Attractions Near Rowanlea Lodge
Rowanlea Lodge is situated in the heart of the Kincardine & Mearns area of Aberdeenshire. A beautiful north eastern area of Scotland, which offers a striking coastline and spectacular views. Whatever your interests, there is something for you to enjoy in the surrounding area.
We have compiled a list below of some of the different attractions near and around Rowanlea Lodge.
Farm To Table
Based at Westerton of Pitarrow, AB30 1RT, a ten minute drive from the Lodge is Farm to Table. Its a one of a kind farm shop offering a huge selection of their own produce as well as other local wares such as garlic, chilli jams, honey, cereals, coffee and breads. You can also enjoy a delicious lunch here beside the cosy open fire.
Charleton Fruit Farm
Spend the day picking fresh fruit at Charleton, then enjoy a coffee and cake in the café.
Dunnottar Castle
Dunnottar Castle is a ruined medieval fortress located upon a rocky headland on the north-east coast of Scotland, about 3 kilometres south of Stonehaven.
Lunan Bay
A secluded haven situated on the dramatic Angus coastline. The beach is popular for surfers, horse riders and bird watchers.
St Cyrus Beach
One of the most beautiful beaches in Scotland. St Cyrus beach has a wide range of stunning wildflowers and is visited by a variety of birds. The area is one of the richest and most diverse nature reserves in Britain.
Glen Esk
The longest and most easterly of the Angus Glens. Glen Esk offers excellent hiking routes, including routes to Queens Well and Mount Keen.
Montrose Golf Course
One of the oldest golf courses in the world with two 18 hole courses and stunning landscapes.
Montrose Basin
The Montrose Basin is home to over 50,000 migratory birds. The nature reserve provides conservation for pink-footed geese, red knot and common redshank birds. The Basin is also regularly visited by common shelduck, wigeon and common eider ducks.
Fettercairn Distillery
Situated under the Grampian foothills in the Howe of Mearns, Fettercairn town’s name is loosely based on the phrase "the foot of the mountain".
Stonehaven
Stonehaven is a small harbour town located just 20 minutes from the lodge. Why not visit the Carron fish and chips shop and take in the beauty of the harbour. Follow up with a visit to the stunning Dunnottar Castle, which can be seen shown in the picture at the top of the page.
The Creel Inn
Situated in the historic village of Catterline The Creel Inn is renowned for it's excellent selection of seafood. A beautiful location situated in a row of fisherman cottages perched on a cliff overlooking Catterline Bay.
The Clatterin' Brig
Set in the beautiful surroundings at the bottom of the Cairn O' Mount. The perfect location for traditional homemade food while enjoying lovely views of the remote Scottish countryside
River Esk
Blue Door Walk
The Blue Door Walk in Edzell is a popular scenic riverside trail along the North Esk River known for its tranquil woodlands, waterfalls and the distinctive Blue Door. The walk leads you into a fairy-tale-like area culminating at the dramatic rocks of solitude.
