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Charming Waterside Cottage in the heart of Speyside

Family-friendly stay with in-room kitchens in Ballindalloch

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Interior
TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Glenlivet, Scotland
  • Place, Glenlivet Distillery
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Ballindalloch Castle
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Glenfarclas Distillery
    ‪13 min drive‬

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About the area

Ballindalloch

On river.Stay at this Ballindalloch cottage and you'll be within 2 miles (3 km) of Glenlivet Distillery and 6 miles (10 km) of Tomintoul Distillery. Ballindalloch Castle is within 6 miles (10 km) and Glenfarclas Distillery is within 9 miles (15 km).
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What's nearby

  • Glenlivet Distillery - 2 min drive - 1.3 km
  • Ballindalloch Castle - 11 min drive - 9.9 km
  • Tomintoul Distillery - 12 min drive - 9.5 km
  • Glenfarclas Distillery - 13 min drive - 12.4 km
  • Cairngorms National Park - 18 min drive - 20.7 km

Getting around

  • Keith and Dufftown Railway - 21 min drive
  • Inverness (INV) - 80 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Delnashaugh Hotel Ballindalloch - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Croft Inn - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Old Fire Station Tea Room - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Ballindalloch Castle Golf Course - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Coffee Still - ‬16 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.

Charming Waterside Cottage in the heart of Speyside

Waterside Cottage (sleeps 6) is situated in the heart of Speyside and on the edge of the Cairngorm National Park. There are 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, an open plan kitchen/dining room, living room with sofa bed & handy boot room and utility space. Characterful features with beams and stonework plus underfloor heating and log burners for a cosy stay. From the rear garden you can enjoy views over the tranquil River Livet. Family friendly with travel cot & highchair. The cottage makes a great base to explore the beautiful Speyside and surrounding area. Walking distance to The Glenlivet whisky distillery and only a 15 minute drive to the Glenlivet bike trails. Within an hour you can reach the beautiful Moray coastline with its many beaches or be in the heart of the Cairngorms National Park with its stunning scenery and abundance of summer and winter activities. There is a petrol station, shop and restaurant just round the corner.

During this uncertain time of Covid-19, please be assured that we are taking extra care to thoroughly clean and disinfect the cottage for your stay. Our housekeeper continues to maintain a high standard of cleanliness, and in addition follow an enhanced cleaning protocol. This includes sanitising high-touch surfaces (light switches, doorknobs, cabinet handles, tv remotes, lock box etc.) and wearing protective gear to help prevent cross-contamination. We have also included a 24-hour buffer between check-ins as an extra measure. Cleaning supplies and disinfectant are available throughout your stay.

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing 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

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Charming Waterside Cottage in the heart of Speyside to the airport?

This cottage is 56.8 mi (80-min drive) away from the Inverness (INV) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Charming Waterside Cottage in the heart of Speyside have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

Does Charming Waterside Cottage in the heart of Speyside offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Charming Waterside Cottage in the heart of Speyside?

No, there is no casino at this cottage.

What time is check-in at Charming Waterside Cottage in the heart of Speyside?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Charming Waterside Cottage in the heart of Speyside?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does Charming Waterside Cottage in the heart of Speyside have a pool?

This cottage does not have a pool.

Does Charming Waterside Cottage in the heart of Speyside have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is Charming Waterside Cottage in the heart of Speyside to downtown Ballindalloch?

This cottage is 0.7 mi away from Glenlivet.

Charming Waterside Cottage in the heart of Speyside Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 35 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 35 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 35 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 35 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 35 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Sam L.

Liked: Cleanliness
This was a very good location with very nice surroundings. However there were several amenities that were listed but should have been removed off the list before it was listed - as some were important things that we were hoping to count on during our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Alexander B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

donna h.

Liked: Cleanliness

The cottage is quite lovely. Perfect for a small family

Quaint . Location is perfect for day trips around the highlands. Closest town, aberlour is quite lovely with restaurants, butcher, hardware store (where you can buy logs and kindling for warmth), cafe and a Coop for grocery shopping. Walkers shortbread factory is right outside the town proper!
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eda C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect

The cottage was so cozy and beautiful. We loved our holiday!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely cottage in speyside

It was a great stay for us. We did the dramathon, so a bit of a ride to the start, but it was such a lovely home. All the amenities taken care of, beautiful water view in the back garden. All communications and instructions were clear. It was so cozy, we loved our stay here.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kris C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Waterside Cottage

The location was lovely--complete with the sound of the river behind the cozy and inviting back garden. The house was charming, and was a wonderful place to relax after our day trips. Information on the surrounding area was so helpful, and inspired some wonderful walks.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ulf M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect cottage for Christmas

Very charming cottage in the highland, decorated with care and charm. Lovely hosts. We hope to come back soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect little cottage on the water

The Waterside Cottage was perfect for our time in the area - well appointed, cozy, and a great use of space. No complaints at all. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Paulene F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cosy cottage in lovely location

Very comfortable and clean and well equipped. Loved the area which was new to us
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brendyn D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfection!

My family of 4 adults stayed at this cottage, and were very pleased with every single aspect of it. Great location for the Northern Highlands, gorgeous garden, and informative host.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mari T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful!!

Great cottage! It had EVERYTHING we needed and wanted! Very clean and just adorable. Laura and Ben were very easy to get ahold of with any questions we may have had about our stay. Would highly recommend if staying in the Aberlour area.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

rachel J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing few days in a beautiful spot

We really enjoyed our stay in this very cosy cottage. The accommodation was very well equipped and clean. The hosts were very welcoming and responsive. The location and surrounding area is just beautiful. We enjoyed a lovely walk from the door to the Glenlivet Distillery, the bar was very welcoming and the soft drinks, coffee and whiskey were all great, so everyone was happy! We also drove out to Ben Rinnes on a beautiful sunny day and had a great walk up to the top, the views were spectacular. We also drove out to Aviemore and did a lovely walk to Loch an eilein. Unfortunately the Wi-fi in the cottage was poor, we didn't take OS maps with us, so it was really tricky to plan walking routes without the internet and the double bed really really needs upgrading. We will be back to Scotland next year, it never ever disappoints :)
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Zoe H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely stay by the water side

The cottage is in an idyllic location, we loved sitting in the back garden overlooking the river! The Packhorse bridge is just a few steps away and the Glenlivet Distillery is within easy walk as well as a lovely trail to Drumin Castle. The cottage itself is beautiful and well furnished, with comfy beds and sofas. We especially enjoyed the board games and magazines! Some fresh supplies in the kitchen (like milk) would be appreciated but everything else you might need was there. We had a great stay, its the perfect place for both relaxing in the cottage or exploring the highlands by car.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely cottage in Perfect Location.

It is a wonderful cottage in the middle of everything! We hiked, visited distilleries, and enjoyed great food. The hosts made excellent recommendations! We loved it!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katherine J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely weekend in a quaint cottage

It was a great location for the Dramathon and it had everything that you need for a lovely weekend away.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rachael H., St. Paul

Liked: Cleanliness

Charming cottage

So charming. Well equipped with everything we needed. Idyllic location. Enjoyed it so much and it was the perfect way to end two incredible weeks in Scotland.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful

The property was beautiful and thoughtfully stocked with everything you need, especially the kitchen. The area is beautiful, great walks from the cottage and a fabulous base for exploring further afield. I only wish we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Adam T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Easy Access to Spey and Dee

Great location for those venturing to River Spey and River Dee for salmon fishing
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Craig D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay

Would go again :)
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Myriam H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely cottage

Really clean, cosy and well appointed cottge. Only hiccup was getting two separate emails with different codes for the key box. Panic when the code given in the first email wasn't right! Also found the porch door difficult to unlock (door needed to be pulled very hard towards you first) - leading to more panic. Once we'd managed to get in we had a lovely time.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lauren F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic Riverside Stay

Lovely warm welcoming property and very homely! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Very central for all the usual family haunts (Landmark, Highland Wildlife Park, Aviemore etc) We especially loved falling asleep to the sound of the river & will miss it greatly! We have already recommended to whisky connoisseur friends. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

KAREN M.

Liked: Cleanliness

It was so lovely, clean, homely and "Scottish ". Perfect base for Cairngorms and Loch Ness etc

No problems at all both Laura and Helen were lovely to deal with
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Short break

Enjoyed ourselves.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

6/10 Okay

ENOLA 2.

Agréable cottage mais quelques points à améliorer.Pour la douche pas de pression et difficile à régler. Dangereux ! possible brûlures
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Joerg S., Maxhütte-Haidhof

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay in a cosy cottage

We had five fantastic days. Thanks for this nice and cosy cottage.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024