[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Highland Cottage in the heart of Royal Deeside Vacation home with kitchen, near Cairngorms National Park ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106750000/106745900/106745850/77faa7e0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106750000/106745900/106745850/c69fc79d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106750000/106745900/106745850/77d38a28.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106750000/106745900/106745850/a9a72e37_edited_569a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106750000/106745900/106745850/465314d1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Nestled in the heart of Dinnet, Station Cottage offers a tranquil retreat for families and couples. With a full kitchen to cook up local specialties and a cozy living room with logburner to unwind, this traditional self-catering cottage is perfect for relaxing getaways. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - Washer - Parking available - Fireplace - Kitchen - Pet-friendly ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Highland Cottage in the heart of Royal Deeside Station Cottage is a cosy and welcoming countryside cottage, set in the small Aberdeenshire town of Dinnet in Royal Deeside. Our traditional self-catering cottage is the perfect place for family getaways or relaxing couples retreats, sleeping up to 4 guests with 2 bedrooms, a full kitchen & cosy living room with logburner. There are fantastic walking and cycling routes which you can explore right from the doorstep along with lovely coffee shops and local restaurants to enjoy during your stay. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Entertainment - TV ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - In a rural location ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher ## Similar properties ![House](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105310000/105301700/105301608/3af17fc2_edited_cc35.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Station Cottage Dinnet Aboyne Aberdeenshire Aboyne - Parking included - Free WiFi - Outdoor space 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-19&endDate=2025-10-20&selected=105301608&PinnedHotelID=105301608&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Smart TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76670000/76667900/76667835/fd3a1dce.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Couthie Cooshed in the Cairngorms Strathdon - Kitchen - Washer - Free WiFi - Outdoor space 10 Exceptional 15 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-19&endDate=2025-10-20&selected=76667835&PinnedHotelID=76667835&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76380000/76376900/76376878/41e42abf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Antlers Cottage Ballater, - Kitchen - Washer - Free WiFi - Parking available 9.6 Exceptional 21 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-19&endDate=2025-10-20&selected=76376878&PinnedHotelID=76376878&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105660000/105657700/105657685/cf109466.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Dormie Cottage, spacious bungalow with log fire! 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as 272527 ## About the area Located in Aboyne, this vacation home is in a rural area. Reflect Spa and Ballater Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Cairngorms National Park and Muir of Dinnet National Nature Reserve. Deeside Activity Park and Royal Deeside Railway are also worth visiting. [Visit our Aboyne travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Aboyne.dx182731) [View more Vacation homes in Aboyne](https://www.expedia.ca/Aboyne-Private-Vacation-Homes.d182731-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C57.07678%2C-2.89228&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=2MXMiUYBniZcDd0FbTHinZSSrQY=) Aboyne, Aberdeenshire ### What's nearby - Muir of Dinnet National Nature Reserve - 5 min drive - 6.7 km - Ballater Library - 11 min drive - 14.7 km - Ballater Golf Club - 11 min drive - 15.0 km - Deeside Activity Park - 13 min drive - 15.7 km - Balmoral Castle - 21 min drive - 28.4 km ### Getting around - Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) - 51 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Corner House Tearoom - ‬6 min drive - ‪The Boat Inn - ‬6 min drive - ‪Bean For Coffee - ‬8 min drive - ‪brown sugar café - ‬8 min drive - ‪Lochnagar Indian Brasserie - ‬9 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Highland Cottage in the heart of Royal Deeside pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Highland Cottage in the heart of Royal Deeside? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Highland Cottage in the heart of Royal Deeside? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Highland Cottage in the heart of Royal Deeside located? > Situated in a rural location, this vacation home is 1 mi (1.5 km) from Cairngorms National Park and 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from Muir of Dinnet National Nature Reserve. Reflect Spa and Ballater Golf Club are also within 9 mi (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Highland Cottage in the heart of Royal Deeside Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 4 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Amenities ### 10/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 10/10 Eco-friendliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lisa Jun 10, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities A beautiful cottage! ##### Lisa Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jo D. Jul 20, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent Beautiful property. Tastefully decorated. Wanted for nothing. Would recommend ##### Jo D. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Adam Jul 1, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great contact; lovely properly; all impeccable. ##### Adam Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marion G. Aug 17, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Idéalement située, station cottage est une location très propre, très calme et qui dispose de tout pour une famille de 4personnes. C était parfait ! ##### Marion G. 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