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Holiday Homes in Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire

Self-Catering Holiday Cottage Accommodation in Aberdeen

Aberdeen in Scotland is an ideal choice for a self-catering escape, offering a unique blend of urban sophistication and natural beauty. Known as 'The Granite City', its majestic grey granite buildings shimmer under the sun, complementing the golden sands of its coastline. Explore Aberdeen's artistic and cultural richness in its numerous galleries, museums, and its famous Maritime Museum. Lovers of nature and history can delight in nearby Duthie Park, and explore Aberdeenshire's renowned castle trail featuring Huntly Castle and Drum Castle. Complete your getaway with visits to charming coastal villages like Cruden Bay for a truly memorable self-catering break.

Booking your holiday accommodation in Aberdeen early is recommended for the best choice of holiday rentals.

Woodend Croft
Ellon, Aberdeenshire Around 9 miles from Aberdeen
Woodend Croft, Aberdeenshire,  Scotland Viewed 11 times in last week.
Sleeps 4 - 8, 4 Bedroom
Weekly price: £ 942 - £ 4658
Next Available: 15/12 to 19/12/2025
Living & Leisure Facilities:
Type of Holiday: 2 dogs welcome
Larchwood Lodge
Ellon, Aberdeenshire Around 10 miles from Aberdeen
Larchwood Lodge, Aberdeenshire,  Scotland Viewed 11 times in last week.
Sleeps 3 - 6, 3 Bedroom
Weekly price: £ 682 - £ 3659
Next Available: 13/12 to 24/01/2026
Living & Leisure Facilities: Microwave Dishwasher Washing machine Garden free wifi
Type of Holiday: No dogs allowed
Boat House
Peterculter, Aberdeenshire Around 9 miles from Aberdeen
Boat House, Aberdeenshire,  Scotland Viewed 12 times in last week.
Sleeps 5 - 9, 5 Bedroom
Weekly price: £ 1661 - £ 5879
Next Available: 28/02 to 28/03/2026
Living & Leisure Facilities: woodburner Open fire Microwave Dishwasher Washing machine Sauna Garden
Type of Holiday: 1 dogs welcome Group welcome


Cottages and Self-Catering Holiday Accommodation in Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire, Scotland

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Self-Catering Breaks in Aberdeen

Planning a cottage break in Aberdeen? Aberdeen in Scotland is a pleasant city to explore on a self-catering break. If you have never been to Scotland before, you may well be pleasantly surprised at what Scotland has to offer.

What Does Aberdeen Offer for Cottage Breaks?

Aberdeen itself is an attractive city with grand buildings, many of which are made of grey granite, earning it the title of ‘The Granite City’. In the sunshine, these granite buildings gleam in the sun. The city of Aberdeen is also called by some the silver city with the golden sands, along with the Grey City. Aberdeen, by virtue of the oil industry, has become quite a wealthy city with a number of stylish and high-end bars and restaurants. There are also cinemas, nightclubs, and a good number of shops. Over recent years, Aberdeen has also developed quite an arty vibe and there are a number of interesting art galleries and museums to visit.

Places to Visit on a Cottage Stay in Aberdeen

• Places of interest to discover whilst holidaying in Aberdeen include the William Wallace Statue, Aberdeen Maritime Museum, Aberdeen Art Gallery, Marischal Museum, Robert Burns Statue, Saint Machar's Cathedral, and Robert the Bruce statue. • Aberdeen is also known for its well-maintained parks and gardens including Duthie Park, Winter Gardens, Hazlehead Park, Johnston Gardens, Seaton Park, Union Terrace Gardens, Victoria Park, and Westburn Park. • Visitors to Aberdeen enjoying a cottage holiday may also want to visit the many castles in the area; Aberdeenshire is, after all, known for its castle trail. There are some amazing castles to visit and discover in Aberdeenshire, including Huntly Castle, Drum Castle, and Fyvie Castle. • Much of the art in Aberdeen has been inspired by the sea, by virtue of Aberdeen’s position by the coast.

Discover the Beautiful Aberdeenshire Coastline on a Self-Catering Break

• Any visit to Aberdeen would be incomplete without a visit to the coast. There is a fascinating coastline in Aberdeenshire with high dramatic cliffs, hidden coves, sandy beaches, and even coastal caves. The North Sea can at times be calm and also wild, giving the coastline in certain weather a dramatic presence. Seaside villages well worth a visit in Aberdeenshire include Cruden Bay, Collieston, and Pennan.

Cottage Rentals and Self-Catering Accommodation in Aberdeenshire

Self-catering accommodation in Aberdeenshire is mostly in the form of apartments or houses to rent. If you are seeking a country cottage break, you are likely to find this type of accommodation in Aberdeenshire, outside of the city of Aberdeen.

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