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Balmoral Estate

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Enjoy a break like no other in one of Balmoral’s rental cottages, each offering a unique blend of historical charm and modern comforts.

Connachat Cottage, Garbh Allt Shiel, Karim Cottage, Knocks Cottage, Milton of Braichlie Cottage, Rhebreck Lodge, Sterinbeg and Tigh Na Garaidh offer the unrivalled opportunity to enjoy the stunning Estate and Grounds in the comfort of your own boutique accommodation.

Please note that cottages are not available for rent for certain dates during the Royal Family’s visit.

Connachat Cottage

Connachat Cottage

Connachat Cottage offers a rich historical ambience, being one of the original buildings on the estate.

Garbh Allt Shiel

Garbh Allt Shiel

Built during the reign of Queen Victoria, Garbh Allt Shiel is a rustic, charming cottage in a quieter area of the estate, offering ultimate peace and privacy in surroundings that reflect the cottage’s storied heritage.

Karim Cottage

Karim Cottage

Built by Queen Victoria for Munshi Abdul Karim, her private secretary from India, Karim Cottage combines modern amenities with traditional charm.

Knocks Cottage

Knocks Cottage

Located on the South Deeside Road in close proximity to Ballater, Knocks Cottage provides an intimate and cosy atmosphere for authentic Scottish experience surrounded by Balmoral Estate woodland.

Milton of Braichlie Cottage

Milton of Braichlie Cottage

With an occupancy of six guests, handsome Milton of Braichlie is a spacious, traditional stone-built stay that enjoys picturesque views of the River Muick, near Ballater.

Rhebreck Lodge

Rhebreck Lodge

Rhebreck Lodge is set in a quiet location at Easter Balmoral and enjoys wonderful views across the valley towards Crathie Church and over the golf course. Guests can enjoy breathtaking views of the estate and surrounding hills.

Sterinbeg Cottage

Sterinbeg Cottage

Situated in a secluded location in Glen Muick, cosy Sterinbeg Cottage provides spacious accommodation set in a pretty garden.

Tigh Na Garaidh

Tigh Na Garaidh Cottage

Located in the Castle Gardens in a quiet setting, Tigh na Garaidh Cottage makes for the perfect home from home.

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Dog Friendly

The grounds and gardens at Balmoral make for the perfect dog walking trails for you and your pup, which is why our holiday cottages are completely dog-friendly. We kindly request that dogs are kept on a lead during your adventures and that you leave the gardens clean for other visitors to enjoy.


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Balmoral Castle is seen from a distance, surrounded by lush green fields and dense forests, framed by tree branches and moss-covered rocks in the foreground.