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Fairdene Cottage

school lane, Ballater, AB35 5RJ, United Kingdom – Excellent location - show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location — rated 9.8/10! <small>(score from <b>119</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
a kitchen with a stove and a chair in a room at Fairdene Cottage in Ballater
a living room with two chairs and a clock on the wall at Fairdene Cottage in Ballater
an old stone house with a bench in front of it at Fairdene Cottage in Ballater
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Fairdene Cottage

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Scored 9.2
9.2
Rated superb
Superb
119 reviews
  • The entire place is yours
  • 380 ft² size
  • Kitchen
  • Mountain view
  • Garden
  • Pets allowed
  • Free WiFi
  • Terrace
  • Free parking
  • Private bathroom

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Reliable info:
Guests say the description and photos for this property are accurate.

Located in Ballater in the Grampian region, Fairdene Cottage has a patio and garden views. It is situated 18 km from Balmoral Castle and features bicycle parking. The holiday home also provides free WiFi, free private parking and facilities for disabled guests. The holiday home with a terrace and mountain views features 1 bedroom, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with an oven and a microwave, and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower. The parquet floors, fireplace and peaceful vibe add to the ambience of the room. The property has an outdoor dining area. Guests at the holiday home can enjoy skiing and cycling nearby, or make the most of the garden. CairnGorm National Park is 47 km from Fairdene Cottage, while Aboyne Golf Club is 20 km away. The nearest airport is Aberdeen Airport, 63 km from the accommodation.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.9 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Airport shuttle (free)

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)

Free private parking available on-site

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Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.6
Facilities
9.2
Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.2
Value for money
9.2
Location
9.8
Free WiFi
8.8
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Sue
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Compact. Had all we needed. Small and perfectly formed.”
  • Alison
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Perfect little cottage. Well equipped. Central and convenient.”
  • Catherine
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “A great place, comfortable, well equipped and very clean. Great location in a beautiful town with lots of walks from the property.”
  • Bernadine
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Liked everything. Very peaceful location. Good outside space. Easy parking. Bed extremely comfortable”
  • Matthew
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “The house is very cute and cosy. The location is perfect, close to the village centre and lots of walks nearby. Can't wait to stay here again.”
  • Colin
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Lovely converted old building forming a small but well equipped two person ‘granny flat’. Very quiet peaceful location within easy walking distance to Ballater centre, nice secluded outdoor seating area. Nice homely touches to the decor made it...”
  • M
    Moira
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “It was tranquil and very private with easy parking in a very quiet location”
  • Wendy
    New Zealand New Zealand
    “Great location Excellent facilities Friendly welcome”
  • Amanda
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Great location, perfect size for a couple, very quiet, lovely outside space with a great view”
  • Kathryn
    United States United States
    “Fairdene Cottage was perfect. So adorable and comfortable. I was able to visit Balmoral and also the Ballater train station with a replica of Queen Victoria's train carriage. I loved everything about the cottage and its location.”

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Host Information

9.6
9.6
Host review score
Host review score
Welcome to Fairdene My name is Lisa and I have lived in the area for about 6years I am a keen hill walker ,mountain biker and Skier an can give you advise on any local trails or eateries in the area. Looking forward to meeting you.
Welcome to Ballater The Victorian village of Ballater sits in the heart of Royal Deeside, Scotland at the eastern gateway to the Cairngorms National Park. It is 43 miles (69km) west of Aberdeen and 8 miles (13km) from the Queen’s summer home of Balmoral Castle. In the early 14th century the Ballater area was part of the estates of the Knights of St John, but the settlement did not develop until around 1770. First as a spa resort to accommodate visitors to the Pannanich Mineral Well, located on the hillside on the opposite side of the river Dee, then later upon the arrival of the railway in 1866 it was visited by many tourists taking advantage of the easier access. Ballater railway station was closed in 1966 but remained in use as a visitor centre with an exhibition recording the village's royal connection until 2015. Unfortunately in May 2015 the station was destroyed by a fire. However, work has started to reconstruct it to its former glory, and it is due to re-open as a visitor centre in 2018. Many buildings date from the Victorian era and the centre of the village is a conservation area. Now in the 21st century, the Visit Ballater website welcomes new
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Fairdene Cottage
Great facilities! Review score, 9.2

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Airport shuttle (free)
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Fireplace
  • Seating Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Fold-up bed
  • Clothes rack
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Soundproofing
  • Private entrance
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Accessibility
  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun terrace
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Food & Drink
  • Grocery deliveries
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Activities
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Ski storage
  • Horse riding
    Additional charge
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
  • Canoeing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Skiing
    Off-site
  • Fishing
    Additional charge
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
  • Tennis court
    Additional chargeOff-site
Outdoor & View
  • Inner courtyard view
  • Landmark view
  • Mountain view
  • Garden view
  • View
Building characteristics
  • Private apartment in building
  • Semi-detached
Transport
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Airport shuttle
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
Cleaning services
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Miscellaneous
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Carbon monoxide detector
Languages spoken
  • English

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

Check-in
From 16:00 to 22:30
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 09:30 to 10:00
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 of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0+ years
Extra bed upon request
£10 per person, per night

Prices for extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no cots available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Payments by Booking.com
Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

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

When travelling with pets, please note that an extra charge of £10 per pet, per night applies. Please note that a maximum of 1 pet is allowed. Please note that the property can only allow pets with a maximum weight of 10 kilos.

Please inform Fairdene Cottage in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

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

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

FAQs about Fairdene Cottage

  • Yes, Fairdene Cottage is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Fairdene Cottage can accommodate the following group size:

    • 2 guests

    For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

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

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Skiing
    • Tennis court
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Walking tours
    • Bike tours
    • Horse riding

  • Check-in at Fairdene Cottage is from 16:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • Fairdene Cottage is 200 yards from the centre of Ballater. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Yes, there are options at this property that have a terrace. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Fairdene Cottage on this page.

  • Fairdene Cottage has the following number of bedrooms:

    • 1 bedroom

    For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

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