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South Lodge makes a handy base for exploring Inchmarlo and the coast and countryside around it.
Eating and drinking. Tease Coffee Bar is one of the closest places to eat near South Lodge (about 0.6 miles away), and Birdhouse Cafe is among the best rated nearby (4.8 stars). For a drink, Scott Skinner's Restaurant & Bar and The Garlogie Inn are popular pubs nearby, and Big Manny's Pizza, Banchory is handy for a takeaway.
Shops and essentials. The nearest shops include Greens of Banchory, Scotmid Coop Tillybrake Road, and Morrisons, with Greens of Banchory the closest at about 0.6 miles away, useful for stocking up when you arrive at South Lodge.
Things to do. Walk Scolty Tower, Banchory, UK and Sunhoney Stone Circle are close by, for a bit of history there is Banchory Museum and Tilquhillie Castle, and King George V Park & Pavilion is good for fresh air, the closest about 0.6 miles from South Lodge.
Getting around. The nearest railway station is Stonehaven (about 12.5 miles), local taxi firms include Davro taxis and PiperCabs, and the closest EV charging point is about 0.8 miles away.
Bringing the dog. Happy Hounds is the nearest daycare or boarding option, about 0.9 miles away.
More about Inchmarlo. To plan the rest of your stay, see our guide to things to do in Inchmarlo, with the best things to see and do, where to eat, and local events.