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Mallard - sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms

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Exterior
Living area
Living area
Private kitchen
Dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Boat of Garten, Highland
  • Place, Cairngorms National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Boat of Garten Golf Club
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, CairnGorm Mountain
    ‪33 min drive‬
  • Airport, Inverness (INV)
    ‪49 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

2 bathrooms

Bathroom #1

Bathroom #2

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Mallard - sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms

Tucked away down a private drive in the charming village of Boat of Garten, Mallard is a beautifully updated 3-bedroom cottage offering a peaceful escape in the heart of the Cairngorms National Park. Surrounded by spectacular scenery and just a short walk from the village shop, café, hotel, and restaurant, it's the ideal base for exploring the Highlands.

Sleeping up to six guests, Mallard features two bright king-size bedrooms (one en suite), a twin room, and a modern family bathroom. The spacious open-plan kitchen/diner includes cosy banquette seating and the inviting sitting room has comfy L-shaped seating and a log-burning stove, ideal for unwinding after a day outdoors.
The extensive enclosed garden includes a large lawn, picnic area, trampoline, and a playhouse with slide. A path winds through mature trees to a newly renovated summerhouse with a wood-burning stove that doubles as a pizza oven, a welcoming retreat in all seasons. There is also a garage with table football and secure storage for bikes.

A gate from the garden opens directly onto woodland trails leading towards Loch Vaa, offering wonderful opportunities for walking, cycling, birdwatching, fishing, and even winter sports when the snow falls.

Included:
Linen & towels
Wi-Fi
Logs
Christmas decorations included for festive weeks
Highchair & Cot
Charcoal BBQ

Rooms:

Lounge with log burning stove
Large open plan well-equipped kitchen/diner
King-size bedroom with en-suite
King-size bedroom
Twin bedroom
Family Bathroom with bath and shower

Pet friendly - up to 2 pets welcome
EV Charger

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 10:00 AM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 4:00 PM
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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
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Boat of Garten

Located in Boat of Garten, this cottage is in a rural area. Strathspey Steam Railway and Lochindorb Castle are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Cairngorms National Park and Loch Garten Osprey Centre. Travelling with kids? Consider Landmark Forest Adventure Park and The Lost Labyrinth.
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Boat of Garten, Highland

What's nearby

  • Cairngorms National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Boat of Garten Golf Club - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Cairngorm Reindeer Centre - 28 min drive - 23.7 km
  • CairnGorm Mountain - 33 min drive - 28.0 km
  • Inverness Castle - 43 min drive - 59.4 km

Getting around

  • Aviemore Station - 16 min drive
  • Inverness (INV) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Route 7 Café - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Boat Country Inn & Restaurant - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪The Balavoulin - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪High Range - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Old Bridge Inn - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Mallard - sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Mallard - sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms?

As of 15 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mallard - sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms on 8 May 2026 start from AU$725, 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 Mallard - sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Mallard - sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms?

Check-in begins at 10:00 AM.

What time is check-out at Mallard - sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms?

Checkout is at 4:00 PM.

Where is Mallard - sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms located?

This family-friendly Boat of Garten cottage is located in a rural location, within 2 mi (3 km) of Boat of Garten Golf Club and Loch Vaa. Lochan Dhu and Avie Lochan are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10 Excellent

Spring stay in Boat of Garten.

Absolutely loved the weeks break. Or 2 kids, 3 & 5 had a fantastic time. We all loved the house and gardens. Its location for going out walks and exploring was perfect. Definitely will be coming back. Thanks for having us :)

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