Self Catering

Corner Cottage, 21 Viewfield Road, Ballater. Set amid tree-covered hills and heather clad mountain glens is the pretty village of Ballater. Corner Cottage is centrally located within the village, a quaint granite semi-detached property built over a hundred years ago. Offering comfortable accommodation throughout, the cottage has a spacious open plan kitchen/lounge area fully fitted with modern appliances, Sky Digital TV and a cosy log fire, a shower room with sauna and a romantic four poster bedroom. Accommodation for up to two additional guests can be made using the bed settee in the lounge. You'll find plenty to do here to suit all tastes. Nearby is Balmoral Castle, summer residence of the Royal Family and a 'must visit' for many who come to the area. There are mountains to climb as well as visitor attractions aplenty. Open all year. Rates from £160-£280 per week including complimentary champagne and chocolates between October and March. Short break rates on application. Contact: Colin Duncan. Tel: 01224 789805. Mobile: 07711 610029.
E-mail: Col54KingSt@aol.com
WWW: www.cornerhouse-properties.com

Holmhead Cottage, Logie Coldstone, By Dinnet, AB34 5PQ. STB 3 Star Self Catering. Standing in 2 acres of its own land and surrounded by trees and forest, Holmhead is a traditional 'but and ben' cottage. The property has been tastefully rebuilt and while retaining some original features, it offers all modern comforts and is suitable for up to 5 guests. The accommodation comprise a well-equipped kitchen-diner with an open fire, separate lounge with wood burning stove, two bedrooms and a shower room. Electric heating is also installed and may be used as an alternative to solid fuel. You'll find a child friendly pub-restaurant just two minutes walk away and a wealth of things to do and places to visit in the area. Dogs are welcome at Holmhead, but please let us know in advance. Available all year at £300 per week inclusive of all bed linen. Please bring your own towels. Contact Jim or Alison. Tel: 01708 726043. Fax: 01708 724284.
E-mail: jim@holmhead-cottage.com
WWW: www.holmhead-cottage.com

Woodend Chalet Holidays, Glassel, Banchory, AB31 4DB. STB 3 and 4 Star Self Catering. Set in quiet woodland close to the pretty town of Banchory, our seven timber chalets and two new luxury lodges provide comfortable, well appointed accommodation for from 2 to 6 guests. Each chalet comprises an open plan sitting/dining room, a well equipped kitchen area, either one or two bedrooms and a bathroom. The two luxury lodges have an open plan kitchen/dining/living room, one double bedroom with en-suite shower room, one twin room, one room with bunk beds and a family bathroom. They also have a dishwasher, widescreen TV and DVD player. A large central grassed area provides a safe play area. Within a short drive you'll find an unrivalled selection of things to see and do including castles and museums to visit and the vibrant City of Aberdeen. Open all year. Rates from £160-£625 per week including provision of all bedlinen and towels. Short breaks also available. Contact Mrs Ursula George. Tel: +44 (0)13398 82562.
E-mail: info@woodendchalets.co.uk
WWW: www.woodendchalets.co.uk