Title: Red Squirrel Cottage Pet Friendly Family Adventure Retreat in Aberdeenshire Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Red Squirrel Cottage Pet Friendly Family Adventure Retreat in Aberdeenshire Holiday home with free parking, 10-minute walk to Cairngorms National Park ![House | 2 bedrooms](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107440000/107437100/107437001/28c176c4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![House | 2 bedrooms](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107440000/107437100/107437001/5f6e0d07.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![House | 2 bedrooms](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107440000/107437100/107437001/e6ceba8b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![House | 2 bedrooms](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107440000/107437100/107437001/5f26f534.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![House | 2 bedrooms](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107440000/107437100/107437001/3ea2862c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Red Squirrel Cottage Pet Friendly Family Adventure Retreat in Aberdeenshire provides a garden and more. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - Outdoor space - Parking included - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Red Squirrel Cottage Pet Friendly Family Adventure Retreat in Aberdeenshire Holiday home with free parking, 10-minute walk to Cairngorms National Park A garden, free self-parking and free Wi-Fi in public areas are available at this holiday home. The holiday home features a fridge, a stovetop and an electric kettle. This holiday home offers 3 accommodations. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Free self parking on site - Wheelchair-accessible parking available - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Food and drink - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Hob - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 1 private bathroom ### Entertainment - Games ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Service animals only (pets not allowed) ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - No lift - Wheelchair-accessible parking ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - 3 units - Garden ## Similar properties ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/61000000/60550000/60541600/60541559/fe99ac96.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cairngorm Bothies Aboyne - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Outdoor space 8.6 Excellent 11 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-03&endDate=2025-12-04&selected=60541559&PinnedHotelID=60541559&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Breakfast and dinner served, British cuisine](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117730000/117720700/117720685/3a93da3b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Haughton Arms Hotel Alford - Breakfast included - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi 9.0 Wonderful 8 reviews £75 includes taxes & fees 23 Nov - 24 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-23&endDate=2025-11-24&selected=117720685&PinnedHotelID=117720685&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![House | 2 bedrooms](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105310000/105301700/105301608/3af17fc2_edited_cc35.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Station Cottage Dinnet Aboyne Aberdeenshire Aboyne - Parking included - Free WiFi - Outdoor space 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-03&endDate=2025-12-04&selected=105301608&PinnedHotelID=105301608&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM Contactless check-in and check-out are available Minimum check-in age - 25 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM Contactless check-out ### Special check-in instructions Guests must contact the property for check-in information To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation ### Pets Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit This property is professionally cleaned If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts A mandatory cleaning fee is included in this property's rental rate ### Property is also known as Red Squirrel Cottage Strathdon Red Squirrel Cottage Strathdon Aberdeenshire ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C57.21087%2C-2.96471&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=tOt5E5CFu8tU2TL2P1e-g3icNeU=) Alford, Scotland #### What's nearby - Kildrummy Castle - 6 min drive - 4.0 miles - Corgraff Castle - 9 min drive - 7.0 miles - Haughton Country Park - 20 min drive - 15.8 miles - Lecht 2090 - 20 min drive - 15.6 miles - Lecht Ski Resort - 23 min drive - 18.1 miles #### Getting around - Huntly Station - 29 min drive - Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) - 63 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Kildrummy Inn - ‬6 min drive - ‪The Strathdon Bar - ‬7 min drive - ‪Steading Bar - ‬7 min drive - ‪The Colquhonnie Hotel House - ‬7 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Red Squirrel Cottage Pet Friendly Family Adventure Retreat in Aberdeenshire pet-friendly? > No, only service animals are welcome at the property. ### How much is parking at Red Squirrel Cottage Pet Friendly Family Adventure Retreat in Aberdeenshire? > Self-parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Red Squirrel Cottage Pet Friendly Family Adventure Retreat in Aberdeenshire? > Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Red Squirrel Cottage Pet Friendly Family Adventure Retreat in Aberdeenshire? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Red Squirrel Cottage Pet Friendly Family Adventure Retreat in Aberdeenshire located? > Situated in Alford, this holiday home is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Cairngorms National Park and within 6 miles (10 km) of Kildrummy Castle and Corgraff Castle. Lost Gallery is 8.5 mi (13.6 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Red Squirrel Cottage Pet Friendly Family Adventure Retreat in Aberdeenshire Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Amenities ### 10 Eco-friendliness ### 10 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stephen 12 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Very nice ##### Stephen Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [DoubleTree by Hilton Dunblane Hydro](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Dunblane-Hotels-DoubleTree-By-Hilton-Dunblane-Hydro.h520461.Hotel-Information) > > [Claymore Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Arrochar-Hotels-CLAYMORE-HOTEL.h57956439.Hotel-Information) > > [Marine Troon](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Troon-Hotels-The-Marine-Hotel.h554927.Hotel-Information) > > [The Stirling Highland Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stirling-Hotels-The-Stirling-Highland-Hotel.h558482.Hotel-Information) > > [Fairmont St Andrews](https://www.expedia.co.uk/St-Andrews-Hotels-Fairmont-St-Andrews.h663479.Hotel-Information) > > [Dunkeld House Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Dunkeld-Hotels-Dunkeld-House-Hotel.h520427.Hotel-Information) > > [Apex City Quay Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Dundee-Hotels-Apex-City-Quay-Hotel-Spa.h897382.Hotel-Information) > > [Adamton Country House Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Prestwick-Hotels-Adamton-Country-House-Hotel.h3277768.Hotel-Information) > > [Hampton by Hilton Dundee City Centre](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Dundee-Hotels-Hampton-By-Hilton-Dundee-City-Center.h15438290.Hotel-Information) > > [JA Mar Hall Scotland](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bishopton-Hotels-Mar-Hall-Golf-Spa-Resort.h1077249.Hotel-Information) > > [Loch Long Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Arrochar-Hotels-Loch-Long-Hotel.h16270964.Hotel-Information) > > [Fonab Castle Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Pitlochry-Hotels-Fonab-Castle-Hotel-Spa.h5991409.Hotel-Information) > > [The Victoria Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kirkcaldy-Hotels-The-Victoria-Hotel.h4482159.Hotel-Information) > > [The George Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Inveraray-Hotels-The-George-Hotel.h24458716.Hotel-Information) > > [Inglewood House and Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Alloa-Hotels-Inglewood-House-And-Spa.h12709295.Hotel-Information) > > [The Caledonian Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Fort-William-Hotels-The-Caledonian-Hotel.h13407571.Hotel-Information) > > [Glynhill Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Renfrew-Hotels-Glynhill-Hotel.h868692.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Express Glasgow Airport by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Paisley-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Glasgow-Airport.h519994.Hotel-Information) > > [Moness Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Aberfeldy-Hotels-Moness-Resort.h2955414.Hotel-Information) > > [The Great Western Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oban-Hotels-The-Great-Western-Hotel.h13407325.Hotel-Information) > > [The Pitlochry Hydro Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Pitlochry-Hotels-The-Pitlochry-Hydro-Hotel.h1854094.Hotel-Information) > > [Dakota Eurocentral](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Motherwell-Hotels-Dakota-Eurocentral.h1516635.Hotel-Information) > > [The Waverley Castle Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Melrose-Hotels-The-Waverley-Castle-Hotel.h13431010.Hotel-Information) > > [Cameron House on Loch Lomond](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Alexandria-Hotels-Cameron-House-On-Loch-Lomond.h980306.Hotel-Information) > > [Hampton by Hilton Hamilton Park](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hamilton-Hotels-Hampton-By-Hilton-Hamilton-Park.h33810078.Hotel-Information) > > [Wyndham Duchally Country Estate](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Auchterarder-Hotels-CLC-Duchally-Country-Estate-Hotel-Resort.h79023.Hotel-Information) > > [Riverside Lodge Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Irvine-Hotels-Riverside-Lodge-Hotel.h8519.Hotel-Information) > > [Arrochar Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Arrochar-Hotels-Arrochar-Hotel.h1423391.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Glasgow Airport by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Paisley-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Glasgow-Airport.h809324.Hotel-Information) > > [DoubleTree by Hilton Glasgow Strathclyde](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bellshill-Hotels-DoubleTree-By-Hilton-Glasgow-Strathclyde.h520473.Hotel-Information)