This Scottish 'peaceful seaside escape' was just named the best place to retireThe coastal village was praised for its beach walks and medical facilities. One of these is Cruden Bay, which is a small village along the northern coast of the Bay of Cruden in Aberdeenshire. ‌Cruden Bay is a quiet little settlement that is popular amongst walkers and hikers thanks to its picturesque setting along the Aberdeenshire coast. Additionally, WorldAtlas named Cruden Bay as a top destination in the UK for golfers thanks to the renowned Cruden Bay Golf Club. WorldAtlas wrote: "In Aberdeenshire, tiny Cruden Bay makes a lot of a small footprint.