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The Press House

(Ref. 1110707)

Tomatin, Speyside & The Cairngorms Show on map

4.4

Sykes rating

  • 8 Guests

  • 4 Bedrooms

  • 3 Bathrooms

  • Pets Yes

Features

  • Off road parking
  • Garden / Patio
  • Cot available
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Broadband / WiFi

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21 Customer Reviews

  • "We had a lovely stay at the press house."

    Views and surrounding area was great for walking and wildlife. We found the house comfortable and would definitely recommend. We had a few small niggles such as the extensive amount of flies. We kept all windows and doors shut but more and more appeared every day which wasn’t great. There was a particularly bad smell in the kitchen near the sink, which was a little putrid - may have something to do with it?! Also the fire in the family area of the kitchen didn’t seal particularly well and got a little smokey in evenings. Other than that we had a great time and would come back once those things are dealt with.

    Reviewed by Louise3.4Oct 2024

  • "We had a lovely week at this property, perfect for the baby, dogs and adults,"

    Reviewed by Cherina5.0Oct 2024

  • "We loved the cottage and location, it was really peaceful."

    A bonus for me where the buzzards and red kite flying over the cottage. Also saw a sea Eagle down the valley of raptors.

    Reviewed by Paul4.4Aug 2024

  • "This is a comfortable house which suited our family gathering with young children and 2 dogs."

    It was clean and everything worked which was great. The crockery, cutlery, kitchen knives etc could do with an upgrade. The housekeeper Jeremy was helpful and pleasant. The views over the valley are lovely and the garden was well maintained. We read previous reviews and took the dogs but it is unsuitable for walks from the house unless dogs are on the lead as sheep, shooting and pheasant pens are nearby.

    Reviewed by Nicola4.1Jul 2024

  • "Lovely and comfortable family home."

    Owner assistance with local power outage was very helpful. Recommended !

    Reviewed by P4.7Mar 2024

  • "Stunning location, great cottage."

    A little tired in places, however this did not detract from a fabulous week and added that edge of character. All in all a great week gad by all, we all would certainly entertain coming back in the future for another stay. Thank you for your hospitality. Paul Bramley.

    Reviewed by Paul3.8Feb 2024

  • "Very relaxing holiday, lots of wildlife and places to walk the dogs."

    Reviewed by Marion4.4Oct 2023

  • "We much enjoyed our week at Presse House and it was very comfortable."

    .The only problem was the towel rail in the ensuite bathroom did not work, so damp towels was not good. Also when Charlotte said she had put the heating on, it did not work. Otherwise it was a good week.

    Reviewed by Winifred3.8Sep 2023

  • "Lovely cottage with outstanding views."

    Wildlife in abundance, beautiful sunsets and dark skies make this cottage a fantastic base for exploring the area. The house was comfortable with lots of space and was well equipped. We will definitely stay again.

    Reviewed by Christine4.1Aug 2023

  • "We had a great stay here - 6 adults, 3 year old, 6 week old and two dogs."

    There is a track opposite the cottage that gave a great first day walk and views over the hills. The house is very big, great garden and views - bit warm when it was warm outside due to the Esse cooker, but nice to be able to sit outside. Easy for days out near Aviemore and Inverness. Findhorn valley of the raptors is another great walk (but keep that a secret).

    Reviewed by Diane3.8Aug 2023

  • "Where does one start."

    .. Ive been hiring places from LHH over quite a few years and never been let down. The Press House is yet another outstanding property offered by LHH. It is a credit to both the owners and the LHH portfolio. It is set in a great part of the Highlands and quite how the owners managed to get a rainbow to begin and end at the bottom of the plot I have no idea. Would I use it again, most definitely. I am already planning another visit. I would recommend this premises to anyone wanting a superb Highland holiday. Regards, Peter Robdrup.

    Reviewed by Peter5.0Jun 2023

  • "The property is lovely and a testament to the owners."

    The house is very peaceful with an amazing view. Jeremy the property manager was flexible and very helpful. I would stay here again, but I found the agency (Sykes) very unorganised with providing me with incorrect information about a previous caretaker and only by me calling them, was I informed of the new caretaker. This should have been handled better.

    Reviewed by Tim4.1Jun 2023

  • "The home was absolutely lovely."

    It was roomy and comfortable and a great location to use as a base to explore at the highlands of Scotland. They was abundant wildlife right in our backyard which was fun to watch.

    Reviewed by Jeannie5.0May 2023

  • "Loved the isolated and beautiful location but only half an hour from Aviemore and Inverness."

    A traditional country home. Our host was very generous and flexible when a family illness upset our travel timings. I’d happily stay in the Press House forever.

    Reviewed by Andrew4.7Apr 2023

  • "We had a wonderful time at this very homely home…."

    The house was large enough to give everyone space, very well equipped and logs were provided for the fire which was so kind of the owners. Stunning views, amazing wildlife, wonderful, mostly natural and wild garden which we all loved including our hairy daughter Cassie. What a fabulous destination. Would highly recommend and hope to come back and stay again. Everyone was so helpful and kind. Any issues we had when in the home were addressed immediately. So thank you all once again for looking after us so well and allowing us to stay in your gorgeous home. ( we were a mix of age 3 to 69 and all age groups loved it xxx

    Reviewed by Marie5.0Apr 2023

  • "Its a lovely old house in a great location."

    Perfect for a family with dogs. The main issue was that the house was freezing cold when we arrived and remained cold for the whole of the first night. there were no instructions about the heating. The caretaker told us that it was in a timer and that the underfloor heating downstairs was broken !! But it wasn't and it warmed up after the heating had been on for 12 hours plus. With the heating on "continuous" the house was warm. There were a lot of other minor problems: a broken toilet seat downstairs, a warped door that would not close, problems opening and closing the wood burner doors, a broken kitchen drawer that would not open or close properly. The on stove coffee maker is missing a basket. There were no maps of the area and no visitor book to record issues. Once the heating was sorted we had a great stay and went walking every day with the dogs. Despite all this we would stay again!!!!

    Thank you for taking the time to leave your feedback. We are sorry that you encountered issues with the heating initially, but glad it was up and running quickly. We have now resolved the other minor issues that you have brought to our attention. We're pleased to hear you had a great stay and look forward to welcoming you again in the future. Please feel free to amend this, we would be grateful if you could confirm that you are happy for this to be published. Kind regards Property Owner

    Reviewed by John3.4Jan 2023

  • "Hi There, we were unable to get to the cottage the first night of our stay because the one road leading up to it was covered in snow and Ice, so both of our cars couldn't make it up the hill."

    We then had to go book a different accommodation for that night. I was hoping we could get a refund for the one night we were unable to use the cottage due to weather. Other than that, the cottage was wonderful. Thank you so much and have a great day!

    Reviewed by Kara5.0Jan 2023

  • "We had a wonderful stay at The Press House."

    The location was perfect. The house was beautiful and just what we like. Will definitely visit again.

    Reviewed by Julie4.7Aug 2022

  • "The house was beautiful and as described."

    Very large and ideal for a large party, with everything we needed. Beds were very comfy. The Esse cooker was great but quite hot on the very warm days!

    Reviewed by Joanne4.7Jul 2022

  • "Another lovely holiday at The Press House and we look forward to returning as soon as we can."

    We particularly appreciate the friendly, hassle-free booking process - and the brand new fridge!

    Paul RobinsonMay 2022

  • "Lovely big house that is well equipped with all that you might just need."

    Great views from garden and in a very quiet location. We really enjoyed staying here!

    Heather FyfeJul 2021

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Summary

  • Four bedrooms: 2 x king-size, 1 x king-size with en-suite with walk-in shower, basin, and WC, 1 x twin
  • Bathroom with bath, basin and WC
  • Ground-floor shower room
  • Open plan living area with kitchen/diner sitting room
  • Utility
  • Sitting room with woodburning stove
  • Central heating with underfloor heating on ground-floor and woodburning stove
  • Electric oven, electric hob, fridge/freezer, microwave, Nespresso, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher
  • TV, WiFi - Super fast Broadband, table football
  • Fuel, power and starter pack for woodburning stove inc. in rent, Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
  • Cot and highchair available on request
  • Off-road parking for 4 cars
  • Enclosed garden with cattle grid, patio, lawn, furniture, barbecue
  • Pet-friendly, sorry, no smoking
  • Shop 1.9 miles, pub 8 miles
  • Note: Please bring your own linen for the travel cot if needed
  • Note: Electricity excludes charging electric cars Please keep dogs on lead when exploring the hills as there are some pheasant huts.

The property

Tomatin 3.3 miles.

Tucked away in the scenic landscape of Tomatin, near Carrbridge in the Highlands of Scotland, this eight-bed house absorbs the picturesque views of its surroundings, being itself a beautiful grey stone and white painted Highland house.

The Press House creates a countryside holiday perfect for families or groups of friends seeking to explore the great outdoors.

A beautiful grey stone building and convenient off-road parking welcome you to the beginning of your Scotland adventure when you arrive at The Press House, taking in the beautiful open farmland surrounding the property.

After hanging your coats in the spacious entrance hall, enter one of two sitting rooms, one part of the open-plan kitchen/diner and the other separate for a more peaceful moment, each fitted with comfortable sofas sitting eight guests, and a stone fireplace with rustic log burner to keep you warm on cooler days, as well as a TV to help you wind down after a long day of walking in the stunning surrounding area, or perhaps have a game of table football in the games room?

Prepare heart-warming meals in the amply equipped open-plan kitchen/diner and sitting area, presenting your meals at the eight seat dining table with views out to the large garden and surrounding landscape.

Find a convenient utility room stocked with a washing machine and tumble dryer to take care of your muddy clothes, with the edition of a ground-floor shower room. When sleep calls, there are a variety of rooms to choose from, so you are bound to find something perfect for you, with one king-size with en-suite shower room, and homely décor of yellows and creams an ample storage, two king-size painted in relaxing blue or yellow with picturesque views to the surrounding scenery, and one twin room perfect for children. Upstairs you will also find a generous bathroom with a bath to soak away the chilly air outside and relax into an evening of games and fun.

When it comes to countryside views, The Press House offers them in abundance.

Dine outside on the extensive lawn, impressing your friends and family with local produce cooked on the barbecue provided.

Why not explore with your four-legged friends the beautiful scenery on offer, or try out activities such as fishing?

With many trails within an hour’s drive including Aviemore in the Rothiemurchus Forest, Laggan Wolftrax Trail Centre, and Learnie Red Rocks on the Black Isle, mountain biking is sure to capture your adventurous side or check out the historical elements of the area with a walk through Culloden Battlefield.

The local village of Carrbridge welcomes you with a variety of shops, cafes, restaurants, and a bar, where you can enjoy a cooked meal before heading out for a hike, or there is the option of a golf course.

The nearby Landmark Forest Adventure Park offers a great family day out and further afield you will find Inverness, a city with so much to do to fill your day, including many shops, pubs and restaurants, local historical sites and the botanical gardens.

Enjoy a traditional countryside getaway with a stay at The Press House.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £150.

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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!

Note: Please bring your own linen for the travel cot if needed. Note: Though electricity is included in the rent, electric for charging cars is not included in the rental.
Please keep dogs on lead when exploring the hills as there are some pheasant huts.

This property offers the following short breaks:

  • Winter