Glen Muick, Ballater, AB35 5SP, United Kingdom
#8 of 31 Holiday rentals in Ballater
Guests' ChoiceBased on 71 hotel reviews
9.1Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.7
Location
9.6
Facilities
9.1
Staff
9.3
Value for money
9.1
Free WiFi
8.9
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Reviewed: 16 August 2024
Euan
United KingdomNothing. I cant honestly think of any improvements that could be made here. All bases were covered
perfect tranquil location within easy walking distance of lovely ballater. Dog friendly and good immediate local woodland walks. A great base if you want to sightsee, go walking or cycling on / off road. The hosts were very pleasant and the accommodation was very clean and well equipped. Also had a dishwasher which was nice. Parking was easy too with lots of space to do so. Price was really good for standard of accommodation
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 10 August 2024
Jill
United KingdomNothing I can say it was super
Very fresh and open
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 5 August 2024
Kim
United KingdomNothing.
Great location for hiking. Very clean, quiet and well equipped.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 3 July 2024
Kw19
United KingdomBeautiful spacious cottage in a great location. Perfect for a couple. Huge comfy bed with the BEST pillows! Lovely walk into Ballater. Lots of walks round about if you have a dog with you. Claire is a fantastic host, helpful and informative. Will definitely be back
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: 20 June 2024
Austin
United KingdomThe layout of the lounge kitchen
Close to fishing on the Dee, great restaurant - The Fish Shop
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 8 June 2024
Rosie
AustraliaOne or two quirky problems - bedside power points inaccessible behind heavy cupboards, only one tiny baking pan for the oven but otherwise very comfortable
A beautiful heritage property just outside Ballater
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 2 June 2024
Andrew
United KingdomVery well presented property in a beautiful and peaceful area, with very helpful hosts
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 4 April 2024
Penny
United KingdomNothing
Location perfect , lovely cosy little cottage.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 28 March 2024
Herring
United KingdomCottage was lovely and clean. Nicely placed just outside of town with everything you needed locally
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 7 February 2024
Lorenzo
United KingdomNothing - Everything was excellent
Great location just outside the centre of Ballater
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 2 January 2024
Mckay
United KingdomNothing
The property was clean and cosy. The dog loved sleeping next to the patio doors. It was about a 35 minute walk into Ballater. Used head torches at night.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 16 December 2023
Margaret
United KingdomNothing
Was nice and quiet, really clean. Nice and warm. Nice and spacious for 2 people
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 20 November 2023
Brodie
United KingdomNo complaints
Lovely location, Great property nice and cozy, host provided some essentials, faceless entry was nice.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 16 November 2023
Diane
United KingdomWe didn't expect as many properties close by, the neighbours were noisy early in the morning starting cars and dogs barking. But it is the country side so to be expected.
Property was lovely. Very well decorated and comfortable. The location was nice but neighbours a bit noisy early in the morning.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 8 October 2023
Patrick
United KingdomThe kitchen - no cooker hood and limited food storage.
The location, the bathroom and the quality of the toiletries, the bedding.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 21 September 2023
Caroline
United KingdomQuirky, comfortable, private and in a great location.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 13 September 2023
Jill
United KingdomGreat cottage, clean and modern. Lovely location.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 6 September 2023
Janet
United KingdomWe liked everything!
The cottage is beautiful; very clean and stylish. The bed is extremely large and comfortable. This was literally our best nights' sleep for a long time. Luxury white, fluffy towels were provided along with luxury bath and shower soaps. Our hosts were friendly and helpful. We had a relaxing stay whilst being close enough to walk to Ballter, cycle for miles and enjoy Braemar Games.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 29 July 2023
John
United KingdomThe ONLY thing was there was no electrical plug socket below the mirror in the bedroom which meant it was difficult to use the hair dryer!!
The location was ideal for our reason on coming to the area. We were visiting golf clubs in Banchory. Aboyne, Braemar and Ballater.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 12 July 2023
Sebastiaan
NetherlandsThe only thing I can think that I did not like, was the coffee machine. I would have preferred filter coffee. A minor thing though, and probably one of taste.
The cooking facilities were great. We like making meals ourselves and were surprised by the facilities. Plenty pots and pans, an oven and even a dishwasher!
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 7 July 2023
Julie
United KingdomClean, comfortable, well equipped for 2 people. Close to Ballater where there was a very good choice of places to eat. Lovely walks nearby.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 27 June 2023
Patrick
United KingdomThe clothes rack wasn't strong enough to hang our clothes, but there were plenty of big drawers
Peaceful location. Pleasant and helpful host. Everything provided even fresh eggs 😁
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 17 June 2023
Johnston
United Kingdomno complaints about the property at all.
lovely property which was furnished to a really good standard. comfy bed with quality linen and towels and a very relaxing living room / kitchen. nice touch in supplying coffee pods.
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 17 June 2023
Roderick
AustraliaWe couldn't fault the place, though the sloping ceilings in the bedroom could challenge taller visitors.
Located on a quiet rural property a few kilometers from Ballater, it is ideally located for exploring the upper Dee Valley and Cairngorms. The unit is modern, clean and well appointed with a fully equipped kitchen and living room downstaiirs and large bedroom and bathroom upstairs. The bed was very comfortable. Good wifi. Parking space right outside the front door. The owner gave us clear directions and check-in instructions and ensured our stay was trouble free.
Stayed in June 2023
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