Title: 2 bedroom accommodation in Dess, Aboyne - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - 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 # 2 bedroom accommodation in Dess, Aboyne Unwind by an open fire in a tastefully decorated traditional space. Explore historic castles, charming villages and stunning scenery that surrounds you. ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32920000/32920000/32919926/3458c362.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32920000/32920000/32919926/d9142edf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32920000/32920000/32919926/68764115.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32920000/32920000/32919926/b4456964.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32920000/32920000/32919926/ef193771.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location In a beautiful area of Scotland near Balmoral, this unusual Victorian gatehouse offers gracious living in the heart of Royal Deeside. Enjoy the charms of surrounding towns and villages from Banchory to Ballater, or explore historical places like Crathes Castle and Tomnaverie's standing stones with WiFi to keep you connected. 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - Fireplace - Washer - Parking available - Kitchen - Outdoor space - Free WiFi ## 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. ### 2 bedroom accommodation in Dess, Aboyne This unusual property, complete with an open fire, is in a beautiful area of Scotland and close to Balmoral.. This most attractive, Victorian, detached baronial gatehouse is situated just off the road between Aberdeen and Balmoral and offers gracious living in the heart of Royal Deeside. The interior has been attractively furnished in traditional style with pitch pine finishings, open fire, tartan flooring and tasteful antiques. Surrounded on three sides by the gardens, its location is ideal for a holiday exploring this beautiful area. Enjoy the charms of the surrounding towns and villages - from Banchory with its bustling high street to Ballater, famed for its royal connections. Many historical places of interest, from the castles of Crathes and Balmoral to the standing stones of Tomnaverie. Superb scenery surrounding the area enhances any day out. Shops 2 miles, pub 3 miles. Please note: There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.. 4 steps to entrance. Ground Floor: Living room: Freeview TV, Open Fire, Sofa Bed (Flexible Sleeping Only) Kitchen/dining room: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer First Floor: Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds Bathroom: Bath With Shower Attachment, Toilet. Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Raised lawn with sitting-out area and garden furniture. Private parking for 1 car, additional private parking. Please note: There is a drop and a bank in the garden. Free WiFi There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property. There are drops in the garden. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106570000/106568400/106568351/56e6704c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Guise Cottage (UK46303) Alford, near Banchory - Kitchen - Washer - Free WiFi - Outdoor space [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-13&endDate=2025-10-14&selected=106568351&PinnedHotelID=106568351&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35270000/35261200/35261155/49f2cef5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 3 bedroom accommodation in Whitehouse, near Alford Whitehouse, near Alford - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space 10 Exceptional 5 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-13&endDate=2025-10-14&selected=35261155&PinnedHotelID=35261155&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Microwave, oven, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118240000/118230300/118230276/f1461c2f.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=2025-10-13&endDate=2025-10-14&selected=118230276&PinnedHotelID=118230276&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![3 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32930000/32925500/32925405/66422c8f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 3 bedroom accommodation in Inchmarlo, near Banchory Inchmarlo, near Banchory - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi 8.8 Excellent 3 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-13&endDate=2025-10-14&selected=32925405&PinnedHotelID=32925405&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90930000/90927200/90927147/6a93fd36.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 2 bedroom accommodation in Aboyne Aboyne - Kitchen - Washer - Free WiFi - Outdoor space 10 Exceptional 4 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-13&endDate=2025-10-14&selected=90927147&PinnedHotelID=90927147&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70260000/70257100/70257060/8031a13f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Corrennie School Cottage Sauchen, near Inverurie - Kitchen - Washer - Free WiFi - Outdoor space 9.0 Wonderful 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-13&endDate=2025-10-14&selected=70257060&PinnedHotelID=70257060&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118080000/118074500/118074497/2ce340da.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Bothy - a cottage that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms Lumphanan - Washer - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space - Parking available [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-13&endDate=2025-10-14&selected=118074497&PinnedHotelID=118074497&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105360000/105352200/105352186/9073f5c9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cosy Country House Finzean, Aberdeenshire. 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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 Registration Number AS-00612-F ### Property is also known as 2 Bedroom Accommodation in Dess Aboyne 2 bedroom accommodation in Dess, Aboyne Aboyne 2 bedroom accommodation in Dess, Aboyne Private vacation home su-SGGP-SGGP ## About the area ![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%7C57.08981%2C-2.70354&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=r1UmEZMhCw3zujuqBVwLpJ8-k6k=) Dess, Aboyne #### What's nearby - Deeside Activity Park - 18 min walk - 1.5 km - Reflect Spa - 4 min drive - 5.1 km - Aboyne Golf Club - 5 min drive - 6.0 km - The Butterworth Gallery - 9 min drive - 10.3 km - Craigievar Castle - 18 min drive - 18.5 km #### Getting around - Kintore Station - 31 min drive - Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) - 43 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Corner House Tearoom - ‬7 min drive - ‪The Boat Inn - ‬7 min drive - ‪Spider On A Bicycle - ‬7 min drive - ‪The Lodge on the Loch of - ‬6 min drive - ‪The Sign Of The Black Face Sheep - ‬6 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is 2 bedroom accommodation in Dess, Aboyne pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at 2 bedroom accommodation in Dess, Aboyne? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at 2 bedroom accommodation in Dess, Aboyne? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is 2 bedroom accommodation in Dess, Aboyne located? > Situated in Aboyne, this cottage is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Deeside Activity Park and 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Reflect Spa. Aboyne Golf Club and The Butterworth Gallery are also within 6 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## 2 bedroom accommodation in Dess, Aboyne Reviews 9.4 ### 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 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Aleksandr O. Jan 30, 2025 ##### Aleksandr O. Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Aileen Oct 1, 2020 #### N Nice and peaceful setting Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo ##### Aileen This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### S Jul 14, 2020 #### Internally the cottage was well equipped and comfortable. Internally the cottage was well equipped and comfortable. Unfortunately the location of the property next to a busy A road coupled with single glazed windows allowed us to be disturbed by the traffic both morning and evening times and prevented us from enjoying sitting outside. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo ##### S This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Angela Jul 21, 2019 #### Dess Lodge is a lovely property in a good geographical location but, being alongside the main road, Dess Lodge is a lovely property in a good geographical location but, being alongside the main road, was sometimes noisy. There were just a few small issues but, on the whole, we enjoyed our stay in a clean unique property that was very comfortable. Very helpful owners. ##### Angela This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paul Jul 9, 2019 #### A very comfortable and relaxing environment in an excellent location. A very comfortable and relaxing environment in an excellent location. Many places of interest in close proximity. We had an excellent stay and would be happy to revisit at some point in the future. ##### Paul This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### David Jan 31, 2019 #### Beautiful house in beautiful location. Beautiful house in beautiful location. Very well equipped and really nice touches (teddy on kids bed for example). Thoroughly recommended. ##### David ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Holiday Inn Glasgow Airport by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Paisley-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Glasgow-Airport.h809324.Hotel-Information) > > [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) > > [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) > > [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) > > [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) > > [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) > > [Beautiful Country Cottage private Indoor Swimming Pool ,Hot Tub, & Games room.](https://www.expedia.ca/Swindon-Hotels-Beautiful-Country-Cottage-Private-Indoor-Swimming-Pool.h34047025.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) > > [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) > > [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)