Craggan

Craggan Bridge of Gairn, Ballater, AB35 5TY, United Kingdom
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Craggan

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Scored 9.9
9.9
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
253 reviews

Featuring a garden and views of mountain, Craggan is a bed and breakfast situated in a historic building in Ballater, 16 km from Balmoral Castle. This bed and breakfast offers free private parking and full-day security. It is possible for guests to sit outside and enjoy the property grounds. The units at the bed and breakfast come with a seating area and a flat-screen TV with streaming services. With a private bathroom equipped with a walk-in shower and bathrobes, units at the bed and breakfast also have free WiFi, while selected rooms will provide you with a terrace. At the bed and breakfast, the units are fitted with bed linen and towels. Buffet and à la carte breakfast options with warm dishes, local specialities and fresh pastries are available every morning. Guests at the bed and breakfast will be able to enjoy activities in and around Ballater, like skiing, cycling and hiking. CairnGorm National Park is 45 km from Craggan, while Aboyne Golf Club is 20 km away. Aberdeen Airport is 63 km from the property.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Gluten-free, Buffet

Free private parking available on-site

Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
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2 single beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
10.0
Facilities
10.0
Cleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Value for money
9.7
Location
9.8
Free WiFi
9.1
High score for Ballater

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Ashley
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “The property was in an excellent location and the faclities were very good. The hosts were warm and welcoming and my wife and I had a lovely visit”
  • Catherine
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “The room was exceptionally comfortable especially the bed. Wonderful views too. The shower was great and the lovely surprise cake left for our arrival was much appreciated. There was a huge choice for breakfast and I must say the porridge was the...”
  • Homaira
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Wonderful location, rooms, hosts, breakfast and lots of small touches to make our stay special. Absolutely one of the best B&Bs we have ever stayed in.”
  • Jacqui
    Australia Australia
    “Everything. The rooms were beautiful, clean and comfortable. Martin and Louise are exceptional hosts. The breakfasts were unbelievable. And of course Monty the dog made it even better.”
  • Danny
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Fantastic property, Louise and Martin are lovely hosts, attention to detail was amazing , will definitely return”
  • Ruth
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Everything! Could not fault anything, from the welcome, the hosts, and every little comfort that had been thought of. A real gem of a place from arrival to leaving. The breakfast was wonderful and Louise’s cakes were a real treat to come in to...”
  • Jenny
    Australia Australia
    “The owners Martin & Louise were great hosts. Louise cooked superb breakfasts & cakes, she is an excellent baker. Our room was spacious and comfortable with beautiful views out to gardens and the surrounding landscape.”
  • Anne
    Australia Australia
    “Convenient location, just on the outskirts of Ballater. Lovely house, extremely comfortable room that was very nicely decorated. Lovely linen and towels Martin & Louise were very welcoming and helpful Breakfast was excellent, as were the delicious...”
  • Agentz
    Australia Australia
    “Everything about this place exuded style, luxury, and quality. We only wished we could have stayed longer and will do so next time. The breakfast was awesome and the hosts so welcoming. Very comfortable beds and v stylish bathroom. A perfect...”
  • Alicia
    Australia Australia
    “Home cooking….cakes, breakfast amazing. Room beautifully furnished to high spec. Bedding lovely, especially the pillows. Lovely location, friendly hosts, good privacy. A wonderful stay😍”

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Hosted by Martyn and Louise Barrow

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10
Host review score
Host review score
Martyn and Louise Barrow
Craggan is situated in a quiet location 1 mile from the picturesque Victorian village of Ballater. This former Manse was built in 1870 and sits within 2.5 acres of garden and woodland boasting stunning views of the surrounding countryside with the towering hills of The Coyles of Muick, Cairn Leuchan and Clachan Yell to the front, rocky crags and a pine forest to the East and the towering splendour of the mountain of Lochnagar to the West. The house retains many of its original features and offers 3 luxurious individually decorated guest rooms each with private bathroom. The ground floor room also has a private terrace. Breakfast is served daily between 8.00 and 9.30 am offering both cooked options and buffet style breakfast with a variety of cereals, pastries, fruit, yoghurt and teas and coffees.
Ballater has long been a centre for tourism in the Highlands. Presently many of the buildings date from the Victorian era and the village centre is currently a conservation area. Ballater is now a busy and bustling community with a variety of shops, cafes, bars, restaurants and Arts and Crafts Galleries that welcomes tourists from around the world all the year round. The Cairngorms is the largest National Park in the United Kingdom. It is also the highest in parts. It has so much to offer and there is a whole host of activities to choose from either within walking distance of the village or a short drive away. There are activities to suit everyone from hiking up Lochnagar and mountain biking to browsing the shops and relaxing in one of the many cafes and bars. Balmoral Castle is just 6 miles to the West of Ballater. This historic castle is open to the public from 1 April each year offering a variety of activities. The village of Braemar home of the famous Highland Games is just a further 10 miles away. Lochnagar is part of the Mounth being 3,789 feet in height which qualifies it as a Munro.
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Craggan
Great facilities! Review score, 10

Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet

View

  • Mountain view
  • Garden view
  • View

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack

Ski

  • Ski school
    Additional charge
  • Ski storage
    Additional charge

Activities

  • Horse riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Skiing
    Off-site
  • Fishing
    Additional charge
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge

Living Area

  • Seating Area
  • Desk

Media & Technology

  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • TV

Food & Drink

  • Tea/Coffee maker

Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

    Services

    • Daily housekeeping
    • Private check-in/check-out
    • Luggage storage
    • Wake-up service

    Reception services

    • Invoice provided

    Entertainment and family services

    • Board games/puzzles
    • Board games/puzzles

    Safety & security

    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • Smoke alarms
    • Security alarm
    • 24-hour security

    General

    • Adult only
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Tile/marble floor
    • Heating
    • Carpeted
    • Ironing facilities
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Iron

    Wellness

    • Sun loungers or beach chairs

    Languages spoken

    • English

    House rules
    Craggan takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 16:00 to 19:00
    Check-out
    From 08:00 to 11:00
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children are not allowed.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

    No age restriction
    There is no age requirement for check-in
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.
    Smoking
    Smoking is not allowed.
    Parties
    Parties/events are not allowed

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

    This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

    License number: AS00017F, E

    FAQs about Craggan

    • Guests staying at Craggan can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 10.0).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Continental
      • Full English/Irish
      • Vegetarian
      • Gluten-free
      • Buffet
      • À la carte

    • Room options at Craggan include:

      • Double
      • Twin/Double

    • Craggan is 1.1 miles from the centre of Ballater. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Check-in at Craggan is from 16:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

    • Craggan offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Cycling
      • Hiking
      • Skiing
      • Fishing
      • Golf course (within 3 km)
      • Horse riding

    • The prices at Craggan may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.