Holiday rentals with a fireplace in Ballater

Lovely situation yards from the seafront, well appointed bijou type of house, we had the type of stay we looked for and enjoyed our stay

One of my favorite AirBnB locations we’ve ever stayed in! The natural light and back windows looking out to the Cairngorms were stunning. Not only is this home beautifully designed, but it has everything you need and is just minutes away from walking and biking trails. We found it to be the perfect location to have as a home base for taking day trips throughout the Highlands.

Beautifully located house near Aberlour, about 40 minutes walk into the town for the nearest shops and pub so a car is recommended, although the walk is lovely. By car it's 10 minutes to Aberlour along a country lane. House was well equipped, modern, comfortable, clean and had great views of the surrounding farm and countryside. The farm shop was an added bonus with meat from the farm we enjoyed on a BBQ one evening. The host is extremely friendly and responded quickly in our conversations pre arrival. Perfect spot for a family or group of friends exploring Speyside. Thank you!

The cottage was lovely, the garden was beautiful, the location is amazing, Mountain views from nearly every window! Had everything we needed, beds were comfortable and having the fire kept us warm as toast. Shower was powerful and the bathroom is spacious. The WiFi is good and you do need pound coins for the electricity but the cabin is fairly efficient so don’t need loads. Sandra was there to let us in and answer any questions, great host ☺️ Overall comfortable, clean and a great place to stay ❤️

Our month long stay at Fortrenn was an unforgettable experience that left us feeling rejuvenated, inspired and in love with Scotland. The cottage itself is a charming blend of traditional Scottish architecture and modern amenities. It features cozy rooms adorned with local artwork and comfortable furnishings that made us feel instantly at home. The living area was particularly inviting, with a fireplace that added warmth and character to the space. The kitchen was well-equipped, allowing us to easily prepare our own meals. One of the highlights of Fortrenn was the master bedroom, which offered panoramic views of the loch. The bathroom was equally impressive, featuring a luxurious bathtub. The combination of stunning natural beauty, charming accommodations, and warm hospitality helped to create our perfect vacation. Fortrenn proved to be the ideal base from which to explore all that this remarkable region has to offer. We hope to be able to return one day soon!

We have stayed at Black Rocks several times and have never been dissapoined. Loren is lovely and very responsive. The village is very welcoming and we would highly recommend the Anchor Hotel for food and local atmosphere. A very special place, just perfect!

Georgina’s property is stunning with really beautiful decor and soft furnishings. The house is very spacious and works brilliantly with two families having two big bedrooms both with en-suites. The kitchen is wonderfully equipped with quality fixtures and fittings, we all enjoyed cooking in this lovely space! The drawing room is spacious and comfortable a sofa big enough for four is a rare find! Georgina’s personal touches with fresh flowers in the bedrooms and hallway was lovely, not to mention the fresh milk, bread, orange juice and shortbread /jams etc. Thank you Georgina for all your great recommendations and help we loved our time here and hope to be back!

Absolutely beautiful cottage in the heart of Dufftown. Close to everything and Forbes was always there if we had any questions or needed any recommendations.

Comfortable, clean, convenient for shops & local beautiful surrounding countryside. Some good cycling on quiet roads.

Perfect place and location for my 4 day stay. As a solo visitor I felt completely safe to walk around the area at any time. The cottage is very comfortable. Cheryl and her husband are friendly and welcoming. Highly recommended.

We had a lovely stay at Angela’s place. Easy parking, walkable to local pubs and grocery stores, and comfortable apartment. Would stay here again!

Great place to stay in the Cairngorms. Fully equipped kitchen for cooking meals. Amazing whisky corner which my husband greatly appreciated.

The Apartment in Highland Council was very nice and clean! There were also plenty of towels! The highlight was the beautiful, modern bathroom with the wonderful shower with a full enclosure door and a niche to place your shampoos, etc. Believe us when we say this is a plus in the UK! The water pressure and the hot water was also a plus. Again, this is not always the case in the UK! The apartment was quiet even though it is situated right by a road. The parking is by its back door/patio entrance which is by the market parking lot. We entered and exited from this door during our stay, and used the market parking near the back gate. The kitchen is adorable and functional, but it’s small. It has a very small refrigerator, so small amounts of groceries are best to buy if you’re cooking in. There were some staples available for use, a coffee maker and a kettle. The washer dryer was definitely a plus!

Really felt like a home away from home with enough warmth and everything you may need for a shorter or longer stay. Definitely recommended!

Second time we have stayed here. It's just perfect. Apart from being about 30 seconds from the beach, there was everything we needed. Despite being close to the beach and a play park it was really quiet when you were indoors Great walks up to Monifieth most days. Five minutes from the station and then seven minutes in to Dundee. Dawn was at the end of the phone or a text if we needed anything. We will definitely be back

Very clean, well appointed unit in a great location. Easy walk to shopping, restaurants, pubs and sights of Inverness. Availability of free nearby street parking is a great bonus.

Sam's place was perfect for our family. It was just like the pictures and better. The neighborhood was wonderfully quiet. The king beds (in 3 of the 4 rooms) were very comfortable and the amenities were as promised. We appreciated the ample parking and we had a member of our party with some limited mobility so the ramp to the backdoor was super helpful. Washer and dryer worked great. And the nibbles left for our arrival were very nice. Lastly, Sam was the PERFECT host. Amazing directions to the location and entry to the house, helpful tips, and recommendations with the kindest messages, checking in on us throughout our stay. We highly recommend. You won't be disappointed!

This was a beautiful and relaxing place-to open the windows or the doors and listen to the water splashing in the distance was so serene. Rachel was great to work with and easy to communicate with and always always responsive. I would definitely stay here again.

Great location, was ideal for us climbing munros. Had great views from the house. Was also very spacious.

It was a wonderful place to stay with great scenic views and a peaceful atmosphere . The hosts Alexandra and David were such great people which made the stay even more pleasant. Would definitely stay here again.

Marie was a great hostess and the house was amazing in great condition and very clean. The location is good and Marie assisted us with all the questions and had a full breakfast prepared for us.

Very comfortable house right in the heart of Newtonmore - was a perfect location for a family winter break. Lots of space with 2 lounges and generously sized bedrooms. Really well equipped with everything you could need in the kitchen in particular plus lots of games and books for the wet days (there were a few!). Off-street parking, nearby co-op shop and responsive hosts made for a stress free and enjoyable stay. We hope to be back!

What an amazing house and location. We have had a magical Christmas with everything we needed; walks, tennis, piano. The layout of the house and expansive living space suited us very well. The dog was as thrilled as her humans. The kitchen/dining room/glassware/crockery/cutlery are genuinely set up for a huge number which makes catering so much easier. As long as you don’t mind a short walk, Banchory is accessible by foot- you need a head torch in Winter! Definitely on the repeat list!

We visited for my partners 30th with ages ranging from 5yrs - 80yrs and what a weekend we had. The house had everything we needed and more. The games room and hot tub was a favourite for us all with many hours spent in both. Colin was a fantastic host, great communication and nothing was too much. We realised there were no darts for the dart board and Colin went out the same day to get us some. Cannot recommend this place enough or Colin for his hosting. Thank you again for a lovely stay - we are already talking about when to rebook for our next occasion.