The grounds, gift shop and restaurant at Balmoral are open to the public on certain days over the autumn and winter months. THERE IS NO NEED TO BUY TICKETS AS ADMISSION IS FREE.

Knocks Cottage
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Knocks Cottage

With an easy access, on the quiet South Deeside Road, Knocks Cottage is within walking distance of the amenities of Ballater. 

Perfect for a family holiday, this charming 19th century cottage is very well appointed, including ensuite facilities and TVs in all three bedrooms. It is surrounded by Balmoral Estate woodland, with  ample private parking.

The maximum occupancy for Knocks Cottage is 7 guests - this requires one person to sleep on the futon in the super king bedroom. Please note that the super king size bed can be split into twin beds, if required.

Bookings at this property are on a Saturday to Saturday basis.

This lovely property is managed by the owners and Balmoral Estates are pleased to act as their booking agent

Licence Number: AS-00563-F

Facilities include:

  • Lounge with double sided log burner shared with the dining room

  • Dining room

  • Super king bedroom (or twin beds) with en suite shower room

  • King size bedroom with en suite shower room

  • Double bedroom with en suite bathroom with shower over the bath

  • Kitchen with breakfast bar (electric double oven, separate hob, microwave, fridge freezer, dishwasher and Nespresso machine)

  • Utility room with double sink, washing machine and tumble dryer

  • WC off the back hallway

  • There is a smart television in the lounge and also in each of the bedrooms.   Wi-Fi reception is also available.

  • There is a log burner in the property - however fuel for the fire is not provided. If you wish to use the log burner you can purchase kindling and logs in Ballater

Exterior

  • Enclosed private garden to the front of the property with a large lockable shed with secure storage for bicycles, golf clubs, fishing gear etc. Private parking for several vehicles

  • The cottage is set in a peaceful setting with extensive gardens equipped with a picnic table with bench seating for at least six, BBQ, chiminea and garden chairs provided.

Please view the available dates at the bottom of this page. Once you have found an available date, please click on the date to make your request.

Available Dates

Once you have found an available date, please click on the date to make your request.

Saturday 11th October

£1500 – 7 Nights

Special Price

available

Saturday 18th October

£1500 – 7 Nights

Special Price

available

Saturday 25th October

£1500 – 7 Nights

Special Price

available

Saturday 1st November

booked

Saturday 8th November

booked

Saturday 13th December

booked

Saturday 27th December

booked

Saturday 4th April

reserved

Saturday 2nd May

reserved

Saturday 16th May

reserved

Saturday 23rd May

reserved

Saturday 27th June

reserved

Saturday 12th September

£2055 – 7 Nights

available

Saturday 19th September

£2055 – 7 Nights

available

Saturday 26th September

£2055 – 7 Nights

available

Saturday 19th December

reserved

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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.