Ballater is a charming small town of about 1700 residents and is 44 miles from the city of Aberdeen. It is surrounded by mountains, rivers and forests.

Ballater was originally a spa town and the mountain air is sweet and fresh. There's a friendly welcome and genuine Scottish Highland hospitality. Summer days are long and fair, winter days are sharp and clear with night skies full of stars and moonlight as bright as day.

The village has interesting shops - many with Royal Appointment signs - showing that the royal family also shop here. There are good restaurants, pubs and a visitor information centre.