
Cottage vacation rentals in Ballater
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Ballater vacation rentals start at G$29,227 GYD per night before taxes and fees

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Garden Cottage, Aboyne. Peaceful and relaxing .
Relax at our peaceful, well-equipped and comfortable Cottage. Cottage has outside dining table and chairs and log burning stove inside. We provide complimentary logs . Bike storage with charging. A short, safe walk into Aboyne. Aboyne Loch, old Railway line and Aboyne Golf Course across the road, which makes for an active or totally relaxed holiday. Easy drive North to Ballater and Braemar or regular buses, which stop at road end . Heated clothes dryer. External security and sensor lighting.
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The Mill Cottage, Cairngorms National Park
The Mill is set on the side of a spectacular, secluded glen in the Cairngorms National Park, Scotland. In the 19th century it operated as a Watermill and has been lovingly converted into a 3 bedroomed holiday cottage. It is warm and comfortable and enjoys stunning views up the Corries glen to the summit of Carn Daimh. Please note. Should you be unable to travel due to a government imposed lockdown due to Covid 19, we will be happy to move the dates of your holiday or offer a full refund.
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Dee Cottage Cosy 1 bed- Royal Deeside, Ballater
"This 1 bed cottage is situated in the heart of the beautiful Ballater, Royal Deeside. It has just been newly renovated making it a bit of luxury for you to relax and enjoy your stay. The bedroom has a king size bed, dressing table, wardrobe and place to hide the suitcases, drawers and a T. V. A Z bed and a travel cot are available on request when booking. It has a wood burner and a Scottish theme throughout. We have aimed to make this a cosy and comfortable getaway for you to enjoy.
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Seanchoille Cottage in Centre of Ballater
Seanchoille is a Beautiful Cottage right in the centre of Ballater. The perfect base to explore Royal Deeside. The recently renovated Cottage boasts a wood burning fire in the open plan family room which opens up onto the patio via French Doors. It also enjoys a separate living room with dining area and drinks table. Settle into the evening with a cosy fire, we provide a basket of logs to get you going on your first night but you way wish to bring more for the remainder of your stay.
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Idyllic Farmhouse in Stunning Deeside Location
Blackness Farmhouse is a traditional cottage still retaining many of its original features. Bathrooms and kitchen have been modernized, open fires replaced for wood burners and carpeting added to make your stay as comfortable as possible. The cottage was our home while we converted the nearby barns into our new house. and although storage was tight for a busy family of 6, we loved our time living there and always felt it would make a perfect holiday home. We hope you enjoy your stay.
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Royal Deeside 1 Bedroom self-contained 'Bothy'
Self contained annexe in the heart of Royal Deeside. The 'bothy' is a 1 bedroom home attached to our converted farmhouse. Downstairs has a spacious fully-equipped kitchen/living area with sofa bed and log burner. Upstairs is a double bedroom and shower room. Just 6 miles from Ballater, and in the Cairngorms National Park, the Muir of Dinnet Nature Reserve is on our doorstep with walks and cycle routes. Close by is Tarland Trails 2 mtb centre. Our property has bike wash and storage.
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Unique Renovated Luxurious Highland Mill Scotland
A beautifully renovated Mill surrounded by farmland and hills. We are ideally located on the Glenlivet Estate in the Cairngorms National Park. Our Mill is a gorgeous home-away-from-home option! Whether you are in need of a peaceful weekend retreat or on a family vacation the Mill is the perfect place to stay in comfort and style. The casual luxury of the Mill will take your breath away and put you at ease! Look no Mill is the perfect self catering holiday destination for you!
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Hayfield Cottage
Hayfield Cottage is a category C listed cottage built in approx. 1850, and fully renovated between 2015 and 2017. It is located on Auchendryne Square in Braemar, a few hundred yards from The Princess Royal and Duke of Fife Memorial Park where the annual Braemar Gathering takes place. Hayfield Cottage is fully insulated and centrally heated. The two wood burning stoves aren't needed to keep the house warm and cosy, but they can be a welcome addition in the winter.
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Thornbank Cottage - snug & simple, kids & pets OK
Thornbank is a snug and simple timber built holiday cottage in the heart of the village of Braemar. Paragliding, mountain biking, skiing, walking or perhaps a relaxing holiday at one with nature? Here you can indulge in all the activities that the Upper Dee Valley and Cairngorms National Park have to offer, then return to a cosy hearth and home. We are located in the centre of the village, but set back behind the road in a quiet spot with woods to the rear.
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Grampian Cottage
Grampian Cottage is a traditional Victorian cottage that has been extended to create a spacious and comfortable holiday home for families or groups of friends. It has a large south facing enclosed garden with pine trees, a fire pit and a summer house. There is direct access onto the hillside and to the duck pond. It is less than ten minutes to walk to the centre of the village. The cottage has 2 wood burning stoves, oil fired central heating and an Aga.
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Woodside Cottage, Corgarff, Aberdeenshire
Woodside Cottage is a converted and renovated 4 bedroom detached house in Cairngorm National Park. Located only 5 miles from the Lecht Ski Resort and surrounded by beautiful mountains and hiking routes. Corgarff is the ideal location to experience the Scottish Highlands by sightseeing, hiking, skiing, exploring the whisky trail, fishing, bird watching or just relaxing by the fire with a good book and a wee dram. STL Licence no: AS00581F
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Antlers Cottage, Glenmuick Estate
Antlers Cottage is a cosy cottage in the heart of the Glenmuick estate. It provides a convenient and homely base from which to explore Royal Deeside. The cottage has two double/twin bedrooms with a Bathroom, Kitchen, Sitting Room and Dining Room. The Sitting Room has a welcoming open fire, WiFi and a Digital TV with DVD player. The property is heated throughout and all linen, towels and logs are provided.
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Cottage rentals with a hot tub

Luxurious, Private Cottage 2 Bedrooms with Hot Tub
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Capo Farmhouse - dog friendly. Hot tub & fire pit
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Croftend Cottage private hottub Glenisla Highlands
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Sweetheart Cottage – Hot Tub, Dog-Friendly
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Charming, well-appointed Edwardian gate lodge
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Wild Farm Cottage
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Cosy cottage in Cairngorms with hot tub and sauna
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Cliff Walk Cottage, Cotton of Auchmithie, Arbroath
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Pet-friendly cottage rentals

Wee hoose close to Ballater/Braemar/Cairngorms
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Cheerful 2 bedroom cottage close to village centre
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Pinewood cottage
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The Stable Loft on Loch Tummel
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Cosy Cottage Getaway in Nethy Bridge, Cairngorms
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Bonnie Wee Cottage Snuggled into Bennachie
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Drumtennant Cottage - Dunkeld -
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Keeper's Cottage, 2 bed cottage on Highland estate
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Private cottage rentals

“Old Mains Cottage” In Tranquil Surroundings
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Cosy old cottage, close to Huntly train station
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The Cottar House by Stonehaven
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Burnside Neuk, cosy cottage close to Cairngorms
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Abercrombie Lodge @ Barra Castle
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Miller's Cottage at Blackhall in the Angus Glens
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Unique Tin Cabin Retreat | Woodburner & Wildlife
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The Granary Cottage, Auchenblae
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