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Reviews of Fairdene Cottage

school lane, Ballater, AB35 5RJ, United Kingdom

#3 of 27 Holiday rentals in Ballater

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Review score

Based on 100 hotel reviews

9.2

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.4

  • Comfort

    9.3

  • Location

    9.8

  • Facilities

    9.2

  • Staff

    9.5

  • Value for money

    9.2

  • Free WiFi

    9.0

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  • Reviewed: 30 June 2024

    10
    Like a home away from home, so central to the village square only a short walk.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Holiday Home
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Absolutely nothing

    It was tranquil and very private with easy parking in a very quiet location

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 June 2024

    10
    Excellent value for money
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Holiday Home
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great location Excellent facilities Friendly welcome

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 May 2024

    8.0
    Thoroughly enjoyed Ballater
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Holiday Home
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    A visitor book would be nice to leave feedback

    Great location, perfect size for a couple, very quiet, lovely outside space with a great view

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 March 2024

    10
    A perfect cottage in a perfect location
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Holiday Home
    • Stayed 4 nights

    Fairdene Cottage was perfect. So adorable and comfortable. I was able to visit Balmoral and also the Ballater train station with a replica of Queen Victoria's train carriage. I loved everything about the cottage and its location.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 February 2024

    9.0
    COZY CLEAN COTTAGE
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Holiday Home
    • Stayed 2 nights

    BED A BIT HARD.

    GREAT LOCATION,COTTAGE WAS COZY AND CLEAN.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 February 2024

    9.0
    Really enjoyed our stay - cottage is small but very well equipped
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Holiday Home
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very cosy cottage close to village centre, shops and restaurants

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 February 2024

    9.0
    Great cosy cottage in walking distance of the hills
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Holiday Home
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Pros Definatly far outweigh 2 small cons but Small separate garden isn't fully enclosed but the outer one is so the dog can make a run for it but not too far. One too many air fresheners

    Great location and well equipped. Warm and cosy, with easy walks into the hills from the front door. Great communication from host and property was spotless and is clearly well looked after.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 February 2024

    10
    Enjoyable stay in a great location in a comfortable clean house
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Holiday Home
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great location

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 February 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Holiday Home
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Lovely little cottage with all you need. Fabulous location. Owner was very helpful and friendly.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 February 2024

    10
    Cosy and welcoming.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Holiday Home
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Not a thing.

    Perfect for two people and a small dog. Very central to amenities. Spotlessly clean.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 January 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Holiday Home
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Lovely cottage in a quiet residential street & a few minutes walk from shops, restaurants etc.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 January 2024

    10
    warm , comfortable, affordable, peaceful , walking distance to everything. PERFECT
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Holiday Home
    • Stayed 2 nights

    everthing was good value for money

    everything

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 January 2024

    9.0
    Had a great break everything you need on cottage happy place
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Holiday Home
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing to complain about

    Lovely little cottage in nice area close to everything will be straying again

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 December 2023

    10
    A great weekend away and can’t wait to do it again.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Holiday Home
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very central and nice small cottage, with everything you need for a getaway weekend. Friendly owners who were happy to help with things to to and see.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 1 October 2023

    9.0
    Fabulous location, clean and nicely presented.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Holiday Home
    • Stayed 4 nights

    It was a wee bit small, not a lot of room to relax in, or to have open suitcases to rummage in. The dining table and stools were a bit uncomfortable to sit at. Having said that, we honestly enjoyed the cottage, and the hosts were very pleasant. I’d recommend it for 1 or 2 people who want to be out and about a lot.

    We provided our own meals here. The cottage was lovely, clean and had everything we needed. It was close to the town centre, and to Balmoral Castle and lots of walks. We used it as a base to travel around the whole peninsular.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 27 September 2023

    10
    Compact comfortable place to rest - perfect
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Holiday Home
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Location great. The property is furnished with style, warm, quiet and the perfect place to rest after being out and about in this beautiful area.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 17 September 2023

    8.0
    Convenient and comfortable for my one night stopover. Pets being allowed made it a great choice
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Holiday Home
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The seating in Lounge/kitchen was not comfortable and tbh would only use them if a child size person however it’s the perfect place if you’re simply looking for a hot shower and comfy bed for a night or two. The kitchenette helps as you are able to make tea coffee light meal so that’s a great bonus. The location is fab as a base if those staying want quick access to the village and walks/exploring local area. The host was attentive and very welcoming.

    Very local to everything you need plus walks and exploring the local area/s.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 30 July 2023

    10
    Fabulous
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Holiday Home
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Comfort, decor, ease of entry.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 23 June 2023

    10
    Would fully recommend
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Holiday Home
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Bed only.Great location in Ballater.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 16 June 2023

    10
    Cosy, close and comfy!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Holiday Home
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great hosts, quick to respond. We travelled from Derbyshire for a wedding. We were fortunate enough to have a week of beautiful weather. We had the windows fully open in the property and was quiet during the day and throughout the night. You don’t see a lot of cars on the roads. The property is such great location, just a short stroll into the centre where you can find lots of good food options, bars and an amazing ice-cream shop. The butchers and fishmongers are one to visit too! There’s a great swimming spot in the river near the caravan site. All the locals are extremely friendly. Thank you for a great stay ❤️

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 3 June 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Holiday Home
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing.

    Location excellent. A real home from home - very comfortable. Great layout for quite a small property. Everything considered. Particularly like the outdoor space - great to have somewhere to sit as the weather was lovely.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 30 May 2023

    9.0
    Great wee place in Ballater
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Holiday Home
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Communication was excellent. The host was really helpful, giving advice on where to eat and about whether my 6'5" boyfriend would have enough headroom in the cottage - he did! The cottage was beautifully furnished and just like the pictures.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 18 May 2023

    10
    Cosy cottage in beautiful Ballater
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Holiday Home
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing!

    This cute, quaint cottage is ideally located to the centre of town, with shops and pubs very close at hand. Lisa and Martin were fantastic hosts and the cottage had everything to make our stay comfortable and cosy.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 17 May 2023

    10
    the proprietress was very welcoming!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Holiday Home
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    parking is a little tight but totally manageable.

    great little cottage with everything you need for a short or long stay. quiet area but still very walkable to town.

    Stayed in May 2023

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