Title: Otakaro Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6193808&destination=Ballindalloch%2C+Scotland%2C+United+Kingdom&selected=96751993&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Otakaro ## Photo gallery for Otakaro ![Living area - Otakaro (Ballindalloch)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96760000/96752000/96751993/59dfc8a5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Otakaro (Ballindalloch)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96760000/96752000/96751993/4e83abb8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Otakaro (Ballindalloch)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96760000/96752000/96751993/0648b5c8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - Otakaro (Ballindalloch)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96760000/96752000/96751993/7c356bbf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Otakaro (Ballindalloch)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96760000/96752000/96751993/c967f936.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Otakaro provides a garden and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Otakaro Along with a garden, this smoke-free cottage has a picnic area and free self-parking. WiFi in public areas is free. The cottage features free WiFi and a washing machine, plus a kitchen with a fridge and a dishwasher. 2 bathrooms and a shower are among the other amenities available to guests. Housekeeping is not available. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Accommodation at this 3-star cottage has kitchens with fridges, kitchenware and utensils and dishwashers. Bathrooms include a shower. The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Free self parking on site - Limited on-site self parking - Onsite parking includes off-street options ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Refrigerator ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 2 private bathrooms - Shower ### Outdoor areas - Garden - Picnic area ### Laundry - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - No housekeeping service ### Things to do - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - 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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 and debit cards Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property 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. ## About the area Ballindalloch is home to this cottage. Drumin Castle and Corgarff Castle are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Cairngorms National Park and Loch Garten Osprey Centre. Snail Maze and Craig MacLean Leisure Centre are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails. 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