[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Sweet Donside Cabins Lodge in Strathdon with free parking ![Luxury Cabin, 1 Bedroom (The Wee Beehive)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106710000/106707100/106707008/3c791865.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106710000/106707100/106707008/w931h634x0y0-4d0b8d9d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106710000/106707100/106707008/b5aeaa2d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Luxury Cabin, 1 Bedroom (The Wee Fae Hideaway)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106710000/106707100/106707008/7d7b2f97.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Luxury Cabin, 1 Bedroom (The Wee Love Nest (no pets)) | Private kitchenette](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106710000/106707100/106707008/w1080h1069x0y0-a829f407.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Travelers find a peaceful escape at Sweet Donside Cabins. After exploring the countryside, the firepit becomes a natural gathering spot. The cabins offer free WiFi, outdoor furniture, and barbecue grills, creating a homey atmosphere that guests consistently appreciate. 10 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct. 18 - Oct. 19](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-18&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=106707008&PinnedHotelID=106707008&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-18&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=106707008&PinnedHotelID=106707008&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct. 19 - Oct. 20](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-19&endDate=2025-10-20&selected=106707008&PinnedHotelID=106707008&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-19&endDate=2025-10-20&selected=106707008&PinnedHotelID=106707008&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct. 24 - Oct. 26](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=106707008&PinnedHotelID=106707008&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=106707008&PinnedHotelID=106707008&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Oct. 31 - Nov. 2](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=106707008&PinnedHotelID=106707008&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=106707008&PinnedHotelID=106707008&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106710000/106707100/106707008/fa2a3d3f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Luxury Cabin, 1 Bedroom (The Wee Love Nest (no pets)) ### Highlights Yard Deck/patio Separate dining area Separate sitting area Individually furnished Individually decorated Private outdoor hot tub Heating - 269 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Luxury Cabin, 1 Bedroom (The Wee Beehive)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106710000/106707100/106707008/33c9ce8d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Luxury Cabin, 1 Bedroom (The Wee Beehive) ### Highlights Yard Deck/patio Separate dining area Separate sitting area Individually furnished Individually decorated Private outdoor hot tub Heating - 269 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Luxury Cabin, 1 Bedroom (The Wee Bears Den)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106710000/106707100/106707008/132e8468.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Luxury Cabin, 1 Bedroom (The Wee Bears Den) ### Highlights Patio Yard Separate dining area Separate sitting area Individually furnished Individually decorated Heating Kitchenette - 269 sq ft - Hill view - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Luxury Cabin, 1 Bedroom (The Wee Fae Hideaway)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106710000/106707100/106707008/76e52dd2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Luxury Cabin, 1 Bedroom (The Wee Fae Hideaway) ### Highlights Patio Yard Separate dining area Separate sitting area Individually furnished Individually decorated Private outdoor hot tub Heating - 269 sq ft - Hill view - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FStrathdon-Hotels-Sweet-Donside-Cabins.h106707008.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FStrathdon-Hotels-Sweet-Donside-Cabins.h106707008.Hotel-Information) ## 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%7C57.19776%2C-3.08128&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=j86S_1w-n5bvgDFN-XIxubO72FE=) Scotsbank, Strathdon, Scotland, AB36 8UR #### What's nearby - Lecht 2090 - 10 min drive - 13.9 km - Corgarff Castle - 14 min drive - 14.3 km - Kildrummy Castle - 14 min drive - 16.9 km - Cairngorms National Park - 23 min drive - 29.3 km - Balmoral Castle - 26 min drive - 32.6 km #### Getting around - Keith and Dufftown Railway - 44 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Goodbrand & Ross Tearoom - ‬7 min drive - ‪The Colquhonnie Hotel House - ‬3 min drive - ‪Steading Bar - ‬3 min drive - ‪The Strathdon Bar - ‬3 min drive - ‪Goodbrand & Ross - ‬7 min drive ## About this property ### Sweet Donside Cabins Property highlights Sweet Donside Cabins provides a firepit and more. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas. You'll also find perks like: - Free self parking - Outdoor furniture, smoke-free premises, and barbecue grills More amenities include: - Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles - Showers and shampoo - Kitchenettes and heating ## Similar properties ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/61000000/60550000/60541600/60541559/fe99ac96.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cairngorm Bothies Aboyne - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Outdoor space 8.6 Excellent 10 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-01&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=60541559&PinnedHotelID=60541559&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 303 reviews CA $159 CA $190 total includes taxes & fees Oct 30 - Oct 31 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-30&endDate=2025-10-31&selected=1422395&PinnedHotelID=1422395&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Indoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/520500/520459/f87541e8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hilton Grand Vacations Club Craigendarroch Suites Scotland Ballater - 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Microwave 8.4 Very good 8 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-01&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=16436057&PinnedHotelID=16436057&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Free self parking on site ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Outdoor furniture ### Accessibility - Area rugs in room - No elevator - Thin carpet in room - Tile flooring in room ### More - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Food and drink - Electric kettle - Kitchenette - Tea bags/instant coffee ### More - Heating ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions There is no front desk at this property Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; access will be through a private entrance ### Access methods Key retrieval, private entrance ### Pets Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 20.00 per accommodation, per stay Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 1 total pets Pets cannot be left unattended Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation ### Children and extra beds This property does not allow children ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Optional extras - Pet fee: GBP 20.00 per accommodation, 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/debit cards ### We should mention This property does not have elevators This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties ### Property is also known as Sweet Donside Cabins Lodge Sweet Donside Cabins Strathdon Sweet Donside Cabins Lodge Strathdon ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Sweet Donside Cabins pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total). There's a fee of GBP 20.00 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details. ### How much is parking at Sweet Donside Cabins? > Self parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Sweet Donside Cabins? > Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Sweet Donside Cabins? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Sweet Donside Cabins located? > Situated in Strathdon, this lodge is within 9 mi (15 km) of Cairngorms National Park, Lecht 2090, and Corgarff Castle. Kildrummy Castle is 10 mi (16 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Sweet Donside Cabins 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 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Staff & service ### 10/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 10/10 Eco-friendliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Scott Oct 14, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Perfect Stay Nothing but positive things to say about Sweet Donside Cabins. Cabins and facilities were spotlessly clean, TV beds very spacious and comfortable, with the attention to detail excellent. Hot tubs were clean and well maintained. 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