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Periwinkle Cottage makes a handy base for exploring Banff and the coast and countryside around it.
Eating and drinking. Castle Garden Coffee House & Cafe is one of the closest places to eat near Periwinkle Cottage (about 0.4 miles away), and The Coffee Pot is among the best rated nearby (5 stars). For a drink, The Railway Inn and Castle Bar are popular pubs nearby, and Rex’s Kitchen is handy for a takeaway.
Shops and essentials. The nearest shops include Key Stores, Premier, and Morrisons Daily, with Key Stores the closest at about 0.2 miles away, useful for stocking up when you arrive at Periwinkle Cottage.
Things to do. Banff and Macduff Heritage Trail and Banff beach are close by, for a bit of history there is Banff Castle Community Centre and Mercat Cross, and Playground Fife St is good for fresh air, the closest about 0.4 miles from Periwinkle Cottage.
Getting around. The nearest railway station is Keith (about 17.7 miles), local taxi firms include B&G Taxi Service and Glendeveron Taxis, Minibus Hire & Tours, and the closest EV charging point is about 0.6 miles away.
Bringing the dog. Pawfully Happy Aberdeenshire is the nearest daycare or boarding option, about 3.0 miles away.
More about Banff. To plan the rest of your stay, there is plenty more to discover in our guide to Banff, with the best things to see and do, where to eat, and local events.