Comfortable Highland Speyside cottage with stunning views

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9.8Outstanding
(18 Ratings)
"A remote place with all the essentials in the house. Fully equipped kitchen. Cozy living room for evening chats. And lots of options to sleep. "
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9.8 / 10.0
Outstanding(18 Ratings)

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10 guests · 5 bedrooms · 3 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
Top-tier experienceA high end property in this area

About this cottage rental

Aird Highland House is a secluded cottage sitting in stunning scenery on the edge of the Cairngorm National Park in the Scottish Highlands. Originally a crofters cottage, it has been sympathetically added to over the years. With breathtaking views, the cottage offers comfortable and generous self-catering holiday accommodation for up to 10 people. It is the perfect place to explore the Highlands and the Moray Whisky Trail, golf, cycling, hill walking as well as the castles of Aberdeenshire and Banff. Just 9 miles from Grantown on Spey, the cottage is within easy reach of Aviemore, the Landmark Centre, Boat of Garten, the Glenlivet Estate, Ballindalloch Castle, the Moray Firth and Inverness. Cycling, kayaking, nature watching, walking, the steam railway – there is a huge amount to do in this picturesque area of Scotland. Aird is also very well placed for golf, with easy accessibility to many championship golf courses as well as many hidden gems including Castle Stuart, Spey Valley, Nairn, Grantown-on-Spey, Boat of Garden to name a few.

Aird comprises five spacious and comfortable bedrooms (3 king size doubles and 2 twin rooms), 2 shower rooms and one bathroom. There is a large entrance hall with plenty of room for coats and boots, a generous kitchen with large kitchen table (seats 10) which leads onto (up some stairs) a huge sitting room with panoramic window to enjoy the stunning views. A large L-shaped sofa, second sofa and armchairs provide lots of room for everyone. The kitchen is really well equipped and should have everything you need. Basics such as salt and pepper, cooking oil, teabags, dishwasher tablets and cloths are all provided.

The house is accessed by a farm track. Please be cautious with low vehicles. In winter a 4x4 is adviseable.

Like most remote houses and cottages in the area, Aird has it's own water supply. We ask you to be conservative with the water. The cows, sheep and deer around the house need to have water too!

Dogs are welcome but must be kept under control at all times. The house is surrounded by wildlife and they must not be disturbed. Please also pick up dog poo from the garden.

Please Note: There are some steep steps up from the kitchen to the sitting room, which might not be accessible for everyone. The paved areas leading to the front door and around the house are uneven and can be slippy.

Amenities at Comfortable Highland Speyside cottage with stunning views

Non-smoking
Pets allowed
Family friendly

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    Ratings and reviews

    9.8 / 10.0
    Outstanding(18 Ratings)
    10.0 / 10.0
    A remote place with all the essentials in the house. Fully equipped kitchen. Cozy living room for evening chats. And lots of options to sleep.
    10.0 / 10.0
    We had an amazing stay in the house. It is fully equipped and perfect for a big group with a lot of space so that different activities can be carried out at the same time. We enjoyed amazing weather and we could make use of the splendid lawn in front of the living room!
    10.0 / 10.0
    Aird really suited our family get together, with plenty of space. Preparing meals and eating together around the big dining table an relaxing on the sofas in the lounge.Great centre for exploring local attractions including the Spey steam railway and the Landmark Trust centre at Corbridge.
    10.0 / 10.0
    Amazing property and house. Very large, and extremely well kept. Highly suggest having a car that has high clearance due to the dirt road that leads to the house.
    10.0 / 10.0
    We stayed for a week in early September with two other couples. The house was spacious, warm and comfortable with a large sitting room with ample space for everyone to socialise in the evenings. It is situated in a very peaceful rural location, being surrounded by fields and with young game birds running around close by, but is not far from the amenities of Grantown-on-Spey and the Speyside Malt Whisky route. There is a surprising amount to do in the area. The drive to Braemar from the house is particularly spectacular as it crosses the Cairngorms. We enjoyed visiting Ballindaloch Castle and Gardens, Elgin Cathedral, Loch Garten and doing tours of The Glenlivet distillery, Speyside Cooperage and the textile mill at Johnstons of Elgin. Highly recommended.
    10.0 / 10.0
    We had a very pleasant time at Lois' house. The directions were well explained, so we found the house quickly. It is wonderfully nestled in the heart of the Highlands, and each of us enjoyed the unique view of the landscape every morning and evening. Daily encounters with various animals and nature were a memorable experience. The house provides all the amenities you would need as a vacationer, plus great extras like games, books, and information about the area. Shopping is convenient in the nearby towns. Our children had their own rooms and could play and run around outside. Whether indoors or outdoors, our stay in Aird was thoroughly special and beautiful. Thank you very much!
    10.0 / 10.0
    Very quiet with excellent views of the surrounding farmlands. Don’t drive your low ground clearance sports car and stop in Aviemore and pick up groceries on the way there. It is about 10 miles to the store. That said, would definitely do it again!
    8.0 / 10.0
    We traveled as a multi-generational group of 10 and really enjoyed our stay. The lounge was great and the pictures do not do it justice….it was just so nice sitting and watching the scenery. This is a tranquil location close to many Speyside distilleries - so very convenient if that is your goal.

    FAQs

    Is parking included with this cottage?

    Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Comfortable Highland Speyside cottage with stunning views. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

    Is there a pool at this cottage?

    We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cottage. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

    Is Comfortable Highland Speyside cottage with stunning views pet friendly?

    Yes! This cottage is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

    What amenities are available at Comfortable Highland Speyside cottage with stunning views?

    We found 3 amenities for this rental. This includes non-smoking, pets allowed, and family friendly.


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