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Looking forward to visiting a place surrounded by beautiful parks to enjoy a quiet family holiday? Visit charming Braemar, a quaint Aberdeenshire town in the beautiful Highlands of Scotland with stunning holiday rentals for a stay second to none. In Braemar, you can enjoy all the beauty of the imposing scenery of Scotland with its magnificent castles to learn more about the history of this beautiful place. Enjoy a pleasant walk exploring the fabulous natural parks with large areas to enjoy outdoor activities. Visit its amazing museums with a wide variety of exhibitions that you cannot miss. Delight in one of the most beautiful nature areas in Scotland and share with your family a few well-deserved days of rest free from worries.
Beautiful holiday rentals with a garden and hot tubTo quietly explore all the natural beauty of Braemar, you can stay in the wonderful holiday rentals with all the comforts to make you feel at home. Enjoy the relaxing hot tub in the enclosed garden with furniture and terrace to relax in the middle of the mountains. Discover all the comforts that you can enjoy inside from the magnificent kitchen with an electric stove and oven, microwave, kettle, fridge with freezer and an adorable dining room to share the best meals with the family. In the living room, you will find beautiful hardwood floors, fireplace, cosy sofas, HDTV, music player, Wi-Fi and much more for entertaining. Marvel at the fantastic tastefully decorated bedrooms to relax and enjoy a restful sleep in single, double, and king-size beds. Additionally, these properties include private parking for your convenience.
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This magnificent ruined fortification dates back to the 15th century. It was built on a strategic position on the banks of the River Dee. Currently, it functions as a fantastic archaeological museum with interesting exhibits of articles and artefacts found in the last decades in the surroundings of the castle. Guided tours are offered where you will discover all the details about the history of this ancient fortress that served as a hunting seat for King Robert II.
Have fun at the Glenshee Ski CentreIn Braemar, there are plenty of incredible places to enjoy fantastic outdoor activities suitable for all ages. If you are hunting for something different to do, a great option is to visit the wonderful Glenshee Ski Centre. One of the highest mountains that you will find in the town is covered with snow to do all kinds of sports from skiing to snowboarding and much more. You will find magnificent schools where you can learn everything you need to know to enjoy this adventure in the mountains. For a delicious hot drink, don't forget to visit the great cafés with varied food and drink menus.
Travellers and activities
One of the tourist attractions that you will find in Braemar are the numerous castles and fortresses that in the past were of great importance to Scotland in the process of its independence. Braemar Castle is one of the most important castles you can visit. This imposing L-shaped fortification is located in the Scottish town of the same name and belonged to the Farquharfon clan in 1628. Currently, you will find a wonderful self-guided tour with interesting facts about the castle and its inhabitants. Among the most outstanding stories told by its visitors, they assure that this fortification is haunted stating that noises and voices have been heard, so if you are a lover of the paranormal it is another reason to visit the castle. You can do the tour in the afternoon, where the views of the surroundings are breathtaking.
Braemar for art loversIn Braemar you will find magnificent places where you can discover impressive works of art and antique items of great historical value, so if you are a fan of art, you must pay a visit to the wonderful Balmoral Castle. It was the residence of King Robert II of Scotland, where it was used as a hunting lodge, until 1848 it became a royal residence. Currently, after some reforms over the years, you will find 260 km² of rooms with impressive collections of art of all kinds and objects that belonged to the former monarchs of Scotland. Enjoy a fantastic guided tour of the interiors of the castle and its large and beautiful garden, where you will also find some artistic sculptures with great beauty unique in the Highlands.
Braemar, in addition to having incredible natural parks, is known for being the venue for the traditional annual highland games, held every year in September, attended by the British royal family.
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To enjoy all the charms of nature in Braemar, one of the must-sees you need to visit is the beautiful Mar Lodge Estate, an incredible place with fantastic natural parks that includes adorable forests with trees and plants of various species, small rivers for boat rides, routes for hiking, cycling and an amazing landscape to relax in the tranquillity of the countryside and enjoy an essentially different and pleasant day in the company of your family and friends.
2. Visit the beautiful St Margaret’s Church This magnificent religious temple was built for the Scottish Episcopal Church in 1894, designed by Sir John Ninian Comper. Its structure is well-preserved, having undergone some reforms over the years, making it a jewel of Braemar that you must visit, especially for its impressive stained-glass windows. Currently, artistic and cultural events, courses, and others are offered throughout the year for all ages, you can check the itinerary, so you do not miss any of these fantastic events.3. Enjoy a delicious meal at The Bothy
The Bothy is a cosy mackerel with a terrace with the best views of the Scottish countryside, highly recommended by all its visitors. You will find a wide variety of sandwiches, desserts, coffees, and typical traditional Scottish and British food. No matter what time of the day you visit, you will find breakfast, brunch, lunch and much more in a pleasant atmosphere, with attentive and friendly staff and excellent value for money in the area.
4. Stroll through Creag ChoinnichCreag Choinnich is considered a paradise for nature lovers. You will be able to enjoy this beautiful area in the open countryside of the highlands and contemplate the most beautiful views of the mountains and the hills that will make you feel that you are in a fairy tale. If you like hiking, in this place you will find multiple options to choose from, suitable for all levels and enjoy a pleasant time in the company of your family and take a picnic to rest in the midst of this natural beauty.
5. Enjoy the best sweets at Specialty Sweet ShopSpecialty Sweet Shop, is a unique store that you will only find in Braemar. For all those who cannot live without sweets, it is worth a visit to this fabulous store, where you will find an impressive variety of sweets of all kinds to please the most demanding tastes. Attended by very helpful staff, you can select between candies of all flavours, lollipops, chocolates, chocolates, cookies, in addition to finding the typical Scottish sweets. Select your favourites and take home a sweet memory of Braemar.
Information about holiday lettings in Braemar
🏡 Holiday lettings available: | 27 properties. |
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💳 Discount available: | up to -35%. |
🌙 Minimum price per night: | from £28. |
⭐ Most popular amenities: | Wi-Fi, garden and balcony. |
🐾 Pet-friendly: | 21 properties. |