Faunoran - A designer house neighbour to Balmoral Castle

Faunoran is the latest addition to Gairnshiel, set amongst silver birch trees and a short walk from Balmoral Castle. Tucked away in the heart of Royal Deeside, it offers an idyllic base for a Highland escape where nature and calm take centre stage.

Designed with gatherings in mind, Faunoran is perfect for families and friends seeking a refined countryside retreat. Every detail has been carefully considered, from curated artwork to designer tables, elegant crockery, tiled floors, and beautiful furnishings that balance style with warmth.

Arranged across three floors, the house offers both space and character. The ground floor features a welcoming lounge centred around an artistic fireplace, a striking black-finished bar area, a dining room with views over the gardens, a state-of-the-art kitchen, as well as a practical boot room, laundry, and guest facilities. An impressive staircase leads upstairs to three ensuite bedrooms on the first floor, while the top floor hosts two additional ensuite bedrooms, offering privacy and comfort for all guests.
Please note all our bedrooms have super king size beds and can`t be twinned.

Large gardens surround Faunoran House. A private drive leads to parking at the front, while to the rear, a large terrace provides multiple seating areas perfect for making the most of sunny days and enjoying the surrounding natural beauty.

Just off the main road, access is simple and well indicated on Google maps. You could look out for Tarmachan Café and Faunoran will be just across the road from there.
We would recommend our guests to travel by car, as there is close to no public transports around Faunoran. There is a large private parking in front of the house which can accommodate multiple cars.

Access to the house will be arrange over messages. We will share with you where to find the key lockbox and the code to access the box prior to your arrival.



Welcome to Gairnshiel – Our Home

We are delighted to have you as our guest and hope that your stay is comfortable and enjoyable. We kindly ask that you treat our home with the same care and respect that we do.

A few important guidelines for a pleasant stay:

Shoes off upon entering: Our wooden floors and carpets are sensitive to mud and moisture. We kindly request that you remove your shoes when you enter.
Report any damage: If any dishes or appliances break or get damaged, please let us know so we can address it.
Before departure:
Please strip the beds, but leave the protectors on the pillows and mattresses intact.
Turn off all lights and set the bathroom heaters to off.
Dispose of all rubbish in the designated bins at the entrance by the gates.
Don’t forget to empty the refrigerators.
In the kitchen: We ask that you leave the cooktops and ovens in the same condition you found them, so the next guests can also enjoy a clean, well-maintained space.
We hope you enjoy your time at Gairnshiel, and we appreciate your cooperation!