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Gairnlea House

Property class: 3.5

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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Ballater, Scotland
  • Place, Cairngorms National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Ballater Library
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Ballater Golf Club
    ‪7 min walk‬

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About the neighborhood

Ballater

This cottage places you within a 5-minute walk of Ballater Old Royal Station and Ballater Library. The 3.5-star cottage includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Cairngorms National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Craigendarroch Hill - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Ballater Library - 6 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Ballater Old Royal Station - 6 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Ballater Golf Club - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Miller's Brasserie - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Keiller Lounge - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Loch Kinord Hotel & Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Bothy - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Lochnagar Indian Brasserie - ‬6 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.

Gairnlea House

This cottage features free WiFi in public areas and a garden. There's free parking if you drive.
The cottage is individually decorated and features a kitchen and 2 bathrooms, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and an electric kettle. Housekeeping is not available.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 2 private bathrooms
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • No housekeeping provided

Location highlights

  • Next to a golf course

Things to do

  • Fishing 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)

General

  • Garden
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets (service animals welcome)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Property payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards
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
  • Check-in: 3:30 PM—-11:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • 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.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards.

Property is also known as

Gairnlea House Cottage
Gairnlea House Ballater
Gairnlea House Cottage Ballater

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do near this cottage?

Located steps from Ballater Library, this cottage is in Ballater, and within a 10-minute walk of Ballater Golf Club and Ballater Old Royal Station. You'll also find Craigendarroch Hill and Knock Castle within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at Gairnlea House?

As of Sep 29, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gairnlea House on Oct 30, 2026 start from $881, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Will I be able to park at Gairnlea House?

Yes, self parking is offered for free 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 Gairnlea House good for couples?

Amenities at this cottage that appeal to couples include a kitchen and a garden.

Does Gairnlea House have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this cottage.

Does this cottage include breakfast service?

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 though service animals are welcome.

Does Gairnlea House have connecting rooms available?

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

Can I book a room with a balcony at Gairnlea House?

No, there aren't any cottage with balconies at Gairnlea House.

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