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The Victorian village of Ballater sits in the heart of Royal Deeside, Scotland in the Cairngorms National Park.
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Crathie Opportunity Holidays
Wheelchair accessible self-catering holiday cottages, thoughtfully designed for comfort, independence and relaxation.
Netherley Rooms by Bide Hotels
Discover exceptional room-only accommodation in the very heart of Ballater village. Netherley Rooms offers five beautifully appointed guest rooms, each thoughtfully designed for the discerning traveler seeking comfort, convenience, and stunning Highland scenery.
Braemar Caravan Park
Situated in the picturesque village of Braemar in Royal Deeside, Invercauld Estate are delighted to provide pitches for touring caravans, motorhomes and tents, and also offer accommodation in cosy camping pods all with spectacular views of the Cairngorms National Park.
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Cambus O May
Come for endless darting dragonflies on the lochans and in winter for snow-clad views of the surrounding mountains. The woodland here is classic Scots pine with a carpet of heather and blaeberry - ideal habitat for capercaillie and black grouse.
Knock Castle
Knock Castle was granted to the Gordons of Abergeldie by the 4th Earl of Huntly after the battle of Corrichie, Fought between George Gordon 4th Earl of Huntly and the forces of Mary Queen of Scots commanded by James Stewart 1st Earl of Moray on October 28, 1562.
Braemar Castle
Since 2006 the castle has been leased to the local community. It is run on behalf of the community by local charity, Braemar Community Ltd and staffed by local volunteers, and an ambitious restoration program has been started. It reopened to the public in 2008.