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Cosy, comfortable lodge sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms. Pet friendly!

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A wooden cabin with a covered porch, a dining table, and potted plants.
A wooden cabin with a porch, a chimney, and a deck.
A cozy cabin interior with a dining area, kitchen, and a sofa with fluffy cushions.
A cozy cabin interior with a dining table set for a meal, a sofa with cushions, and a fireplace.
A cozy cabin interior with a fireplace, wooden walls, a sofa, and plaid curtains.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Balcony
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Banchory, Aberdeenshire
  • Place, Banchory Museum
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Platform 22
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Falls of Feugh
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Aberdeen (ABZ)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom #2

2 Single Beds

Master Bedroom

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom #1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom #2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Cosy, comfortable lodge sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms. Pet friendly!

Comfortable, three bedroomed dog friendly lodge with wood burning stove in a peaceful location in rural Scotland.
Just five minutes drive from the bustling town of Banchory - and even closer to the village of Torphins in Aberdeenshire.
Ben Macdui is large, comfortable and open plan, with patio doors onto a covered deck, three bedrooms (one ensuite) and a second full bathroom.
Fully equipped for family holidays.
Perfect base to explore the beautiful north east of Scotland with castles galore (including the Royal residence at Balmoral), majestic mountains, the River Dee, plentiful wildlife, mountain biking, hiking, plus skiing and boarding in winter.
Something for every season!

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 11296847
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Banchory

Located in Banchory, this cottage is in a rural area. Crathes Castle and Gardens and Craigievar Castle are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Go Health and Beauty and Reflect Spa. Travelling with kids? Consider Woodend Barn and Woodend Barn Arts Centre.
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Banchory, Aberdeenshire

What's nearby

  • Banchory Museum - 5 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Platform 22 - 5 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Falls of Feugh - 6 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Woodend Barn - 6 min drive - 8.8 km
  • Go Health and Beauty - 6 min drive - 8.8 km

Getting around

  • Kintore Station - 29 min drive
  • Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Scott Skinner's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cowshed - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Tease Coffee Bar - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Forest Cafe - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cosy, comfortable lodge sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms. Pet friendly! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Cosy, comfortable lodge sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms. Pet friendly!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cosy, comfortable lodge sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms. Pet friendly!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cosy, comfortable lodge sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms. Pet friendly!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cosy, comfortable lodge sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms. Pet friendly! located?

Located in a rural location, this family-friendly cottage is within 6 mi (10 km) of Banchory Museum, Woodend Barn, and Woodend Barn Arts Centre. Royal Deeside Railway and Falls of Feugh are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Veronica E.

Very comfortable lodge in excellent location

A very enjoyable 9 day stay in Ben Macdui. Very well equipped; very clean throughout. Quiet location within easy reach of Braemar, Ballater, Tomintoul and Stonehaven. Owners very helpful (minor issue with WiFi quickly resolved via WhatsApp!). We definitely recommend this property to others considering a stay in this area.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

CJ S.

Wonderful stay!

Macdui was perfect for our visit to Banchory. We appreciated the welcome goodies and wood burner and logs in the cold wintry weather and were warm and comfortable. It had everything we needed. Adrian popped right over to fix the wifi and quickly got it working again. Highly recommend a stay here.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful venue for family gathering

Absolutely wonderful place to stay, lovely and quiet, beautiful environment inside and outside the cabins, and we had a wonderful family gathering over a couple of nights, using both facilities, and making full use of the lovely veranda at the end of a warm evening – thank you!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Perfect accommodation

Some friends stayed at this lodge when visiting us. The lodge was clean and welcoming and in a lovely spot. Our friends had a wonderful stay, and said the beds were very comfortable. Thank you!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Excellent

Comfortable, warm accommodation. Ursula was very helpful and flexible on everything. Would highly recommend.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cosy cabin

This simple, cosy cabin was great for a family holiday with 4 generations. The ramp, grab rails in the bathroom and one level living helped the elderly and the cot, high chair and laundry room worked for the baby. The cabin was clean, warm, welcoming and functional. We enjoyed the sunny deck and the daffodils.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A short holiday in Scotland

Really nice stay very relaxing easy to get to towns we wanted visit. I bet it is lovely in summer sat on porch. The shop handy at the garage as well. Log was good as well no need to be cold. All in all very nice place would liked to stop longer
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Rural log cabin in Deeside

Good location for sightseeing and walking in Deeside . Comfortable beds but sofas very soft and low . Outside area is not gated .
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Reena T.

April Stay

The cabin was very comfortable and in excellent location. It had all the necessary equipment . A washing machine would be helpful as the weather is so changeable. A delightful stay . The WiFi was unpredictable but on the walks we could get good signal to book our days out .
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A good family break

A lovely lodge with everything you need for a home from home break. The lodge was lovely and clean. The beds were very comfy and the wood burner was a nice touch, especially when it was cold in October. A nice area for kids to play in. My wee boy appreciated the goals to play football with. A nice base for Banchory and the surrounding area. Need to take the car to travel to shops but a lovely, quiet area to get away from everything. Thank you!
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Joanne C.

Mountain Biking & Deeside Exploration

The lodge was easy enough to find but we were thankful the second lodge wasn't occupied as parking would be very tight. It would be helpful if there was some basic solar lighting or similar leading from the carpark to the lodge for after dark returns. The lodge is furnished as per pictures, perhaps the rugs and cushions should be of a more durable nature (less fluffy). We enjoyed the ease of access to mountain bike trails in Banchory and the public bus service between the key Deeside towns is good albeit you need to get in to Banchory to start your journey. The kitchen had all we needed and the washing facilities are adjacent which is handy. Overall a nice 6 night stay and we were impressed with Banchory amenities.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Fergus M.

Ben Macdui

Lodge is a little tired and showing its age. Mattresses have seen better days. Car parking a little small, particularly if people are in the other lodge
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Family stay at Ben Macdui

Overall our stay at Ben Macdui was good. The lodge was well equipped for kitchen needs, it has plenty of storage in the bedrooms and the log burner is a cosy addition for colder evenings. We used it as a base from which to explore Aberdeenshire and Kincardineshire. It was quiet and the welcome pack was a lovely addition. We had a small issue with broadband which the owners resolved promptly. The owners were friendly and helpful. There were a few areas for improvement. Primarily the car parking, it was very small when there were other cars there. I imagine there is space for 3 cars but only when sensibly parked. The shower in the main bathroom looks like it's been part renewed, but needs a new holder to go with the new head as when turned on it falls off it's holder.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A perfect stay!

Our family of 5 had the perfect stay, we were had a long drive up and was welcomed with a lovely little hamper. The rooms were ideal and spacious enough. Especially with 3 teenagers. The bathroom could have had locks that worked, just to save. Don’t come in the bathroom every 5 minutes from the kids! Ha. We spent most our days out about exploring with friends but the lodge was more than adequate to entertain friends. Whilst the children played outside, we sat on the large deck area eating enjoying food together. I found their website to be really helpful and referred to the list of things to do - highly recommend working your way through their suggestions. We also used Banchory Cycles to hire bikes out for our son’s 15th birthday. Only £25.00 for the day. They had the best time exploring the area. Will definitely be returning and have already recommended to friends. We loved it - just wish we had booked for longer.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vink

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Zeer welkom ontvangen, alles goed geregeld en goed georganiseerd. We hebben een heel prettig verblijf gehad.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Aug, 2025
Great to have you back Jochem! So glad you enjoyed your return visit! Hope to see you again in the future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Claudia W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Klein aber fein

Sehr gemütliches Cottage im Grünen mit großer Terrasse. Man hat alles, was man braucht. Besonders freundlich war auch der Kontakt zum Vermieter, der uns zahlreiche Tipps für Unternehmungen und Restaurantempfehlungen gegeben hat
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Aug, 2024
Thanks for your review Claudia! We are very happy that you were comfortable in Ben Macdui and hope you had a fantastic holiday! It was great to meet you!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We had a good time

Das Anwesen ist sehr ruhig gelegen (genau das Richtige für gestresste Großstädter), aber mit dem Auto ist binnen 10 Minuten alles erforderliche (u.a. großer Tesco) erreichbar. Sehr nette und hilfsbereite Vermieter, mit denen man gerne auch mal außer der Reihe plaudert. Betten, Einrichtung und Ausstattung sind OK.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Gemütliche stilvolle Hütte

Super Hütte, sauber, stilvoll, gute Ausstattung, 2 Bäder etc. Gute Lage zum Cairngorm NP und eastcoast

About the host

Hosted by Ursula George

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Originally from London, we moved to Scotland 30+ years ago - and still feel as if we're on holiday in this beautiful area!
With four children we have spent many holidays in the UK and abroad, usually self catering, so we know what you need for a comfortable, happy family holiday!

Why they chose this property

We live very close to the lodges and absolutely love Royal Deeside. Mountains, rivers, castles, wildlife - and a beautiful coastline only 30 minutes drive away - it really has it all!
So much to do for adults and children alike - or you can just cosy up by the stove in the lodge and relax.

What makes this property unique

The lodges are spacious and comfortable with a covered deck area for eating outside and plenty of space to run around and let off steam. The location is peaceful and rural with cows in the field across the road, yet less than five minutes drive takes you to the charming town of Banchory with all amenities.
We are on hand to advise on things to do, whatever your interest - so just ask!

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