Fairdene Cottage - Ballater

$$$$||View on mapBallater, United KingdomSchool Lane, Ballater, United Kingdom, AB35 5RJ|
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Fairdene Cottage - Ballater
School Lane, Ballater, United Kingdom, AB35 5RJ·View on map
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Overall Score
Perfect
9.4Perfect
Location9.8
Cleanliness9.7
Staff9.6
Comfort9.5
Facilities9.4
Who stays here
Couples75%
Solo20%
Families4%
Groups1%

Overview

Overall Score
Perfect
9.4Perfect
Location9.8
Cleanliness9.7
Staff9.6
Comfort9.5
Facilities9.4
Who stays here
Couples75%
Solo20%
Families4%
Groups1%

Quiet holiday home in Ballater with free parking and ski storage

Accommodation & Comfort

Fairdene Cottage Ballater offers a one-bedroom holiday home with a living room and a fully equipped kitchen. The living area features a fireplace and a dining area, while the property includes a sun terrace and a garden with outdoor furniture. Guests have access to a private patio with outdoor seating, laundry services, and grocery deliveries.

Location & Surroundings

The cottage sits on a quiet dead-end lane, 200m from Ballater centre with restaurants, cafes, and shops. It is 20 km from Aboyne Golf Club and 63 km from Aberdeen Airport, with easy access to Craigievar Castle and Crathes Castle. Skiing and cycling are available in the surrounding area, and the property provides ski storage.

Services & Amenities

Fairdene Cottage Ballater provides free on-site private parking and street parking. The property offers a paid airport shuttle service, including airport drop off and pick up, as well as general shuttle service. Additional facilities include heating, non-smoking rooms, facilities for disabled guests, and a smoke alarm system.

Activities on Site

Guests can join bike tours, walking tours, and hiking routes directly from the cottage. Fishing, horse riding, and golf are available within the area, with a golf course nearby. The property also offers ski storage for winter sports enthusiasts and a sun terrace for relaxation.

Guest Experience Highlights

Reviews note the cottage's quiet location despite being only a few minutes walk from Ballater's restaurants and shops. The property is described as cosy, clean, and well equipped, with a comfortable bed and a fully stocked kitchen. Guests also appreciate the easy on-site parking and the host's knowledge of local walks and attractions.

  • Location: Quiet dead-end lane, 200m walk to Ballater centre
  • Rooms: 1-bedroom holiday home with fireplace
  • Amenities: Free on-site private parking & paid shuttle service
  • Outdoor: Secluded garden with sun terrace and patio
  • Activities: Ski storage, bike tours, and walking tours from doorstep

Licence number: - STL/00321/23 -,C

Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 16:00-22:30
from 09:00-10:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire villa for free.
Other information
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
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Rooms and availability

Holiday Home
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 Double bed

Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Parking

Off-site car park

Kitchen facilities

Electric kettle

Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Air conditioning
Shuttle

Airport shuttle

TV

Flat-screen TV

Laundry
Ski facilities

Ski storage

Sports & Fitness

  • Canoeing
  • Skiing
  • Hiking
  • Horseback riding
  • Cycling
  • Tennis court
  • Golf course
  • Fishing

Services

  • Airport shuttle
  • Laundry
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Grocery shopping service

Dining

  • Outdoor dining area

Spa & Leisure

  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area

Room view

  • Garden view

Room features

  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

  • Flat-screen TV

Room decor

  • Parquet floor
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Essential information about Fairdene Cottage

💵 Lowest room price 99 £
📏 Distance to centre 300 m
✈️ Distance to airport 63.1 km
🧳 Nearest airport Aberdeen, ABZ

Location

School Lane, Ballater, United Kingdom, AB35 5RJ
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School Lane, Ballater, United Kingdom, AB35 5RJ
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School Lane, Ballater, United Kingdom, AB35 5RJ
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Restaurants
Golf Course
Ballater Golf Club
330 m
Church
Glenmuick Church
320 m
Gallery
The Ballater Gallery
320 m
Gallery
Larks Gallery
470 m
Church
St Kentigern's Church
600 m
Restaurant
Phoenix Chip Shop
240 m
Restaurant
Chalmers Bakery Ltd
270 m
Restaurant
Glenaden Hotel
330 m
Restaurant
New Shanghai Chinese Takeaway
300 m
Restaurant
India on the Green Restaurant
390 m
Restaurant
The Bothy Ballater
300 m
Restaurant
The Deeside Inn Restaurant
330 m

Reviews of Fairdene Cottage

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