Nestled in a beautiful setting, this self-contained cottage offers complete privacy with its own kitchen and separate entrance. The lounge features night storage heaters, a log-burning stove and flat screen satellite TV for cozy nights in.
Reviews
8.48.4 out of 10
Very good
Entire home
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4100 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor Space
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About this property
Morrone Cottage - Beautiful mountain cottage, large garden and wonderful views.
Beautiful self-contained cottage with separate entrance. Can either be rented separately for up to 4 guests, or can be rented together with the main house to provide extra accommodation for large parties in the main house while maintaining the complete privacy of one group. The cottage has its own kitchen, 4 single beds, lounge with night storage heaters and log-burning stove, flat screen satellite TV and DVD player and patio doors to the garden.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Parking on site
Kitchenette
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Electric kettle
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Bathtub
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shower
Soap
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Wood stove
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Garden
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming dogs only
One pet total (up to 55 lbs per pet)
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Location highlights
In the mountains
Things to do
Golf
Snow sports gear
Tennis
Fishing 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)
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
Rules
If you wish to bring more than one dog, please contact us at time of booking to discuss the dog type and size. The charge is £40 per dog per week.
Cars. We do not provide petrol, diesel or electricity for guests' vehicles.
If you charge an electric vehicle we shall charge £54.50 per charge.
Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 55 lbs per pet)
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
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
Property Registration Number AS00246F
About the neighborhood
Located in Ballater, this cottage is in the mountains. Balmoral Castle and Braemar Highland Games Centre are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Braemar Golf Club and Meall Odhar. Take an opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing. Visit our Ballater travel guide
Is Morrone Cottage - Beautiful mountain cottage, large garden and wonderful views. pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 55 lbs per pet.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Morrone Cottage - Beautiful mountain cottage, large garden and wonderful views.?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Morrone Cottage - Beautiful mountain cottage, large garden and wonderful views.?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Morrone Cottage - Beautiful mountain cottage, large garden and wonderful views. located?
Situated in the mountains, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Braemar Highland Games Centre, Braemar Golf Club, and Glenfiddich. Braemar Castle is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) away.
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Morrone Cottage - Beautiful mountain cottage, large garden and wonderful views. Reviews
Reviews
Very Good
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.
Had a fabulous few days at the cottage in Braemar.
The gardens of the cottage are lovely and were great when our grand children came to visit. Also good for our little dog, who could access all the grounds without the fear of him getting out.
The views are also beautiful!
The cottage was in a perfect location, just outside Braemar but close enough to walk. Well provisioned kitchen and very comfortable lounge area. Very quiet and private.
Nice cottage, good location, enjoyed our stay (2 adults). Fairly basic kitchen equipment (minimal mugs, glasses and crockery) and would have been very cosy for 4 people. Very hot towel rail right next to loo (which we couldn't switch off) and hot water was excessively hot. Parking on-site limited and relies on co-operation with occupants of adjacent house (car park 100m up the road with lots of space though).
We enjoyed our stay in Braemar. The cottage, which is an annex to Morrone House, is beautifully situated and has an enormous garden. Communication with the owner and with the chap who manages the property was clear and helpful. The inside of the house is very nice, the kitchen and bathroom are well equipped and there is plentiful furniture and storage space. I quite enjoyed the selection of books too. Its worth noting the the layout of the bedroom(s) upstairs is quite unusual. There is one proper bedroom at the end of a mezzanine floor, with the remaining beds located on what could be described as a large balcony. For us this was fine, but for two couples it could be a bit awkward. All in all, we enjoyed it and would come again.
Daniel M.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Verified
6/10 Okay
Rainer D.
6 September 2018
Great area to be, cottage okay
We have spent a week at “Morrone Cottage” with our two kids. The highlights of this cottage are definitely the large garden and the location, which allowed for a really lovely view and for starting excursions straightaway. When we arrived we were a bit surprised of the standard, the rooms, the beds and the extra fee for the power, because we had only seen the pictures and information of the “Morrone”-House at the website prior to booking (an experience we seem to share with other guests, judging by a previous review), which apparently really is of a high standard. However, after booking Anna has sent us a few files by email which we just haven´t read thoroughly enough, so we could have known – our fault. All in all we have spent a lovely time at Braemar and do not regret having stayed there.
Rainer D.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018
Verified
4/10 Poor
Ian S.
3 September 2018
Not what we hoped for.
Morrone Cottage has many excellent qualities - the position is great, within an easy walk of the village, and the view out to the hills over the garden is enchanting. Unfortunately we relied on the Owners Direct/HomeAway website description. This clearly states the property has two bedrooms. It does not. Two beds are in a separate room, the other two are on a landing/balcony area which is open to the living area and the occupants of the "real" bedroom have to go through it to reach the rest of the property (including the bathroom/toilet). Obviously there is no privacy possible. For our party of two adult couples, it was really not suitable and spoiled our stay. The sleeping areas are both under the roof with limited headroom and storage space.
While on the subject of the website description, it suggests that linen and towels are provided. Only by hovering your mouse over the entry, do you learn you have to request them - for an extra charge.
Some items of equipment were not present n the cottage when we arrived. In fairness they were provided very quickly when we raised the issue - but when the rental includes a hefty service charge, I have to ask why everything was not checked before we moved in?
The kitchen equipment is fine - the cooker is good (electric hob and double oven) and a serviceable microwave and toaster and double sink (one small) are there. The cooking area is quite cramped, though. There is a shortage of work surfaces for food preparation and little room for food storage unless you use the floor level cupboards in the lounge area - OK for us, but if you have difficulty bending this will cause problems. The fridge is small and inconveniently placed, but there is ample extra fridge (and freezer) space in an adjacent outbuilding. The dining table fitted us four comfortably. The lounge is double height, with a decent TV in the corner. The WiFi signal proved strong, fast and reliable.
Parking space is sufficient - you share the drive with Morrone House, and the same drive provides access to the next door property, so considerate parking is needed.
I am writing this review from another holiday rental property in Scotland. It is 30% cheaper, has double the space and has doors on each bedroom. Morrone Cottage just doesn't seem like good value, even allowing a premium for the Braemar area.
Ian S.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Beverley R.
3 August 2018
Great base for a walking holiday or relaxing
My husband and I had a lovely stay in Morrone Cottage . Very clean, light and comfortable. Great walking base with lots of walks just outside the door. Village within walking distance with everything you need. Near to Balmoral Castle and a wonderful drive across the Cairngorms to feed Reindeers just outside Avimore.
Beverley R.
Verified
8/10 Good
Bill T.
17 May 2018
Morrone Cottage
The Cottage is delightful and Braemar is a quiet village with an excellent restaurant (The Braemar Lodge). The Cottage was clean, the wood burning stove worked well and the WiFi was good. The Cottage sits in a pleasant garden and wass very quiet situated near the end of road.
We were surprised to have to pay for the cottage electricity, it is not covered by the rent but it was a reasonable cost. The Cottage has a mezzanine floor with a low roof which didn't suit my 6'2" height, (Banged head), The patio wouldn't lock so we kept valuables in our vehicle, although Braemar appears to be crime free.
There is a Coop for food and the fish and chip shop freshly cooks your order.
The 'HomeAway' adverts can be confusing. Pictures of Morrone House are used to illustrate Morrone Cottage as well (See picture attached to this review).
A very enjoyable break.
Bill T.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2018
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Jovana D.
24 August 2016
A perfect holiday home!
This is lovely house and I would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a peaceful escape in the Cairngorms. The house is spacious and comfortable: our family of four shared it with a couple of friends with more space to spare. It was spotless and well equipped. The garden is beautiful and HUGE, much to our boys' delight who could play football all day long. The location is also great, a short walk to the village and only few steps away from the stunning views of the Cairngorms and the river Dee. I look forward to our next stay!
Jovana D.
Archival
4/10 Poor
Claudia H.
18 August 2016
Hält nicht, was es verspricht
Die Kommunikation mit der Verwalterin zuvor war freundlich und hilfreich. Die Übergabe war denkbar unkompliziert, die Tür stand offen, der Schlüssel hing im Flur. Das Cottage liegt am Rande des Dorfes in einem großen Garten. Leider entsprach die weitere Wirklichkeit nicht der Beschreibung. Von Luxus konnte keine Rede sein, die Einrichtung ist schlicht und zweckmäßig. Die Sauberkeit ließ zu wünschen übrig. WLAN funktionierte nur an der Verbindungstür zum Haupthaus, selbst unsere Nachfrage erbrachte keine Abhilfe. Auf Einzelbetten waren wir eingestellt, nicht aber auf ein Durchgangszimmer als Schlafzimmer, was in der Beschreibung nirgendwo beschrieben war. Auch dass wir für Strom und Gas extra bezahlen sollten, war weder in der Beschreibung noch in der Kommunikation zuvor erwähnt worden. Für ein Familie mit 2 kleineren Kindern ggf. geeignet, wir würden sie unseren Freunden nicht weiterempfehlen.