Follow us — updates & daily drops
Sign up free · 20 seconds
21,500+ UK campsites · Save favourites · Book in one tap
Sign up
Martinjust joined the camping communityOlijust joined the camping communityLisajust joined the camping communityLeejust joined the camping communitymjust joined the camping communityGravyjust joined the camping communityStuartjust joined the camping communityPeterjust joined the camping communityMartinjust joined the camping communityOlijust joined the camping communityLisajust joined the camping communityLeejust joined the camping communitymjust joined the camping communityGravyjust joined the camping communityStuartjust joined the camping communityPeterjust joined the camping community
CampCompass
The Wee Hoose
Back
Gardenstown

The Wee Hoose

4.0(0)
Price on Pitchup
57.671°N, 2.339°W
Campsite
Stock
📷 Unsplash · region-matched

The salt tang carries on the breeze here, sharp and clean off the Moray Firth, with gulls wheeling above the red-tiled roofs of Gardenstown tumbling down to the harbour below.

This is a proper wee escape for couples or small families wanting a coastal base without the full camping rigmarole — a snug pod and chalet tucked into this clifftop fishing village on the Banffshire coast. You're in proper working Scotland here, stone cottages stacked against the brae, boats still heading out for crab and white fish. Dog owners should ask ahead, and it's worth checking the campfire situation when you arrive if that's part of your plan.

Gardenstown isn't chocolate-box quaint — it's weathered and real, with tremendous cliff walks along to Crovie and Pennan, rock pools for kids, and that particular quiet you only get in places where the sea's been the main event for centuries. The accommodation keeps things simple and shelter-solid, ideal if you want the outdoors on your doorstep but a proper roof and walls when the North Sea wind gets up.

Been here?

Show campers what The Wee Hoose really looks like

Add a single landscape photo from your trip — pitch, view, sunset, anything but people. We’ll add it to the gallery after a quick moderation check.

Ask Camper AI
Weather Outlook
Current Conditions
13°C
Overcast
21 mph
87%
7-Day Outlook
Today
16° / 11°
100%
Wed
13° / 11°
88%
Thu
17° / 10°
66%
Fri
16° / 11°
22%
Sat
21° / 10°
76%
Sun
14° / 8°
22%
Mon
17° / 8°
41%
Source: Open-Meteo · Updated hourly
Walks Nearby

Local walks within 10 km

1 route found via OpenStreetMap

Pennan to New Aberdour

Traces a stunning coastal stretch along Aberdeenshire's cliffs, linking two picturesque fishing villages with dramatic sea views. Expect moderate to steep sections on clifftop paths and uneven terrain—not suitable for buggies or very young children. Dogs welcome but keep on leads near cliff edges and livestock. The route rewards with rugged scenery, hidden coves, and glimpses of seabirds nesting on rocky outcrops, though path conditions can be challenging in wet weather.

Walking routeLocal network
6.9 km from campsite

Walk data © OpenStreetMap contributors · Open in Maps uses Google / Apple Maps

Reel a fish near your pitch

Fisheries within 10 km

No named fisheries found within 10 km of this campsite (OSM-sourced). If you know one nearby, let us know in the community thread and we'll add it.

From the Wall

Share your trip
No trips shared for The Wee Hoose yet. Be the first — your photos could even feature on this page.
AI Packing List · Pro
Try Pro free for 14 days

Get a bespoke packing list tuned to this campsite's facilities, your party and the forecast — generated on demand by Camper AI.

Outdoor kit · partner deals
  • Teva UK
    Footwear

    Walking sandals & water-friendly footwear — the unsung hero of UK campsite ablution-block runs.

  • Absolute Snow
    Outdoor clothing

    Outdoor jackets, fleece layers and boots — Berghaus, Rab, Patagonia and more under one roof.

  • FINDRA
    Outdoor clothing

    Scottish-made merino wool base layers, cycling kit and hill-walking essentials — built in the Borders to outlast the British weather.

  • Campsites.co.uk
    Campsite booking

    Alternative booking platform — listings for thousands of UK campsites, holiday parks and touring sites.

  • Camping World UK
    Camping gear

    UK's biggest camping retailer — tents, stoves, sleeping bags, awnings and every accessory you forgot to pack.

  • Trek Expert
    Outdoor gear

    French outdoor specialist — adidas Terrex, hiking, trail running and mountain gear. Use ADI10 for an extra 10% off adidas.

Partner links — CampCompass UK earns a small commission if you buy. Costs you nothing and helps keep the app free of ads.

Partner Discount Codes · Pro

Verified discount codes from outdoor brands — added by the team as new partnerships go live.

Try Pro free for 14 days
Facilities
Nearby

Pubs, shops & services within 5 km

Data from OpenStreetMap · distances "as the crow flies" · walk times approximate

Campfire threads about this site
No conversations yet. Be the first to share tips or a recommendation.
Field Notes (0)
Your rating
10 more characters to post0 / 2000
No reviews yet. Be the first.
From
See on Pitchup