Title: Gairnshiel Lodge - Unique Exclusive Lodge Next to the Castle - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Gairnshiel Lodge - Unique Exclusive Lodge Next to the Castle Villa in Ballater with free parking ![Villa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105480000/105476500/105476468/636cfe4e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Villa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105480000/105476500/105476468/b23c2583.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Villa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105480000/105476500/105476468/3760d5b0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Villa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105480000/105476500/105476468/9092acf1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Villa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105480000/105476500/105476468/1407f2ec.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Gairnshiel Lodge - Unique Exclusive Lodge Next to the Castle provides a garden and more. Guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas. ### Entire home 9 bedrooms9 bathroomsSleeps 18 ## Popular amenities - Barbecue grill - Parking included - Outdoor space - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Gairnshiel Lodge - Unique Exclusive Lodge Next to the Castle Villa in Ballater with free parking Along with a garden, this villa has barbecue grills and free self parking. WiFi in public areas is free. All 18 villas provide conveniences like 9 bathrooms and refrigerators, plus stovetops and electric kettles. Hair dryers, ironing boards, and desks are among the other amenities that guests will find. Gairnshiel Lodge - Unique Exclusive Lodge Next to the Castle offers 18 accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the villa: High-speed internet - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Free self parking on site - Wheelchair-accessible parking available - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Food and drink - Electric kettle - Refrigerator - Stovetop ### Bedrooms - 9 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 9 private bathrooms - Hair dryer ### Entertainment - Stereo ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Work spaces - Desk ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - No elevator - Wheelchair-accessible parking ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - 18 units - Garden ## Similar properties ![Fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1430000/1422400/1422395/f7e006f4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Balmoral Arms Ballater - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant 8.6 Excellent 316 reviews CA $150 CA $180 total includes taxes & fees Dec 3 - Dec 4 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-03&endDate=2025-12-04&selected=1422395&PinnedHotelID=1422395&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/520500/520459/3c5f8869.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hilton Grand Vacations Club Craigendarroch Suites Scotland Ballater - Pool - Hot tub - Spa - Kids pool 9.0 Wonderful 251 reviews CA $183 CA $220 total includes taxes & fees Dec 14 - Dec 15 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-14&endDate=2025-12-15&selected=520459&PinnedHotelID=520459&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4640000/4638300/4638231/c485db04.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Commercial Hotel Aboyne - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Tennis court 9.4 Exceptional 262 reviews CA $200 CA $240 total includes taxes & fees Dec 4 - Dec 5 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-04&endDate=2025-12-05&selected=4638231&PinnedHotelID=4638231&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/810000/800500/800423/dfa5fca5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Loch Kinord Hotel Aboyne - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant 8.6 Excellent 79 reviews CA $193 CA $231 total includes taxes & fees Dec 11 - Dec 12 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-11&endDate=2025-12-12&selected=800423&PinnedHotelID=800423&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM Contactless check-in available Minimum check-in age: 25 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM Contactless check-out available ### Special check-in instructions Guests must contact the property for check-in information To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Property payment types ## Important information ### You need to know 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 This property accepts credit cards Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit This property is professionally cleaned ### We should mention This property does not have elevators A mandatory cleaning fee is included in this property's rental rate ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C57.09086%2C-3.16858&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=HX7N5sveRskdXImUbyTnWcuz9mU=) undefined AB35 5UQ Aberdeenshire United, Kingdom, Ballater, Scotland, AB35 5UQ #### What's nearby - Cairngorms National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km - Balmoral Castle - 14 min drive - 11.6 km - Lecht Ski Resort - 17 min drive - 20.0 km - Braemar Castle - 27 min drive - 26.7 km - Glenshee Ski Centre - 45 min drive - 47.9 km #### Restaurants - ‪Keiller Lounge - ‬7 min drive - ‪brown sugar café - ‬8 min drive - ‪Goodbrand & Ross Tearoom - ‬8 min drive - ‪The Bothy - ‬8 min drive - ‪Lochnagar Indian Brasserie - ‬8 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Gairnshiel Lodge - Unique Exclusive Lodge Next to the Castle pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking? > Self parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Gairnshiel Lodge - Unique Exclusive Lodge Next to the Castle? > Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Gairnshiel Lodge - Unique Exclusive Lodge Next to the Castle? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Gairnshiel Lodge - Unique Exclusive Lodge Next to the Castle located? > Situated in Ballater, this villa is within 6 mi (10 km) of Knock Gallery, Balmoral Castle, and Royal Lochnagar Distillery. Ballater Library and Victoria and Albert Halls are also within 9 mi (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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