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=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Red Squirrel Cottage Pet Friendly Family Adventure Retreat in Aberdeenshire Vacation home with free parking, 10-minute walk to Cairngorms National Park ## 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/108000000/107440000/107437100/107437001/5f26f534.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/108000000/107440000/107437100/107437001/3ea2862c.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/dfa8a6ed.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 - 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 Vacation home with free parking, 10-minute walk to Cairngorms National Park 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 - Service animals only (pets not allowed) ### 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - 3 units - Garden ## Similar properties ![House](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105310000/105301700/105301608/469477fb.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=2026-02-02&endDate=2026-02-03&selected=105301608&PinnedHotelID=105301608&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118240000/118230300/118230276/e48601eb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beautiful villa for 4 people with WIFI Inverurie - Kitchen - Washer - Free WiFi - Parking available [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-02&endDate=2026-02-03&selected=118230276&PinnedHotelID=118230276&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105360000/105352200/105352186/b45bca60.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cosy Country House Finzean, Aberdeenshire. 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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 - Cairngorms National Park \- 10 min walk \- 0.9 km - Lecht Ski Resort \- 27 min drive \- 29.0 km - Balmoral Castle \- 43 min drive \- 43.8 km - Macallan Distillery \- 60 min drive \- 63.1 km - TECA \- 60 min drive \- 68.7 km ### Getting around - Huntly Station - 29 min drive - Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) - 63 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Kildrummy Inn - ‬6 min drive - ‪The Strathdon Bar - ‬7 min drive - ‪Steading 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 > [No Man's Fort](https://www.expedia.ca/Portsmouth-Hotels-No-Mans-Fort.h11536410.Hotel-Information) > > [Mercure Northampton](https://www.expedia.ca/Northampton-Hotels-Park-Inn-By-Radisson-Northampton-Town-Centre.h12543.Hotel-Information) > > [Old Course Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/St-Andrews-Hotels-Old-Course-Hotel.h522846.Hotel-Information) > > [Hampton by Hilton Hamilton Park](https://www.expedia.ca/Hamilton-Hotels-Hampton-By-Hilton-Hamilton-Park.h33810078.Hotel-Information) > > [The Green Hotel Golf & Leisure Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Kinross-Hotels-The-Green-Hotel-Golf-Leisure-Resort.h1130671.Hotel-Information) > > [Pinewood Lodge](https://www.expedia.ca/Ibstock-Hotels-Pinewood-Lodge.h17183221.Hotel-Information) > > [Delta Hotels by Marriott Peterborough](https://www.expedia.ca/Peterborough-Hotels-Peterborough-Marriott-Hotel.h691233.Hotel-Information) > > [Bloc Hotel London Gatwick Airport](https://www.expedia.ca/Gatwick-Hotels-Bloc-Hotel-London-Gatwick-Airport.h6594190.Hotel-Information) > > [Heated indoor pool & spa, countryside holiday cottage near the beach & park](https://www.expedia.ca/Hastings-Hotels-Heated-Indoor-Pool-Spa.h18971402.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton London Gatwick Airport](https://www.expedia.ca/Gatwick-Hotels-Hilton-London-Gatwick-Airport.h20753.Hotel-Information) > > [Bonkle House](https://www.expedia.ca/Wishaw-Hotels-Bonkle-House.h15996183.Hotel-Information) > > [Pennyhill Park Hotel And Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Bagshot-Hotels-Pennyhill-Park-Hotel-And-Spa.h517256.Hotel-Information) > > [Windermere Manor Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Windermere-Hotels-Windermere-Manor-Hotel.h22280374.Hotel-Information) > > [Travelodge Gatwick Airport Central](https://www.expedia.ca/Gatwick-Hotels-Travelodge-Gatwick-Airport-Central.h10160516.Hotel-Information) > > [Uig Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Portree-Hotels-Uig-Hotel.h2261957.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Express Hamilton by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Hamilton-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Hamilton.h1889137.Hotel-Information) > > [Luxury Beach House Rental with Hot Tub, 30 meters to Beach](https://www.expedia.ca/Looe-Hotels-Luxury-Beach-House-Rental-With-Hot-Tub.h27313935.Hotel-Information) > > [The Stirling Highland Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Stirling-Hotels-The-Stirling-Highland-Hotel.h558482.Hotel-Information) > > [The Harlow Hotel By AccorHotels](https://www.expedia.ca/Harlow-Hotels-The-Harlow-Hotel-By-AccorHotels.h950.Hotel-Information) > > [Radisson BLU Hotel Durham](https://www.expedia.ca/Durham-Hotels-Radisson-BLU-Hotel-Durham.h2226171.Hotel-Information) > > [Days Inn by Wyndham Hamilton](https://www.expedia.ca/Hamilton-Hotels-Days-Inn-By-Wyndham-Hamilton.h3924670.Hotel-Information) > > [JA Mar Hall Scotland](https://www.expedia.ca/Bishopton-Hotels-Mar-Hall-Golf-Spa-Resort.h1077249.Hotel-Information) > > [Park Inn by Radisson Peterborough](https://www.expedia.ca/Peterborough-Hotels-Park-Inn-By-Radisson-Peterborough.h2254377.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Express Glasgow Airport by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Paisley-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Glasgow-Airport.h519994.Hotel-Information) > > [Unique Luxury Escapes](https://www.expedia.ca/Diss-Hotels-Unique-Luxury-Escapes.h29745570.Hotel-Information) > > [Atholl Palace Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Pitlochry-Hotels-Atholl-Palace-Hotel.h63637.Hotel-Information) > > [Perle Oban Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Oban-Hotels-Perle-Oban-Hotel-Spa.h993007.Hotel-Information) > > [The Garrison](https://www.expedia.ca/Fort-William-Hotels-The-Garrison.h24101351.Hotel-Information)