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GAIRNSHIEL SCHOOL HOUSE, pet friendly, with open fire in Ballater

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Exterior
Exterior
Living area
Living area
Living area

Highlights

  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Cairngorms National Park
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washing machine
  • Garden
  • Internet access
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Ballater, Central Scotland
  • Place, Cairngorms National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom

1 King Bed

Bedroom

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

en-suite

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Garden
Dining area

About this property

GAIRNSHIEL SCHOOL HOUSE, pet friendly, with open fire in Ballater

Gairnshiel School House near Ballater sleeps 4 in 2 bedrooms.

Gairnshiel School House is a detached property near Ballater in Aberdeenshire, consisting of a kitchen/diner with electric oven, ceramic hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, kettle and toaster, along with a sitting room with open fire and TV, and a utility. The bedrooms include a king-size with en-suite walk-in shower, basin and WC, and a twin bedroom, served by a ground-floor bathroom with bath, shower over, basin, heated towel rail and WC. Fuel, power, bed linen and towels are included in the rent.
Outside, there are enclosed front and rear lawned gardens with furniture and off-road parking for 2 cars. Highchair, travel cot and stairgate are available on request. One well-behaved pet welcome. Sorry, no smoking. Gairnshiel School House provides a charming base for exploring the Cairngorms National Park. Good Housekeeping Bond 200 GBP. Note: Between November and March the property only accepts week long bookings. Please note: Property cannot accept a Saturday check in due to restrictions with the housekeeping team.

Amenities: Oil central heating. Electric oven, ceramic hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, kettle, toaster. Fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Highchair, travel cot, and stairgate available on request. Off-road parking for 2 cars. Front and rear Enclosed lawn with furniture. One well-behaved pet welcome. Sorry, no smoking. Shop 6.3 miles, pub 10 miles. Note: Between November and March the property only accepts week long bookings. Please note: Property cannot accept a Saturday check in due to restrictions with the housekeeping team.

Region: From the lush green farmlands of the Borders to the ruggedness of the Highlands, the Scots are proud of their land and identity. Scotland also has some of Britain’s best beaches with glorious stretches of clean sand over which to roam.

Town: Situated on the banks of the River Dee, the delightful village of Ballater is a centre for tourism and has much to offer visitors to the area, particularly because of its location in the Cairngorms National Park and its close proximity to Balmoral Castle. This attractive village has a lovely neat village green, specialist shops, charming tea rooms and superior granite cottages, all adding to its genteel ambience. The River Dee flows through Ballater and is well renowned for its salmon fishing during the fishing season. Royal Deeside is so-called because of its connection to the Royal Family, who have frequently visited the town since the time of Queen Victoria. There is excellent walking all around the area, as well as outdoor activities such as cycling, golf, skiing or wildlife excursions. The popular centres of Grantown-on-Spey and Aviemore are within easy reach, as is the city of Aberdeen.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 12182181
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 a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Ballater

Ballater is home to this cottage. Knock Gallery and Lost Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Royal Lochnagar Distillery and Ballater Golf Club.
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Ballater, Central Scotland

What's nearby

  • Cairngorms National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km

Getting around

  • Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) - 75 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Keiller Lounge - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Fish Shop - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Bean For Coffee - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Clachan Grill - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Goodbrand & Ross Tearoom - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is GAIRNSHIEL SCHOOL HOUSE, pet friendly, with open fire in Ballater pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at GAIRNSHIEL SCHOOL HOUSE, pet friendly, with open fire in Ballater?

As of 7 July 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at GAIRNSHIEL SCHOOL HOUSE, pet friendly, with open fire in Ballater on 6 January 2027 start from NZ$1,041, 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.

How much is parking at GAIRNSHIEL SCHOOL HOUSE, pet friendly, with open fire in Ballater?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at GAIRNSHIEL SCHOOL HOUSE, pet friendly, with open fire in Ballater?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at GAIRNSHIEL SCHOOL HOUSE, pet friendly, with open fire in Ballater?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is GAIRNSHIEL SCHOOL HOUSE, pet friendly, with open fire in Ballater located?

Situated in Ballater, this cottage is within 9 miles (15 km) of Knock Gallery, Balmoral Castle and Royal Lochnagar Distillery. Ballater Library and Victoria and Albert Halls are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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