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Highlights
Family fun awaits
Top-rated for families.
Games
A rare find - enjoy a variety of games available on-site.
Centrally-located
You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
Discover nearby landmarks
Near Cairngorms National Park
2 bedroomsSleeps 4
Popular amenities
Onsite parking available
Dog-friendly
Kitchen
Washing machine
Barbecue
Fenced yard
Explore the area
Boat of Garten, Scotland
Cairngorms National Park
Place, Cairngorms National Park
1 min walk
Boat of Garten Golf Club
Place, Boat of Garten Golf Club
11 min walk
Loch an Eilein
Place, Loch an Eilein
17 min drive
Inverness (INV)
Airport, Inverness (INV)
58 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 2-bedroom semi detached house in the heart of the Highlands, "Cairncraig" sits in the popular village of Boat of Garten within the Cairngorms National Park.
The property is all on one level and sleeps up to four guests across one double bedroom and one twin. A travel cot, high chair and children's kitchen items are available for younger guests. There is a family sized shower room, a cosy lounge with direct access to the garden and a fully equipped dining kitchen. For convenience, we provide small amounts of tea, coffee (instant and pods), sugar, cooking oil, salt and pepper, along with a few dishwasher and washing machine pods.
PLEASE NOTE: Maximum occupancy is 4, including infants.
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 (bedroom TV is streaming only) 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. A £30 pet fee per stay applies, which covers the additional cleaning time needed to keep the house spotless for the next guests. They must sleep in their own beds, stay off the furniture/beds and you will do the usual clean up after them, inside and out. Please do not leave them unattended unless crated or restricted to the kitchen.
Festive Period Check In Policy:- We welcome guests staying over Christmas and New Year and check-outs on 25 Dec, 26 Dec and 1 Jan are absolutely fine. Our cleaners don’t work on these dates, so check ins are usually unavailable. However, if the property is already vacant and prepared, it may be possible to offer a check in on one of these dates. Please contact me before booking and I’ll confirm availability.
Cleaning/Laundry Fee A £125 changeover fee is applied per stay. This covers a full professional clean, fresh linens for all beds, towels for each guest and preparation of the house.
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 - 10am
(Please contact owner if you would like to discuss access outwith these times)
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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
Property # 10871082
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 indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
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 The Lost Labyrinth. Take in the nearby slopes with snowboarding and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging.
Cairngorm Reindeer Centre - 25 min drive - 23.4 km
CairnGorm Mountain - 32 min drive - 29.9 km
Getting around
Aviemore Station - 12 min drive
Inverness (INV) - 49 min drive
Restaurants
The Inverdruie Restaurant - 11 min drive
The Boat Country Inn & Restaurant - 6 min walk
Old Bridge Inn - 10 min drive
Cairngorm Hotel - 11 min drive
The Cairn Hotel - 7 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Boat of Garten - welcoming & cosy family friendly house pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).
How much does it cost to stay at Boat of Garten - welcoming & cosy family friendly house?
As of 19 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Boat of Garten - welcoming & cosy family friendly house on 21 June 2026 start from AU$453, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Boat of Garten - welcoming & cosy family friendly house?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Boat of Garten - welcoming & cosy family friendly house?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Boat of Garten - welcoming & cosy family friendly house?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
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.
The house was lovely and had everything we needed. Only negatives were the bed in the double room was small and not very comfy, and the couch/chairs in the living room were also not the comfiest. Apart from that we could not fault the house. Great location, very cosy and kitchen was great, great location.
We arrived and the house was warm, clean and inviting.The bedrooms and living room were comfortable and nicely decorated. There was a great selection of family friendly dvds!The kitchen was well equipped and easy to navigate.We had a great time here and would definitely recommend this property!
Kirsty L.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Oct 2025
Many thanks for your lovely review - I'm glad it worked out well for you and we'd be delighted to host you again in the future.
We had a wonderful few days in this well-equipped, comfortable and very conveniently located house in Boat of Garten. Everything went to plan and everything was provided!
We loved our stay! This house was a perfect base for exploring Aviemore and the surrounding area. It has everything you need for a comfortable stay, is close to lots of fun activities and amenities (restaurants, grocery stores, pharmacies, etc.). Would highly recommend to anyone, especially those traveling with kiddos!Thanks for sharing your lovely home with us, Catriona!
Gillian H.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 July 2025
Thank you for your lovely review. We try to think how to keep things home from home and glad it’s ticking some boxes!
What a wonderful stay we had! This home is well equipped, clean, spacious and the location can't be beat! Owners are easy to communicate with and responsive. Highly recommend!
When we arrived, I knew we were going to love it, kids were so content felt like home from home. Very clean and comfortable kitchen was well equipped.. we had the best time, short drive to Aviamore and landmark we also did the quads at Dalraddy. We will definitely be recommending this… thankyou
Theresa D.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 July 2025
Thank you for your lovely review, we try hard to make the house feel like home from home and its good we succeeded for you. Landmark & the Dalraddy quads are both great fun so I’m glad you managed to enjoy them too.
Very nice ! The house had everything we needed for a quick visit to the funicular and a hike. It was very family friendly and the host was very kind and helpful. —Would recommend !
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.
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.
Alasdair G.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 20 July 2023
Many thanks for your booking and review. I’m glad you enjoyed your stay and we’d be delighted to host you again.
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.
Wendy A.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 20 July 2023
Thanks again for your booking & kind words about our cottage and the local area!
Good location for us. Didn't spend alot of time in the house but was very comfortable when we did. Only confusing issue was the recycling plan, but we figured it out! Otherwise excellent.
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 :-)
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.
Wendy A.
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 26 July 2021
Many thanks for your comments, we're delighted you enjoyed your time in Boat of Garten and found the location to be so good for exploring.
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!
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!
Janine H.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Aug 2022
Many thanks indeed for your lovely review - we strive to make our house feel like home from home for our guests so it’s great to hear we’re getting that right. BoG is a fantastic village and there’s so much to do in the area and we’d be delighted to host you again in the future.
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.
H. H.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Aug 2022
Thank you so much for your very kind review - it means a lot to us that our guests have a nice holiday and find everything they need in the house. We’d love to host you again in the future!
About the host
Hosted by Catriona
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