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Cairngorm Bothies

Eco-certified chalet in Aboyne with free parking

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Exterior
Private kitchen
Living area
Private kitchen

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking included

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Logie Coldston, Dinnet, Aboyne, Scotland, AB34 5NJ
  • Muir of Dinnet National Nature Reserve
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Balmoral Castle
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Morven
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Aberdeen (ABZ)
    ‪58 min drive‬

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Rowan Bothy

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Trundle Bed

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Hawthorn Bothy

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  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Oak Bothy

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Birch Bothy

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Distillers Bothy

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 Single Trundle Bed

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Hazel Bothy

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Foresters Bothy

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 Single Trundle Bed

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Gamekeepers Bothy

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 Single Trundle Bed

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Ghillies Bothy

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 Single Trundle Bed

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Scots Pine Bothy

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Mountaineers Bothy

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 Single Trundle Bed

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Beekeepers Bothy

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 Single Trundle Bed

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About the area

Aboyne

Aboyne is home to Cairngorm Bothies. Lost Gallery and The Butterworth Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Corgraff Castle and Kildrummy Castle. Deeside Activity Park and Alford Valley Steam Railway are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and hiking/biking trails.

What's nearby

  • Muir of Dinnet National Nature Reserve - 5 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Ballater Golf Club - 12 min drive - 16.5 km
  • Deeside Activity Park - 16 min drive - 20.1 km
  • Balmoral Castle - 21 min drive - 27.3 km
  • Morven - 24 min drive - 9.1 km

Getting around

  • Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Loch Kinord Hotel - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Milk Hoose - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Riverside Cottage - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Airedale Lounge - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Carnnach - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Cairngorm Bothies

Eco-certified chalet in Aboyne with free parking
This smoke-free chalet features a picnic area and free self-parking.
Cairngorm Bothies offers 6 accommodations. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Accommodation at this 3.5-star chalet has kitchenettes with fridges, stovetops and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a shower.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Tourism Programme – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Parking included
Outdoor space

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email 7 days before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; access will be through a private entrance

Access methods

Lockbox, private entrance

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 30.00 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: GBP 20 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: GBP 30.00 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Frequently asked questions

Is Cairngorm Bothies pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 30.00 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Cairngorm Bothies?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Cairngorm Bothies?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Cairngorm Bothies?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cairngorm Bothies located?

Situated in Aboyne, this eco-certified chalet is within 6 miles (10 km) of Muir of Dinnet National Nature Reserve, Cairngorms National Park and Morven. Aboyne Golf Club and Reflect Spa are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Cairngorm Bothies Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

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Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 8 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 8 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 8 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

7.8/10

Communication

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jerri

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
What a beautifully unique place to stay! We were in the Gamekeeper's bothy and thoroughly enjoyed it. It was clean and spacious and the wood stove kept us plenty warm! We never saw any red squirrels but I did see a beautiful jay that was so different from the blue jays we have in the US. I would stay here again in a minute!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Loretta

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Cozy little cottages and friendly hosts.

We were meeting friends to go to the Highland games and there were little lodging available at a reasonable price. I was a little concerned about the bothies based on earlier reviews but we all loved it. One friend was very tall and in a bothies with lower ceilings so they offered a different one but they didn't mind. We all enjoyed the wood stoves, the environment, and the beds. Also the fridge and kitchenette. But, we soon learned that internet and cell connections are rare in most of northern Scotland. As our luggage did not arrive with us, communication was a challenge, but it all worked out as I was walking down the road when I found the luggage guy looking for our cabin.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charntelle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Such an unique experience! These bothies are incredible, both in the design, practicality and location. We hired two bothies for our family of 5 and dog and they were great, very clean, equipped and really made us more energy conscious. We were very comfortable. They also supply everything including washing up liquid, sponges, bin bags, logs, fire lighters, kindling. The location is ideal for exploring this part of the Cairngorms and google maps took us straight there - it’s setting within woodland is magical and we saw a few creatures including red squirrels. Various natural spots nearby such as the nature reserve and endless walks and adventure. Highly recommend for an unforgettable experience :)
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

4/10 Poor

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Communication

Dissapointing

The pictures on the listing do not reflect the property on arrival. We were expecting to be surrounded by trees and wildlife but since they are re-developing the site it looks more like a warzone with most of the trees felled. Very dissapointing for my kids
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Stewart

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021