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The holiday home consists of 1 bedroom, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a coffee machine, and 1 bathroom with a hot tub and a hair dryer. Towels and bed linen are featured in the holiday home. There is also a seating area and a fireplace.

Excellent location if you truly want to get away. Property was very safe and clean. Wonderful waking up to fresh coffee being brewed with the espresso machine! Property is great for couples over a long weekend.

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9.3
Superb
105 reviews
Price from
₪ 590
per night

Boasting garden views, Dormie Cottage, lovely bright and spacious bungalow with wood fire provides accommodation with a garden and a patio, around 18 km from Balmoral Castle. Featuring bicycle parking, this property also provides guests with a picnic area. The holiday home also offers free WiFi, free private parking and facilities for disabled guests.

Excellent location. Very comfortable. Very clean. Superb log fire.

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9
Superb
108 reviews

Offering a garden and garden view, Invercauld Lodges is situated in Ballater, 18 km from Balmoral Castle and 46 km from CairnGorm National Park. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi. Boasting family rooms, this property also provides guests with a picnic area.

Walking distance to almost everything I needed in the village shopping area. The proximity to Balmoral Castle really surprised me too. Well manicured and very quiet neighbourhood, exactly what I wanted for a good break. Full marks to the self-catering facilities and cottage arrangement.

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9
Superb
145 reviews
Price from
₪ 654
per night

Located in Ballater in the Grampian region, Fairdene Cottage has a patio and garden views. It is situated 18 km from Balmoral Castle and features bicycle parking. The holiday home also provides free WiFi, free private parking and facilities for disabled guests.

Fairdene Cottage was perfect. So adorable and comfortable. I was able to visit Balmoral and also the Ballater train station with a replica of Queen Victoria's train carriage. I loved everything about the cottage and its location.

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9.2
Superb
106 reviews
Price from
₪ 616
per night

The holiday home consists of 1 bedroom, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with a toaster and a coffee machine, and 1 bathroom with a hot tub and a hair dryer. Towels and bed linen are available in the holiday home. There is also a seating area and a fireplace.

Very cosy funxtionable space. The hot tub was lovely and warm even in sub 0c temperatures. The woodburner is excellent and keeps the lodge nice and warm. Wonderful layout and design, everything you need.

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9.2
Superb
34 reviews
Price from
₪ 580
per night

Boasting garden views, Charming boutique forest view cabin with hot tub in Ballater features accommodation with a garden and a balcony, around 15 km from Balmoral Castle. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is situated 44 km from CairnGorm National Park.

Location of the accomodation.its easy access to the best parts of Scotland during winter

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9.1
Superb
95 reviews
Price from
₪ 474
per night

Featuring garden views, Crofts Mill features accommodation with free bikes, a garden and a terrace, around 49 km from CairnGorm National Park. This property offers access to a patio, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is situated 17 km from Balmoral Castle.

chalet style with character in the countryside

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9.3
Superb
23 reviews
Price from
₪ 1,042
per night

The holiday home features 2 bedrooms, a TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, a washing machine, and 2 bathrooms with a walk-in shower. There is also a seating area and a fireplace.

Beautiful presented house very clean and comfortable. Nice private garden to relax in, positioned near the village centre. Quaint village with nice shops ideally situated for visiting Braemar Banchory etc.

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9.6
Exceptional
14 reviews
Price from
₪ 1,286
per night

Gairnlea Cottage is located in Ballater, 46 km from CairnGorm National Park, 20 km from Aboyne Golf Club, as well as 24 km from Corgarff Castle. The property is situated 32 km from Craigievar Castle, 35 km from Kildrummy Castle and 41 km from Glenshee Ski Centre. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Balmoral Castle is 17 km away.

Cosy and very clean with lovely furniture we didn't use the log burner but I'm sure it will be very cozy in the winter. Everything you need on hand. Great outdoor space and seating area.

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9
Superb
16 reviews
Price from
₪ 1,109
per night

Offering a garden and garden view, The Cabin at No 45 is situated in Ballater, 17 km from Balmoral Castle and 46 km from CairnGorm National Park. It is set 20 km from Aboyne Golf Club and offers luggage storage space. There is a picnic area and guests can make use of free WiFi, free private parking and an electric vehicle charging station.

excellent location, clean and tidy, hosts extremely helpful, highly recommended and would stay again. self-catering accommodation with everything you could possibly need.

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9.6
Exceptional
34 reviews
Price from
₪ 625
per night

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  • Unique tiny house with wood fired roll top bath in heart of the Cairngorms
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 105 reviews

    Set in Ballater and only 15 km from Balmoral Castle, Unique tiny house with wood fired roll top bath in heart of the Cairngorms offers accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private...

    Nicely located, well equipped kitchen, great design.

  • Dormie Cottage, lovely bright and spacious bungalow with wood fire
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 108 reviews

    Boasting garden views, Dormie Cottage, lovely bright and spacious bungalow with wood fire provides accommodation with a garden and a patio, around 18 km from Balmoral Castle.

    great location, great condition, great communication

  • Invercauld Lodges
    Breakfast options
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 145 reviews

    Offering a garden and garden view, Invercauld Lodges is situated in Ballater, 18 km from Balmoral Castle and 46 km from CairnGorm National Park.

    had everything we needed. best sleep ever. duvet great.

  • Fairdene Cottage
    Breakfast options
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 106 reviews

    Located in Ballater in the Grampian region, Fairdene Cottage has a patio and garden views. It is situated 18 km from Balmoral Castle and features bicycle parking.

    located very close to the village and accepted our dog.

  • Enchanting Tiny House with wood burner and hot tub in Cairngorms
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 34 reviews

    Situated in Ballater and only 15 km from Balmoral Castle, Enchanting Tiny House with wood burner and hot tub in Cairngorms features accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private...

    The staff were very helpful smd the house was clean.

  • Charming boutique forest view cabin with hot tub in Ballater
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 95 reviews

    Boasting garden views, Charming boutique forest view cabin with hot tub in Ballater features accommodation with a garden and a balcony, around 15 km from Balmoral Castle.

    The location and was such a fun experience to stay at this place

  • Crofts Mill
    Breakfast options
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 23 reviews

    Featuring garden views, Crofts Mill features accommodation with free bikes, a garden and a terrace, around 49 km from CairnGorm National Park.

    absolutely beautiful, very clean and comfortable, gorgeous views.

  • Gairnlea House
    Breakfast options
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 14 reviews

    Set 17 km from Balmoral Castle, Gairnlea House offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

    very nice, clean house, great location, nice fire place, quiet, just great.

These cottages in Ballater have options with FREE cancellation

  • Gairnlea Cottage
    Free cancellation options available
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 16 reviews

    Gairnlea Cottage is located in Ballater, 46 km from CairnGorm National Park, 20 km from Aboyne Golf Club, as well as 24 km from Corgarff Castle.

    The property and facilities were excellent in almost every way.

  • The Cabin at No 45
    Free cancellation options available
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 34 reviews

    Offering a garden and garden view, The Cabin at No 45 is situated in Ballater, 17 km from Balmoral Castle and 46 km from CairnGorm National Park.

    Spotlessly clean ,good equipment,thoughtful touches

  • Westwood
    Free cancellation options available
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 9 reviews

    Westwood, a property with a garden, is situated in Ballater, 47 km from CairnGorm National Park, 20 km from Aboyne Golf Club, as well as 25 km from Corgarff Castle.

    Everything. Had a fabulous stay here for Christmas!

  • Cairn Leuchan
    Free cancellation options available
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 69 reviews

    Located in Ballater and only 17 km from Balmoral Castle, Cairn Leuchan provides accommodation with river views, free WiFi and free private parking.

    Great location just outside the centre of Ballater

  • Riverside Cottage with wood fired hot tub in Cairngorms
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 99 reviews

    Featuring mountain views, Riverside Cottage with wood fired hot tub in Cairngorms features accommodation with a garden and a terrace, around 18 km from Balmoral Castle.

    Cleanliness, comfort, decor, finish all excellent!

  • Lovely and Spacious 2BD Holiday Retreat Ballater
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 24 reviews

    Lovely and Spacious 2BD Holiday Retreat Ballater is situated in Ballater, 47 km from CairnGorm National Park, 19 km from Aboyne Golf Club, and 25 km from Corgarff Castle.

    Self catering Central location with easy access to shops

  • Darroch View
    Free cancellation options available
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 7 reviews

    Set 24 km from Corgarff Castle, 31 km from Craigievar Castle and 35 km from Kildrummy Castle, Darroch View offers accommodation situated in Ballater.

    Very tastefully decorated and furnished. Very comfortable beds with great quality bedding.

  • Pannanich View Cottage, Ballater
    Free cancellation options available
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 61 reviews

    Featuring mountain views, Pannanich View Cottage, Ballater offers accommodation with free bikes and a patio, around 18 km from Balmoral Castle.

    lovely spotlessly clean cottage in a good location

Travelling by car? These cottages in Ballater offer free parking!

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Cottages that guests love in Ballater

  • 9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 145 reviews
    It was a very cosy lodge in quiet area even though it is nearly in centre of battler.
    george
    Young couple
  • 9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 108 reviews
    Dormie Cottage is a charming wee Bungalow in an enclosed garden on a very quiet street on the edge of Ballater. It sleeps a family of 4-5, and we were extremely comfortable the 3 days we spent in the town!
    Kathleen
    Family with young children
  • 9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 99 reviews
    Beautiful cottage, well positioned very cosy and extremely well equipped. Had everything you needed (ie dishwasher tabs, numerous toilet rolls, washing up liquid etc etc) so really only had to turn up with clothes. Beds were lovely and comfortable and lovely bedding. Beautiful, very well equipped kitchen with great bath and shower. Great bonus of hot tub. Couldn't fault a thing - highly recommended - you will not be disappointed.
    Lesley
    Family with young children
  • 9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 34 reviews
    Very cosy funxtionable space. The hot tub was lovely and warm even in sub 0c temperatures. The woodburner is excellent and keeps the lodge nice and warm. Wonderful layout and design, everything you need.
    Jamie
    Young couple
  • 9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 99 reviews
    Amazing cottage! Cozy, beautiful and the hot tub was great! Will defiantly be booking again!
    Josh
    Group
  • 9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 99 reviews
    The cottage was a clean, cosy and comfortable space. The Hot tub was great to come home to after a long day hiking the Cairngorm Mountains.
    Michael
    Family with young children
  • 9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 99 reviews
    Really cosy cottage and really handy to the town centre. Fully enclosed garden so really good for pets and small children. No parking outside the property but this isn’t an issue as lots of on street parking less than a minute walk away. Hot tub outside was amazing and very easy to light. Great communication from the hosts especially Keira who was extremely helpful. Thankyou for a great stay- we will be back.
    Ruth Black
    Family with young children
  • 9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 790 reviews
    Very charming, comfortable and cozy cabins in an incredible location in the countryside. The fire pit was perfect and the coffee in the morning was very nice to wake up to.
    Jonny
    People with friends
  • 9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 99 reviews
    A well equipped cosy cottage! great quality facilities and brilliant for a weekend trip. little touches were lovely. hot tub is great with the fairy lights outside and the kitchen has a lot more than expected!
    Rachel
    Group
  • 9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 99 reviews
    Really lovely cottage in excellent location. Hot tub was a delightful bonus after a day of exercise. Felt very homely especially with fresh flowers and welcome pack on our arrival. Loads of activities available locally including hiking, cycling and gliding. Local restaurtants and cafes are excellent. We will be back!
    Elizabeth
    Family with young children