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The mountainous village of Braemar, part of Royal Deeside, is a great base for adventure or relaxation on the SnowRoads. There’s an abundance of well-signposted, low-level walking which makes it a wonderful place for ramblers, who can look out at the many hills which surround the village and enjoy some sustenance in the cafes and restaurants.
The Auld Bank House Built in 1870, The Auld Bank House maintains many of it's original features. Sleeps 6 3 Bedrooms - 3 bathrooms (Includes 1 en-suite) Large open plan living/kitchen area with second living room.
5 Invercauld Road, AB35 5YP
Braemar
AB35 5YP
The Auld Bank House Built in 1870, The Auld Bank House maintains many of it's original features. Sleeps 6 3 Bedrooms - 3 bathrooms (Includes 1 en-suite) Large open plan living/kitchen area with second living room.
5 Invercauld Road, AB35 5YP
Braemar
AB35 5YP
The valley of the River Dee is known as Royal Deeside for its connections with Queen Victoria and her descendants. The Royal Residence of Balmoral Castle sits in the heart of the valley and is still a favoured home to Her Majesty the Queen. Dee... read more
Around Royal Deeside, Ballater to, AB35
Ballater to
Braemar
AB35
The valley of the River Dee is known as Royal Deeside for its connections with Queen Victoria and her descendants. The Royal Residence of Balmoral Castle sits in the heart of the valley and is still a favoured home to Her Majesty the Queen. Dee Valley, which sits partly within the Cairngorm mountains, with the River Dee running through its centre offers walkers a variety of hill walking opportunities, from the majestic mountains of the Cairngorms, which includes The Queen’s jewel Lochnagar. From Monday 9th July 2015, you can enjoy the spectacular scenery of the Balmoral Estate from the open top bus which connects Braemar, The Royal Lochnagar Distillery, Ballater and the Linn O'Dee. The route will run Thursday to Monday throughout the summer school holidays. See our website for timetables.
Around Royal Deeside, Ballater to, AB35
Ballater to
Braemar
AB35
Braemar Mountain Rescue Team operates from two bases in the Cairngorm National Park. The team headquarters is in Braemar and we also have a subsidiary base in Ballater. Braemar Mountain Rescue Association was formed in 1965 by a group of local... read more
Braemar Mountain Rescue Team operates from two bases in the Cairngorm National Park. The team headquarters is in Braemar and we also have a subsidiary base in Ballater. Braemar Mountain Rescue Association was formed in 1965 by a group of local people who were concerned about the increasing number of mountain accidents and the resultant hardship and risk to local residents. Braemar Mountain Rescue Team is a large, busy organisation which relies on government grant aid funding and donations...To find out more about the team and how we are run please visit our website.
Braemar, AB35 5YP
Braemar
AB35 5YP
Scottish Cabin-Style cottage in the heart of the Highland village of Braemar, sleeping 6. In grounds of owners' cottage but totally independent. Great for ski-ing, walking and families.
9 Auchendryne Square, AB35 5WS
Braemar
AB35 5WS
Scottish Cabin-Style cottage in the heart of the Highland village of Braemar, sleeping 6. In grounds of owners' cottage but totally independent. Great for ski-ing, walking and families.
9 Auchendryne Square, AB35 5WS
Braemar
AB35 5WS
Scotland's largest ski area with varied terrain from the invitingly easy to surprisingly steep! 40km's of pistes over 3 valleys and 4 mountains. Glenshee's impressive 22 lifts and 36 runs offer an amazing diversity of natural terrain... read more
Cairnwell, Spittal of Glenshee, AB35 5XU
Braemar
Scotland's largest ski area with varied terrain from the invitingly easy to surprisingly steep! 40km's of pistes over 3 valleys and 4 mountains. Glenshee's impressive 22 lifts and 36 runs offer an amazing diversity of natural terrain for all standards of skiers and snowboarders. There are lots of options to choose from - you can join a class, go private, hire an instructor for your group, get into race training or simply take advantage of one of our great value package deals. Check out our Facebook page for up to date weather reports!
Cairnwell, Spittal of Glenshee, AB35 5XU
Braemar
Open everyday until mid October - weather permitting! The new Cairnwell Chair Lift - Suitable for all the family, offering stunning views... The chair lift also provides access for walkers and climbers to Scotland's most accessible Munro;... read more
Cairnwell, Spittal of Glenshee, AB35 5XU
Spittal of Glenshee
Braemar
AB35 5XU
Open everyday until mid October - weather permitting! The new Cairnwell Chair Lift - Suitable for all the family, offering stunning views... The chair lift also provides access for walkers and climbers to Scotland's most accessible Munro; The Cairnwell, followed by an easy walk along to Carn Aosda then Carn a'Gheoidh provides a wilder diversion to achieve 3 Munros.
Cairnwell, Spittal of Glenshee, AB35 5XU
Spittal of Glenshee
Braemar
AB35 5XU
Mar Lodge has five apartments, two cottages and a bunk house which sleeps 12. Bookings for our cottages and apartments can be made by following the links in our website. Prices for our bunk house are based on £25 per person per night (minimum... read more
Mar Lodge Estate, Braemar, Royal Deeside, AB35 5YJ
Royal Deeside
Braemar
AB35 5YJ
Mar Lodge has five apartments, two cottages and a bunk house which sleeps 12. Bookings for our cottages and apartments can be made by following the links in our website. Prices for our bunk house are based on £25 per person per night (minimum charge £150 per night). Bedding is included in the price, towels are available on request for an additional fee. This can be booked through the NTS holiday line 0131 458 0305 or by email holidays@nts.org.uk Our 3 and 4 star self-catering cottages and apartments, which are set within the Lodge and estate grounds can sleep between 2 - 17 guests, These can be booked through our booking partner Sykes Cottages through our website https://www.nts.org.uk/holiday-accommodation/north-east-scotland
Mar Lodge Estate, Braemar, Royal Deeside, AB35 5YJ
Royal Deeside
Braemar
AB35 5YJ
Mar Lodge Estate NNR, is set in a stunning location on the south side of the Cairngorms, surrounded by mountains, rivers and Caledonian pine forests. The largest Nation Nature Reserve in the UK, a visit offers a great opportunity to see a huge... read more
National Trust for Scotland, Mar Lodge, Royal Deeside, AB35 5YJ
Mar Lodge, Royal Deeside
Braemar
AB35 5YJ
Mar Lodge Estate NNR, is set in a stunning location on the south side of the Cairngorms, surrounded by mountains, rivers and Caledonian pine forests. The largest Nation Nature Reserve in the UK, a visit offers a great opportunity to see a huge range of native species in their natural habitat. Our Ranger team run a number of led events through the year, from activities for youngsters to full mountain hill days or traverses of the Lairig Ghru. Contact our staff for further information.
National Trust for Scotland, Mar Lodge, Royal Deeside, AB35 5YJ
Mar Lodge, Royal Deeside
Braemar
AB35 5YJ
Mar Lodge Estate is made up of more than 29,000 hectares of astonishing Scottish landscape: heather-covered moorland, Caledonian pine forest, towering mountains. There are 15 Munros on the estate (mountains over 914m/3,000ft high), including 4... read more
Mar Lodge, AB35 5YJ
Braemar
AB35 5YJ
Mar Lodge Estate is made up of more than 29,000 hectares of astonishing Scottish landscape: heather-covered moorland, Caledonian pine forest, towering mountains. There are 15 Munros on the estate (mountains over 914m/3,000ft high), including 4 of the 5 highest mountains in the UK. The Lodge is also the perfect base to take on the munroes in the Glenshee, Glen Ey or Lochnagar areas. The beautiful ancient pinewoods are home to red squirrels and pine martens as well as birds such as the crossbill and black grouse. Our Ranger team offer both low level and high level guided walks throughout the year as part of our walking programme. We will also cater for private groups by prior arrangement. Traverses of the Lairig Ghru and Lairig an Laoigh passes make up two of the long distances traverses on offer.
Mar Lodge, AB35 5YJ
Braemar
AB35 5YJ
An impressive former shooting lodge, Braemar Youth Hostel sits in extensive grounds in the heart of Cairngorms National Park and is a great base for exploring Royal Deeside with its many castles and distilleries, including Balmoral Castle, the... read more
Corrie Feragie, 21 Glenshee Road, Royal Deeside, AB35 5YQ
21 Glenshee Road, Royal Deeside
Braemar
AB35 5YQ
An impressive former shooting lodge, Braemar Youth Hostel sits in extensive grounds in the heart of Cairngorms National Park and is a great base for exploring Royal Deeside with its many castles and distilleries, including Balmoral Castle, the Queen’s Scottish home. Perfect for groups, families and individual travellers, the hostel boasts many traditional features and offers guests a wide range of room types, from comfortable private rooms to spacious shared accommodation. None of the rooms are en-suite but ample shower and washroom facilities are available. Guests can opt for a continental breakfast served in the dining room or take advantage of the large, well-equipped self-catering kitchen. Other facilities include free WiFi, a bright, comfortable lounge with TV, a laundry and drying room, free onsite parking and secure bike storage. Basic provisions, confectionery and soft drinks are available to purchase at reception. Sitting on the ‘Snow Road’, the hostel is the perfect base for outdoor enthusiasts, within easy reach of the Cairngorms and the ski centres at Glenshee and the Lecht. Dogs are welcome at Braemar, for a small fee, when guests book a private room. Please notify us in advance to check that a dog friendly room is available. The hostel is also available for exclusive private rental. Terms and conditions can be found at www.hostellingscotland.org.uk
Corrie Feragie, 21 Glenshee Road, Royal Deeside, AB35 5YQ
21 Glenshee Road, Royal Deeside
Braemar
AB35 5YQ