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6 Guests
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3 Bedrooms
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2 Bathrooms
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Pets No
Features
- Off road parking
- Ground floor bedroom
- Open fire
- Garden / Patio
- Cot available
- Highchair available
- Washing machine
- Dishwasher
- Broadband / WiFi
Reviews & Ratings
66 Customer Reviews
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"We stayed in the Easter Duthill cottage from the 12th to 16th October and absolutely loved our stay."
We were a family of 5 and found there to be plenty of space for everyone. When we arrived the first thing we noticed was how meticulously clean and well presented the cottage was. The Kitchen/Dining room was a good size and very well equipped. The beds were all very comfortable and there was lots of built in storage for clothes, particularly in the upstairs rooms. During the day we were out and about enjoying the delights of the region and the unseasonably good weather. In the late afternoon the children loved playing outside in the large garden. There were lots of toys available at the property to keep them busy. They also enjoyed getting to see all of the farm animals up close in the surrounding fields as well as the frequent morning visits of the wild deer. In the evening we enjoyed nothing better than spending time together as a family in the lounge area around the wood burning stove. We enjoy visiting the Aviemore region every few years and will definitely try to come back to stay at Easter Duthill Cottage again in future. I would like to say thank you so much to the owners for helping to make our stay so memorable.
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"The cottage that we have previously rented in the Cairngorms has been sold by the owners and is no longer available."
When looking for an alternative we came across the rave reviews for Easter Duthil. Could it really be that good? It wasn't . . . . . it was better than that!! An outstanding property for the two of us with virtually nothing overlooked. It is situated on a working livestock farm and we soon got used to the bovine morning calls! The living room is warm and cosy and the two sofas are gorgeous. The kitchen has almost everything you could ask for though the fridge has just a small ice box. Perfectly adequate for keeping your ice for your G&T's and a small ready meal though. We used the huge bed on the first floor. Exceptionally comfortable and we soon got used to the restricted headroom. Would we recommend Easter Duthil? Without a doubt, and we're already looking ahead to next year.
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"Enjoyed the property."
Was not disappointed in any way
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"The downstairs bedroom and bathroom were a boon for my elderly parents."
Comfy, cosy, clean and very well equipped cottage in perfect location for touring the area. Have learnt to travel with various items over the years, decent bread and veg knives, tin openers, cleaning items etc. None were needed here, all provided. Hope to be back sometime. Thank you.
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"Great place to stay, very comfortable and well equipped."
Everything worked and very friendly people. Will hopefully be back next year.
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"The cottage was lovely."
Very well presented, warm and very clean. A peaceful location well situated with so many fun things to do for the family. Mountains, lochs, fun park, etc Excellent all round.
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"Lovely place, enjoyed the views and seeing the deers."
Cottage was cosy and well stocked with everything needed. Had a lovely week exploring the area.
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"Loved our stay here, was incredibly quiet, had the most amazing views across the valley and was situated conveniently to the nearest towns, Aviemore & Grantown on Spey, both about fifteen-minute drive."
The layout was perfect and the beds extremely comfortable. The little utility room was just so cute and loved the vestibule, so convenient for hanging coats and keeping shoes. We managed to see lots of wildlife, including deer so that was a bonus. All in all a wonderful stay. However, we did have a few issues we weren't too happy about. Emma did try her best to rectify a couple of things we brought to her attention, thankfully. We arrived in terrible weather and although the drive to the actual cottage was okay the drive up from the road through the farm had lots of potholes that needed to be attended too particularly if you have a normal car as some dipped down quite extensively, but the weather did clear, and it seemed better. The cottage itself was comfortable enough although as we both have back issues; we found the sofas in the sitting room uncomfortable as they tended to sink very easily. Needed lots of TLC. The outdoor furniture supplied was okay but would have liked to have had two more recliners, only two supplied for a cottage that sleep six. Also, found the internet kept dropping when watching the TV, most annoying, and tended to do the same when using my laptop. Was hoping to do some work whilst there but tended not too due to this happening over and over. Just a couple of niggly things really. The kitchen was amazing (great layout) but would have liked to have had more dishes & a better choice of ovenware, the oven trays supplied were really of no use, needed something with more of a grip to it. Also, as the cottage sleeps six, they gave you six of everything but when there are four adults staying you soon run out of stuff ...... maybe a few more would help. The dishwasher worked overtime. Also had to go out and buy a small jug as the one provided was way too big to put in the microwave and the milk jug supplied for tea was too small. Having booked this for a two week stay it would have been nice to have had the bed linen/towels changed after one week .... yes, know there was a washer/dryer but being on holiday you don't want to have to do what you have to do at home, change beds. It's a holiday! Did wash the towels to freshen them up. Other than the few issues we found we had a great holiday, found the owners genuinely nice and helpful when asked and would stay there again should we travel once more to the Cairngorms. Fantastic location & as there was only the two of us most of the time it was perfect.
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"Lovely stay as always"
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"Really enjoyed our stay at the cottage."
Would recommend for a quiet & comfortable break!
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"Lovely, comfortable cottage with everything we needed for a great holiday."
Perfect location for exploring the Northern part of the Cairngorms. Hope to stay here again some time.
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"Lovely surroundings and cosy cottage feel about this great place."
Thank you very much for letting us all spend a special Christmas in your country cottage
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"Fantastic holiday cottage, the pictures do not do it justice!"
Quiet and private location with lovely owner nearby if required. The cottage was cosy and very well equipt and we cannot wait to return. Thanks for a great stay.
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"A comfortable cottage with brilliant views."
Fully equipped and warm. A great base for touring. The shortbread was very much appreciated after a long journey. We couldn’t find a visitors book to say thank you though.
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"Love the cottage and location, if your looking for a quiet break it's perfect, ..."
Love the cottage and location, if your looking for a quiet break it's perfect, it's off road through a farm to get to so very quiet location and the cottage it's self was spotless and very well laid out and has everything you need, it was our second time being there and will definitely be back again,
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"We had a wonderful stay and would highly recommend the cottage."
Beautiful views, quiet location, very convenient for exploring the Cairngorms and coast. Comfortably beds and a well appointed kitchen made for a relaxing stay.
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"A lovely week in a very comfortable cottage set in beautiful countryside."
Warm welcome and very helpful owners. Already planning a return visit
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"The best cottage we have stayed in in Scotland!"
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"Our 3rd holiday at this property, comfortable & clean accommodation."
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"Have been to the farmhouse many times and always very happy there."
It is always spotless and you have everything you need. Great place to get out and about from. Will be back again.
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"With a warm welcome, a yummy selection of biscuits and an already prepared wood burner, my stay was off to the perfect start."
The cottage was very comfortable, very spacious, very well equipped and an enjoyable stay. A good location for visiting places, for walking (locally or a short drive) and for having that quiet escape from the stress of life. A huge thank you and a definite thumbs up
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"Loved this cottage Great retreat from an increasingly busy area Really ..."
Loved this cottage Great retreat from an increasingly busy area Really cosy Fantastic comfortable couches Fab woodburning stove with logs Really Comfortable beds Super shower Super clean Lovely friendly owner Looking forward to a return visit
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"Very nice cottage and quiet will definitely go back,"
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"This is our second stay at the cottage and we love it so cosy and quiet great ..."
This is our second stay at the cottage and we love it so cosy and quiet great location the cottage is spotless with plenty of logs for the fire and kitchen utensils and outdoor seating the owners are very friendly and helpful and the views are spectacular also a bonus to have two bathrooms although the taps in the shower room were a little stiff my children were struggling to turn them off which led to the taps dripping but we love staying here
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"A very homely cottage which was very clean and well equipped."
The kitchen equipment in particular was in very good condition. The owner was incredibly helpful and accommodating (eg she put out games that were age appropriate) and we were given a very warm welcome. Thanks!
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"This is a wonderful cottage."
We are a family of 5 and this cottage gave us space to spread out. The beds were wonderful and the kitchen well stocked. There is a nice grassy area and a separate patio at the back of the property. The location is prime, if you are wanting to day trips around central Scotland. We even drove up to the northern shore and played in the ocean with only about an hour and a half drive back to the cottage. I am certainly telling my friends about it! The only thing I would mention is that the plumbing can be loud. It didn't bother us. I would love for the owners to make a book about the history of the cottage and the local area. I found myself wanting to know it's history.
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"Wonderful cottage, well equipped accommodation and friendly, considerate owner."
The family had a great holiday. Thank you.
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"Another excellent holiday here."
The area is beautiful & the owners & their family really are so friendly & welcoming.
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"Great cottage."
Nice and warm. Very comfortable. Anything we needed was available. The kitchen was fully equipped. 10cm of snow on the last day was a nice personal touch!
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"Lovely cottage !"
Nice location , clean , comfortable , spacious . We enjoyed our stay very much and recommend it to anybody. Thank you very much to the owners !
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"This was a fantastic property and ideal for a for a family or group."
There is lots of space and the house has everything you could need! There were lots of personal touches such as it was decorated for Christmas and the owners left a box of chocolates and biscuits for our arrival- so very thoughtful and much appreciated. The location of the house is perfect for exploring the area, it feels remote but is very close by to all amenities. The house is really lovely and warm with a great big woodburner, loads of parking and check in/out was really easy. The only thing that would have made the trip better is if we could have taken our dog, this property is not pet friendly. Overall a really great experience and I would definitely recommend it to anyone!
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"We have just returned from a weeks holiday at this lovely cottage."
The cottage was amazing. The cottage was beautiful and so warm and cozy. On arrival Emma the owner of the cottage welcomed us also left a welcome gift of shortbread, tablet and macaroons. The bedrooms were were immaculate with lovely white bedding. Two spotless bathrooms and a massive kitchen with all amenities. There was also a washer dryer which was great as we were able to wash and dry all our clothes which saved having to do a large wash on returning home. Lovely open fire in living room which we used on several occasions. We actually had to turn off the central heating a couple of evenings as we were too warm. Lovely views outside the cottage and the area outside the cottage beautifully maintained. Cottage about 15 to 20 minutes from Aviemore and 30 to 40 mins from Inverness. Local pub served delicious food and staff very friendly. I highly recommend this cottage and will definitely be back.
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"A perfect cottage, particularly for grandparents and family - the grandparents in the downstairs bedroom and the family upstairs."
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"Wonderful location and very well appointed and clean accommodation."
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"The cottage was amazing spacious and comfortable with amazing views all round ..."
The cottage was amazing spacious and comfortable with amazing views all round very peacefull and tranquil well equipped with kitchen utensils and cleaning materials a washing machine was also very useful to have and the patio was such a sun trap sun loungers also provided wi fi not very good although not a major issue for us as soon as we arrived the lady came over and welcomed us a lovely gesture and a welcome pack of biscuits good to eat after such a long drive would definately like to return to the cottage in the future
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"We had a great stay, the measures put in place for a baby were fantastic (substantial stairgates, fire guard etc) and the location is great; close to lots of activities."
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"The accommodation is in a beautiful location but easy to access."
Beautiful views. All the equipment is good quality and very nice. My husband would have liked a shaver socket.
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"Second visit to this property speaks for itself, great house, location and holiday."
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"Lovely cottage on working beef farm."
Warm and comfortable. Beautiful views of Cairngorm. Would recommend.
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"Cottage was spotless and extremely well appointed."
Beds very comfortable and bedding including pillows and duvets were top quality and looked brand new. All cleaning materials including dish washer tablets were provided and there was a store of logs and sticks for the wooburner. Very warm and welcoming, can't fault it. Located just 15 minutes from A9, it was easy to get to and we easily filled a week with trips and walks around the area. A thoroughly enjoyable holiday and very good value
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"Great location and property."
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"Our second stay at this cottage, and we are all hoping to stay again!"
Amazing, warm and very comfortable (super mattresses!), well-equipped. Whole-heartedly recommended.
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"Such a lovely & friendly family who ran the farm, which is part of Easter duthill."
My twins had the most amazing time on the farm with them. Thank you x
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"A lovely comfortable cottage with everything you need for a relaxing break away- even had bike storage."
Lovely owner. Great location for exploring the Cairngorms.
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"Warm friendly welcome , very comfortable homely feel , the cottage was very well presented and clean ,private even though on a farm ."
would go and stay there again
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"Fantastic cottage well looked after just perfect"
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"Relaxing comfy just the best"
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"The cottage is very well equipped."
could not ask for more. The only comment that I have is that the drive way cobbles are a bit precarious to walk on and most of us almost twisted an ankle. Other than that the cottage was perfect as was the location.
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"The cottage had everything, immaculately clean and ideally situated."
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"Would warmly recommend!"
We were welcomed by friendly owner Emma. She brought us an extra blanket for the toddler and a box of Duplo, which was so appreciated! Wonderfully stylish and comfortable cottage. Loved the cute wallpapers, esp. in the downstairs bedroom. Very, very clean, which was a blessing with two children and allergies. Safe garden, with gate and nowhere near any road. Only recommendation that we would make is for a slightly greater range of cooking ware. All the basics are there, really, but if you wish to release your inner Jamie Oliver you might want to bring your own mixer. :) All in all, we had a great holiday at Easter Duthil cottage! We'd love to come back one day. Location: The location is great for many different attractions in the Cairngorms, and to the West and the North. When visting with kids we recommend the Highland Folk museum in Newtonmore. For Gourmands, we recommend Rothiemurchus farm shop/butcher.
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"Very comfortable, warm, and well set up house."
Don't be put off by the outside - cottage definitely exceeded our expectations.
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"This holiday cottage was lovely, we’d definitely book again"
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"The location of the cottage was excellent providing amazing views and sunrise across the cairngorms."
.perfect location for touring in each direction with out traveling to far..this was more than we expected from the cottage description. Could not fault it !
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"We have just had a wonderful week here, myself, hubby and we took my mum too."
Very comfortable Cottage, with everything you need. A real gem of a find. Lovely lady came to welcome us and check we had everything we needed. Would love to go back again.
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"Lovely quiet cottage."
Very comfortable for 6 people. Close enough to all the local attractions but without being too close to business of Aviemore town centre. Our second visit to this cottage and plan to return again.
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"A wonderful little cottage, next to a working farm."
The little calves are lovely. The cottage is well equiped and clean. A fine place to come down. A nice view out of the living room window! Take a tea and sit down! The cottage is a good base to explore the cairngorms and also the nortern region. Have long tours through the highlands an come home to Easter Duthil Cottage. Thanks Emma. We'll come back again.
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"The pictures really don't do this lovely cottage justice."
Although the cottage is on a working farm, it is set back in a secluded setting making it a relaxing and quiet base to explore the Cairngorms. Emma the owner greeted us when we arrived, which I felt gave it a personal touch and her Husband Rory always acknowledged us as we were coming and going in the car up and down the farm track. The owner had really thought about everything with the facilities available and extras like hand soaps, washing up liquid, soap powder not to mention the traditional edible scottish goodies that were a welcome treat after a long drive when we first arrived. The cottage is ideally located for accessing the A9, near to Carrbridge, Aviemore and Grantown-on-spey. We only stayed for the week, but there would have been enough in the area to keep us occupied for a couple of weeks. We really enjoyed our stay and would definitely recommend and return in the future.
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"Lovely cottage, very quiet even though on a working farm, no noise just he sounds of wildlife, will return in the future!"
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"The cottage was perfect for us, being in a quiet location, but not too far from amenities."
It was lovely to sit out in the afternoon/evening and enjoy dinner in the quietness and isolation. Good location for the outdoor activities such as walking and an outdoor park for the little one located about 2 miles away! We thoroughly enjoyed our holiday!
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"Friendly welcome and a very comfortable base for our photography holiday."
Nice to be able to return to a log burner and well stocked wood shed after a long cold day in the mountains. I would definitely return here again.
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"Excellent holiday."
Amazing facilities at the cottage and the owner went above expectations with supplied little things that you might not expect. Will definitely be returning.
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"The cottage was well laid out and had everything you needed and the location was quite and peaceful and not far from the village of Aviemore."
Aviemore has everything to offer from walking to skiing up the cairngorms.
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"Lovely accommodation, very comfortable."
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"Had a awesome time at Easter Duthil Cottage!"
Perfect retreat when coming back from a cold trek in the Cairngorms! The cottage was well equipped to our needs. Thank you to the owners of the cottage for a fabulous time and for being very welcoming.
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"Lovely cottage in a great location for accessessing the mountains and Cairngorm national park."
Very well equipt, warm and comfortable. A great holiday.
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"We have just had a lovely week staying at Easter Duthil."
The cottage is newly renovated and has been done beautifully providing a cosy and comfortable place to stay in the fantastic surroundings of the Spey Valley. It was perfect for our children (3 years and 11 months) as had been childproofed well and they could race around safely. Emma and Rory were very welcoming and even brought over extra toys to keep the kids entertained. The cottage is situated on the edge of a working farm, with only the occasional 'moo' to disturb the peace and is ideally located for the wide range of walks and activities that the highlands are so well known for. We look forward to coming back again next year!
Summary
- Three bedrooms: 1 x super king-size double (zip/link, can be twin on request), 1 x ground floor king-size double, 1 x twin (zip/link can be super king-size double on request)
- Ground floor bathroom with bath, basin and WC
- Ground floor shower room with shower, basin and WC
- Kitchen with dining area
- Utility
- Sitting room with woodburning stove.
- Oil central heating with woodburning stove
- Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, washer/dryer, dishwasher, TV with Freeview, DVD, radio, iPod dock, WiFi, selection of books, games and DVDs
- Fuel, power and starter pack for stove inc. in rent
- Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
- Cot and highchair on request
- Ample off road parking
- Front lawned garden with furniture and BBQ
- Sorry, no pets and no smoking
- Shop and pub 2 miles
- Note: There is limited headroom in the first floor bedrooms
- Please note: This property cannot accept more than 6 guests including infants
The property
This pretty stone cottage is situated in a private location on a working farm, two miles from Carrbridge and commands stunning views across the Cairngorm Mountain range.
Very tastefully presented with excellent attention to detail this cottage is ideal for a family or group of friends, who will love the unspoilt beauty of the area and the vast array of activities that can be enjoyed close by.
A large entrance porch gives access into the property and can be used to store your muddy boots.
On the ground floor there is a king-size double bedroom along with both a bathroom and a shower room.
The sitting room, with its warming woodburning stove, is a cosy and relaxing space to gather at the end of an active day.
The well-equipped kitchen and dining area is perfect for enjoying home-cooked meals together.
The upper floor with its cottage style ceilings has two further nicely presented bedrooms.
A private garden surrounds the house and from here you can soak in the full vista of the famous Cairngorms and even enjoy a barbecue in the summer months.
With Carrbridge a short drive away offering good local services, the villages of Boat of Garten and the larger village of Grantown-on-Spey are also nearby.
Both have a friendly ambience and excellent shopping opportunities.
Boat of Garten, also known as the Osprey village, is ideal for walking and cycling and is close to RSPB Loch Garten, home of the Ospreys amidst ancient pinewoods and tranquil lochs.
So much is available in this area with Aviemore and the surrounding area brimming with outdoor pursuits and wildlife opportunities.
This cottage and location complement each other, ensuring a fabulous holiday for all.
EPC Rating: Band D
EPC Rating: Band D
Short-term Holiday Let Licence No: HI-70340-F
About the location
CARRBRIDGE
Aviemore 7 miles; City of Inverness 25 miles.
Within easy reach of a host of exciting tourist attractions and surrounded by spectacular mountain and moorland scenery, the small village of Carrbridge has a great deal to offer during both the summer and winter months. Situated within the Cairngorms National Park, the village is home to a pony trekking centre, a challenging 9-hole golf course and a good selection of shops and eateries. The Landmark Forest Theme Park and Visitor Centre features displays on the natural history of the Highlands and once a year, during October, the Village Hall is transformed into the setting to find the World's Best Porridge Maker, a competition not to be missed! Nearby Aviemore, with its championship golf course and wide selection of shops and pubs is well worth a visit, whilst the surrounding countryside offers great walking, cycling and wildlife watching opportunities together with superb skiing on the Cairngorm Mountain Range. A fantastic location all year round!
Please note: This property cannot accept more than 6 guests including infants.
This property offers the following short breaks:
- Winter
- Last minute
- Christmas