Craggan

Location: Craggan Bridge of Gairn, Ballater, gb

Star Rating: 9.9 Stars

Property Type: Bed and breakfasts

About this Property

Important Information

Policies

Check-in: 04:00 PM - 07:00 PM

Check-out: 11:00 AM

Amenities & Facilities

• Offsite parking discounted rates available
• Non-smoking rooms
• Terrace
• Luggage storage
• Ski storage
• Non-smoking throughout
• Private check-in/check-out
• Board games/puzzles
• Adult only
• Outdoor furniture
• Staff adhere to local safety protocols
• Guest rooms disinfected between stays
• Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
• Physical distancing rules followed
• Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
• Cashless payment available
• Fire extinguishers
• First aid kit available
• Sanitized tableware & silverware
• Invoice provided
• Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
• Smoke alarms
• Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
• Physical distancing in dining areas
• CCTV outside property
• Face masks for guests available
• 24-hour security
• Security alarm
• Ski storage
• Free wired internet
• Golfing on site
• Ski lessons on site
• Self parking (surcharge)
• Pool sun loungers
• Offsite parking discounted rates available
• Internet access
• Housekeeping on request
• Japanese garden
• Covered parking
• Fishing nearby
• Horse riding nearby
• Snow sports gear

Rooms Available

• Deluxe Double Room with Shower

  Featuring free toiletries and bathrobes, this double room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, a hairdryer and slippers. The spacious double room features a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, as well as garden views. The unit has 1 bed.

  Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower
  • TV
  • Hair dryer
  • Bathrobe
  • Refrigerator
  • Desk
  • Seating Area
  • Toilet
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating
  • Slippers
  • Satellite channels
  • Sofa
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Electric kettle
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Linen
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Clothes rack
  • Toilet paper
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Bottle of water
  • Chocolate or cookies
  • Trash cans
  • Wine glasses
  • Shampoo
  • Conditioner
  • Body soap
  • Shower cap
  • Socket near the bed
  • Adapter
  • Feather pillow
  • Smoke alarm
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Key access
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Hand sanitiser

• Deluxe Double Room with Shower

  The spacious double room provides a private entrance, a tea and coffee maker, a terrace with garden views as well as a private bathroom featuring a walk-in shower. The unit offers 1 bed.

  Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower
  • TV
  • Hair dryer
  • Bathrobe
  • Refrigerator
  • Desk
  • Seating Area
  • Toilet
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating
  • Slippers
  • Satellite channels
  • Private entrance
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Electric kettle
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Terrace
  • Linen
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Clothes rack
  • Toilet paper
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Bottle of water
  • Chocolate or cookies
  • Trash cans
  • Wine glasses
  • Shampoo
  • Conditioner
  • Body soap
  • Shower cap
  • Socket near the bed
  • Adapter
  • Feather pillow
  • Smoke alarm
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Key access
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Hand sanitiser

• Superior Double or Twin Room with Garden View

  Featuring free toiletries and bathrobes, this twin/double room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, a hairdryer and slippers. This twin/double room has a tea and coffee maker, flat-screen TV with streaming services, garden views, as well as chocolate for guests.

  Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower
  • TV
  • Hair dryer
  • Bathrobe
  • Refrigerator
  • Desk
  • Seating Area
  • Toilet
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating
  • Slippers
  • Satellite channels
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Electric kettle
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Linen
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Clothes rack
  • Toilet paper
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Bottle of water
  • Chocolate or cookies
  • Trash cans
  • Wine glasses
  • Shampoo
  • Conditioner
  • Body soap
  • Shower cap
  • Socket near the bed
  • Adapter
  • Feather pillow
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Key access
  • Hand sanitiser

Guest Reviews

• Kirsty (10/5): Wonderful. Will be back. - Extremely good stay in beautifully appointed accommodation. Very hospitable hosts. Breakfast to die for!
• Uwe (10/5): -
• Andrew (10/5): Maria and I loved this B&B - we felt welcomed in the second we arrived and would love to return. Thank you for makin - Everything - Martyn and Louise were wonderful. They went above and beyond to make everything perfect, going so far as to prepare an early breakfast for us simply because we had to leave early. The best breakfast we’ve had in a long time and a gorgeous room set overlooking a beautiful farm. Thank you so much!
• Kathrin (10/5): 5 Sterne BnB! - Dieses BnB ist ein Traum! Mitten in einem Herrenhaus hat man ein riesiges Schlafzimmer und ein super großes Bad. Es verbindet modernen Komfort mit schottischer Geschichte. Das Herzstück sind aber die Besitzer. Wir haben uns selten so herzlich empfangen und wohlgefühlt. Zur Begrüßung gab es auch erstmal selbstgebackenen Kuchen und das zieht sich durch! Das Frühstück ist nicht von dieser Welt. Es gab 8 unterschiedliche Kuchen, Obst, Joghurt und zusätzlich herzhaftes nach Wahl. Wir durften uns sogar etwas mitnehmen. Wenn ihr in der Umgebung seid, können wir diese Unterkunft nur empfehlen!
• Charlotte (10/5): Idyllisch en sfeervol verblijf - Prachtig huis gelegen op een idyllische locatie omringd door natuur en een adembenemend uitzicht. Een onwijs warm welkom door de eigenaren en hun vrolijke hond. Kamers waren ruim en sfeervol aangekleed. Het ontbijt was fenomenaal met huisgemaakte lekkernijen en vers fruit. Zeker een aanrader.
• loukia (10/5): -
• Barbara (10/5): Don’t think twice and book it before someone else does! - Everything! Lovely house, room with a view, amazing breakfast and welcoming hosts, it was perfect
• Martin Wiles (10/5): - This place is just superb. From the moment we were met by Martyn through to our departure, was simply perfect. The building and rooms are great, so much attention to detail and everything a visitor needs, the extra cakes and shortbread in the rooms were gorgeous. Breakfast choice and quality was beyond 5 star hotel standard and throughout our stay Martyn and Louise were helpful, friendly and genuinely nice people. We will be going back to the Cairngorms and will 100% go back to Graggan.
• Meghan (10/5): Excellent location on the outskirts of town with attentive hosts and wonderful facilities. - Martyn and Louise run an excellent B&B. The size of the rooms and bathrooms are ample with every detail thought of! I traveled with my parents so we have two rooms and both were picture perfect. Breakfast was excellent with an array of cakes made by Louise you can’t even imagine! WiFi was a bit slow but I think it was a network wide issue that evening. Only thing it impacted was my ability to check in with work and I should have taken that as a sign!!
• Lea anne (10/5): A cracking wee B&B! - Cosy and homely property which was remote but easy access to Ballater with a half hour walk or a few minutes by car. A 10 minute drive to Balmoral/Crathiie and other areas of interest. Breakfasts were fresh and delicious with lots of choice. Martyn and Louise were wonderful hosts and have thought of everything to make your stay a pleasure. Probably the best B&B We have ever stayed in. The most stunning area. Would recommend and not hesitate to return. Nothing not to like!
• Sarah (10/5): Exceptional, in all areas thank you. - Beautiful location and accommodation. Exceptional attention to detail. Wonderful hosts Louise and Martyn. The best breakfast I’ve ever had. I would highly recommend anyone to stay here. We will return! Having to come home !
• anne (9/5): -
• Verena (10/5): Außergewöhnliches B&B im Winterwunderland - Martyn und Louise haben unseren Aufenthalt in ihrem wunderschönen Heim zu etwas ganz Besonderem gemacht. Die Unterkunft samt Ausstattung und ihre Lage waren unschlagbar. Wir kommen auf alle Fälle wieder :) Nichts.
• Stefan (10/5): The best B&B we have had so far. Just unforgettable. - It starts with its great location outside, but close to Ballater, offering a marvellous view. The house interior is very nice and cosy, the suite was spacious and offered all amenities we have been looking for. The biggest assets are nevertheless Louise and Martyn; they have provided a generous and relaxed hospitality we haven’t encountered before in any B&B. And Louise, I have to mention that, is an excellent chef with a great breakfast and dinner experience. Everything was fantastic there.
• Václav (10/5): -
• Faith (10/5): - Everything. The bed. The duvet. The attention to details. The hospitality. The breakfast. Best we have stayed in Scotland None
• Natalie (10/5): -
• Alexandre (10/5): Excelente - Adoramos tudo!!! Os anfitriões são excelentes!!!
• Nicole (10/5): We absolutely loved our stay and hope to return one day. - Warm, cosy, clean and welcoming. Martyn and Louise are exceptional hosts! Craggan is a credit to them! The bed and sofa were too soft.
• Agnes Et Bruno (9/5): Très beau lieu - La décoration et les petits déjeuners incroyables Il ne faisait pas chaud dans la chambre
• Haleh (9/5): -
• Josef (10/5): Fantastisches B&B - Alles! Gastgeber mit Herz und Seele Nichts
• Jason (10/5): Perfection!! We can’t wait to return - Everything was and is perfect. Martin and Louise’ hospitality truly made for an exceptional stay. From their warm and welcoming charm, to their personal touches as we celebrated our engagement which happened during our stay at Craggan. The views and location are second to none, food and comfort along with amenities - we couldn’t have asked for more. It was a spot of heaven we were sad to leave
• Muge (9/5): An excellent gateway! - In the middle of nowhere, there was a perfect sense of peace… The room facilities were excellent, the bed and room were spacious, the bathroom was spotless, and the warm welcome made everything even better. But the best part of all was the breakfast — I can still taste everything I ate! Thank you for everything :)
• Julie (10/5): Just wish we could have stayed longer, the perfect place to unwind. - We stayed at 17 properties on our UK trip and this was our absolute favourite by far. A beautiful couple with a very cosy, welcoming home. Our room was immaculate and our bed was like sleeping in a big marshmallow. The bathroom was big and everything was perfect, right down to the freshly baked lemon drizzle cake to go with our cuppa ☺️ Breakfast was delicious and more baking was offered to us for our journey ahead. Thank you so much for having us, your home is beautiful ❤️
• Erwin R (10/5): Everything you wish for and than some! - Everything was taken care of in great detail. Room was spacious, bed was super comfortable, bathroom was superb with a beautifully designed and spacious walkin shower and everything was thought off. The hosts are super people and we will come back if we travel back to Scotland again. I was a bit under the weather and Matthew offered me a very nice glass of smooth local whiskey. It was soothing to the throat and made me sleep well. Breakfast was exactly what we like (continental and light with fruit, yoghurt and croissants) but other guests were enjoying a superb choice of heartier breakfast fare. Everything was GREAT!
• Josey (10/5): Magical - Everything Nothing
• Jayne (9/5): Relaxing, cared for and very hospitable. Superb place to stay near the town and Balmoral - Views and setting excellent. Quiet at night, no traffic. Spacious comfortable room. As we were two ladies our hosts offered us two single duvets as the bed was king size so that was helpful. Breakfast excellent. No space in bathroom to put toiletries bag except floor. Need a stand or shelf near basin preferably.
• Peter (10/5): - Absolutely fantastic place to stay. Can’t recommend enough! Everything - the breakfast was fabulous, the rooms brilliant and the hosts were lovely people
• Reto (10/5): Simply perfect! The next time we travel to the Highlands, we'll stay at Craggan again. - It's a lovely house with tastefully decorated rooms. Breakfast was delicious everyday! Louise's cakes are absolutely amazing! Martyn and Louise are the perfect hosts. Not to mention Monty, the bravest guard dog around—unless he's sleeping on his back. ;-) There is only one downside. If you stay at the Craggan at the start of your vacation, no other bed and breakfast will compare, and you'll always look back fondly on your time there.
• Leon (9/5): Country Charm with a lux feel. - The host Martyn and Louise went above and beyond to ensure we had a lovely 2 night stay at the BnB. The host provided a perfect balance of privacy and engagement to make the stay a very memorable one. Nothing
• Jorge (10/5): - Anfitriones majísimos. Habitación super equipada y cómoda. Desayuno espectacular.
• johannes (10/5): A fairy tale - There are days things happen to you that are totally unexpected. We spent the last night of our extended trip through Scotland in an extraordinary place just outside Ballatar: CRAGGAN. Calling it a boutique hotel would be an understatement. The CRAGGAN is run by a wonderfully kind couple. Our room was large, the best mattress we slept on in Scotland, superb pillows, a great bathroom and a view on hilly meadows with pheasants, rabbits and hawks. Breakfast makes the Ritz-Carlton jealous. If you have the opportunity to enjoy the hospitality of Craggan, grasp it: it has only three rooms
• Toni (9/5): -
• Todd (10/5): An amazing, beautiful place to stay and even more amazing breakfasts! - It was a very peaceful location with ample room to relax and explore. The breakfast prepared each day (both fruit/ pastry/ fresh bakes) and hot breakfast was the best we have had in 35 years of traveling around the world. The gracious hosts accommodated all our needs!We wished we had booked for more than three days to enjoy the property and surrounding area.
• Jane (10/5): Perfect stay.wish it had been longer - Charming hosts. Attention to detail. Very comfortable accommodation. Delicious breakfast. Wonderful location. An all round delight. Nothing
• Getuta (10/5): - Excellent location, the owners were very welcoming and kind, the conditions offered exceeded our expectations. Thank you for your hospitality and we will return whenever we have the chance. It doesn't exist, I didn't like it.
• Ian (10/5): Martyn and Louise are exceptional hosts who not only take great care and pride in making guests welcome and comfortable, - Location, beautifully appointed and exceptional outlook. The breakfasts were outstanding, with host freshly bak ed cakes daily that were amazing. Louise is passionate about her food. The room was spacious, bright and exquisitely appointed. Nothing comes to mind. /
• robert (10/5): First class and excel attention to detail -
• ALLISON (10/5): 2 nights stay - A peaceful setting in a beautiful house. Friendly hosts and a lovely comfortable bedroom (Lochnagar) and great tasty breakfasts. Close to Balmoral Castle and the lovely village of Ballater. We would definitely recommend this luxurious B & B and enjoyed our 2 night stay very much.
• Kathryn (10/5): Perfection - Beautiful location Interior stunning Nothing
• Anne (10/5): Tolle Unterkunft mit viel Liebe zum Detail eingerichtet - Wunderschön eingerichtetes Haus, etwas außerhalb. Sensationelles Frühstück
• Bernd (10/5): Die Bewertungen passen. Einzigartig, phantastisch - Unglaublich gastfreundlich und herzlich. Wunderschönes, sehr geräumiges Zimmer, zauberhaft stimmige Ausstattung. Extrem ruhige Lage. Tolle Wandermöglichkeiten (und die Royals) in der Nähe. Das Frühstück sucht seinesgleichen. Wir waren und sind begeistert.
• Bart (9/5): -
• Charles (10/5): excellent stay, will definitely stop here again when passing, highly recommend it - The property is set back from the road in a very rural location, the decorative order is excellent, room was full of character and the beds were nice and comfortable. The hosts were attentive and the breakfast was fantastic nothing
• Lorraine (10/5): A little touch of luxury for a fair price ! - Very stylish accommodation, .beautifully decorated. The bedroom was spacious and spotlessly clean and the bed was large and very comfortable. The bathroom and the shower were also a good size..Bath robes and slippers were provided as well. There was a very good seldction of teas and coffee as well as lovely biscuits, homemade shortbread and delicious cake provided too.The hosts were very accommodating and the views stunning.! We enjoyed a very substantial breakfast with lots of choice ! It really was delicious. I would definitely recommend staying at Craggan if you are visiting Royal Deeside! There was nothing we did not like !
• Aqsa (10/5): -
• Jan (10/5): Super aardige en zorgzame gastheer en gastvrouw - Prachtige grote kamer met mooi uitzicht. Heerlijke badkamer Niets
• Florian (10/5): Ein absoluter Geheimtipp und kulinarischer Genuss! - Die Unterkunft ist großartig. Wir hatten das beste Frühstück der Welt und ein wunderbar britisches Ambiente in ruhiger ländlicher Lage. Die Gastgeber sind herzlich und die Zimmer gemütlich. Einfach super! Eigentlich nichts. Ein Feuermelder im Zimmer wäre aber sicher gut.
• Lee (10/5): Beautiful setting and wonderful hosts - Lovely welcoming couple, large and comfortable room and food was excellent Nothing
• Barry (10/5): Exceptional from start to finish. Best Luxury B&B we’ve been to & Owners are such lovely people - Everything. Beautiful location. Quiet & Peaceful location. Well presented & maintained. Clean & Tidy. Comfy spacious room with seating, large bed. Beautifully decorated. Nothing
• Jemma (10/5): Exceptional place to stay. - Everything. The hosts were very generous. Our room was very spacious and the bed was super comfy. The food was exceptional and the location is beautiful with spectacular mountain views. Nothing.
• Sharon (10/5): Craggan was a dream bed and breakfast. - Our host was very friendly, helpful and available to answer questions about the area. Breakfast was outstanding, including made to order entrees and a delicious buffet of fruits, yogurt, and homemade breads and pastries. The room was beautifully appointed, large and comfortable. Robes and slippers were available for use. The bathroom was large and exceptionally clean. The property was peaceful and beautiful. There was nothing not to like.
• Jacqui (10/5): Amazing B&B a definite must if you are in the area! - Amazing hosts in a beautiful house, they had thought of everything for guest comfort and experience. Nothing.
• Michael (10/5): An amazing place in an idyllic setting - Had a truly wonderful stay at Craggan. A beautiful house in an idyllic setting. The breakfasts were superb and the room was delightful. Could not have asked for anything more. Martin and Louise were fantastic hosts, we will miss the home cooked cakes!. Thank you so much. Nothing to dislike
• Caroline (10/5): Amazing place & amazing hosts! - Martyn and Louise were wonderful hosts! They really couldn't do enough for us and we felt like we were being welcomed into their home rather than a B&B. Genuinely a lovely couple and their love for hosting is obvious in all the little extra touches. The house is absolutely stunning and we couldnt have asked for anything more from our room. Super comfy bed, fantastic views, plush furnishings, freshly baked cakes, room made up every morning, the list could go on!!! Breakfast was cooked to perfection and every one of Louise's home baked cakes were delicious! (there are even little boxes so you can take away one of your favourites!) Martyn was the perfect breakfast host and always had a smile and time for a chat in the morning. We could not fault one thing about our stay and would definitely recommend to anyone. If we're back in Ballater we will 100% be returning to Craggan! thank you to both of you for making our stay so lovely. Caz & Dave x That we couldn't stay longer!!!
• Kate (10/5): Exceptional -
• Carol (10/5): Perfect - We were given a warm welcome, lovely home cooking and a beautiful room. The position and views were outstanding. Nothing
• Ana (10/5): Stunning Luxury B&B! - Craggan Luxury Bed and Breakfast is simply stunning! 😍 Starting with the nice warm welcome from the hosts, showing everything around,leading us to our room. The Balmoral room was just beautiful. We had a lovely slices of cake just recently baked as a welcoming into the room. Every detail in that room was absolutely amazing. Breathtaking views. Our bed time was so comfortable with a king size bed and our sleeping time was very peaceful. Breakfast was delicious, cooked by Martyn and Louise. A display of nice selection of fruit, bread and cakes. Followed by a hot meal of our choice. Martyn was so attentive, serving breakfast and making sure that everyone was happy with their meals. It was just perfect! 🌷 My partner and I loved everything about this place.
• Julie (10/5): Beautiful home with two lovely hosts. - Wonderful breakfast and location was beautiful Loved everything about this accommodation.
• Stephen (10/5): The best guest house experience! - Lovely location, very friendly hosts, excellent facilities and superb food! Nothing
• Colin (9/5): Very friendly and helpful hosts, extremely comfortable, great location and just all round wonderful. - Incredibly friendly hosts, who are very proud of their place and what they offer. Also extremely helpful. I had a problem with my bike (I travel with) and the host went to great lengths to assist me mechanically with the repairing the issue. Not to mention how comfortable and spacious the room was, amazing breakfast, and the setting/location. All round wonderful. Nothing really
• Peter (10/5): Exceptional - A house where you feel completely at home. The service was excellent, always attentive and unobtrusive. On the terrace, you can enjoy the view and also watch pheasants. The room and bathroom were spacious. And the host even arranged a reservation at a fully booked restaurant. Thank you.
• Kurt (10/5): We enjoyed our stay so much. The entire experience was amazing and we will definitely stay here again! - Excellent breakfast, wonderful room and peaceful surroundings!
• Steve (10/5): A true ‘Gem in the Glen’..! - Martin and Louise are lovely hosts. They are passionate about ‘doing it right’ - and certainly went the extra mile to make our (too short a) stay a memorable one. Our room was great. Very large, and well appointed with a super comfy bed and lovely white linen. Breakfast was super and the ‘take a piece with you’ home baking was lovely touch. We defiantly hope to visit again. Thanks Steve and Julie. Nothing
• Erildas (10/5): Exceptional -
• Pagona (10/5): Exceptional -
• Vilde (10/5): Peaceful and relaxing stay - The location was beautiful and calm just a 5 minute drive from the charming town, Ballater. The hosts were warm and welcomming people that made the stay very comfortable. The breakfasts were amazing and the room was large and very cozy. We had a fantastic couple of days here.
• Kevin (10/5): Exceptional -
• Markus (10/5): Incredibly friendly hosts, outstanding breakfast and great hospitality -
• Gregory (10/5): Exceptional -
• Loes (10/5): All you’ll ever need and more - Loved the house, the views, the quiet surroundings, the fresh baked local foods, the beautifully decorated rooms, comfortable beds, and of course hosts Martyn, Louis and their dog Monty. Super high level service, all you’ll ever need and more. -
• Bas (10/5): Wonderful. - We stayed at Craggan for two nights, and the whole stay was just wonderful. The reception by Martyn was very warm, friendly and welcoming, the room was beautiful and very comfortable, and Louise's cooking was truly exceptional. All in all this was just a very pleasant stay for which we are very grateful. Located in the heart of Cairngorms there is plenty to do as well (we went for hiking, but just as easily we could have visited Balmoral castle for instance, or we could just have relaxed in the beautiful countryside), and Ballater has plenty of good options for dinner. We found our hosts extremely helpful, and they went out of their way to make our stay as pleasant as they could. Louise's cooking is reason enough in itself to stay at this place, but truly the whole experience was just wonderful. Highly recommended! I really cannot think of anything.
• Kate (10/5): Lovely place to stay for our last night in Scotland! Lovely large room with all the amenities- even lemon cake on arriva - Gorgeous property, great location, lovely comfy room with a lovely view and amenities, friendly hosts, incredible breakfast and very calming place to be! Nothing it was great!!!
• Martin (10/5): A real paradise on earth :-)) - Comfort, Style, Quality and Hospitality.
• Mikkel (10/5): Exceptional - Allround fantastic
• Ashlea (10/5): A true gem! Would come back in a heartbeat. - Everything! The location is fantastic, stunning mountain views. Close to the local villages and very close to Balmoral Castle. The house is very beautiful and felt like home away from home. The room itself was perfect and had everything we needed and more! The hosts are really lovely people who cannot do enough to make you feel relaxed and comfortable. The little extras in the room are so thoughtful. We felt like royalty. They have clearly put so much love and hard work into the property. Breakfast was outstanding and there is so much choice. The baked goods were also very much appreciated and delicious! Couldn’t recommend enough. A true gem. Nothing at all - it’s worth every penny.
• Claire (10/5): Exceptional Craggan stay. - Martyn and Louise were exceptional hosts. Breakfast was amazing and lovely treats in the room too. Fabulous views and a beautiful house. Beds were very firm and our preference is for softer beds.
• Ashley (10/5): NIce location and great B&B - The property was in an excellent location and the faclities were very good. The hosts were warm and welcoming and my wife and I had a lovely visit Entrance gate to the property is a bit narrow so be careful when driving in !
• Ashley (10/5): Exceptional -
• Catherine (10/5): Shh, don’t tell everyone it’s 11/10! - The room was exceptionally comfortable especially the bed. Wonderful views too. The shower was great and the lovely surprise cake left for our arrival was much appreciated. There was a huge choice for breakfast and I must say the porridge was the best I’ve ever had! There’s a huge choice of walks close by and many places to visit. Nothing. It was 11/10!
• Laurence (10/5): We enjoyed our visit, the graciousness of our hosts, and hope to return again. - The property is in excellent condition, has lovely well-tended grounds, is quiet but not isolated, and boasts excellent views. Breakfast was spectacular. Enjoyed everything.
• Rona (10/5): A true GEM. - This place is amazing. A true GEM. The rooms and breakfast were 5 star. A must stop on your Scottish vacation. Not one thing.
• Homaira (10/5): Perfect for a stay in the Cairngorms - Wonderful location, rooms, hosts, breakfast and lots of small touches to make our stay special. Absolutely one of the best B&Bs we have ever stayed in. nothing
• Jacqui (10/5): Unbelievable. Would highly recommend staying here. - Everything. The rooms were beautiful, clean and comfortable. Martin and Louise are exceptional hosts. The breakfasts were unbelievable. And of course Monty the dog made it even better. Nothing it’s perfect
• Michele (10/5): Best stay - Everything
• Danny (10/5): Fantastic - Fantastic property, Louise and Martin are lovely hosts, attention to detail was amazing , will definitely return Nothing
• Amy (10/5): A classic B&B, beautiful views, amazing food, and so many special touches sets this place apart. - Oh my goodness... is this place SO cool!! Room was huge, bathroom was huge and spotless, views are stunning, the couple that runs it are so friendly and this place goes the extra mile. Louise bakes exceptionally well, and if you are gluten free let them know because she will blow you away. Lemon cakes, blueberry muffins and blueberry lemon bread were some of the gluten free treats I had while staying. Fresh, home baked. The breakfast was outstanding... so many other home baked goods. Our second morning we just got a couple eggs for hot breakfast because we wanted to have her baked goods! The eggs with parmesan and chives, by the way, are fantastic. They have an adorable sweet dog that is just perfectly behaved, and we loved seeing him in the morning. There were so many special touches, to treats in our room, a lovely card for our honeymoon ... I wish we had more time. This was a classy, first rate experience. We were in Scotland for 16 days and can honestly say we did not stay anywhere else like this - just so, so cool. The building is clearly historic although we forgot to ask about the history. It is a really cool house. Stay here, you will love it!. Nothing we did not like, it was perfect.
• Peter (9/5): Superb -
• Ruth (10/5): A real find! A highlight to our holiday. - Everything! Could not fault anything, from the welcome, the hosts, and every little comfort that had been thought of. A real gem of a place from arrival to leaving. The breakfast was wonderful and Louise’s cakes were a real treat to come in to each day. Thank you! Nothing!
• Jenny (10/5): Would definitely stay again and Ballater and surrounds are worth at least 2 nights stay. - The owners Martin & Louise were great hosts. Louise cooked superb breakfasts & cakes, she is an excellent baker. Our room was spacious and comfortable with beautiful views out to gardens and the surrounding landscape. Nil
• Anne (10/5): Extremely comfortable stay in a lovely home - Convenient location, just on the outskirts of Ballater. Lovely house, extremely comfortable room that was very nicely decorated. Lovely linen and towels Martin & Louise were very welcoming and helpful Breakfast was excellent, as were the delicious cakes and shortbread biscuits that Louise had baked
• Agentz (10/5): The best place we've stayed so far - Everything about this place exuded style, luxury, and quality. We only wished we could have stayed longer and will do so next time. The breakfast was awesome and the hosts so welcoming. Very comfortable beds and v stylish bathroom. A perfect place to launch yourself for exploring the area. There was nothing to not like.
• Alicia (10/5): Bliss! - Home cooking….cakes, breakfast amazing. Room beautifully furnished to high spec. Bedding lovely, especially the pillows. Lovely location, friendly hosts, good privacy. A wonderful stay😍 Only a very minor point; power points not close enough to mirror or maybe it was that the hair dryer had a very short cord. In any case, not easy to blow dry hair in front of mirror.
• Amy (10/5): Exceptional hosts and a very cute dog by the name of Monty to greet you. - We stayed here for one night and this is one of those places that when you arrive to such beautiful grounds and attentive hosts that you will wish you had more time to enjoy.
• Melissa (10/5): One of the Best places I’ve stayed - Everything!! Food was exceptional, bed super comfortable, Beautiful Property! Nothing!! That we didn’t stay longer!!
• Jborg (10/5): A five star experience - The breakfast was superb! Louise's baking is world class. Great location, beautiful room and lovely people. We couldn't have been happier with our stay at Craggan B&B.
• Ron (10/5): Wonderful lodgings and wonderful breakfasts. - Beautiful setting, home and two wonderful hosts. Could not have asked for more! Nothing
• John (10/5): Exceptional -
• Karen (10/5): Great place! - Outstanding place. Beautifully decorated, very clean, comfortable beds, huge bedrooms and bathroom, delicious breakfast! Close to Balmoral Castle, hiking, Ballater. Nothing.

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