Balnagowan Cottage - family friendly cottage
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Entire home
Popular amenities
- Parking available
- Washer
- Barbecue grill
- Pet-friendly
- Outdoor space
- Kitchen
Explore the area
- Abernethy Golf Club12 min walk
- Boat of Garten Golf Club6 min drive
- Loch Garten Osprey Centre7 min drive
- Inverness (INV)55 min drive
Room options
About the area
Nethy Bridge
What's nearby
- Loch Garten Osprey Centre - 7 min drive
- Loch Morlich - 16 min drive
- Cairngorm Reindeer Centre - 18 min drive
- CairnGorm Mountain - 21 min drive
- Cairngorm Reindeer Herd - 23 min drive
Getting around
- Carrbridge Station - 20 min drive
- Inverness (INV) - 55 min drive
Restaurants
- Nethy House Cafe with Rooms - 4 min walk
- Maclean's Highland Bakery - 7 min drive
- The Boat Country Inn & Restaurant - 6 min drive
- Anderson's Restaurant - 7 min drive
- Cairn Hotel - 12 min drive
About this property
Entire place
Balnagowan Cottage - family friendly cottage
Balnagowan Cottage is a stylish and modern basecamp for anyone exploring the Cairngorms National Park and its attractions. A cosy living room with views across the Spey Valley is the perfect spot to light a log fire and retire after a long day of hiking. The open concept kitchen/dining area plus breakfast bar is a convivial space for preparing meals, made easier by a suite of appliances including an air fryer, waffle maker and food processor. High-speed fibre internet (65/15 mbps) and reliable cellular/data service is available throughout the home. If you must bring work with you, make yourself comfortable in the downstairs office with a daybed and double patio doors that open onto the quiet, wooded garden.
Outside is half an acre for you to enjoy as you please: a BBQ on the patio, a sun-dappled snooze in the hammock or some toasted marshmallows around the fire pit. The garden is planted with herbs and native wildflowers, which attract rare species such as Bombus Monticola (the blaeberry bumblebee). There are dens to be built in the sycamore grove – that’s if the children get bored of the slide, the tree swings, the 13’ in-ground trampoline and the mini mountain bike pump track … big kids or small, your Highland playground awaits! Pets are welcome to join the family at Balnagowan Cottage.
Bringing the kids
‘Home away from home’ takes on a whole new meaning if you’re travelling here as a family! The versatile sleeping arrangements feature 5 bedrooms, including a full-size cot and a toddler-accessible platform bed. Stair gates (up and down) mean you can relax while your little ones explore their new surroundings. Meanwhile, black-out window coverings (essential for the long summer nights) and white noise in every bedroom maximise the possibility of rest and relaxation for all. Other children’s items include two high chairs, a bottle brush/steriliser, silicone bibs, children’s tableware, Bumbo, baby pod, baby swing, bath seat, non-slip bath mat, changing mat and nappy bags/bins.
Availability
Balnagowan Cottage is available for weeks and short breaks year-round. We are delighted to welcome you from 4pm and departure is 10am.
What’s included
Heating and electricity
Bed linens and towels
Hand wash
Cleaning products, toilet roll, kitchen roll
Salt, pepper, spices
Tin foil, cling film
Welcome gift
Visit Scotland Welcome Scheme Information
Parking for 4 cars outside the property
Smart TV
Smart Speaker
65 mbps Wi-Fi internet (suitable for video streaming)
24-hour help service
The area
Tucked away among the trees, this house feels like a private retreat. And yet it is located right in the heart of Nethy Bridge, barely a few hundred yards from the village cafe, farm shop and hotel with bar/restaurant. The Dell of Abernethy hosts regular events at their fireside tipi, including supper clubs, craft fairs and yoga. Additionally, the village hall has an intermittent schedule of ceilidhs and concerts. A short walk takes you down to the Nethy riverwalk, the Balnagowan Woods for blaeberry picking (July to October) and the Dell Woods to catch glimpses of Cairngorm Mountain through the ancient pine trees (and, if you look carefully among the undergrowth, the fairy houses!). The Speyside Way passes right by the house for off-road hiking and biking to nearby lochs and villages.
Nethy Bridge itself is a popular destination for wildlife lovers since the filming of BBC Springwatch, with ospreys and white-tailed eagles nesting nearby. An assortment of nature walks and guided hikes to destinations throughout the Cairngorms National Park depart from the village. But if your version of ‘wildlife’ involves watching from the window as roe deer graze and barn owls hunt, then grab the popcorn: it’s all happening right outside the living room!
The Fry Shack visits Nethy on a Monday evening with its offering of fresh fish and chips. The Dell Grocer supplies meal kits and Black Isle beer by pre-order, delivered within the village for free. On the Nethy side of Grantown is KJ’s Bothy Bakery (formerly the Mountain Café in Aviemore), which serves a sensational selection of sweet treats and barista-made coffee. Anderson’s Wood-Fired Pizza (behind Anderson’s Restaurant in Boat of Garten) has hand-stretched doughs and seasonal toppings to go. All major supermarkets deliver to this location (e.g. Tesco, Sainsbury, Asda) and there is a well-stocked Co-op in Grantown. Bikes, skis, paddle boards, kayaks and hot tubs are available for hire locally.
Overview
Bedroom 1/Office - Single or pull-out king-size sofa bed
Bedroom 2 - Single-over-double bunk bed
Bedroom 3 - King-size en suite with shower
Bedroom 4 - Two singles
Bedroom 5 - Low single plus full-size cot/crib
5 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms
Sleeps 8-10
Family bathroom with shower
Family bathroom with bath
Living room with smart TV
Kitchen/dining room
Utility room with washing machine, tumble dryer
Private garden on half an acre with patio, outdoor furniture, BBQ grill, fire pit, in-ground 13’ trampoline, tree swings, slide and mountain bike pump track.
Accessibility - there is a ramp to access the property at the back door. Two bedrooms, a shower room and social areas are on the ground floor.
Property manager
Languages
Property amenities
Internet
- Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
- Parking on site
Kitchen
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Hob
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Toaster
Bedrooms
- 5 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
- Sofa bed
Bathroom
- 3 bathrooms
- Bathtub
- Hair dryer
- Shower
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Fireplace
- Wood stove
Entertainment
- Smart TV
Outdoor areas
- Barbecue grill
- Garden
- Outdoor furniture
- Patio
Laundry
- Washing machine
Comfort
- Heating
Pets
- Pet friendly
- Service animals exempt from fees
Suitability/Accessibility
- Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
- Housekeeping (limited availability)
- Iron/ironing board
- Meal delivery service
Location highlights
- In a rural location
- In a village
- On a river
- On the waterfront
Things to do
- Kayak
- Ecotours nearby
- Theme park nearby
Safety features
- Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
- Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
- First aid kit
- Fire extinguisher
General
- Garden
- Unit size: 1,507 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-out
Special check-in instructions
Pets
- Pets are welcome for a fee Service animals are exempt from fees.
Children and extra beds
- Children are welcome.
Important information
Optional extras
The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.
- A pet fee will be charged
- Service animals are exempt from fees
This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.
You need to know
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
- This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts cash. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Balnagowan Cottage - family friendly cottage have a pool?
No, this cottage doesn't have a pool.
Is Balnagowan Cottage - family friendly cottage family-friendly?
You bet! With amenities such as a playground, a BBQ and children's dinnerware, it's no surprise that Balnagowan Cottage - family friendly cottage is a winner with our family travellers.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at Balnagowan Cottage - family friendly cottage?
No, Balnagowan Cottage - family friendly cottage does not offer an airport shuttle service.
What time are check-in & check-out at Balnagowan Cottage - family friendly cottage?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
Is there a golf course on site at Balnagowan Cottage - family friendly cottage?
There isn't one on site, but Abernethy Golf Club is a short 12-minute walk away.
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