Hillview

8 Strathdee cottages 52 Deebank Road, Ballater, AB35 5QT, United Kingdom – Excellent location – show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location – rated 9.6/10! <small>(score from <b>68</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
9.6
Scored 9.6
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
68 reviews

Perfect location and beautiful home. The back garden is amazing!

Marine France
a living room with a couch and a table and a kitchen at Hillview in Ballater
a living room with a couch and a table at Hillview in Ballater
a wooden deck with a table and chairs on it at Hillview in Ballater
a bedroom with a large bed with two night stands at Hillview in Ballater
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Hillview

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  • Entire home
  • 1173 ft² size
  • Mountain view
  • Garden
  • BBQ facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Bathtub
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Baggage storage

Hillview is a semi-detached holiday home with a barbecue, located in Ballater in the Grampian Region. The unit is 6.8 mi from Balmoral Castle. Free WiFi is provided throughout the property. The accommodations is equipped with a kitchen with built in fridge/freezer, microwave, oven, dishwasher and washing machine. Towels and bed linen are featured at Hillview. The holiday home offers free private parking on-site Bike hire is available at the property and the area is popular for skiing and golfing. Royal Lochnagar Distillery is 6.8 mi from Hillview, while Lecht ski & Multi activity center is 11 mi away. Guests can enjoy various activities in the surroundings, including horse riding and cycling. Aberdeen Airport is 33 mi from the property.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 full bed
Bedroom 2:
1 king bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.7
Facilities
9.8
Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.8
Value for money
9.6
Location
9.6
High score for Ballater
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  • Marine
    France France
    “Perfect location and beautiful home. The back garden is amazing!”
  • Angela
    United States of America United States of America
    “Outstanding location. Short walk to everything in the village. Phil was a great host. Talked us through everything, recommended restaurants and suggested activities. The property was so nice, super clean, very updated, off street parking,...”
  • Miller
    United States of America United States of America
    “Our stay at Hillside was exceptional! The place is immaculate, the accomodations and furnishings are beyond exceptional, in a very quiet area but close walk to everything. There is an outdoor patio to relax and enjoy, too. Phil is a character and...”

Host Info

9.7
9.7
Host Review Score
Host Review Score
Hillview is a recently modernised property with the best of facilities available. Inside the property there is an open plan living/dining/kitchen area with views to the front and rear of the property incorporating the nearby hills. Lovely view of the Craigendarroch hill from rear garden. The rear garden is well maintained and has a nice size Log Cabin with additional dining area along with a suite. A lock block patio and drying area are also just outside the rear door. A lockable shed to house bicycles or skis is also onsite. At the front of the property there is a private lock block driveway suitable for 3 cars. or Camper van Hillview is very central within Ballater. All the shops, restaurants and banks & ,bars are within 5 -10 minute walk from the property. Sporting activities such as golf, mountain biking, fishing, bowls or tennis are also within walking distance. There are several local walks surrounding Ballater and each one worth the journey. If skiing or snowboarding is your thing then Ballater is located 30 minutes from either Glenshee ski centre or the Lecht ski centre. Shooting & Fishing on local estates is only a short drive away and can be arranged if required...
Hillview is privately owned by Helen & Phil and also maintained by them at all costs. They take great pride in ensuring the customer enjoys there stay and willing to go the extra mile to ensure the customer has all the arrangements to make thier stay a great memory.
The location of Hillview is very central to Ballater. All the shops, restaurants and banks are within a 5 or 10 minute walk from the property. Sporting activities such as golf, mountain biking, fishing, bowls or tennis are also within walking distance. Local walks can be taken directly from the property.
Language spoken: English

Area info

Amenities of Hillview
Great facilities! Review score, 9.8

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not possible).
    Internet
    WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
    Kitchen
    • Refrigerator
    Bedroom
    • Alarm clock
    Bathroom
    • Toilet paper
    • Towels
    • Private Bathroom
    • Hairdryer
    • Bathtub
    • Shower
    Media & Technology
    • CD player
    • DVD player
    • TV
    Room Amenities
    • Ironing facilities
    • Iron
    Outdoors
    • Sun deck
    • BBQ facilities
    • Garden
    Common Areas
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    Spa
    • Beach chairs/Loungers
    Food & Drink
    • Tea/Coffee maker
    Activities
    • Ski rental on site
    • Mini golf
    • Cycling
      Off-site
    • Skiing
      Off-site
    • Fishing
      Off-site
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Tennis court
      Off-site
    Services & Extras
    • Wake-up service/Alarm clock
    Outdoor & View
    • Mountain view
    • View
    Front Desk Services
    • Baggage storage
    Entertainment & Family Services
    • Evening entertainment
    • Playground
    Miscellaneous
    • Smoke-free property
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Languages Spoken
    • English

    House rules

    Hillview takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM

    You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.

    Check-out

    Until 10:00 AM

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

    No age restriction

    There's no age requirement for check-in

    Mastercard Visa Cash is not accepted Hillview accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Parties

    Parties/events are not allowed

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    Please note the property cannot accept Amex cards.

    Please inform Hillview of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

    This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

    FAQs about Hillview

    • The prices at Hillview may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Hillview can accommodate this group size:

      • 4 guests

      For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • Yes, Hillview is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • Check-in at Hillview is from 4:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

    • Hillview offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Cycling
      • Playground
      • Skiing
      • Fishing
      • Tennis court
      • Mini golf
      • Golf course (within 2 miles)
      • Evening entertainment

    • Hillview has the following number of bedrooms:

      • 2 bedrooms

      For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • Hillview is 1,300 feet from the center of Ballater. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.