Vacation rentals with a fireplace in Ballater

Lovely situation yards from the seafront, well appointed bijou type of house, we had the type of stay we looked for and enjoyed our stay

One of my favorite AirBnB locations we’ve ever stayed in! The natural light and back windows looking out to the Cairngorms were stunning. Not only is this home beautifully designed, but it has everything you need and is just minutes away from walking and biking trails. We found it to be the perfect location to have as a home base for taking day trips throughout the Highlands.

Beautifully located house near Aberlour, about 40 minutes walk into the town for the nearest shops and pub so a car is recommended, although the walk is lovely. By car it's 10 minutes to Aberlour along a country lane. House was well equipped, modern, comfortable, clean and had great views of the surrounding farm and countryside. The farm shop was an added bonus with meat from the farm we enjoyed on a BBQ one evening. The host is extremely friendly and responded quickly in our conversations pre arrival. Perfect spot for a family or group of friends exploring Speyside. Thank you!

We cannot say enough about Katie’s cottage! The setting, the cottage and location are perfect! Lovely, welcoming and just spectacular! With a castle ruins right behind you! If we ever make it back to Scotland, this is where you’ll find us!

The cottage was lovely, the garden was beautiful, the location is amazing, Mountain views from nearly every window! Had everything we needed, beds were comfortable and having the fire kept us warm as toast. Shower was powerful and the bathroom is spacious. The WiFi is good and you do need pound coins for the electricity but the cabin is fairly efficient so don’t need loads. Sandra was there to let us in and answer any questions, great host ☺️ Overall comfortable, clean and a great place to stay ❤️

Our month long stay at Fortrenn was an unforgettable experience that left us feeling rejuvenated, inspired and in love with Scotland. The cottage itself is a charming blend of traditional Scottish architecture and modern amenities. It features cozy rooms adorned with local artwork and comfortable furnishings that made us feel instantly at home. The living area was particularly inviting, with a fireplace that added warmth and character to the space. The kitchen was well-equipped, allowing us to easily prepare our own meals. One of the highlights of Fortrenn was the master bedroom, which offered panoramic views of the loch. The bathroom was equally impressive, featuring a luxurious bathtub. The combination of stunning natural beauty, charming accommodations, and warm hospitality helped to create our perfect vacation. Fortrenn proved to be the ideal base from which to explore all that this remarkable region has to offer. We hope to be able to return one day soon!

We have stayed at Black Rocks several times and have never been dissapoined. Loren is lovely and very responsive. The village is very welcoming and we would highly recommend the Anchor Hotel for food and local atmosphere. A very special place, just perfect!

Wonderful as always and great for our two spaniels. So peaceful listening to the birds in the back garden.

Comfortable, clean, convenient for shops & local beautiful surrounding countryside. Some good cycling on quiet roads.

Perfect place and location for my 4 day stay. As a solo visitor I felt completely safe to walk around the area at any time. The cottage is very comfortable. Cheryl and her husband are friendly and welcoming. Highly recommended.

Angela’s place was perfect for our stay. Her place was clean, quiet, and had everything we needed. Angela was very responsive and helpful. Would certainly recommend staying here if you are visiting Aberdeen!

Great place to stay in the Cairngorms. Fully equipped kitchen for cooking meals. Amazing whisky corner which my husband greatly appreciated.

Really felt like a home away from home with enough warmth and everything you may need for a shorter or longer stay. Definitely recommended!

The Apartment in Highland Council was very nice and clean! There were also plenty of towels! The highlight was the beautiful, modern bathroom with the wonderful shower with a full enclosure door and a niche to place your shampoos, etc. Believe us when we say this is a plus in the UK! The water pressure and the hot water was also a plus. Again, this is not always the case in the UK! The apartment was quiet even though it is situated right by a road. The parking is by its back door/patio entrance which is by the market parking lot. We entered and exited from this door during our stay, and used the market parking near the back gate. The kitchen is adorable and functional, but it’s small. It has a very small refrigerator, so small amounts of groceries are best to buy if you’re cooking in. There were some staples available for use, a coffee maker and a kettle. The washer dryer was definitely a plus!

Second time we have stayed here. It's just perfect. Apart from being about 30 seconds from the beach, there was everything we needed. Despite being close to the beach and a play park it was really quiet when you were indoors Great walks up to Monifieth most days. Five minutes from the station and then seven minutes in to Dundee. Dawn was at the end of the phone or a text if we needed anything. We will definitely be back

we had a cozy spacious and comfortable home and a beautiful hall with books, DVDs and games. Everything is abundantly present and tasteful. Well-stocked neighborhood supermarket opposite the house, one restaurant in the village, where you can eat deliciously and cozily. Highly recommended for nature lovers!!!

Sam's place was perfect for our family. It was just like the pictures and better. The neighborhood was wonderfully quiet. The king beds (in 3 of the 4 rooms) were very comfortable and the amenities were as promised. We appreciated the ample parking and we had a member of our party with some limited mobility so the ramp to the backdoor was super helpful. Washer and dryer worked great. And the nibbles left for our arrival were very nice. Lastly, Sam was the PERFECT host. Amazing directions to the location and entry to the house, helpful tips, and recommendations with the kindest messages, checking in on us throughout our stay. We highly recommend. You won't be disappointed!

It was a wonderful place to stay with great scenic views and a peaceful atmosphere . The hosts Alexandra and David were such great people which made the stay even more pleasant. Would definitely stay here again.

Marie was a great hostess and the house was amazing in great condition and very clean. The location is good and Marie assisted us with all the questions and had a full breakfast prepared for us.

Very comfortable house right in the heart of Newtonmore - was a perfect location for a family winter break. Lots of space with 2 lounges and generously sized bedrooms. Really well equipped with everything you could need in the kitchen in particular plus lots of games and books for the wet days (there were a few!). Off-street parking, nearby co-op shop and responsive hosts made for a stress free and enjoyable stay. We hope to be back!

I can’t say enough about this place and how lovely Ian and Flo were in being such great hosts. Not only was the house fantastic but they were so kind and helpful… It was like staying with good friends.!

We had a lovely few days staying at Tanglewood. Graeme was very helpful before and during our stay. Everything was as described. Very spacious rooms and a nice welcome pack of cake, biscuits and milk on arrival. We used the hot tub too which was very good and relaxing. Hire included extra towels and slippers which was a lovely touch. We would recommend staying here. Thanks Graeme.

This is a lovely house with beautiful views in a fantastic location! We got very lucky with sunny weather during our stay meaning we could make the most of the gorgeous surroundings - we did white water rafting on the River Tay and enjoyed the Taymouth Marina spa, all of which were a short drive away from the house. The house was just as described and pictured and the hosts were great - they were very responsive and flexible, allowing us to have both an early checkin and late check out. There is a good amount of parking at the property and the kitchen was well stocked with all amenities you could need. The house is on a main road but it is not busy and traffic noise was not an issue. I would definitely recommend this house to a group.

This was a wonderful stop on our vacation, we did not want to leave. The home is very comfortable, we slept wonderfully. The kitchen is very well situated to make meals if you feel I like staying in and enjoying the view. We would definitely stay here again. Carol was wonderful to work with, so helpful and accommodating.