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Speyside Cottage. Amazing views and tranquility. On the iconic Whisky Trail.

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Exterior
Interior
Fridge, oven, stovetop, dishwasher
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi
Property grounds

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 693 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
Ballindalloch, SCT
  • Knockando Woolmill
    7 min drive
  • Cardhu Distillery
    8 min drive
  • Cragganmore Distillery
    12 min drive
  • Inverness (INV)
    71 min drive

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About the area

Ballindalloch

A family-friendly stay in Ballindalloch awaits you at this holiday home. You'll be 4.4 km (2.7 mi) from Knockando Woolmill and 5 km (3.1 mi) from Cardhu Distillery. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and free WiFi. .You can enjoy Smart televisions with a DVD player, and home features a fireplace, a patio and a sofa bed. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a stovetop and a dishwasher. A living room, a fenced private garden and a TV are also available. .This pet-friendly holiday home offers a garden and barbecues. .Sights within a 15-minute drive of this Ballindalloch holiday home include Cairngorms National Park and Glenfarclas Distillery.
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What's nearby

  • Cardhu Distillery - 8 min drive
  • Glenfarclas Distillery - 8 min drive
  • Ballindalloch Castle - 10 min drive
  • Cragganmore Distillery - 12 min drive
  • Macallan Distillery - 15 min drive

Getting around

  • Keith and Dufftown Railway - 20 min drive
  • Inverness (INV) - 71 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Mash Tun - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Aberlour Distillery - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Fresh Coffee House & Bistro - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Old Pantry - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Byre Grazing - ‬13 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Speyside Cottage. Amazing views and tranquility. On the iconic Whisky Trail.


On The Whisky Trail. Outstanding open views over moorland, glen & mountain, perfect retreat and escape you wont forget!

Landscape to take your breath away! Glenarder is a beautiful Highland stone cottage set in 2 acres of stunning scenery. On The Whisky Trail. Views over moorland, glen & mountain, perfect retreat! On the iconic Malt Whisky Trail and 2km from The River Spey. Pictures cannot fully do justice!

Perfect for romantic get-aways, families, festivals, distilleries, walking, fishing, golf, beaches, castles, shopping & outdoor activities. Peaceful seclusion yet close to distilleries and resturants. Central base for touring with easy access to Inverness and Aberdeen airports.

The cottage is stocked with basic pantry staples such as tea, coffee, sugar, cookies, spices, oils etc. Lots of blankets, books and cozy cushions.

THE COTTAGE.
The interior has been recently fully renovated and designed by the owners who are in the fashion industry, the vibe is 'Modern Country' with attention to detail, comfort and function.

First and foremost Glenarder is a holiday home, a calming retreat, a place of rejuvenation and celebration ....therefore, the order of the day is comfort, warmth, minimum fuss and most importantly authentic to the Scottish Highland living experience. Glenarder Cottage offers you luxury accommodation and furnishings while giving you a relaxed style and warmth to the home environment - often not found in holiday rentals.

The cottage was renovated in 2015 -2017. The interior design is authentic to the Highlands and respectful of the cottage's character. It has been lovingly renovated and designed by ourselves, we come from a luxury fashion industry background and this is reflected in the selection of exceptional furnishings and finishes to make your stay special. Much thought has been put into anticipating your needs, providing warmth and comfort but also keeping it practical for holidays and Highland life.

We have selected pieces from our travels around the world as well as as many local products as possible such as lovely Johnston's of Elgin Chair and a highland door curtain using local tweed made only 2km from Glenarder.

The living spaces has been designed with groups in mind, providing two sitting areas which allows for everyone to have their own space (and TV if wanted). Enjoy our wood burning stove in the evenings.

Central to the cottage is the farmhouse kitchen, fantastic for entertaining, dinners round the table,. The kitchen and utility room has been designed by DeVol Kitchens, renowned for their -beautifully simple- handcrafted kitchens, an ode to Modern Farmhouse design. Adjacent to the kitchen is the arrival utility room with coat & shoe storage, washer/dryer. farmhouse sink.

The bathroom combines farmhouse modernity with soothing tones and textures. The bathroom features claw foot soaker tub and shower with beautiful artisan tiles and marble sink. Enjoy the selections of Made in Scotland selected by the owners for your enjoyment, fluffy towels and an a outstanding private view over the property and to the hills in the back. It's our 'mini Highland spa'.

Bedrooms feature #1 Super King bedroom (sleep 2); with a hand made bed, comfortable and luxurious. #2. Double bedroom with 2 double beds (sleep 2-4). #3 Library/bedroom with pull out sofa bed (very comfortable (2 children / 1 adult comfortably).
All the beds are luxuriously made up in exceptional linens and bedding to ensure great sleeps. Both upstairs bedrooms have front and back views.

The lounge features a wood burning fireplace, a large comfy Harris Tweed Couch and lovely views to the front of the property. Lots of cushions, blankets and books to curl up with.

Outside we have set up a lovely patio area complete with a outdoors fire pit, a bbq, picnic table and seating. We even provide the BBQ coals to get you started. The patio area enjoyes beautiful sunsets while the front of the house enjoys morning sun, perfect place for your morning coffee while you take in the views of Ben Rinnes and enjoy the wildlife of birds, roe deer and a few sheep grazing in the next feild.

Please see photo descriptions for further information about specifics and layout.

*Please review bedding and bedroom layout to make sure it works for you*

Property manager

Yvonne Mandel

Languages

English, German

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 9 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the sea
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Golf
  • Snow sports gear
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 20 lb per pet)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.
  • Note from host: Must be agreed prior booking. + 100.00 GBP

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadlock in all accommodation.

Property Registration Number 23/01717/STLHL

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property

Frequently asked questions

Does Speyside Cottage. Amazing views and tranquility. On the iconic Whisky Trail. have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

Is Speyside Cottage. Amazing views and tranquility. On the iconic Whisky Trail. family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a playground and a BBQ, as well as highchairs and children's books, it's no surprise that Speyside Cottage. Amazing views and tranquility. On the iconic Whisky Trail. is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Speyside Cottage. Amazing views and tranquility. On the iconic Whisky Trail.?

No, Speyside Cottage. Amazing views and tranquility. On the iconic Whisky Trail. does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Speyside Cottage. Amazing views and tranquility. On the iconic Whisky Trail.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Speyside Cottage. Amazing views and tranquility. On the iconic Whisky Trail. Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 22 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kay C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful and Relaxing
We had a wonderful stay at Speyside Cottage. It’s a wonderful location for peace and quiet. The cottage was clean and comfortable and the property is in a very serene and scenic location. Yvonne was a wonderful host.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Terrific stay in Speyside on the Whisky Trail
The property was delightful, and accurately described on-line. The check in and check out instructions were spot on. The house was very well equipped. The kitchen was quite adequate, the bedrooms were comfortable, and there was plenty of hot water for showers. The views were gorgeous! We all thoroughly enjoyed the quiet location and wished we had more time in our itinerary to stay there longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael T.

Liked: Cleanliness
A little getaway
A great place to stay that feels like home. The host makes you feel so welcome that it makes it easy to relax and enjoy. Has an incredible view of the countryside while enjoying a drink on the patio.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stan J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing!!!
There aren't enough stars to give this property. Hands down one of the best VRBOs we've stayed in, and we've stayed in quite a few. Communication with the host is excellent, and there are amazingly detailed instructions provided at the cottage itself. The location is as tranquil as can be achieved. Out in the middle of the countryside, with sheep all around. We scrapped an entire days worth of plans on one of the days we stayed, due to how beautiful the location was. We chose to simply sit outside that day and take in the beauty instead. The home is lovely, and it shows that they take great pride in it. Will absolutely stay here again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stunning Luxury home in the Highlands!!
Beautifully presented home, great rural location in the Highlands, picture perfect in every aspect!! Thank you!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Saadia A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Bliss in Ballindalloch Cottage
The house was charming and beautiful. The location was terrific for doing day trips to distilleries, castles and many other sites. Most mornings, we found lots of sheep right up against the inner fence - this was a personal highlight! Yvonne was a great host and I would recommend a stay at her amazing home!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

m. r.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice private house
Very nice cottage. Very quiet and a lovely 360 view. Perfect if you love the county site. Interior was cozy, the fire place was perfect. Beds were soft! Perfect The bbq is good, but a little rusty. Overall we were enthusiastic about the place. The best we stayed in.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa & Jim M., Arlington, Virginia, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!
We had a lovely stay in Yvonne’s picturesque cottage. No one but sheep around on this amazing property! She was super helpful with local recommendations including Distillery drivers. :) We would love to come back again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas H., Chattanooga, Tennessee

Liked: Cleanliness
Classic Scottish country cottage
This home is lovely. Very clean. Beautiful quiet countryside. Easy access to the Cairngorms. Coordinating with the host was extremely easy. Great spot for our family of 5 (all 3 children are young adults).
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

John B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our only regret was not staying longer!
Wonderful location, beautifully finished house with so many special touches. Kitchen had everything we needed and more, spices, oil, some coffee. We felt like we were at home and want to retire there! Yvonne was very accommodationg and quick to reply to any queations we had. We'd go back in a heart beat!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

2/10 Terrible

Tristan D.

Disliked: Cleanliness
So disappointing
We stayed here for Xmas eve and Xmas night and cooked dinner for our small family. The countryside and nearby towns are beautiful and the property is lovely. However, we feel compelled to rate at 1 star. It’s a shame this owner doesn’t seem to enjoy the experience of sharing her property. She provides copious pages of new rules the day before arrival (despite knowing we had been in a very long international transit) and another two booklets upon arrival contain further rules, as well as signs posted all over the house reminding you of what you can’t do just incase you couldn’t wade through the plethora of instructions already provided. For example, you are literally not allowed to use the kitchen sink incase of damage. A small plastic tub is provided as a substitute which doesn’t fit most pots and pans or oven trays in it to clean. As much as we are of course happy to respect someone else’s place and belongings, it really is impossible to read all the fine print and not end up upsetting the owner here unless you don’t wish to use the property for anything but sleep, and the feeling is generally unwelcoming and stressful. When we arrived, the house was freezing cold and the hot water not turned on, despite all the heating having timers and the cleaner having been there that day. Minimal firewood was provided and instructions to go back to town to get some, despite an entire barn of firewood next to the house. The accommodation was not as described, including on cleanliness, facilities, internet access etc. However, we got on with it, in the spirit of not complaining and enjoying Xmas and not bothering the owner at that time either. When we left, we were sent rude messages from the owner and charged an additional cleaning fee because the fridge and interior of the oven were dirty and we did not take the garbage bags to the outside bins, which are 150 metres from the property, in the pitch black and snow. It’s a bit much when it’s quite expensive and we had already paid a cleaning fee. Furthermore, when we tried to come up with a common sense and reasonable outcome for both us and the owner, we received personally insulting messages and no willingness to resolve the issue. I really wouldn’t bother with the risk of staying here and having your downtime compromised by the owner’s attitude to hospitality.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bernadette S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing home in beautiful speyside
We had such a great time visiting neighbouring towns, fishing on the Spey River with our guide, touring local whiskey distilleries and enjoying the amazing scenery! We would go back anytime! Thank you to our wonderful host!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Petra K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sfeervolle authentieke woning op oogverblindende lokatie
Waanzinnig mooi gelegen heel smaakvol authentiek stenen huis. Heel sfeervol, goed gevulde diverse boekenkast, mooie kunst. Heerlijk verblijf
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
A Taste of the Highlands
A delightful cottage - exactly as described. Equipped with everything you might need - binoculars, picnic basket, spices. We were delighted from the time we arrived until we left. Cows on the hillside, sheep in the meadow. My favorite memory of Scotland!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heather H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Highland Cottage
The setting was beautiful and quiet. The cottage was beautifully decorated and very comfortable with all we needed. The nearby villages were beautiful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrew W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Thank you
We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cat M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful House, Stunning Location
A lovely house in a stunning setting with a gorgeous garden. Couldn’t ask for more.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Colin McVeigh

Perfect isolation
This was a lovely cottage with an idyllic location, very homely and the owners were very generous in their acceptance of visitors and the facilities provided, would love to return and will do I the not so distant future

10/10 Excellent

Alice M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing weekend away
Glenarder cottage is very welcoming and beautiful. We just stayed a couple of nights but we enjoyed the peace and quite and wonderful views. Yvonne is really a great host and the property has everything you might need and even more. We definitely recommend it and we'll certainly come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

8/10 Good

Julius H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful house
Kitchen is amazing! We made fantastic meal’s thank to the complet equipment. Excellent place to start your Whisky Tour. We do recommend this place!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
scottish paradise
best cottage during our Scotland trip!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marielle W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Escape to the Highlands
Just wow. We will be back next year!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023