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Balneden Steading

Self Catering

Tomintoul

Moray

From £400 per unit per week

Welcome to Balneden Steading, self-catering holiday cottages in the Moray Speyside area of the Cairngorms National Park. Our three spacious, one and two bedroom cottages, enjoy panoramic views across the hills and valleys. You can find us just off the A939 Snow Roads from Grantown-on-Spey, 3 miles north of Tomintoul, the highest village in the Highlands. Nestled on a hillside above the River Avon, flowing from the heart of the Cairngorms lofty mountains, Balneden is a great place to relax and unwind. Think of underfloor heating, a cosy wood burning stove and luxurious, high quality beds and bedding for the perfect night’s sleep – a place so comfortable you really can call it “home from home”. Our TripAdvisor reviews say it all.

Open all year, all three cottages feature underfloor heating, wood burning stoves, open plan living, well equipped kitchens and king size double beds. Each cottage has its own outside seating/patio area. A separate laundry building provides a butler’s sink, washing machine, tumble dryer, drying room, additional fridge and freezer and an outdoor drying area. We also have secure stores for bicycles, skis, etc. and an electric vehicle charging point. Well behaved dogs are welcome in all cottages.

The Mill is the largest of the three cottages, sleeping 4, with a weekly changeover on Saturdays. Short breaks are available between November and Easter. It comprises an open plan lounge set around the stunning 5 metre tall glazed gable, dining and kitchen area and two spacious bedrooms, the larger of which boasts a flat screen TV and leads out onto a private outdoor decking terrace complete with dining facilities; an ideal space to relax and unwind with a glass of your favourite. The large kitchen and dining area make this cottage ideal to combine with our other cottages for larger party sizes; the large farmhouse table can seat up to 8 people. A cot can be set-up in either bedroom to accommodate an infant. The large bathroom includes a bath and spacious walk-in shower. EPC rating = C.

The Grain Store sleeps 4 people and can be flexibly booked all year for 3 nights upwards (weekly at Chrsitmas and New Year). It has an open plan lounge / dining room / kitchen featuring a 4 metre tall glazed gable behind a wood burning stove. The Grain Store has two generous bedrooms, a double and a twin room and a spacious wetroom. A cot can be set-up in either bedroom. EPC rating = C.

The Cattle Shed is a spacious cottage for two and comprises of an open plan lounge, kitchen and dining area, a wet room and double bedroom with a king-size bed. EPC rating = C. Fully flexible bookings (minimum 3 nights) are available year-round (weekly at Christmas and New Year).

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COVID-19 Information

In recognition that this business has confirmed that they have followed government and industry COVID-19 guidelines, ensuring processes are in place to maintain cleanliness and aid social/physical distancing.

Facilities

Pets Welcome

Parking

WiFi

Level Access

Internet

Internet Access
WiFi

COVID-19 Response

Outside seating
Pets welcome during COVID-19 restrictions
COVID-19 risk assessment completed
Hand sanitizer available to visitors & staff
COVID-19 staff training completed
Open now
All linens sanitized in high-temperature wash
Online booking only
Deep cleaning between visitors
Advance booking essential

Themes

Skiing
Winter
Family-Friendly
Walking
New Year/ Hogmanay
Cycling
Self Catering

Coronavirus Information

Good To Go

Pets

Pets Welcome

Location

Mountains area
Rural

Accessibility

Level access to main entrance
Wet room or level entry shower
Level Access

Features

Dishwasher
Ironing Facilities
Hairdryer
Freezer
Tumble Dryer
Television
Laundry Facilities
Lounge
Garden
Shower
Cooker
Towels Provided
Kitchen
Fridge
Washing Machine
Microwave
Fireplace
Drying Facilities

Payment Methods

Internet Banking Transfer
Debit Card
Credit Card

Transport and Parking

Electric Car Charging
Parking

Children

Highchair
Cot

Catering

Picnic Area

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Awards & Schemes

Pricing

The Cattle Shed	£540 Per unit per week
The Grain Store	£655 Per unit per week
The Mill	£733 Per unit per week

Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.

Contact Details

44 01807 580709
44 07733 001080
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info@balnedensteading.co.uk
Balneden Steading,
Tomintoul,
Moray,
AB37 9HL

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Opening Times

2022 Opening Times

4 Feb 2022 - 3 Jan 2023

2021 Opening Times

26 Apr 2022 - 4 Jan 2023

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Open over Christmas

Open over New Year

All three cottages are open all year. The Mill weekly bookings commence on Saturdays, with both The Grain Store and The Cattle Shed being fully flexible. The Mill is fully flexible during the low season. Full details of relevant dates and prices can be found on our website.

Note: Opening times are a guide only and may change on a daily basis. Please contact the business directly.

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