds and activities that you can find in and around Deeside and the Cairngorms national Park.

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Invercauld Caravan Club Site

The site is on the fringe of the village of Braemar, 1100 feet above sea level, and the eastern gateway to the Cairngorms, an ideal centre for walkers and mountain bikers (mountain bikes can be hired locally). Herds of red deer roam freely and you may also glimpse capercaillie, red squirrels and badgers, golden eagles and herons.

Braemar is the scene of the annual Highland Gathering, usually attended by members of the Royal Family and held on the first Saturday in September. The site opens in December for the Winter Sports season, is purpose-built for family skiers, and is close to Glenshee (9 miles) with its snow cannons and the Lecht with its dry ski slope.

For some spectacular scenery, take the high road to Tomintoul for a view of the countryside towards the rugged coastline and sea beyond.

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