Douneside is a fine Scottish country house set in beautiful Comar between Aberdeen and Braemar, near to Aboyne, Ballater and Banchory. The grounds are spectacular and an arboretum is underway. It is close to the Tarland golf course (as well as many others) and the river Dee while Lochnagar offers a climb accessible to all near to Loch Muick. There... More

We were recommended to visit Douneside House and were more than delighted by the ambience, polite and friendly staff and the wonderful views, grounds and comfort that it had to offer. Our room was exceptional. The scenery around is beautiful and it made an excellent place to explore Deeside. We have taken brochures and will definately recommend it to friends... More

Douneside House offers perfect relaxation from the busy lives we lead. Good food, good service, a beautiful house and grounds makes it an ideal place for a rest, and to explore Deeside and the Grampians as the mood takes us. We have visited many of the famous places of the world but Douneside House and the surrounding area is the... More

My husband and I spent the week-end at Douneside House for a wedding, and it was a wonderful experience. Excellent food,and accommodation. The attention to detail was superb, and the staff were lovely, polite and provided an excellent service. All the guests had a wonderful time, and were very happy and relaxed. We would thoroughly recommend a stay at this... More

For those who wish indulge in relaxed Country House living whilst availing themselves of all that the Highlands has to offer, from wonderful golf courses, to castles to great fly fishing, then Douneside House is for you. Be prepared to pile on the pounds as the food is not only good but plentiful and all locally sourced. My wife and... More

Molly & I have been holidaying in Douneside House for the past 23 years, mostly in lovely Pine Cottage. Every time we arrive it feels like coming home. It is a place of great beauty where we are spoilt by the staff....wonderful! Over the years we have made many friends & continue to see some of them on each visit.... More

My wife and I recently experienced a wonderfully relaxed weekend at the beautiful Douneside House. The location is ideally placed for visiting local castles and the grounds are superbly kept. We made use of the excellent fitness centre and pool as well as the putting green and badminton court. The staff were lovely as was the food. Thoroughly recommended and... More

We enjoyed our stay at Douneside for many reasons, but in particular must mention the cheerful and helpful staff. The meals and hotel amenities were excellent, and really deserve a five star rating up to the standard of many major hotels in the UK. The gardens were beautiful and a treat to walk around, and we took a walk into... More

There are not enough superlatives to describe a trip to Douneside House, if you are reading this and deciding whether or not to go, think no longer and book now. More