Schoolhouse Ballater B&B

Schoolhouse Ballater B&B

$$$$|View on mapBallater, United Kingdom|
8.2
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Schoolhouse Ballater B&B
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Overview

Overlooking the mountain, Schoolhouse Ballater B&B is a 10-minute ride from McEwan Gallery. Located a few minutes' drive from Cairngorms National Park, this Ballater bed & breakfast invites its guests to enjoy snow skiing, hiking, and horse riding.

Location

The centre of Ballater can be reached in 10 minutes' walk of the property, and such cultural venues as The Ballater Gallery are merely 0.7 km away. Loch Muick is a stroll from the hotel, and Aberdeen airport is 65 km away. You can easily find Crathie Church around 10 minutes' drive from the accommodation.

Rooms

Furnished with soundproof windows, all rooms are equipped with a cable flat-screen TV along with an electric kettle. Also, they feature parquetry flooring. Bathrooms come with a separate toilet and a shower, along with hairdryers and bath sheets.

Eat & Drink

British cuisine is offered at Rothesay Rooms, situated not very far from this Ballater hotel.

Leisure & Business

Guests can enjoy a picnic area and a golf course for an extra charge.

Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 15:30-20:30
from 07:00-10:00
Amenities
Private parking is possible on site for free.
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Breakfast
The hotel Schoolhouse Ballater B&B provides visitors with a free full breakfast. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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Rooms and availability

Large Double or Twin Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    2 Single beds or 1 Queen-size bed
  • Mountain view
  • Shower
  • Heating
Superior Double or Twin Room Garden View
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
  • Garden view
  • Shower
  • Heating
Superior Double or Twin Room Mountain View
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
  • Mountain view
  • Shower
  • Heating

Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Free parking
Luggage storage
24-hour services
Food/ Drinks

Outdoor dining area

Picnic area/ Tables

TV

Flat-screen TV

Kitchen facilities

Electric kettle

Sports activities

Hiking

Cycling

Fishing

Horseback riding

Sports & Fitness

  • Skiing
  • Hiking
  • Horseback riding
  • Cycling
  • Golf course
  • Fishing

Services

  • Housekeeping
  • Tours/Ticket assistance

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Picnic area/ Tables

Children

  • Cots

Spa & Leisure

  • Garden area
  • Leisure/ TV room

Room view

  • Garden view
  • Mountain view

Room features

  • Sitting area
  • Garden furniture
  • Dining table

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV

Room decor

  • Parquet floor
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Essential information about Schoolhouse Ballater B&B

💵 Lowest room price 14502 INR
📏 Distance to centre 500 m
🗺️ Location rating 9.4
✈️ Distance to airport 63.0 km
🧳 Nearest airport Aberdeen, ABZ

Location

Address
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Ferndean, Anderson Road, Ballater, United Kingdom, AB35 5QW
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Ferndean, Anderson Road, Ballater, United Kingdom, AB35 5QW
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Restaurants
  • Hotels nearby
Number Forty Six
560 m
Restaurant
Chalmers Bakery Ltd
510 m

Reviews of Schoolhouse Ballater B&B

8.2 /10
Great57 reviews
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All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Location9.4
Facilities8.4
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  • A
    Ann
    United Kingdom
    Wrote a review on May 12
    Great
    8.0

    Set in a lovely area, offering a charming room with a garden view and a comfortable bed.

  • D
    David
    United Kingdom
    Wrote a review on May 11
    Great
    8.2

    We really enjoyed this old-style hotel. Overall it was large and beautiful with wood burning stove. The venue's location was INCREDIBLE, just off the restaurants and bars in Ballater, pubs, shops and restaurants, and bars.

  • L
    Leonard
    United Kingdom
    Wrote a review on May 09
    Perfect
    9.2

    The location was magnificent so close to everything.

  • J
    John
    United Kingdom
    Wrote a review on Mar 07
    Very good
    7.0

    This place is beautiful and conveniently located next to pubs, shops, restaurants, the riverside, town centre, and other attractions.

  • J
    Jim
    United Kingdom
    Wrote a review on Mar 05
    Perfect
    9.0

    Our stay was really enjoyable, greatly enjoyed delicious breakfasts.

    The unit we got was good sized with the bedroom, a garden view, for example.

  • A
    Alex
    United Kingdom
    Wrote a review on Mar 01
    Great
    8.2

    Great location! This place is super close to all the good stuff - bars, shops, and riverside. Plus, you can see the old Schoolhouse right nearby. 🌟.

  • P
    Peter
    United Kingdom
    Wrote a review on Feb 08
    Very good
    7.2

    This place was a great and scenic location for a relaxing stay, conveniently close to restaurants and bars.

  • A
    Antony
    United Kingdom
    Wrote a review on Jan 24
    Great
    8.2

    Great location! It's near the town center which is awesome. the breakfast here is really good and there's a lot of food to choose from. 🍳.

  • D
    Douglas
    United Kingdom
    Wrote a review on Dec 23
    Perfect
    9.4

    This place is in a quiet spot, not far from the town center. the breakfast was top-notch - lots to choose from and the food was delicious! 🍳

  • G
    Gillian
    United Kingdom
    Wrote a review on Dec 22
    Very good
    7.0

    Booked a superior king room with cosy duvets, the location was great near restaurants in a pretty nice area.

  • G
    Gareth
    United Kingdom
    Wrote a review on Dec 14
    Very good
    7.0

    Quiet and perfect location with free parking, would recommend.

  • G
    George
    United Kingdom
    Wrote a review on Dec 09
    Perfect
    9.0

    We had a lovely stay in this old school hotel. the property had an incredible location close to town center. - the food was fine and lovely!

  • B
    Brian
    United Kingdom
    Wrote a review on Nov 22
    Great
    8.0

    The rooms are spacious and lovely, with a cozy bedroom and a comfortable bed. the wood-burning stove added a comforting touch and made it feel like a home away from home. the location is fantastic, close to the bars in Ballater and near the town itself.

  • H
    Henry
    United Kingdom
    Wrote a review on Nov 21
    Perfect
    9.0

    The breakfast offered a variety of choices and the food was delicious; the location was ideal, just a short distance from the town center, restaurants, pubs, shops.

  • M
    Mark
    United Kingdom
    Wrote a review on Nov 19
    Perfect
    9.2

    The breakfast here was amazing and so tasty! They had such a variety of food to choose from 🍳.

FAQ about Schoolhouse Ballater B&B

Which attractions can we visit during our stay at the Schoolhouse Ballater B&B?
You can always visit Braehead of Tullich, placed 2.7 km from the Schoolhouse Ballater B&B. Another landmark that is worth your while is Crathie Church located nearly 10 minutes away by car.
What is the closest airport to Schoolhouse Ballater B&B hotel?
Aberdeen airport is located within a 56-minute drive (65 km) from Schoolhouse Ballater B&B hotel.
Is there free parking in the Schoolhouse Ballater B&B hotel?
Yes, the Schoolhouse Ballater B&B hotel offers guests to park their cars at parking spaces for free.
What are the recommended dining options during the stay at Schoolhouse Ballater B&B?
Guests of Schoolhouse Ballater B&B can dine just outside the property in a highly rated—9/10 according to reviews—bar The Balmoral Bar offering British cuisine.
What is check-in and check-out time at the bed & breakfast?
Guests of the bed & breakfast can check in from 15:30 to 20:30 and check out from 07:00.
What are the booking prices at the hotel?
The prices at the hotel start from $185.
What room types does the Schoolhouse Ballater B&B comprise?
The Schoolhouse Ballater B&B offers such room types as Large Room and Superior Room.
Which facilities are offered in the rooms of the Schoolhouse Ballater B&B hotel?
Most rooms at the Schoolhouse Ballater B&B hotel include a cable flat-screen TV and feature private bathrooms with a hairdryer and a shower. At the same time, all suites boast soundproof windows as well as a work desk.
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