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Birch Croit

Aviemore (12mls NE), The Highlands
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Sleeps 2
Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 1
3 star
Downstairs bedroom
Downstairs bathroom
Open fire / wood burner
Internet access
Pub nearby
Shop nearby
Fishing on site / nearby
Romantic
Parking on site / nearby
Towels included
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At a glance

  • Idyllic old stone cottage set in a peaceful location in Nethy Bridge is perfect  to get-away from it all
  • Explore the beautiful gardens with a variety of bird life and re squirrels, walking and cycling from the front door
  • Relax in in front of the cosy wood burner after a day out exploring the Highlands of Scotland
Property code: 28823

Escape to the Highlands for an idyllic romantic break for two amongst stunning countryside and picture-perfect views – but don’t forget Fido! Located 11 miles from Aviemore within the Cairngorms National Park, you’d be barking mad to resist the vast array of walks from your doorstep. Discover secluded lochs, spectacular wildlife and ancient woodland, returning to the old-world feel of this cosy cottage. A sunset stroll around the grounds is the perfect way to round off your day, perhaps sizzling something special on the shared BBQ for supper.

 

Inside, the cottage is intimate, cosy and thoughtfully designed, featuring everything you need to relax and unwind in comfort. Throw Rover a bone, and fetch yourself an indulgent hot chocolate to sip by the wood burner, a delicious sensation when the wind is howling outside! Whip up decadent dinners in the kitchen ready to enjoy by candlelight, followed by a well-earned soak in your very own en-suite bath before bed. Wake up to fresh coffee on the private patio, looking out over the shared gardens as your beloved hound sniffs the morning dew.

 

Leave no stick unfetched as you explore to your hearts content, navigating the banks of the River Spey and padding along scenic trails within the Abernethy National Nature Reserve less than a mile away. Slightly further afield are the impressive sights of Loch an Eilein 13 miles away, and Loch Morlich 14 miles away – two freshwater lochs with fantastic walks. A visit to Cairngorm Brewery is a must 10.5 miles away, stopping for a pub lunch at Nethy Bridge beforehand. The Nethy Bridge Hotel is a particularly good choice as Muttley is guaranteed a warm welcome!

  • Sleeps 2
  • Bedroom – with king-size zip-and-link beds (can be made as a twin on request)
  • 1 en-suite bathroom with Shower over bath and WC
  • Electric oven, hob, fridge with ice box and microwave
  • TV and DVD
  • Woodburner with a welcome basket of logs and kindling included
  • Electric and included
  • Wi-Fi included
  • Utility room: in the cellar accessed down four steps outside the cottage providing storage for sports equipment and wet weather gear
  • Shared gardens with, summer house and seating areas
  • BBQ available on request
  • Private off-road parking available
  • Shop, pub and restaurant within walking distance.
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00, unless otherwise stated in your arrival details
  • 1 dog allowed. Dogs are charged at £20 each per full or part week
  • There is an Accidental Damage Deposit of £150 when booking at this property, however this may be waived for £20. We’ll provide more details about this when booking your holiday.

Catherine Stewart

This property is personally managed by Catherine.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 31 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Nicky 1st November 2024

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A lovely location with a gorgeous garden. The cottage was really cosy and warm which was lovely as we stayed in November. It was so lovely to see all the birds that came to the feeders and the red squirrel.

Reviewed by Neil 11th October 2024

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A small but lovely quiet cottage. The kitchen area has all we needed and the heating kept it nice and warm, even on the cold days. The bedroom had plenty of storage and the bed was extremely comfortable. We also used the woodburner which was great in the evenings. Definitely recommended for a couple. Plenty of great walks straight from the door andRead more our dog enjoyed it as well. Hide

Reviewed by Stephen 20th September 2024

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A lovely place to stay, lots of peace and quiet with loads of wild birds and red squirrels in the large garden, we stayed for two weeks and thought it was brilliant,

Reviewed by Chloe 15th September 2024

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Fantastic location, quiet and peaceful, good value thank you

Reviewed by Ian 6th September 2024

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Hidden gem. Superb location, very well equipped, warm, everything works, beautiful garden. Highly recommend.

Reviewed by Carol 30th August 2024

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Reviewed by Iris 16th August 2024

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A small adorable cottage with some room for improvement in a great area A really nice and large garden to walk around. Good bed with electric blanket for cold days. Wood fireplace with wood to use and nice owner. We felt very comfortable. And last but not least: It would be desirable if there were already some things in the kitchen so as not to havRead moree to buy everything, such as spices (salt, pepper), sugar, oil. Hide

Reviewed by Ian 9th August 2024

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Birch Croit is a most wonderful basic cottage set in glorious surroundings ideal for exploring some the best Scotland has to offer.

Reviewed by Grant 26th July 2024

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Reviewed by Jordan 16th July 2024

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Overall a lovely little cottage in a great area for walking. Would happily come back again.

Reviewed by Italo 21st June 2024

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Excellent cottage lovely place i would recommend it

Reviewed by Julia 17th June 2024

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Reviewed by Wendy 10th June 2024

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Birch Croit is a little gem of a place for couples who want to get away from the hustle and bustle. There are so many natural attractions near and in Nethy Bridge. It became a routine for us to walk across the road through the forest on the well-maintained paths. We saw so many birds (and heard even more) which was great for birders like ourselves.Read more But we didn't really have to step off the property to see birds as the gardens attract them. We had a great stay! Hide

Reviewed by Alison 2nd June 2024

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Reviewed by Liz 15th March 2024

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The cottage is lovely and cosy and is a very welcoming. Along with the woodburner which makes it feel very cosy and homely after a long day hiking. I felt very at home here and comfortable. The surrounding area is charming with walks straight from the house, and even a little shop which supplies everything from pies to firewood. If you hop in your Read morecar, there are local trails and circular walks taking you to various lochs which are absolutely beautiful. Overall would return and recommend. Hide

Reviewed by Craig 16th February 2024

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200 yards walk from Abernethy Forest and all its trails. Lovely village. Very quiet and relaxing. Cottage does the job as accommodation but do not expect wow factor inside.

Reviewed by Kariesha 19th January 2024

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This is a lovely cottage in a fabulous setting, with a variety of walks to suit all from the door step. Its close to a village shop and cafe and only a few miles to nearest town for everything else. The facilities in the cottage could do with updating, particularly the oven as you have to guess the temperature and the television etc could be more uRead moreser friendly if updated. Hide

Reviewed by Gavin 19th November 2023

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Reviewed by Emily 3rd November 2023

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Lovely cottage and a beautiful spacious garden.

Reviewed by Irene 27th October 2023

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Great location. Not quite as cosy as I expected but adequate. Owners very helpful. Very pleasant cottage.

Reviewed by John 15th September 2023

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Needs a bit of TLC.

Reviewed by Susan 28th July 2023

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This is a lovely little cottage and the garden is fabulous. Our little dog had a lovely time. A little upgrade to interiors , TV and cooking equipment make this even better.

Reviewed by Marc 14th July 2023

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pleasant and quit cottage, very neat, surrounded by a large garden

Reviewed by Claire 19th June 2023

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Birch Croit is a beautiful little cottage set in lovely peaceful gardens with lots of birds and wildlife. It has everything needed to cook for yourself and a woodburing stove for warmth, although we didn't need this due to the warm summer weather. It's a good base for exploring the Cairngorms and it's close to many lovely forest walks. The owners wRead moreere very nice and made sure we knew how to find them if there were any issues, although we had none. Hide

Reviewed by Tim 19th May 2023

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Good value, lovely location, and well equipped.

Reviewed by Bob 14th May 2023

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Reviewed by Dorota 1st May 2023

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Very nice and cosy wee cottage. Well equipped, very warm, hot water instantly, comfortable bed. Spacious garden with birds to watch. The host is available for most of the time if you need any assistance. The village is a gem of Cairngorms, very convenient location for visiting nearby lochs and woodlands. Close to shops and attractions in Aviemore. Read moreDefinitely recommended. Hide

Reviewed by Liam 23rd April 2023

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We had a fantastic week at Birch Croit. The cottage is cozy, and comfortable. It's ideally located for exploring the Cairngorms

Reviewed by Aran 18th March 2023

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Reviewed by Clare 11th February 2023

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Reviewed by Jeannette 9th December 2022

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Peaceful and quiet,ideal location to get out and about when there is less snow.Cafe in village has lovely tray bakes.

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