Title: Gairnshiel Lodge - Unique Exclusive Lodge Next to the Castle Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/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 | 9 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, Internet - Gairnshiel Lodge - Unique Exclusive Lodge Next to the Castle (Ballater)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105480000/105476500/105476468/636cfe4e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Villa | 9 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, Internet - 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 | 9 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, Internet - Gairnshiel Lodge - Unique Exclusive Lodge Next to the Castle (Ballater)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105480000/105476500/105476468/9092acf1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Villa | 9 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, Internet - 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 | 9 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, Internet - Gairnshiel Lodge - Unique Exclusive Lodge Next to the Castle (Ballater)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105480000/105476500/105476468/3760d5b0.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 Wi-Fi - 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 barbecues and free self-parking. WiFi in public areas is free. All 18 villas provide conveniences such as 9 bathrooms and fridges, plus stovetops and electric kettles. Hairdryers, 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 a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the villa: High-speed internet - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Free self parking on site - Limited on-site self parking - Wheelchair-accessible parking available - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Food and drink - Electric kettle - Hob - Refrigerator ### 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 lift - 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 ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90220000/90220000/90219942/6bc2a491.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The House at Bridge of Lochay Killin - Kitchen - Washing machine - Pet-friendly - Parking included £5,406 includes taxes & fees 12 Jan - 13 Jan [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-12&endDate=2026-01-13&selected=90219942&PinnedHotelID=90219942&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13480000/13472700/13472637/b516eec7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Steading Aberfeldy - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Breakfast available 9.8 Exceptional 31 reviews £89 includes taxes & fees 19 Jan - 20 Jan [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-19&endDate=2026-01-20&selected=13472637&PinnedHotelID=13472637&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/890000/888800/888708/62d6d148.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Fortingall Aberfeldy - 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25 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM Contactless check-out ### 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 ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts 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 miles - Balmoral Castle \- 14 min drive \- 7.3 miles - Lecht Ski Resort \- 17 min drive \- 12.4 miles - Braemar Castle \- 27 min drive \- 16.6 miles - Glenshee Ski Centre \- 45 min drive \- 29.8 miles #### Restaurants - ‪Keiller Lounge - ‬7 min drive - ‪The Balmoral Bar - ‬8 min drive - ‪Goodbrand & Ross Tearoom - ‬8 min drive - ‪Keiller Brasserie - ‬7 min drive - ‪brown sugar café - ‬8 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Gairnshiel Lodge - Unique Exclusive Lodge Next to the Castle pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Gairnshiel Lodge - Unique Exclusive Lodge Next to the Castle? ### 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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