Title: Gairnshiel Lodge - Unique Exclusive Lodge Next to the Castle - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - 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/106000000/105480000/105476500/105476468/1407f2ec.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) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location 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 ![Lodge, 2 Bedrooms (Glenmuick)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31880000/31872300/31872253/0dd529d8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Invercauld Lodges Ballater - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi - Game room 9.2 Wonderful 24 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-10&endDate=2025-11-11&selected=31872253&PinnedHotelID=31872253&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 78 reviews CA $161 CA $194 total includes taxes & fees Nov 10 - Nov 11 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-10&endDate=2025-11-11&selected=800423&PinnedHotelID=800423&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1870000/1863300/1863204/c1be08be.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 38 reviews CA $89 CA $107 total includes taxes & fees Nov 16 - Nov 17 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-16&endDate=2025-11-17&selected=1863204&PinnedHotelID=1863204&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 ### 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 Ballater is home to Gairnshiel Lodge - Unique Exclusive Lodge Next to the Castle. Knock Gallery and Lost Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Royal Lochnagar Distillery and Ballater Golf Club. [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 - Ballater Library - 10 min drive - 13.3 km - Ballater Golf Club - 10 min drive - 13.3 km - Balmoral Castle - 11 min drive - 11.6 km - Cairngorms National Park - 21 min drive - 28.2 km - Braemar Castle - 22 min drive - 26.7 km ### Restaurants - ‪Keiller Lounge - ‬7 min drive - ‪The Bothy - ‬8 min drive - ‪brown sugar café - ‬8 min drive - ‪The Balmoral Bar - ‬8 min drive - ‪Keiller Brasserie - ‬7 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 at Gairnshiel Lodge - Unique Exclusive Lodge Next to the Castle? > 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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