The North East of Scotland (including Aberdeenshire, Angus & Dundee) has a unique heritage and culture. It offers the visitor everything that is quintessentially Scottish from whisky distilleries and castles to Highland Games and golf courses. Highlights include:
St Cyrus beach / Puffins / Loch Brandy
Staying with Scotland’s Best B&Bs is the perfect way to explore this area. You can be sure of high standards and enjoy a rural retreat with a very personal, warm welcome from your hosts. We are all inspected by Visit Scotland Quality Assurance advisors and are following Government guidelines on Covid-19.
Brandon Lodge Bed and Breakfast
This 4 Star stone cottage nestled in idyllic countryside is ideally situated for exploring the Moray coast, Speyside and Aberdeenshire. Situated near historic Portsoy harbour (3 miles) and Banff (5 miles), Brandon Lodge is also close to the North East 250 Tourist Route. Choose from 3 bedrooms (kingsize / double). Families with children welcome. Discover whisky distilleries, castles and standing stones, or enjoy golf, fishing, cycling and walking. Spot seals, dolphins, porpoises and whales from the coast or on local boat trips. Open all year. 10% discount on stays of 3 nights or more for 2020. BOOK NOW
Castleview Bed and Breakfast
This 4 Star GOLD B&B near Dufftown is in the heart of the Whisky and Castle Trails of north-east Scotland and close to the Cairngorms National Park. Set in beautifully landscaped gardens with a stream and summer house, this B&B enjoys a great view of nearby Auchindoun Castle. Castleview is ideal for holiday-makers interested in outdoor activities, golf, fishing, distilleries and castles. Choice of 2 ensuite rooms (double or twin). Evening meals are available by prior arrangement. Ian is a enthusiastic amateur chef who prides himself in using locally sourced produce for delicious home cooked meals. Read more.....
Park House
This 5 Star luxury boutique bed and breakfast in Carnoustie is just 3 minutes walk from the beach and championship golf course. An ideal base for exploring Angus, Fife and Perthshire. 4 ensuite rooms (superkingsize double / twin) including one with a Jacuzzi bath. One of the bedrooms is on the ground floor (no stairs). Enjoy a full Scottish breakfast or try out the fish selections including local Arbroath smokies or Scottish smoked salmon. Guests can sit in the large garden which has a summer house. Your hosts Debbie and Mark can arrange club hire and book tee times for you at local golf courses. Arbroath 7 miles, Dundee 13 miles. BOOK NOW
Newton Farm Holidays
This 4 Star GOLD authentic working family farm is conveniently only 2 miles off the A90 between Dundee and Forfar in the scenic Angus countryside. With a choice of B&B accommodation in the farmhouse or neighbouring cottage, guests can enjoy breakfast made with produce from the farm and the local area. Your hosts won the Scottish Thistle Award in 2018/19 for the Most Hospitable B&B in the whole of Scotland, as well as 'Best Outdoor/ Adventure Experience' in the 2018/19 awards for the Central, Fife and Tayside Region. The family can take you on one of their award-winning farm tours to meet the animals, or you can try the Alpaca Walking Experience. Newton Farm is ideal for exploring the Angus Glens, playing golf or visiting Glamis Castle and the museums of Dundee. Pets are welcome by arrangement. BOOK NOW
Kinnaber Bed & Breakfast
This 4 Star B&B in the pretty village of Edzell is halfway between Dundee (30 miles) and Aberdeen (35 miles). Visit the Angus Glens, Aberdeenshire and the Cairngorm National Park. Discover castles such as Edzell, Glamis and Dunnottar. Choice of 2 ensuite twin rooms and 1 single room. £10 discount per room per night for bookings of 3 or more nights. Savour a hearty Scottish Breakfast. BOOK NOW
Purgavie Farm
This 4 Star farmhouse is situated on a 450 acre working sheep farm at the foot of Glenisla looking towards the Strathmore Valley in the Angus countryside. Ideally located between the Cairngorms National Park, Royal Deeside and Dundee, Purgavie Farm is 7 miles from Kirriemuir (birthplace of the author J.M. Barrie) and 10 miles from Glamis Castle. Choice of ensuite double, twin or family rooms. Freshly cooked to order on the AGA using local produce, breakfast is served in the antique dining room. Ideal for walking, cycling, birdwatching, golf, fishing or shooting. Pets welcome. BOOK NOW
Duntrune House
This Scottish Country Mansion House overlooking the city of Dundee (5 miles) offers 4 Star GOLD B&B accommodation. 3 ensuite bedrooms (double / twin / family) with views towards the Tay Estuary and the hills of Fife. 8 acres of landscaped grounds with quiet spaces for relaxation. Full Scottish breakfast with home baking and home grown organic food in season. Explore quaint east coast fishing villages or discover numerous museums in Dundee. 20 minutes from Glamis Castle. Aberdeen, Stirling and Edinburgh are all within one hour's drive. BOOK NOW
Dunnottar Castle, Aberdeenshire
EXPLORE MORE RURAL RETREATS IN SCOTLAND:
Rural Retreats in the Scottish Highlands (Loch Ness, Lochaber, North Coast 500, Isle of Skye)
Rural Retreats in Central Scotland (Edinburgh area, Perthshire, Fife)
Rural Retreats in Southern Scotland (Ayrshire, Dumfries & Galloway, Scottish Borders)