Broom Lodge
Braemar, Royal Deeside
Broom Lodge is a luxury self-catering property in Braemar, set in the heart of Royal Deeside and right beside the park where the iconic Braemar Gathering is held each September. This newly built holiday lodge is perfect for families or groups of friends looking to explore the Cairngorms National Park in style.
Quick Info
| Sleeps: 4/8 | Bedrooms: 4 |
| Changeover Day: Sat | Pets Allowed: Yes (2) |
| No smoking | Bathrooms: 4 |
| Licence No: AS-01223-F |
Surrounded by stunning Highland scenery, Braemar offers a remote-feeling escape that’s still within 60 miles of Aberdeen, Dundee and Perth. With timber cladding and high-end finishes, Broom Lodge blends beautifully into its setting. The front porch, framed by tree trunks, leads into a spacious entrance with room for walking gear.
The open-plan living area is the centrepiece of the lodge, featuring a dramatic double-height atrium and full-height windows with spectacular views over the Gathering field and wild landscape beyond. Large sofas surround a wood-burning stove, creating a warm, inviting space to relax after days out walking, cycling or skiing.
The fully equipped kitchen includes an oven/microwave, ceramic hob, American-style fridge-freezer, wine fridge and ample cupboard space. The oak dining table seats eight, with glass doors opening to a patio for al fresco meals.
A handy utility room with washing machine and tumble dryer leads to the enclosed garden, which has direct access to the forest behind the house via a secret gate – perfect for scenic dog walks.
Two bedrooms are downstairs (a king-size and a twin/double), while upstairs there are two more (another king and a twin/double), all with modern en suite shower rooms. There’s also a separate WC on the ground floor.
Upstairs, the galleried landing includes a games table (air hockey, table tennis and pool) and an office space with a large desk, power points and forest views.
One upstairs bedroom overlooks the Caledonian pine forest, while the other features twin Velux windows for natural light and stargazing.
The enclosed garden is ideal for children and dogs, with an outdoor dining area, gas BBQ, raised seating for watching red squirrels in the Scots Pines, and a playhouse for younger guests.
There’s much more to Braemar than the well-stocked village shop, local pub Farquharson’s, and the world-famous Braemar Gathering, which takes place each September just outside the gates of Broom Lodge. With its vibrant arts scene, community events, and growing reputation for food and drink, the village has become a year-round destination, popular with visitors and the occasional celebrity.
Set within the Cairngorms National Park, Braemar is a superb base for outdoor adventures. Several Munros are nearby, including the three Cairnwell Munros (9 miles), the more challenging An Socach (10 miles on foot), and, near Ballater (16 miles), Ben Macdui (the UK’s second-highest peak) and the dramatic Lochnagar.
Mountain biking is excellent, with forest tracks, rugged trails, and a ski lift at Glenshee Ski Centre (9 miles) that carries bikes and riders up to the Cairngorm plateau. Road cyclists will enjoy the scenic, quiet roads in the area.
There’s fishing on the River Dee, a round of golf at Braemar Golf Club, and championship courses at Blairgowrie (34 miles). In winter, Braemar is ideal for skiing at Glenshee, with equipment hire available locally at Braemar Mountain Sports.
Nearby Ballater (16 miles) is a charming Victorian town worth exploring. It’s home to an award-winning butcher, stylish boutiques, independent galleries, cafés and the excellent Fish Shop restaurant, which serves fresh local seafood. Craigendarroch’s leisure facilities are open to day guests.
Braemar has its share of castles too. Braemar Castle, the ancestral home of the Farquharson Clan, is open in summer, and a short riverside walk leads to the ruins of Kindrochit Castle, once a royal stronghold. Just 9 miles away, the grounds of Balmoral Castle open to the public from 1 April to 10 August each year.
Wildlife in this area is spectacular. Spot golden eagles, red deer, otters, capercaillie, and the elusive Scottish crossbill, found only in the Cairngorms. Red squirrels, often seen in the garden at Broom Lodge, are frequent and much-loved visitors.
Local Events and Attractions
Please note: while we make every effort to be as accurate as possible, the actual position of the cottage indicated on the map above and the proximity of the amenities in the Local Info section cannot be guaranteed to be precise and should be used as a guide only.
Accommodation
Downstairs
Open plan living area with Smart TV, wood-burning stove, electric oven, induction hob, coffee machine, dishwasher, fridge/freezer and combi microwave grill
Utility room with washing machine, tumble dryer and microwave
Double bedroom (king-size) with en suite shower room with WC and wash basin
Twin bedroom (2ft 6in beds which can convert to a king-size bed) with en suite shower room with WC and wash basin
WC with wash basin.
Upstairs
Double bedroom (king-size) with en suite shower room with WC and wash basin
Twin bedroom (2ft 6in beds which can convert to a king-size bed) with en suite shower room with WC and wash basin
Games room (table can facilitate air hockey, table tennis and pool)
What's included
- Linen (King-size Double Bed)
- Free
- Highchair
- Free
- Linen (Single Bed)
- Free
- Sets of towels (per person)
- Free
- Travel Cot (excluding linen)
- Free
- WiFi
- Free
Available Extras
- Pet
- £20.00
Services
Bed linen and towels are INCLUDED. Electricity is INCLUDED. Heating is by oil central heating (INCLUDED) and wood-burning stove (starter pack INCLUDED). WiFi is INCLUDED (speed approximately 38MB download and 9MB upload). A maximum of 2 dogs are welcome at an additional charge (2 large, 2 medium or 2 small). If you wish to bring any other pets please contact us and we will see what we can do. No smoking.
Please Note: For Broom Lodge, the tarrif for 4 people is based on two bedrooms only being made available (downstairs).
Weekly Prices
The weekly guide prices for this property are shown below. Use the availability & book sidebar on the right to select your holiday or calculate short break rates (where available).
Changeover Day: Sat
| Rental - Date Range | Sleeps 4 | Sleeps 8 |
| 24 May 2025 - 30 May 2025 | £1,695.00 | £1,695.00 |
| 31 May 2025 - 27 Jun 2025 | £1,295.00 | £1,495.00 |
| 28 Jun 2025 - 18 Jul 2025 | £1,695.00 | £1,695.00 |
| 19 Jul 2025 - 29 Aug 2025 | £1,895.00 | £1,895.00 |
| 30 Aug 2025 - 12 Sep 2025 | £1,295.00 | £1,495.00 |
| 13 Sep 2025 - 03 Oct 2025 | £1,195.00 | £1,295.00 |
| 04 Oct 2025 - 24 Oct 2025 | £1,295.00 | £1,495.00 |
| 25 Oct 2025 - 19 Dec 2025 | £995.00 | £1,095.00 |
| 20 Dec 2025 - 27 Dec 2025 | £1,895.00 | £1,895.00 |
| 28 Dec 2025 - 05 Jan 2026 | £1,895.00 | £1,895.00 |
| 06 Jan 2026 - 30 Jan 2026 | £995.00 | £1,095.00 |
| 31 Jan 2026 - 03 Apr 2026 | £1,195.00 | £1,295.00 |
| 04 Apr 2026 - 24 Apr 2026 | £1,295.00 | £1,495.00 |
| 25 Apr 2026 - 01 May 2026 | £1,195.00 | £1,295.00 |
| 02 May 2026 - 22 May 2026 | £1,295.00 | £1,495.00 |
| 23 May 2026 - 29 May 2026 | £1,695.00 | £1,695.00 |
| 30 May 2026 - 26 Jun 2026 | £1,295.00 | £1,495.00 |
| 27 Jun 2026 - 17 Jul 2026 | £1,695.00 | £1,695.00 |
| 18 Jul 2026 - 28 Aug 2026 | £1,895.00 | £1,895.00 |
| 29 Aug 2026 - 11 Sep 2026 | £1,295.00 | £1,495.00 |
| 12 Sep 2026 - 02 Oct 2026 | £1,195.00 | £1,295.00 |
| 03 Oct 2026 - 23 Oct 2026 | £1,295.00 | £1,495.00 |
| 24 Oct 2026 - 19 Dec 2026 | £995.00 | £1,095.00 |
| 20 Dec 2026 - 27 Dec 2026 | £1,895.00 | £1,895.00 |
| 28 Dec 2026 - 05 Jan 2027 | £1,895.00 | £1,895.00 |
| 06 Jan 2027 - 05 Jan 2028 | POA | POA |
| 06 Jan 2028 - 05 Jan 2029 | POA | POA |
Please note: Prices are calculated based on your party size at the time of booking. If your party size changes for any reason after booking, please let us know so we can ensure the accommodation provided meets your exact requirements.
Please Note: For Broom Lodge, the tarrif for 4 people is based on two bedrooms only being made available (downstairs).
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