Dog-friendly cottages in Braemar

Holidays in Braemar

Dog-friendly accommodation in Braemar

Best known for hosting the annual Highland Games, Braemar in the Cairngorms National Park is a village that has enjoyed its status as a long-time favourite of the British Royal Family. Popular with hikers and mountain bikers, dog owners will love Braemar because of its fantastic open spaces and places to explore. Today, this Aberdeenshire village has helpful amenities like a convenience store and post office as well as a place to hire bikes. Salmon fishing in the local rivers is another well-loved pursuit in Braemar and the surrounding area. Every September, the Highland Games aka the Braemar Gathering draws in thousands of visitors to see the spectacle of witnessing a diversity of national sports live. Braemar’s local attractions, places of historic interest and natural landmarks for you and your dog to discover include Balmoral Estate (10 miles), the woodlands of Luibeg Burn (8 miles), Lochnagar Whisky Distillery (10 miles), Loch Muick (18.5 miles), and Ballater (16.5 miles). 

Braemar is a fantastic place for a pet-friendly break, with lots of outdoor activities to get involved in. For more ideas of places like Braemar to stay, read our helpful guide to dog-friendly Scotland. Why not visit our collection of pet-friendly holiday accommodation in Braemar to find the ideal place for you and your pack to enjoy? We also have dog-friendly holiday cottages all across Scotland for you to uncover for the ultimate holiday away with your pet, family and friends.