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Highlights
The great outdoors
Guests love the outdoor space here.
Barbecue
A rare find - perfect for a relaxed, outdoor grilling experience.
At the centre of it all
Stay in a top rated central location, steps from the best attractions, dining, and entertainment.
Discover nearby landmarks
Near Cairngorms National Park
4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Dog-friendly
Kitchen
Washing machine
Barbecue
Garden
Internet access
Explore the area
Ballater, Scotland
Cairngorms National Park
Place, Cairngorms National Park
1 min walk
Ballater Golf Club
Place, Ballater Golf Club
2 min walk
Ballater Library
Place, Ballater Library
4 min walk
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 4
1 Double Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 3
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Kitchen
Garden
About this property
Contemporary Cottage in Ballater Village
A cosy and traditionally decorated self-catering holiday cottage, Beechwood can accommodate groups, families and couples. Ideal for a relaxing break in Royal Deeside.
Beechwood can comfortably sleep six people. The cottage is spacious and is tastefully decorated to a high standard, with a traditional Scottish theme.
There are four good-sized upstairs bedrooms, two king-size rooms with shared shower room and two double-size rooms with shared bathroom (shower above bath). Downstairs there is a further shower room. There is a hairdryer and all linen and towels are provided.
Downstairs there is a cosy lounge with open plan dining with seating for six people and an open fire. Beechwood's well-equipped kitchen is open plan with the family area to suit modern living and has a Smart TV, Bose bluetooth speaker and games and puzzles for all ages. There is a fridge-freezer, washing machine, dishwasher and microwave. To complete the family room there is a wood-burning stove which is very welcoming after a day outdoors. The large west facing garden is a fabulous sun-trap, the sun can be enjoyed from mid morning to the last rays in the evening. There is access to a large lockable shed - perfect for guests to store bikes or golf clubs etc.
There is on-street parking directly outside the cottage.
Beechwood is located in the centre of the Victorian village of Ballater and has all the amenities of the village on the doorstep. Ballater has many shops, cafes, restaurants and galleries to enjoy, most notably the recently refurbished Old Royal Station minutes from the cottage.
From the cottage there are many walks to explore - from the paths along the river, the recently opened Seven Bridges Walk and of course Craigendarroch Hill with it's spectacular views of Ballater and Lochnagar.
Ballater is just 7km from Balmoral Castle and Estate, the Royal Family's Scottish holiday home since 1852.
Ballater and Royal Deeside has the most stunning scenery and is an ideal base for hill-walking, cycling, fishing, golfing and many more outdoor pursuits.
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Pets allowed: dogs less than 10 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Property Registration Number AS 00136F
Property # 10842300
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 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
About the area
Ballater
Located in Ballater, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. Balmoral Castle and Knock Castle are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Ballater Golf Club and Royal Lochnagar Distillery.
Is Contemporary Cottage in Ballater Village pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 10 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much does it cost to stay at Contemporary Cottage in Ballater Village?
As of 8 July 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Contemporary Cottage in Ballater Village on 31 October 2026 start from NZ$513, 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.
What time is check-in at Contemporary Cottage in Ballater Village?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Contemporary Cottage in Ballater Village?
Checkout is at 9:00 AM.
Where is Contemporary Cottage in Ballater Village located?
Situated on a river, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Ballater Golf Club and Victoria and Albert Halls. Ballater Library and Knock Castle are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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Great cottage with all the facilities needed. In the centre of Ballater which has many good restaurants and is a good base for local walks and exploring the local area.Would definitely stay again.
We had a fabulous time at Beechwood, the house is stunning and in a perfect location for everything you need in Ballater. The garden is outstanding. I would definitely recommend a stay here.
This is a very well equipped, spacious property which was real pleasure to stay in. The garden is well maintained with good outside seating and a BBQ. It is centrally located in Ballater so easy to visit shops and restaurants on foot, close to the golf course and local walks in easy reach. Mark, the host was very welcoming and promptly answered queries. We would stay here again. Great place.
Beechwood is a very well presented cottage with lovely gardens in the centre of Ballater. The cottage has been furnished to a high standard and was spotlessly clean. The location was perfect. We loved staying there and look forward to returning.
You would have to be really picky to find fault with this property.
Wonderful village location.
Quality fitting throughout.
Beautiful garden
Great hosts.
Well appointed house with wonderful garden and great hosts.
Beechwood is exactly as advertised, a comfortable, contemporary, well furnished house in a quiet but convenient location in the centre of Ballater. The bonus is the quality of the fittings, bathrooms, kitchen, soft furniture, beds and the beautiful garden.
The hosts were super responsive and the little touches make us want to return next year.
Had a wonderful week at this beautiful cosy cottage in the heart of Ballater.
Beautifully furnished & very warm and welcoming, Log burner was great, modern clean bathrooms, loads of hot water, comfy beds along with a great location – what more could you ask for!!
Mark the host was great and made sure we had everything we needed. Thank you for a fantastic week in Ballater – we look forward to returning!
This cottage was perfect for our stay. The cleanliness and quality of all the rooms meant it was extremely comfortable. Communication with the owner was easy and friendly. There was some nice personal touches as well, such as a welcome pack on arrival. The location was ideal, Ballater is beautiful and has great walks straight out the door of the cottage and there is a good variety of food and drink in the town which were all very good quality. Balmoral and the Glenshee ski area were only a short drive away. Overall, a fantastic base for a great family holiday and would definitely book here again.
Beautifully decorated property, warm and welcoming. Garden secure for dogs and beautifully maintained - the photos don’t do the garden justice and only shows one half of it. Everything was lovely and clean and the beds were very comfortable. Central location to the shops and local eateries, although not at all noisy, as even when busy, the town is generally quiet in the evenings.
Mark the owner was very helpful and quickly responds to any messages left.
Ballater is a great place to stay, with lots of walks available straight from the cottage. We’ll definitely be visiting Beechwood again.
We stayed at the house for a week. The location is excellent. The kids loved walking to shorty’s for ice cream every day and the town had everything we needed. The house was very comfortable however to e sitting rooms both are a little small for 5 people. The house had been recently renovated and they did a great job. Good beds abs showers. A dryer for clothes would have been nice given the rain and damp, it took a long time for things to dry. The owners were very accommodating and easy to reach.
This property in Ballater was an excellent choice for the Ballater Walking Festival, centrally located, close to the Green hut, Coop shop and bars and restaurants. The house was well equipped with everything we needed for a very comfort stay. I’d certainly recommend it for family or friends.
We all enjoyed our week in this stylish, comfortable cottage in the heart of Ballater. It is ideally placed with plenty of coffee shops, restaurants, ice cream shop all within a couple of minutes walk. Mark was a very helpful host . We will certainly look to book again!
We had an excellent week in Beechwood, Ballater. This house is one of the best we've stayed in, the decor, layout and furniture are all top quality. The property was immaculately clean with the little touches that make all the difference, such logs for the stove and a welcome basket on arrival.
The location is a two minute walk from local restaurants, pubs and shops but is also very quiet. The surrounding area has lots to do with both adventurous and relaxing activities.
Mark and his family have thought of everything, thanks again for great week!
The property was appointed to a very high standard and exceptionally clean on arrival. Location within Ballater was convenient for local amenities and lovely and quiet. Mark and Victoria made us feel very welcome and were very helpful when we had a small query, Would thoroughly recommend.