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Darroch Learg

Braemar Road, Ballater AB35 5UX, Scotland
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Darroch Learg
Ranked #10 of 27 Ballater B&B and Inns
4.5 of 5 stars 30 Reviews
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London, England, United Kingdom
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 May 2012 NEW

This family run hotel was a wonderful place to stay March 2011. Our room was beautiful with a balcony facing out over the valley below. Everything was immaculate. we had just come from a rather unsatisfactory hotel elsewhere in the cairngorms and were incredibly impressed with nigel and fiona's welcome and the whole ambience of this place. The location on... More

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North Yorkshire
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 May 2012 NEW

I found this hotel whilst browsing on the internet and what a find! Our break was for two nights following an overnight stay at The Witchery in Edinburgh. From the warm welcome we received from Fiona on arrival and the good wishes for a safe journey on our departure our stay was faultless. Our bedroom was comfortable and spotlessly clean.... More

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Herts
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 February 2012

First time to this hotel and we just adored it. We travelled with our eight year old daughter and had room No.10 which featured a king size bed and separate sitting room with z-bed for her. The views from the room are wonderful and we found it spotlessly clean. The restaurant is sensational - beautifully cooked and well thought out... More

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Edinburgh
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 February 2012

Returned in February for a lovely weekend where we were made to feel very welcome by Nigel and Fiona. Great location just a few minutes walk into the village. It's a great place to bring a dog where they will love the many walks nearby. The food was fantastic, in particular the beef, duck and venison and a wine list... More

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Aberdeen, United Kingdom
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 January 2012

Have been here most years for the last 10+ years now, and have never been disappointed. We go there particularly because of the quality of the food and the enviable wine cellar, but the breakfast is excellent as well! Not a cheap place to stay, but well worth it. The family who run the hotel are lovely, nothing is too... More

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Scottish Highlands
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 December 2011
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We recently enjoyed a one night stay at the charming Darroch Learg and only wish it could have been for longer. It combines all the elements of traditional Highland hospitality in classic country house style with delicious dining, elegant surroundings, comfortable bedrooms and charming owners & hosts. The situation of this lovely Victorian house affords glorious views to the hills... More

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London, United Kingdom
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 November 2011

I booked the restaraunt based on trip advisor reviews for a meal for my partner and I have to say it was beyond outstanding - i told the owners my choice was based on the reviews and i would like to say bravo to them - it was a beautiful hotel with attentive, excellent staff and advice on everything from... More

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London, United Kingdom
2 reviews
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 August 2011

I am only leaving this review because I feel the people that run this place have achieved something truly remarkable. This is an exceptional hotel, with the MOST charming owners. The rooms are magical and the views truly spectacular. The food is terrific (yes, I had the fillet steak which melted in my mouth - the sticky toffee pudding was... More

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York, United Kingdom
2 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 August 2011

We stayed with our 11 year old daughter for 3 days DB&B. This is a very well run small hotel and we would definitely return. The food was absolutely fabulous and dinner was a highlight with specials added to the standard menu each evening; the wine list was also extensive and Fiona was an excellent host who always made you... More

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Perth, United Kingdom
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5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 July 2011

Yet another gently fading hotel with the tiredness beginning to show. Gutters and rhone pipes blocked and rain spraying down below, the drive with potholes. Mind you, the rooms were spotless and no complaints on that score - nor with the very friendly, cheerful, efficient owner's wife. And did she work ? She certainly did. Her husband whom a hotel... More

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Braemar Road, Ballater AB35 5UX, Scotland
Price range (per night):* S$179 - 229

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