Title: Red Squirrel Cottage Pet Friendly Family Adventure Retreat in Aberdeenshire - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=107437001&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Red Squirrel Cottage Pet Friendly Family Adventure Retreat in Aberdeenshire ## Photo gallery for Red Squirrel Cottage Pet Friendly Family Adventure Retreat in Aberdeenshire ![House - Red Squirrel Cottage Pet Friendly Family Adventure Retreat in Aberdeenshire (Alford)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107440000/107437100/107437001/b17fd300.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![House - Red Squirrel Cottage Pet Friendly Family Adventure Retreat in Aberdeenshire (Alford)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107440000/107437100/107437001/3ea2862c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![House - Red Squirrel Cottage Pet Friendly Family Adventure Retreat in Aberdeenshire (Alford)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107440000/107437100/107437001/dd8e7bb6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![House - Red Squirrel Cottage Pet Friendly Family Adventure Retreat in Aberdeenshire (Alford)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107440000/107437100/107437001/dfa8a6ed.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![House - Red Squirrel Cottage Pet Friendly Family Adventure Retreat in Aberdeenshire (Alford)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107440000/107437100/107437001/5f26f534.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Red Squirrel Cottage Pet Friendly Family Adventure Retreat in Aberdeenshire provides a garden and more. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - Pet friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi - Outdoor Space ## 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. ### Red Squirrel Cottage Pet Friendly Family Adventure Retreat in Aberdeenshire A garden, free self parking, and free WiFi in public areas are available at this vacation home. The vacation home features a refrigerator, a stovetop, and an electric kettle. This vacation home offers 3 accommodations. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Free self parking on site - Wheelchair-accessible parking available - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Food and drink - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 1 private bathroom ### Entertainment - Games ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - No elevator - Wheelchair-accessible parking ### 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - 3 units - Garden ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/22500/22480/0ebbec8d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Maryculter House Aberdeen - Pet friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant 9.4 Exceptional 578 reviews CA $99 CA $119 total includes taxes & fees Mar 19 - Mar 20 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-19&endDate=2026-03-20&selected=22480&PinnedHotelID=22480&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Garden view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/23200/23180/ed070f3a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ardoe House Hotel & Spa Aberdeen - Spa - Pet friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi 8.6 Excellent 1,012 reviews CA $105 CA $127 total includes taxes & fees Mar 16 - Mar 17 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-16&endDate=2026-03-17&selected=23180&PinnedHotelID=23180&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1430000/1422400/1422395/f7e006f4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Balmoral Arms Ballater - Pet friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant 8.6 Excellent 330 reviews CA $152 CA $182 total includes taxes & fees Mar 12 - Mar 13 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-12&endDate=2026-03-13&selected=1422395&PinnedHotelID=1422395&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Breakfast and dinner served, British cuisine](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117730000/117720700/117720685/3a93da3b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Haughton Arms Hotel Alford - Breakfast included - Pet friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi 9.0 Wonderful 16 reviews CA $114 CA $136 total includes taxes & fees Mar 15 - Mar 16 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-15&endDate=2026-03-16&selected=117720685&PinnedHotelID=117720685&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12840000/12832900/12832897/4e92a2a8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Tor Na Coille Hotel & Restaurant Banchory - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Business services 9.2 Wonderful 334 reviews CA $96 CA $116 total includes taxes & fees Mar 15 - Mar 16 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-15&endDate=2026-03-16&selected=12832897&PinnedHotelID=12832897&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; 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Check-in end time: 10:00 PM Contactless check-in available Minimum check-in age: 25 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM Contactless check-out available ### Special check-in instructions Guests must contact the property for check-in information To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Property payment types ## Important information ### 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 Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit This property is professionally cleaned ### We should mention This property does not have elevators A mandatory cleaning fee is included in this property's rental rate ### Property is also known as Red Squirrel Cottage Strathdon Red Squirrel Cottage Strathdon Aberdeenshire ## About the area Alford is home to this vacation home. Kildrummy Castle and Corgraff Castle are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Lecht 2090 and Aboyne Golf Club. Alford Valley Steam Railway and Deeside Activity Park are also worth visiting. [Visit our Alford travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Alford.dx6144964) [View more Vacation homes in Alford](https://www.expedia.ca/Alford-Private-Vacation-Homes.d6144964-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%7C57.21087%2C-2.96471&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=tOt5E5CFu8tU2TL2P1e-g3icNeU=) Alford, Scotland ### What's nearby - ![Ski touring at Loch Avon on the River Avon, Cairngorms National Park, Scotland](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6088691/c967043b-5f75-405b-9921-bbb485b96f51.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Cairngorms National Park 10 min walk \- 0.9 km - ![Lecht Ski Resort featuring snow and a gondola](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6088711/50ff2a02-7ea5-480b-adee-84cd49545ea2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Lecht Ski Resort 27 min drive \- 29.0 km - ![Prince Albert Cairn, near Balmoral Castle, Cairngorms National Park, Scotland](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6083335/ca2d7e0d-6efa-48d2-a6a3-d12573e6f67e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Balmoral Castle 43 min drive \- 43.8 km - ![Whisky isn't whisky without barrels. The Speyside Cooperage has over 500,000 barrels waiting to be refit for use in the whisky industry. Their visitors centre offers tours to see how this process is done by hand. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/182751/3b502283-f5e9-4755-b162-8ae16013dbce.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Speyside Cooperage 57 min drive \- 59.3 km - ![Much like their scotch, the new visitor center at the Macallan Estate is the perfect blend of new, old, and natural. I highly recommend the tour and tasting. #Culture photo contest](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/182751/6fa43c24-4ce9-4296-8a89-8abc8cfa94d1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Macallan Distillery 60 min drive \- 63.1 km ### Getting around - Huntly Station 29 min drive - Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) 63 min drive ### Restaurants - Kildrummy Inn 6 min drive - Steading Bar 7 min drive - The Strathdon Bar 7 min drive - The Colquhonnie Hotel House 7 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Red Squirrel Cottage Pet Friendly Family Adventure Retreat in Aberdeenshire pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Red Squirrel Cottage Pet Friendly Family Adventure Retreat in Aberdeenshire? ### What time is check-out at Red Squirrel Cottage Pet Friendly Family Adventure Retreat in Aberdeenshire? ### Where is Red Squirrel Cottage Pet Friendly Family Adventure Retreat in Aberdeenshire located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Red Squirrel Cottage Pet Friendly Family Adventure Retreat in Aberdeenshire Reviews ## Reviews ### 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 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Amenities ### 10 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stephen Apr 12, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Very nice ##### Stephen Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 ### Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > - [Balmoral Arms](https://www.expedia.ca/Ballater-Hotels-The-Deeside-Inn.h1422395.Hotel-Information) > - [Cameron House Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Oban-Hotels-Cameron-Guest-House.h11900710.Hotel-Information) > - [Ardtorna](https://www.expedia.ca/Oban-Hotels-Ardtorna.h11974227.Hotel-Information) > - [Banff Springs Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Banff-Hotels-Banff-Springs-Hotel.h30674289.Hotel-Information) > - [Carmel Apartments Queen Street Residence](https://www.expedia.ca/Falkirk-Hotels-Craignish-Apartments.h17351249.Hotel-Information) > - [Miller House](https://www.expedia.ca/Ayr-Hotels-Miller-House.h3494488.Hotel-Information) > - [Hebridean Way](https://www.expedia.ca/Oban-Hotels-Hebridean-Way.h41523848.Hotel-Information) > - [Newcastle Arms Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Coldstream-Hotels-Newcastle-Arms-Hotel.h18244725.Hotel-Information) > - [Welcome to Airidh an Dobhrain - our secluded cottage by the lochside](https://www.expedia.ca/Benbecula-Hotels-Welcome-To-Airidh-An-Dobhrain-Our-Secluded-Cottage-By-The-Lochside.h34166372.Hotel-Information) > - [Castleview - Newton Steading](https://www.expedia.ca/Kirriemuir-Hotels-Castleview-Newton-Steading.h29480621.Hotel-Information) > - [Loch Ness Cottages](https://www.expedia.ca/Inverness-Hotels-Loch-Ness-Cottages.h24947062.Hotel-Information) > - [The Castle Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Coldstream-Hotels-The-Castle-Hotel.h34539779.Hotel-Information) > - [Thistle Apartment](https://www.expedia.ca/Golspie-Hotels-Thistle-Apartment.h41450829.Hotel-Information) > - [Immaculate Cabin 5 Mins to Inverness Dog Friendly](https://www.expedia.ca/Inverness-Hotels-Cosy-Chalet-5-Mins-From-Inverness-In-The-Country.h67547809.Hotel-Information) > - [Premier Inn Ayr A77/Racecourse](https://www.expedia.ca/Ayr-Hotels-Premier-Inn-Ayr-A77Racecourse.h1927138.Hotel-Information) > - [Kelpies Serviced Apartments](https://www.expedia.ca/Falkirk-Hotels-Kelpies-Serviced-Apartments.h23286343.Hotel-Information) > - [Claredon Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Oban-Hotels-Claredon-Hotel.h36871719.Hotel-Information) > - [Waterloo House ](https://www.expedia.ca/Lairg-Hotels-Waterloo-House.h91786411.Hotel-Information) > - [Muthu Glasgow River Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Erskine-Hotels-Muthu-Glasgow-River-Hotel.h534134.Hotel-Information) > - [The Burnside Guest House](https://www.expedia.ca/Ayr-Hotels-The-Burnside-Guest-House.h3494500.Hotel-Information) > - [Highland Gate, Stirling by Marston's Inns](https://www.expedia.ca/Stirling-Hotels-Highland-Gate-By-Marstons-Inns.h33761820.Hotel-Information) > - [The County Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Selkirk-Hotels-The-County-Hotel.h110712003.Hotel-Information) > - [St. Annes Guest House](https://www.expedia.ca/Oban-Hotels-St-Annes-Guest-House.h24283244.Hotel-Information) > - [Station House](https://www.expedia.ca/Lanark-Hotels-Station-House.h11944727.Hotel-Information) > - [Zara Continental](https://www.expedia.ca/Langholm-Hotels-Zara-Continental.h31000849.Hotel-Information) > - [The Millcroft Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Gairloch-Hotels-Millcroft-Hotel.h35254076.Hotel-Information) > - [The Mansion House Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Elgin-Hotels-The-Mansion-House-Hotel.h9361458.Hotel-Information) > - [Wardhill Castle](https://www.expedia.ca/Inverurie-Hotels-Wardhill-Castle.h30113258.Hotel-Information) > - [Foinaven Bed & Breakfast](https://www.expedia.ca/Ullapool-Hotels-Foinaven-Bed-Breakfast.h25188744.Hotel-Information)