Pennan Travel Guide

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The gorgeous little coastal village of Pennan in Aberdeenshire, Scotland. Quite a steep drive to get down to it, but so worth it.
The gorgeous little coastal village of Pennan in Aberdeenshire, Scotland. Quite a steep drive to get down to it, but so worth it.
Quiet Village Harbour Pennan Scotland
Pennan is a lovely little village on the north east coast of Scotland, tucked away at the bottom of a cliff with incredible views #scotland #northeast
Pennan Harbour The landing spot of Victor, the Russian mariner in Bill Forsyth's 1983 film, Local Hero.
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Stunning 1 Bedroom Fishermans Cottage Located In The Beautiful Village Of Pennan

Stunning 1 Bedroom Fishermans Cottage Located In The Beautiful Village Of Pennan

Pennan
The price is NZ$289 per night from 19 Feb to 20 Feb
NZ$289
19 Feb - 20 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach cottage in Fraserburgh. Enjoy a beach locale, laundry facilities and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attraction New Aberdour Beach is located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (159 reviews)
Gorgeous cozy cottage with amazing sea viewsWell equipped and host very helpful

Reviewed on 4 Nov 2025

Stunning 1 Bedroom Fishermans Cottage Located In The Beautiful Village Of Pennan
Banff Springs Hotel

Banff Springs Hotel

4 out of 5
8 Golden Knowes Rd Banff Scotland
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$239 per night from 26 Feb to 27 Feb
NZ$239
26 Feb - 27 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Banff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (217 reviews)
Room was clean, staff were friendly & helpful. Check in quick & easy. Dinner was excellent, we had 2 courses & couldn't fault anything. Enjoyable stay.

Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026

Banff Springs Hotel
Fife Lodge

Fife Lodge

3 out of 5
Sandyhill Road Banff Scotland
The price is NZ$221 per night from 18 Feb to 19 Feb
NZ$221
18 Feb - 19 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Banff. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions Duff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (238 reviews)
Friendly and homely hotel - ideal for visiting Banff and golf course. Ample parking. Rooms very well maintained. Room 6 is large and well equipped. Food is excellent with a good range of meals in the restaurant.

Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025

Fife Lodge
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Stunning 1 Bedroom Fishermans Cottage Located In The Beautiful Village Of Pennan

Stunning 1 Bedroom Fishermans Cottage Located In The Beautiful Village Of Pennan

Pennan
Stay at this beach cottage in Fraserburgh. Enjoy a beach locale, laundry facilities and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attraction New Aberdour Beach is located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (159 reviews)
Gorgeous cozy cottage with amazing sea viewsWell equipped and host very helpful

Reviewed on 4 Nov 2025

Stunning 1 Bedroom Fishermans Cottage Located In The Beautiful Village Of Pennan
SEASIDE SELF CATERING HOLIDAY TOWNHOUSE WITH EXCELLENT SEA VIEWS

SEASIDE SELF CATERING HOLIDAY TOWNHOUSE WITH EXCELLENT SEA VIEWS

Banff Scotland
Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in Banff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions Inverboyndie Beach and Duff House are ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (7 reviews)
Very clean and comfortable. We stayed at Christmas and she had deocrated and left us extra treats as well. Nichola was also extremely accommodating as our travel was delayed multiple times through the snowfalls and flight/ferry cancellations. Will definitely stay again.

Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026

SEASIDE SELF CATERING HOLIDAY TOWNHOUSE WITH EXCELLENT SEA VIEWS
Driftwood Cottage, near Portsoy's historic harbour-stunning garden

Driftwood Cottage, near Portsoy's historic harbour-stunning garden

Portsoy SCT
Stay at this cottage in Banff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Portsoy Pottery and Portsoy Ice Cream are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (2 reviews)
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Reviewed on 4 May 2025

Driftwood Cottage, near Portsoy's historic harbour-stunning garden
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Popular places to visit

RSPB Loch of Strathbeg Nature Reserve

You can take time to visit RSPB Loch of Strathbeg Nature Reserve during your travels to Fraserburgh. Wander the sandy beaches and marina while you're in the area.

RSPB Loch of Strathbeg Nature Reserve

Fraserburgh Heritage Centre

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Fraserburgh Heritage Centre during your travels in Fraserburgh. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.

Fraserburgh Heritage Centre

New Aberdour Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at New Aberdour Beach during your trip to Fraserburgh? While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.

New Aberdour Beach

Museum of Scottish Lighthouses

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Museum of Scottish Lighthouses during your trip to Fraserburgh. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.

Museum of Scottish Lighthouses

The Corse Playpark

Explore the great outdoors at The Corse Playpark, a lovely green space in Crimond.

The Corse Playpark

Russell Court Park

Explore the great outdoors at Russell Court Park, a lovely green space in Crimond.

Russell Court Park

Activities

Admission area

Peterhead Prison Museum Ticket

NZ$35
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Peterhead Prison Museum Ticket
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