Title: Old school, cozy cottage for 7 - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=4321&destination=Ballater%2C+Scotland%2C+United+Kingdom&selected=113631702&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Old school, cozy cottage for 7 ## Photo gallery for Old school, cozy cottage for 7 ![Interior - Old school, cozy cottage for 7 (Aberdeenshire)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113640000/113631800/113631702/2be75f58.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, oven, stovetop, dishwasher - Old school, cozy cottage for 7 (Aberdeenshire)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113640000/113631800/113631702/056bc967.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/d6075d4f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Old school, cozy cottage for 7 (Aberdeenshire)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113640000/113631800/113631702/0e2f8bed.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) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden - Unit size: 1,076 square feet ## 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 338 reviews CA $242 CA $290 total includes taxes & fees Apr 19 - Apr 20 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-19&endDate=2026-04-20&selected=1422395&PinnedHotelID=1422395&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; British cuisine ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6300000/6296400/6296364/e411e9e1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Banchory Lodge Hotel Banchory - Pet friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant 9.4 Exceptional 273 reviews CA $109 CA $131 total includes taxes & fees Apr 9 - Apr 10 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-09&endDate=2026-04-10&selected=6296364&PinnedHotelID=6296364&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12840000/12832900/12832897/4e92a2a8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Tor Na Coille Hotel & Restaurant Banchory - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Business services 9.2 Wonderful 350 reviews CA $129 CA $155 total includes taxes & fees Apr 6 - Apr 7 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-06&endDate=2026-04-07&selected=12832897&PinnedHotelID=12832897&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Indoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/520500/520459/540944c1.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 9.2 Wonderful 262 reviews CA $376 CA $451 total includes taxes & fees Apr 19 - Apr 20 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-19&endDate=2026-04-20&selected=520459&PinnedHotelID=520459&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42010000/42007400/42007393/700aba54.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Boat Inn Aboyne - Pet friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant 9.6 Exceptional 213 reviews CA $152 CA $210 total includes taxes & fees Apr 10 - Apr 11 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-10&endDate=2026-04-11&selected=42007393&PinnedHotelID=42007393&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![In-room dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1870000/1863300/1863204/17b2764c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Braemar Youth Hostel Ballater - Pet friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi - Breakfast available 9.4 Exceptional 42 reviews CA $107 CA $128 total includes taxes & fees Apr 16 - Apr 17 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-16&endDate=2026-04-17&selected=1863204&PinnedHotelID=1863204&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37470000/37463400/37463302/2006eba4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Braemar Lodge Cabins Ballater - Pet friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant 9.8 Exceptional 19 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-19&endDate=2026-04-20&selected=37463302&PinnedHotelID=37463302&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Cottage | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66910000/66903200/66903109/f0da5c74.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Gairnlea Cottage Ballater - Kitchen - Washer - Parking included - Free WiFi CA $660 CA $792 total includes taxes & fees Apr 9 - Apr 10 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-09&endDate=2026-04-10&selected=66903109&PinnedHotelID=66903109&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30370000/30360400/30360316/fe3a4af7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Two Bedroom Cottage in the heart of Royal Deeside, Cairngorms Scotland. 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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 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. 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