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Cottage
Holidays spent at Heath Cottage can be entirely relaxing affairs, just enjoy the breathtaking beauty of the natural country-side and the wildlife on your doorstep. Or they can be action-packed and exhilarating. It’s your choice. And doing both is perfectly acceptable.
The Boat as our lovely village is known, is set amongst heather clad hills and native woodland within the Cairngorms National Park. Abundant wildlife, magnificent scenery, many sporting and leisure activities and a traditional Highland welcome are all to be found here.
Play the superb 18-hole golf course or fish the Spey. Unique bird watching opportunities abound; tranquil woods and dramatic hillsides to walk, climb or ski are within easy reach. Cycle on excellent tracks and quiet roads – the Speyside Way meets the Sustrans...Holidays spent at Heath Cottage can be entirely relaxing affairs, just enjoy the breathtaking beauty of the natural country-side and the wildlife on your doorstep. Or they can be action-packed and exhilarating. It’s your choice. And doing both is perfectly acceptable.
The Boat as our lovely village is known, is set amongst heather clad hills and native woodland within the Cairngorms National Park. Abundant wildlife, magnificent scenery, many sporting and leisure activities and a traditional Highland welcome are all to be found here.
Play the superb 18-hole golf course or fish the Spey. Unique bird watching opportunities abound; tranquil woods and dramatic hillsides to walk, climb or ski are within easy reach. Cycle on excellent tracks and quiet roads – the Speyside Way meets the Sustrans cycle route in the centre of the village. Enjoy our Community Garden and be entertained by the many activities in the Community Hall. Take a trip on a scenic steam railway or in a canoe!
Lying adjacent to the River Spey, Boat of Garten is located in an area of outstanding natural beauty, centrally located in the Highlands of Scotland and is the perfect place from which to explore the Highlands or simply unwind.
You can find an abundance of information on the Boat at boatofgarten.
Drive for half an hour and you can explore some of Scotland’s most romantic hills and glens, including challenging Munros, and the ever-changing scenery of Lochs Insh, Morlich, and Garten.
The Spey Valley is also home to Scotland’s popular ‘whisky trail’. And there are too many fantastic golf courses to list.
The slides, tree-top trails and woodland mazes of Landmark in Carrbridge are a favourite family day out and Aviemore is fast becoming Scotland’s best destination for familiar and brand new extreme sports.
House Rules
Pet-friendlyKid friendlyNo smoking
2 pets allowed
Bedrooms
2 Doubles2 Singles
Bathrooms
1 Attached (ensuite)1 Shower
Meet the host
Nick M
Hosting since July 2012
Languages spoken: German, English, Spanish, French
Response Rate: 100%
Response Time: Within a few hours
Interaction with guests: We leave keys in a key safe so that you can arrive at any time. We call on the day of arrival to check that you have got to us safely and answer any questions you have. After that we are happy to give you advice on where to go, eat and what to do (or not if you have it all organised).
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It is a lovely place. We had a very nice stay when we were up for our wedding. Will love to come back again after Corona, when we can bring some friends.
Visited November 2020
Written 17 December 2020. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Marg33
1 contribution
An excellent cottage
We had a lovely week at Heath Cottage. The coronavirus precautions were amazing and the cottage was very comfortable and had everything we needed. Our dog loved the freedom of the enclosed garden and lots of walks in the woods beyond.
Visited September 2020
Written 1 October 2020. This review is the subjective opinion of an individual traveller and not of Tripadvisor LLC nor of its partners. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Nick M
Thanks for taking the time to review your stay with us Margaret. We are delighted you enjoyed the cottage and our beautiful village and surrounding area. We hope to see you again.
All the best
Nick
Written 12 December 2020. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
John B
Keighley, United Kingdom3 contributions
Very comfortable, extremely spacious - get it booked.
Heath Cottage is in a great location, quiet and peaceful yet near local amenities in the village and Aviemore only 10 minutes away. It is very well furnished and had everything you could want to make it feel like home, which it did very quickly. It is very spacious inside and has a great kitchen. It was always nice and warm with the generous storage heaters.
The sun room is a great addition and looks out onto the garden and forest which is nice when eating in there. The hosts were really helpful and responded to queries quickly.
I would thoroughly recommend Heath Cottage for a stay in the Cairngorms and will likely be back again there myself.
Visited September 2019
Written 3 October 2019. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Nick M
Hi John
We are delighted you enjoyed your stay in our wee highland home. We would be delighted to welcome you back.
Best wishes
Nick
Written 6 November 2019. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Carol G
10 contributions
All we needed
Great house with own private fenced garden with a wood through the back gate. Wonderful to be allowed to take our dog. Property clean and comfortable and plenty of room. Perfectly situated for visiting Rothiemurchus and all it has to offer and the Cairngorm mountains for walking. We will go again
Visited April 2019
Written 21 April 2019. This review is the subjective opinion of an individual traveller and not of Tripadvisor LLC nor of its partners. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Nick M
Hi Carol
Many thanks for taking time to give us your views on our cottage. We are delighted you enjoyed your stay and hope to see you again soon."
Written 25 July 2019. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Companion652366
1 contribution
Excellent best cottage ever stayed in
This was by far the best standard cottage I've stayed in. The furnishings and decor were of a high standard. It was perfect location for those interested in wildlife. We spent quite a few hours during our stay walking in the forest behind the cottage. Lots of birds and squirrels. Within a 40 mins radius of cottage was nature and beautiful scenery.
Visited March 2019
Written 30 March 2019. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Nick M
Many thanks for taking time to give us your views on our cottage. We are delighted you enjoyed your stay with us and would be willing to let others know what there is to do in the area. We hpe to welcome you back again
Written 25 July 2019. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Jonny C
3 contributions
Ideal cottage for a family stay
Just had a wonderful stay in Boat of Garten, at Heath cottage. The cottage was warm, comfortable and very equipped with everything that we needed for our stay. As a family of four, there was plenty of space but the cottage can comfortably fit a slightly larger group. It was a great bonus having books, DVDs, and games for the family. The location is ideal, backing onto the woods and making an ideal base for cycle rides and walks. Also, very convenient having the shop just across the road, Anderson's restaurant a few doors away and the Boat Hotel within an easy stroll. Nick and Heather could not have been more welcoming and ensured that we had all we needed for our stay. Any queries were dealt with quickly and without any trouble. Would definitely stay again and recommend to others.
Visited January 2019
Written 25 February 2019. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Nick M
Many thanks for taking time to give us your views on our cottage. We are delighted you enjoyed your stay with us and would be willing to recomend others. Good luck, we hope to see you again soon.
Written 9 March 2019. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Travel07429697647
1 contribution
Great place to stay - warm - very well equipped
The cottage was clean, warm and very well equipped. We have stayed in the area many times in different cottages and Heath Cottage is by far the best. It is almost certain we will book the cottage again at a later date and we would not hesitate in recommending it to a friend. Lovely to be able to walk straight to the woods, River Spey and the steam railway. Handy shop two minutes away and food and drink at the hotel at the end of the road.
Visited December 2018
Written 11 January 2019. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Nick M
We are delighted you enjoyed your stay and thank you for taking the time to let others know what you thought of the cottage. We hope to see you again soon.
Written 9 March 2019. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Brian H
Edinburgh, United Kingdom1 contribution
Lovely cottage in a lovely part of the country.
Cosy cottage with everything you could want for a great break. Local walking and golf are some of the best in the country. Owners friendly and helpful. Red squirrels, deer, ptarmigan, snow bunting, mountain hares and dozens of grouse - not a bad haul for a ten mile hike!
Visited November 2018
Written 3 December 2018. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Nick M
Hi Brian
We are delighted you got the full range of wildlife and enjoyed your stay at the cottage.
Hope to see you again
Nick
Written 11 January 2019. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
hape1957
Freiberg, Germany1 contribution
Marvellous stay for 2 weeks :-)
Quiet, peaceful and cosy - words which are perfect to describe the cottage and the surrounding. A perfect place to retreat and to relief from all-days stress.
The cottage was equipped with everything you need for your stay and the hosts, Nick and Heather, were exceedingly helpful.
Listen to the twitter of the birds in the garden and the nearby woods and - of course to the whistles of the Strathspey Railway Steam Engines.
And don't forget to visit Highland Folk Museum in Newtonmore and Highland Wildlife Park in Kincraig/Kingussy. Both is worth the visit.
Ruhig, friedlich und gemütlich - Worte, die das Cottage und die Umgebung zutreffend beschreiben. Ein passender Ort, um sich zurückzuziehen und sich vom Alltagsstreß zu erholen. Das Cottage war mit allem ausgestattet, was man für den Aufenthalt benötigt und die Gastgeber, Nick und Heather, waren äußerst hilfsbereit.
Hört dem Vogelgezwitscher im Garten und dem angrenzenden Wald zu - und natürlich dem Pfeifen der Dampfloks der Strathspey Railway.
Und vergeßt nicht, das Highland Folk Museum in Newtonmore und den Highland Wildlife Park in Kincraig/Kingussy zu besichtigen. Es lohnt sich.
Visited September 2018
Written 6 October 2018. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Nick M
It was delightful to see your review Hans-Peter and Bruni. We are glad you took time to share your experiences and hope to be able to welcome you back again.
Vielen Dank
Written 21 October 2018. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
ChrisBob123
28 contributions
Perfect break
Second time we’ve stayed at Heath cottage with 3 of our granchildren. It is a lovely bungalow which is very well equipped. Through the garden, which backs onto woodland, the kids had an easy walk to the local playground. Lots to do in the vicinity - Landmark, Highland Wildlife Park, Newtonmore heritage park and the steam train which stops at Boat of Garten to replenish its water tank.
Unless you need to buy outdoor gear, there is no need to go to congested Aviemore. A supermarket trip to Granton on Spey is much better and is hardly any further away.
Visited July 2018
Written 22 August 2018. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Nick M
Many thanks for your review. Great tips for other here - we hope you can make it a third time!
Best wishes
Written 2 October 2018. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
The Boat as our lovely village is known, is set amongst heather clad hills and native woodland within the Cairngorms National Park. Abundant wildlife, magnificent scenery, many sporting and leisure activities and a traditional Highland welcome are all to be found here.
Play the superb 18-hole golf course or fish the Spey. Unique bird watching opportunities abound; tranquil woods and dramatic hillsides to walk, climb or ski are within easy reach. Cycle on excellent tracks and quiet roads – the Speyside Way meets the Sustrans cycle route in the centre of the village. Enjoy our Community Garden and be entertained by the many activities in the Community Hall. Take a trip on a scenic steam railway or in a canoe!
Lying adjacent to the River Spey, Boat of Garten is located in an area of outstanding natural beauty, centrally located in the Highlands of Scotland and is the perfect place from which to explore the Highlands or simply unwind.
Drive for half an hour and you can explore some of Scotland’s most romantic hills and glens, including challenging Munros, and the ever-changing scenery of Lochs Insh, Morlich, and Garten.
The Spey Valley is also home to Scotland’s popular ‘whisky trail’. And there are too many fantastic golf courses to list.
The slides, tree-top trails and woodland mazes of Landmark in Carrbridge are a favourite family day out and Aviemore is fast becoming Scotland’s best destination for familiar and brand new extreme sports.
Getting around
How to find us
Boat of Garten is easily accessible from the A9, with nearby connections for bus, rail and air travel. The village lies six miles north east of Aviemore, between the B970 and the A95.
Travel Information
By car
From the south (Edinburgh & Perth)
Travelling north from Perth on the A9, turn right off the A9 at the Grantown on Spey / Carrbridge junction (A95) north of Aviemore.
Follow the signs for Boat of Garten.
From the north (Inverness)
Travelling south from Inverness on the A9, turn left off the A9 at the Carrbridge / Grantown on Spey junction. Drive through Carrbridge and carry on to the T-junction at the A95. Turn left and take the next right to Boat of Garten.
Flying
Nearest Airport: Inverness Airport
Airlines flying to I
Access
Car advised
How to get there
Boat of Garten is situated just off the A95 Aviemore to Grantown on Spey road, about 7 miles from Aviemore and 10 miles from Grantown. There is easy access to the cottage and parking immediately in front for at least 2 cars. There are good train and bus connections to Aviemore.
The nearest Airport is Inverness with Low Cost carriers Flybe and Easy Jet flying from London GAtwick, Bristol, Manchester and Birmingham.
Activities nearby
Fishing spots availableGolf course (within 30 mins drive)Golf course (within 15 min walk)Horse riding facilitiesSkiing availableTennis courtWatersports
Things to know
Check in / out timings
Check in after 5 pm • Check out by 9 am
Cancellation policy
100% refund within 24 hours after booking (provided the stay is at least 60 days away).
50% refund* if you cancel at least 4 weeks before check-in
No refund available once booking is confirmed
Notes from owner
Linen, towels, wi-fi and electricity are all included in the rental price.
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