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=&selected=105476468&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 ## Photo gallery for Gairnshiel Lodge - Unique Exclusive Lodge Next to the Castle ![Villa - Gairnshiel Lodge - Unique Exclusive Lodge Next to the Castle (Ballater)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105480000/105476500/105476468/4deeb111.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Villa - Gairnshiel Lodge - Unique Exclusive Lodge Next to the Castle (Ballater)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105480000/105476500/105476468/1407f2ec.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Villa - Gairnshiel Lodge - Unique Exclusive Lodge Next to the Castle (Ballater)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105480000/105476500/105476468/56f13cc9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Villa - Gairnshiel Lodge - Unique Exclusive Lodge Next to the Castle (Ballater)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105480000/105476500/105476468/b23c2583.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Villa - Gairnshiel Lodge - Unique Exclusive Lodge Next to the Castle (Ballater)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105480000/105476500/105476468/19bda13c.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 - Parking included - Free WiFi - Outdoor Space - Barbecue grill ## 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) - 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Unique Exclusive Lodge Next to the Castle. Royal Lochnagar Distillery and Ballater Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Cairngorms National Park and Muir of Dinnet National Nature Reserve. [Visit our Ballater travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Ballater.dx4321) [View more Villas in Ballater](https://www.expedia.ca/Ballater-Villas.d4321-aaVillas.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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 - ![Ski touring at Loch Avon on the River Avon, Cairngorms National Park, Scotland](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6088691/c967043b-5f75-405b-9921-bbb485b96f51.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Cairngorms National Park 1 min walk \- 0.0 km - ![Prince Albert Cairn, near Balmoral Castle, Cairngorms National Park, Scotland](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6083335/ca2d7e0d-6efa-48d2-a6a3-d12573e6f67e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Balmoral Castle 14 min drive \- 11.6 km - ![Lecht Ski Resort featuring snow and a gondola](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6088711/50ff2a02-7ea5-480b-adee-84cd49545ea2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Lecht Ski Resort 17 min drive \- 20.0 km - ![Braemar ends or begins the castles on this road. there are many along the road, but this one is one of the ones that guarded the north from the south during the 1600s. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6088649/acce3306-ffce-43ad-a59b-8596a42c8667.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Braemar Castle 27 min drive \- 26.7 km - ![Beautiful view from the top of Cairnwell T-Bar at Glenshee Ski Center. Rare fresh snow, glorious sunshine and low wind made for an outstanding morning on the mountain with good friends. The eagle eye will spot wild deer, Ptarmigan, Hare and other hardy mountain beasties. #merch #LifeAtExpedia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6088615/97fcdb22-bdec-4e34-98db-5de709bbb31c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Glenshee Ski Centre 45 min drive \- 47.9 km ### Restaurants - Keiller Lounge 7 min drive - Keiller Brasserie 7 min drive - The Balmoral Bar 8 min drive - Fish Shop 8 min drive - Clachan Grill 9 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Gairnshiel Lodge - Unique Exclusive Lodge Next to the Castle pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Gairnshiel Lodge - Unique Exclusive Lodge Next to the Castle? ### What time is check-out at Gairnshiel Lodge - Unique Exclusive Lodge Next to the Castle? ### Where is Gairnshiel Lodge - Unique Exclusive Lodge Next to the Castle located? ## Have a question? 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