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Boat of Garten - welcoming & cosy family friendly house

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A comfortable place to rest after a busy day
Exterior
Room
Twin room
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Boat of Garten, Scotland
  • Boat of Garten Golf Club
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Loch Garten Osprey Centre
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Loch Morlich
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Inverness (INV)
    ‪49 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Master

1 Double Bed

Twin

2 Single Beds

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Boat of Garten - welcoming & cosy family friendly house

A stylish, bright and comfortable recently refurbished 2 bedroom semi-detached house located in the heart of the Highlands. "Cairncraig" is found in Boat of Garten, one of the most popular villages in the Cairngorm National Park.

The property is on one level and comprised of two bedrooms, one double and one twin, sleeping a total of up to four guests. There is a family sized shower-room, a fully-equipped dining kitchen and a lounge. For younger guests there is a travel cot and high chair, available on request. There is off-road parking for two cars and a secure garden with patio, furniture and BBQ for guest use. There is secure storage for bikes or golf clubs etc.

Access to the property is by keyless entry, there is modern electric heating, electric oven with ceramic hob, dishwasher, fridge, washing machine, microwave, Smart TVs in lounge and master bedroom (no connection to aerial in bedroom so only for streaming services) and Wi-Fi.

Each bedroom is equipped with a hairdryer and there are hot water bottles for the chillier winter nights. Power, bed linen and towels are included in the rent.

Inside the house is “no shoes” and a strict no smoking/naked flame policy is in operation. Parties and events are not permitted and, please, no anti-social behaviour as this is a peaceful area where the neighbours do not wish to be disturbed.

Well behaved dogs are welcome. They must sleep in their own beds, stay off the furniture/beds and you do the usual clean up after them, inside and out. Please do not leave them unattended unless crated or restricted to the kitchen.

Boat of Garten is a picturesque and popular village inhabited by friendly locals and visitors alike. The local shop & post office, Andersons Restaurant and The Boat Country Inn & Hotel are all within a 5 minute walk from the house. Carrbridge, Nethy Bridge, Aviemore and Grantown on Spey are all a short drive away where you will find plenty of choice of restaurants, bars and shops.

The list of things to do in the area is endless - Landmark Forest Adventure Park, water sports at Loch Morlich or Loch Insch, cycling, golf, walking, skiing, zip wire venues, bird watching plus a never ending supply of walks where you can enjoy the breath taking scenery to name but a few.

This welcoming and cosy house is the perfect base for families and friends to holiday while exploring the area with its dramatic and varied scenery together with a multitude of activities to suit all ages and interests.

EV charging available at ChargePlace Scotland Charging Station, Reidhaven Park, 1 Craigie Ave

Check in - 4pm
Check out - 11am
(please contact owner if you would like to discuss access outwith these times)

Property manager

Catriona
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Minimum age to rent: 21
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 2 total
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No parties/anti-social behaviour. This house is located in a quiet area close to the neighbours who don't expect to be disturbed by any noise
Before you leave please ensure dishes are clean, rubbish is taken out, beds are stripped, the house is tidy and lights are off
On departure, please check patio door is properly closed and external light is off

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Boat of Garten

Located in Boat of Garten, this cottage is next to a golf course and on a river. Strathspey Steam Railway and Lochindorb Castle are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Boat of Garten Golf Club and Carrbridge Golf Club. Travelling with kids? Consider Landmark Forest Adventure Park and Cairngorm Reindeer Herd. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Boat of Garten, Scotland

What's nearby

  • Boat of Garten Golf Club - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Loch Garten Osprey Centre - 5 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Strathspey Steam Railway - 9 min drive - 10.1 km
  • Loch Morlich - 13 min drive - 16.9 km
  • CairnGorm Mountain - 18 min drive - 24.3 km

Getting around

  • Aviemore Station - 12 min drive
  • Inverness (INV) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cheese & Tomatin - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Luxury Woodland Lodges at Macdonald Aviemore Resort - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Route 7 Café - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Old Bridge Inn - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Boat of Garten - welcoming & cosy family friendly house pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

Where is Boat of Garten - welcoming & cosy family friendly house located?

This family-friendly Boat of Garten cottage is located on a river, within 3 mi (5 km) of Boat of Garten Golf Club, Loch Vaa and Lochan Dhu. Loch Garten Osprey Centre is 3 mi (4.8 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 25 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 25 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 25 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 25 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tristan J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything you need
We had a great stay, the property is well stocked with everything you should need, nice to have an enclosed garden for our kids and dog to play in. Location is great too with walks straight out of the door, plus well stocked village shop and fantastic restaurant just down the road.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend away
The property was immaculate and had everything you needed
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Modern and Clean, enjoyed our stay
Modern and Clean, enjoyed our stay
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Daniel B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house- great host - great stay
Spent 18 days in the property. 100% recommendation
Stayed 17 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leigh J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely bungalow in a beautiful location. Accommodation well equipped, clean and homely.
Really enjoyed staying here. Would recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Helen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Boat of Garten
Everything you need is supplies
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicola G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little house!
Lovely clean house! Defo would stay again when back in area. Good and fast communication from Catriona when needed. Thanks for the wee pressie that you left as well that was a very nice touch :-)
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend in Boat of Garten
Lovely house, great central location in Boat of Garten
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alasdair G., Edinburgh, Scotland

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay on Speyside
Great base for exploring all this area has to offer - lots of cycling, golf, canoeing and hillwalking! Great places to eat too - the Boat, Anderson’s and the golf club all worth a visit! Accommodation well kitted out and owner quickly responded to a shower problem we had.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wendy A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Summer holidays
A very clear and well equipped cottage and in a good location for exploring the beautiful Cairngorms. It is a very peaceful area with a local shop and two nice places to eat.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable, well run holiday let in a village near Aviemore
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in this Boat of Garten Holiday Let. The listing was comprehensive and accurate and the owners both professional and responsive. Everything was well organised and timely - the owners sent us check in information well in advance because of the Christmas holiday period which was appreciated. The owners had obviously taken great care when renovating and furnishing this holiday let - everything worked, heating & electrics were done to a high standard, furniture obviously new / looked after, well equipped kitchen and everything was spotlessly clean. There was a welcome folder and the owners encouraged holiday makers to contact them should any questions remain unanswered. The check out information was clear too. This is one of the best holiday lets we have stayed in and we really appreciated the welcome treat on arrival and other touches that don't cost much but are thoughtful and make the stay more comfortable - especially for parents! We would 100% recommend this property for a small family or couple. It's such a bonus that it's dog friendly too. Thank you for having us.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Highland Stay
It was super comfortable and in a great location for exploring around the Aviemore area! The house was very clean and comfortable with clear communication from the owners. Our two kids (4 and 3 years old) had an amazing time playing in the garden and used the DVD’s like their personal library. Would highly recommend this house for a stay!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wendy A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great location to explore the beautiful CairngormsThe cottage had everything you need.
Very clear and comfortable cottage. The booking on line was easy and I was kept up-to-date with my reservation and check-in information. Nice peaceful location, a very nice pub in Boat of Gartin which served delicious food. The mobile fish and chips van was also very good food and highly recommend. Idea location for exploring the area.
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Janine H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Delightful stay in Boat of Garten
We loved our stay in Boat of Garten and the home couldn’t have been better. It was meticulously clean when we arrived, the kitchen was extremely well stocked with everything you could need to comfortably cook in if you choose, and the travel cot and high hair were provided as requested. This home is clearly lovingly cared for and everything inside is in good condition. It really did feel like a home away from home. We wish we could have stayed longer!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

H. H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice and quiet cottage
We stayed at the cottage with three persons for ten days and really enjoyed the time. The cottage (especially the kitchen) is fully equipped with everything you need for a relaxing holiday. For us, the beds were very comfortable. As the house is at the end of dead end, it is a very quiet area. Garden furniture is available as well, so in the evening we loved to sit on the terrace and having dinner or some drinks outside. The communication with the owner was without any difficulty. Thanks again for allocating the cottage to us.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic holiday - well equipped and excellent location
The house it located in a quiet cul-de-sac with ample and easy parking. The house was immaculate inside. The kitchen had every utensil you could think off and loads of pots, pans, dishes etc. The garden was peaceful and the garden furniture was put to good use. The bike shed was brilliant and we fitted 2 adult (1 lof those with very large wheels) and 2 child bikes in there. The beds were comfortable and the twin bed layout worked well for our 2 kids. There were loads of dvds to choose from and games. The bonus for my son was the collection of storey tree house books in the cupboard as he could read the ones' he couldn't find in the library! We had a challenge with the door code on arrival but a quick call to Catriona and this was sorted within 5 mins despite them being in an area with limited phone signal. We would recommend this place to friends and family and would certainly consider a return visit. There was so much to do around the area including, climbing Cairngorm, tubing at Cairngorm, biking in the local forest, walking down to Milton Loch and lazing on the beach at Loch Morlich.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

f h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rainer W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wunderschönes kleines Haus
Das Haus ist sehr schön und neu eingerichtet. Die Küche ist bestens ausgestattet. Alles funktioniert einwandfrei. Wir haben uns als Familie mit zwei erwachsenen Kindern sehr wohl gefühlt und können es nur empfehlen.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A relaxing holiday
The house was quiet, comfortable and convenient for wonderful walks and places to visit. It was well-equipped for eating in and we also enjoyed meals out in Boat of Garten. The owner was easy to contact and helpful in making our stay very enjoyable.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Emily D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Boat of Garden
Excellent property and very helpful owners. Thank you for a really lovely stay, we hope to be back again one day!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrew H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely property in beautiful location
We stayed here during the first half of the Easter school week. Two adults, a teenager (!), an 8 year old and a beloved lab! Unfortunately the weather was not as good as we hoped so we were grateful for excellent wifi in the home when the rain prevented our outdoor plans Well presented property, ideal size for us for a short break. Easy to find and only a short walk from the local hotel which served great food and drink (if a little pricey). House was very clean and it was great to see that the owners had stocked it with useful items in the kitchen that one always forgets to bring, but that you only need a little of. That was a considerate touch Highly recommend this owner. Would have been perfect location for a golf break to this area. Also only a short hop to Aviemore, the mountains and the excellent Landmark centre. Only criticism of the property was the electric heating which was a little inconsistent and struggled to keep the place warmth enough for my partner and the kids. Overall a great choice, close to all local area has to offer
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Linda H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
Boat of Garten.
Very clean and well appointed. Only downside was the water heater clicking on which was extremely noisy if you were in the bedroom with the double bed. Made for disturbed nights. Which was unfortunate as everything else was outstanding.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tracey M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were just away for a chill out few fays
Property was clean and tidy and suited all our needs.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Andrew L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
An excellent base for a week in the Cairngorms
The property has been recently refurbished and was in immaculate condition. The owners have thought of everything and provide excellent information for guests upon arrival. We were also welcomed with a nice bottle of wine and a packet of tablet. Alison was a pleasure to deal with and was happy to arrange additional items for our 1 year old for the week. All communication was prompt and nothing was too much trouble. The house is in a central residential area in Boat of Garten and is an excellent base for exploring all that the village and wider area have to offer. Highly recommended!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Blackhall Trip
Arrived safely & entered into this lovely property in the heart of the Cairngorms. The property has all the home comforts to a high standard. Everything you need & more. It was a lovely surprise to arrive with a lovely welcome pack. We shall be back definitely Thank you

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