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10 out of 10
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3 bedrooms 2 bathrooms Sleeps 6
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Ballater
- Ballater Golf Club2 min walk
- Ballater Library6 min walk
- Balmoral Castle12 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom
1 King Bed
Bedroom
1 Double Bed
Bedroom
1 Single Bunk Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom
Bathroom
Spaces
Kitchen
Garden
About this property
What a fabulous property in the heart of Ballater.
What a fabulous property in the heart of Ballater! With a sunny, enclosed garden and a wonderful open plan living area, it is ideal for relaxing family holidays.. All on the Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Smart TV, Woodburner
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Breakfast Bar, Electric Oven, Induction Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Wine Cooler, Dishwasher
Living room 2: Smart TV, Woodburner
Utility Room: Washer Dryer
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 3: Bunk (3ft) Beds
Bathroom: Bath, Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet. Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels, Wi-Fi and logs for wood burner included. Travel cot and highchair. Welcome pack and doggy extras. . Enclosed front garden with patio, garden furniture, BBQ and summer house. Bike store. On road parking. No smoking.. Located within the picturesque and bustling village of Ballater, and within the spectacular Cairngorms National Park, Eleanor Cottage is the owner’s family home and provides a wonderful contemporary environment whilst retaining its original charm. The hub of this detached cottage is the amazing open-plan living space, which is very spacious and flooded with natural light. In contrast, the older part of the cottage has a cosy snug with a second wood burner providing a tranquil space in which to relax. Both external doors open into the fully enclosed, private, south-facing garden with a barbecue and patio area set up for outdoor dining, and a summer house which provides a welcoming, informal space.
Ballater has a supermarket, pubs, cafés, restaurants and an array of independent shops many of which boast ‘By Royal Appointment’.
There is an abundance of things to do including hiking, walking, cycling, climbing, golf, tennis, fishing, bowling or skiing options. It is a brilliant place to simply pack a picnic, pick up your camera or sketch book and breathe in the fresh mountain air. There are lots of options for days out including a visit to a neighbouring village or a tour of a castle (there are several, including Balmoral Castle which is the Highland home to the Royal Family and only a 12 minute drive away); a tour of a whisky distillery (there are many locally including Royal Lochnagar which is located close to Balmoral Castle) or perhaps enjoy the sights and sounds of a traditional Highland games which are held annually. The City of Aberdeen is an hour’s drive, with its beautiful beach, parks, leisure and cultural attractions while inland, the ski resorts of Glenshee, The Lecht and Cairngorm are an easy drive through spectacular scenery.
Only dogs allowed at the property.
Letting Licence No: AS00698F
Open plan living space.
Living area: Smart TV, Woodburner
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Breakfast Bar, Electric Oven, Induction Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Wine Cooler, Dishwasher
Living room 2: Smart TV, Woodburner
Utility Room: Washer Dryer
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 3: Bunk (3ft) Beds
Bathroom: Bath, Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet. Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels, Wi-Fi and logs for wood burner included. Travel cot and highchair. Welcome pack and doggy extras. . Enclosed front garden with patio, garden furniture, BBQ and summer house. Bike store. On road parking. No smoking.. Located within the picturesque and bustling village of Ballater, and within the spectacular Cairngorms National Park, Eleanor Cottage is the owner’s family home and provides a wonderful contemporary environment whilst retaining its original charm. The hub of this detached cottage is the amazing open-plan living space, which is very spacious and flooded with natural light. In contrast, the older part of the cottage has a cosy snug with a second wood burner providing a tranquil space in which to relax. Both external doors open into the fully enclosed, private, south-facing garden with a barbecue and patio area set up for outdoor dining, and a summer house which provides a welcoming, informal space.
Ballater has a supermarket, pubs, cafés, restaurants and an array of independent shops many of which boast ‘By Royal Appointment’.
There is an abundance of things to do including hiking, walking, cycling, climbing, golf, tennis, fishing, bowling or skiing options. It is a brilliant place to simply pack a picnic, pick up your camera or sketch book and breathe in the fresh mountain air. There are lots of options for days out including a visit to a neighbouring village or a tour of a castle (there are several, including Balmoral Castle which is the Highland home to the Royal Family and only a 12 minute drive away); a tour of a whisky distillery (there are many locally including Royal Lochnagar which is located close to Balmoral Castle) or perhaps enjoy the sights and sounds of a traditional Highland games which are held annually. The City of Aberdeen is an hour’s drive, with its beautiful beach, parks, leisure and cultural attractions while inland, the ski resorts of Glenshee, The Lecht and Cairngorm are an easy drive through spectacular scenery.
Only dogs allowed at the property.
Letting Licence No: AS00698F
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed
This property accepts a maximum of 2 pet(s)
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number AS00698F
About the area
Ballater
Ballater is home to this cottage. Balmoral Castle and Corgarff Castle are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Cairngorms National Park and Muir of Dinnet National Nature Reserve. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like horse riding.

Ballater
What's nearby
- Ballater Golf Club - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
- Ballater Library - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
- Victoria and Albert Halls - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
- Cairngorms National Park - 12 min drive - 16.2 km
- Balmoral Castle - 12 min drive - 15.4 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Bean For Coffee - 4 min walk
- brown sugar café - 3 min walk
- Lochnagar Indian Brasserie - 4 min walk
- Keiller Lounge - 3 min drive
- The Bothy - 6 min walk
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