Exterior | Craigendarroch House, Ballater
Hot tub | Craigendarroch House, Ballater
House
Ballater
UK5874

Craigendarroch House

License or Registration number: AS00473P
  • Sleeps up to 12
  • 6 bedrooms
  • 5 bathrooms
  • Up to 2 pets allowed
Hot Tub
Luxury
Wifi

5

out of 5

Enjoy a holiday in your very own castle! Modelled on Balmoral Castle, this delightful house is spacious enough for all the family.
Ground Floor:
Living room: TV, Sky Movies, DVD Player, Open Fire
Dining room: Books
Kitchen: Breakfast Area, Electric Oven, Induction Hob, Aga, Microwave, Fridge, Dishwasher
Living room 2: TV, Sky Movies, Open Fire
Utility Room: Fridge/Freezer, Washing Machine
Living Room 3: TV, Wine Cooler
Wet Room: Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Super Kingsize (6ft) Bed, TV, Sky Movies, Dressing Room Ensuite: Bath, Cubicle Shower, Toilet
Bedroom 2: Kingsize (5ft) Bed, TV, Sky Movies
Bedroom 3: Kingsize (5ft) Bed, TV Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
Wet Room: Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
Second Floor:
Bedroom 4: Kingsize (5ft) Bed, TV
Bedroom 5: Kingsize (5ft) Bed, TV
Bedroom 6: 2 x Kingsize (5ft) Beds (Flexible Sleeping Only), TV, Sky Movies
Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Fuel for open fires available locally. Travel cot and highchair
Large, enclosed lawned garden with 2 summerhouses, garden furniture, bar with TV and karaoke, and gas BBQ. Hot tub. Bike store. Private parking for 5 cars. No smoking.
A romantic ‘castle’ in the heart of the Cairngorms; grandeur and cosy are hard to find together but Craigendarroch House combines the two with ease. In truth, a traditional Scottish baronial Villa modelled on Balmoral Castle, Craigandarroch House with turrets and tower was designed by the architect William Smith who also designed Balmoral, a short drive up along Royal Deeside. You’ll find Craigendarroch House traditionally and stylishly decorated with all the convenience of contemporary living for a comfortable family holiday. Every attention to detail has been made, with comfortable seating and dining in the delightful garden, luxury bed linen and towels and even indoor and outdoor bars. From the moment you come through the gates up the sweeping driveway you’ll appreciate the traditional Scottish architecture with the stunning backdrop of Craigendarroch Hill behind the house. Any sprightly visitors must make the effort to walk up and admire the views from the top – a strenuous but short (30-minute) climb.
Whilst the house has all the convenience of being central to the delightful and busy town of Ballater, it also provides total privacy inside and out. Ballater and the surrounding area has a wealth of restaurants and coffee shops, some within easy walking distance, with the benefit of having the Highlands right on your doorstop for exploring further.
The house is exceptionally well maintained, with six large bedrooms, two with en-suite bathrooms and three further family bathrooms, all with modern fittings and tastefully decorated. Full central heating throughout is extremely efficient – you will be lovely and cosy in winter and there is an open fire in drawing room. The home benefits from large rooms for all the family, but there are smaller rooms for a quiet game of chess or reading in the snug or conservatory. Overlooking the front garden, the drawing room is large and sunny with seating for whole family, ideal for relaxed entertaining with its large fireplace. There is also a formal oak panelled dining room with wall-to-wall books. There is an indoor bar with TV and wine/beer fridges, perfect for having a wee dram while watching Scotland win the rugby!
There is certainly plenty to explore in the stunning surrounding countryside with the glorious river and mountain landscape of Royal Deeside and the Cairngorms. A haven for outdoor enthusiasts, leisurely walks can be enjoyed along the banks of the river while the adventurous can tackle the region’s famous mountains. There are good opportunities for canoeing and mountain biking, as well as skiing at the Lecht and Glenshee Centres during the winter months. Golf is available in Ballater itself, as well as Braemar and Banchory. There are castles and gardens at Balmoral, Crathes and Craigievar which are all well worth a visit.
Slightly further afield, the coastal and whisky trails offer the chance to explore the area’s heritage through stunning scenery. In August and September, Highland games are prevalent in all the towns and villages throughout the region. Shop ¼ mile, pub and restaurant ½ mile.
EPC Rating = C

Awards

    Awarded for achieving an overall rating of 4.75 or higher

    Customers' Choice 2022, 2023, 2024

Features

Baby and Toddler Friendly
Barbecue
Cot Available
Customers' Choice
Cycle Store
Detached Property
Dishwasher
Enclosed Garden or Patio
Garden or Patio
Golf nearby
Highchair Available
Hot Tub Privacy - Private
Luxury
Open Fire or Woodburner
Parking - On Site
Pets Allowed
Pub Within 1 Mile
Shower Cubicle
Unique Cottages
Washing Machine
Welcome Pack
Wi-Fi
Woodburning Stove

Location

Good to know

Check in and check out times

  • Arrive after 15:00
  • Depart before 10:00

Pets

  • 2 pets allowed - charges apply

Car parking

  • On-site

What's included?

  • Wifi
  • Electricity
  • Bed linen
  • Towels

Smoking

  • No smoking, please

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