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A window with a view of a stone wall and green hills.
A room with two beds, a small table, a mirror, and two wall-mounted flower paintings.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a dining table, and a window.
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Ballater, SCT
  • Place, Cairngorms National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Ballater Library
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Ballater Golf Club
    ‪4 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Ballater

This cottage is located within a mile (2 km) of Ballater Golf Club and Victoria and Albert Halls. The cottage includes a kitchen, a refrigerator, and a microwave.
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What's nearby

  • Cairngorms National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Ballater Library - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Victoria and Albert Halls - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Ballater Old Royal Station - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Ballater Golf Club - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Miller's Brasserie - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Keiller Lounge - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Loch Kinord Hotel & Restaurant - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Bothy - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Lochnagar Indian Brasserie - ‬19 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Gardener's Cottage

GARDENERS COTTAGE - Sleeps 4
Gardeners Cottage is a delightful Holiday Cottage in the heart of the Glenmuick Estate The cottage has been tastefully decorated throughout and provides an ideal base from which to explore Royal Deeside.

The cottage has two bedrooms (1 double and 1 Double/twin) with 1 bathroom and a delightful open plan kitchen/sitting room. The open plan reception room has cosy log burner and the sitting room area has a Freeview TV with DVD player. The cottage also has WiFi.

The Kitchen is well equipped with:
•electric oven and hob
•fridge
•freezer
•kettle
•microwave
•dishwasher

Heating is provided throughout the property and there is an adjacent drying room with washing facilities if required.

All linen, towels are provided along with a supply of logs.

EPC Rating - E
Licence number: AS-00491-F
The cottage is heated and features a kitchen and space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, an electric kettle, and a travel crib.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25
Property Registration Number AS-00491-F

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do around this cottage?

This cottage is located in Ballater within a short 19-minute walk of Ballater Golf Club. You'll also find Ballater Library and Knock Castle within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Gardener's Cottage?

No, there isn't parking available at the cottage.

Is this cottage adjacent to a casino?

No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this cottage?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.

Is Gardener's Cottage a good place to stay for couples?

With a stay at this riverfront cottage, couples will appreciate amenities like a kitchen in each cottage plus a kitchen and free WiFi in some.

Does Gardener's Cottage have a hot tub?

No, this cottage doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this cottage offer breakfast?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this cottage allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this cottage.

Does Gardener's Cottage have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this cottage.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Gardener's Cottage?

No, there aren't any cottage at Gardener's Cottage that offer a balcony.

Gardener's Cottage Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cottage is in an excellent location with great walks and cycling routes. Quiet location however Ballater within walking distance. Weather fabulous and great restaurant in Ballater - The Fish Shop
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jan Willem B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful place

We had a lovely few days. It's a good place to stay and explore the surrounding area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mary W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful place to stay

We loved our stay in Gardeners cottage. Beautiful location, and close to Ballater. We enjoyed the peaceful environment, close to Balmoral, and lovely accommodation. The process was easy and all was exactly as described and clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Katie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cosy winter stay in cairngorms

Comfortable, clean and cosy lodgings on a pretty estate surrounded by beautiful mountain scenery. Great walks nearby and good food in the village. Would recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

mike p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great cottage out in the woods on a massive estate. Great for hikes or whatever nature activity you would like. Just a few miles from Balmoral Castle and less than a mile from Ballater. Great for someone that just wants to get away. Only negative thing that I would say is that the bathroom is thru the main door and in front of a bunch of exposed windows with no curtains or blinds. At night, that makes for an unusual experience but still OK. Great cabin all in all.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Another great visit

Our second visit and was a great trip again. Cottage is excellent very warm and cozy and very clean. Location amazing on the estate and short walk into Ballater. Great walking locally or close by.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tony F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Our stay in Ballater

Beautiful, well equipped cottage surrounded by a stunning landscape. Quiet and cozy. We've spent a wonderful time there.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dayna O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was the perfect cottage! If you are looking for an authentic Scottish experience, this is it. The grounds were beautiful to walk and the town was a short, 10 minute walk away with plenty of food options including a great little grocery store. The cottage was cozy, and well stocked. It was chilly while we were there but the wood stove heated up the entire cottage. Getting there was easy and quick, and the location couldn’t be beat. If anyone in your party has a hard time with stairs, the ones in the cottage are a bit steep but there aren’t many of them. We will definitely be returning!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful stay in a lovely cottage

We loved our stay at Gardener’s Cottage. It looks an out over the main house and the hills beyond - the views are stunning. The house is cosy and had everything we needed. The housekeeper was super helpful with everything. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Dan T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great base for Cairngorms

This property was exactly as expected and really good value. The location is lovely and really convenient for hiking, mountain biking and all the area has to offer. Ballater is very close (less than 10 min cycle). Interior is exactly as in the photos. Plenty of space for boots, coats etc. Comfortable beds with lovely linen.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ashok S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

quiet propertyBallater stay

The property is a little out of the village in a quiet location. The main house was not rented out whilst we were there. As we prefer a quiet location this was ideal for us. Great views from the bedroom windows. The downstairs views slightly blocked by a wall
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stacy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful, tranquil spot to get away from city life. Estate was a gorgeous example of Scottish Nature yet close enough to be able to walk into town. The cottage was the perfect size for 4, and the internet worked fantastic. The only draw back was the weak signal for tv; we could only get 1 channel in with any regularity. But this isn't the type of place you would sit and just watch tv anyways so we didn't care. The host was responsive with our questions prior to staying and the overall experience was great.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Neil A.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fab location with stunning views

Great location just South of Ballater on Glenmuick estate. Enjoyed being wakened by the wildlife rather than planes. Not sure if the cottage is haunted but was wakened at 3am on the first night by creaking stairs. Anyway didn’t detract from our stay. Cottage is in need of upgrading e.g. ancient shower and paintwork in need of attention. That may concern some people but did not detract at all from our stay. Overall would recommend a stay here for a few nights if you like activities in spectacular countryside and some peace and quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Frank L.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Die Unterkunft liegt zentral und man kann von dort zu vielen tollen Unternehmungen starten. Tolle Landschaft, Castles und andere schöne Orte. Man kann direkt von der Unterkunft zum Cairn Leuchan hochwandern. Ballater ist ein sehr schöner Ort.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Christiane B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2025