Title: Old school, cozy cottage for 7 Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=113631702&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Old school, cozy cottage for 7 Holiday 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) ![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) ![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) ![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) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Old school, cozy cottage for 7 provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathrooms1076 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Parking available - Barbecue grill - Pet-friendly - 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 transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Oven - Refrigerator - 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 - Smoke-free property ### 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. Sun porch & patio. Mountain views BRAEMAR - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi 9.4 Exceptional 38 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-30&endDate=2025-12-31&selected=33602460&PinnedHotelID=33602460&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 18 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-30&endDate=2025-12-31&selected=37463302&PinnedHotelID=37463302&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Rules 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 ### Pets Pets are 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 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 On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited 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 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 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. ### Property is also known as 362640 ## 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%7C57.09824%2C-3.15381&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=slL_Ex1dQZVjxyFg19PolFecnVI=) Aberdeenshire, Scotland #### What's nearby - Cairngorms National Park \- 1 min walk \- 0.0 miles - Balmoral Castle \- 19 min drive \- 8.4 miles - Lecht Ski Resort \- 20 min drive \- 11.7 miles - Braemar Castle \- 32 min drive \- 17.8 miles - Glenshee Ski Centre \- 51 min drive \- 31.0 miles #### Getting around - Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) - 82 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Keiller Lounge - ‬8 min drive - ‪The Balmoral Bar - ‬9 min drive - ‪Goodbrand & Ross Tearoom - ‬8 min drive - ‪Keiller Brasserie - ‬8 min drive - ‪brown sugar café - ‬10 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Old school, cozy cottage for 7 pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Old school, cozy cottage for 7? ### 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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