Title: Old school, cozy cottage for 7 - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=113631702&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Old school, cozy cottage for 7 Vacation home in Ballater with kitchen ## Photo gallery for Old school, cozy cottage for 7 ![Interior - Old school, cozy cottage for 7 (Aberdeenshire)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113640000/113631800/113631702/3df4d24a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Old school, cozy cottage for 7 (Aberdeenshire)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113640000/113631800/113631702/2d8d1dde.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Old school, cozy cottage for 7 (Aberdeenshire)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113640000/113631800/113631702/12b181af.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets - Old school, cozy cottage for 7 (Aberdeenshire)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113640000/113631800/113631702/ddb615f5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Old school, cozy cottage for 7 (Aberdeenshire)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113640000/113631800/113631702/97211037.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Old school, cozy cottage for 7 provides amenities like a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathrooms1076 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet friendly - Free WiFi - Outdoor Space ## 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. ### Old school, cozy cottage for 7 Next to Gairnshiellodge lays Old School, completed surrounded by a dyke. the building has a rich history, initially functioning as a school, providing education to local communities. As time passed, it transformed into a cherished holiday retreat, offering relaxation and leisure to those seeking respite. The house has seen generations come and go, each leaving their mark a memories within its walls. Its enduring legacy continues, providing a warm welcome to all who seek refuge in its The wooden floors don\`t like the gravel stones from outside, so please do as home and take your shoes out before you enter the cottage. Thank you ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - Stereo - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### 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 - Garden - Unit size: 1,076 square feet ## Similar properties ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33610000/33602500/33602460/a8d8fdde.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Fabulous sunny house in large private gardens. 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Thank you ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## 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 Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited 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 managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as 362640 ## About the area Ballater is home to this vacation home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Cairngorms National Park and Muir of Dinnet National Nature Reserve, while Knock Gallery and Lost Gallery are cultural highlights. [Visit our Ballater travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Ballater.dx4321) [View more Vacation homes in Ballater](https://www.expedia.ca/Ballater-Private-Vacation-Homes.d4321-aaPrivateVacationHomes.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%7C57.09824%2C-3.15381&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=slL_Ex1dQZVjxyFg19PolFecnVI=) Aberdeenshire, Scotland ### 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 19 min drive \- 13.5 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 20 min drive \- 18.8 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 32 min drive \- 28.5 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 51 min drive \- 49.8 km ### Getting around - Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) 82 min drive ### Restaurants - Keiller Lounge 8 min drive - Keiller Brasserie 8 min drive - The Balmoral Bar 9 min drive - Fish Shop 9 min drive - Clachan Grill 10 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Old school, cozy cottage for 7 pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Old school, cozy cottage for 7? ### What time is check-out at Old school, cozy cottage for 7? ### Where is Old school, cozy cottage for 7 located? ## Have a question? 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