Guests say
Woodford in Boat of Garten is a well-equipped cottage praised for its great location and thoughtful host, Bernadette. Guests enjoyed the local amenities, including a village store and restaurants, and found it ideal for family holidays with nearby attractions. The interior is better than its exterior suggests, offering a comfortable stay with some minor issues noted.
The property was described as perfectly clean upon arrival by one guest, but another noted dirty windows and a need for a cleaner microwave, suggesting room for improvement.
The location is highly praised for its convenience, proximity to local attractions, and the availability of a village store and restaurants, making it a special place for guests.
While the property is generally found to be comfortable and well-decorated, some guests mentioned uncomfortable sofas and issues with the heating system.
The property is well-equipped with a kitchen that has manuals for everything, and two en suite bathrooms. However, there were difficulties with operating the combi microwave and a mention of confusing instructions for an app.
The host, Bernadette, is noted for being helpful and communicative, enhancing the guest experience. However, there is no mention of gifts, so it is not possible to assess thoughtfulness in this context.
About this property
a four bedroom family detached property, set in a peaceful village amongst heather clad hills and native woodlands in the heart of the Cairngorms National Park.. 1 step to entrance.
Ground Floor:
Living room: Freeview Smart TV, Woodburner
Kitchen: Breakfast Area, Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher
Utility Room: Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed, Freeview Smart TV
Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
Separate Toilet.
First Floor:
Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed, Freeview Smart TV
Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
Bedroom 3: Double (4ft 6in) Bed, Freeview Smart TV
Bedroom 4: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bathroom: Bath, Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet.
Electric heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial logs for wood burner included. Travel cot, highchair and 2 stairgates. Welcome pack. . Lawned garden with sitting-out area. Bike store. Electric vehicle charging point, at cost. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking.. Woodford is a tastefully presented and exceptionally furnished family home. The ground floor has a semi open plan design with a large well-equipped kitchen and dining space, open hallway leading to the living room with comfy sofas and a warming wood burner. The property benefits from ground floor facilities with a kingsize bedroom that has French doors opening onto the rear garden, and an en-suite shower room. The first floor has three further rooms, one with an en-suite shower room and separate family bathroom. Outside an enclosed front garden and a rear lawned seating area is an ideal place for a family barbecue, evening. The ground floor has a kingsize bedroom with French doors opening onto the rear garden and an en-suite shower room. There is also a well appointed utility room with washing machine and dryer. The first floor has three further bedrooms, one with an en-suite shower room and separate family bathroom. Outside an enclosed drinks or that morning spot for a coffee and relaxing start to the day. There is also Asgaard bike storage, electric car charging point, and the property is heated heated via electric heating panels, making this a very eco-friendly stay.
Enjoying a quiet setting in the lovely village of Boat of Garten, Woodford makes the perfect base for exploring the Cairngorms National Park, one of the most scenic and special holiday destinations in Scotland. The house has been equipped and furnished to an excellent standard to ensure a comfortable and enjoyable holiday with your every need taken care of. The village is in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and is known as the ’osprey village’, as ospreys nest in the nearby Abernethy rspb Nature Reserve of Loch Garten. Lying next to the mighty River Spey, the village has two shops and is opposite a local hotel which has indoor and outdoor dining and bar. One of the best restaurants in the area is within a short walk. The village also boasts the Boat of Garten Golf Club - a James Braid designed 18-hole hidden gem with stunning scenery. There are numerous forest walks and cycle trails right on the doorstep and the steam train arrives at Boat of Garten rail station regularly. The vibrant town of Aviemore is situated in the heart of the Cairngorms National Park and is only a few miles away and boasts a wide range of shops, restaurants and bars. There is also an array of outdoor activities nearby including skiing and snowboarding, mountain and quad biking, climbing, hill walking, fishing and of course cycling as well as a variety of water sports on nearby Loch Insh, Loch Morlich and the River Spey. Take a trip on the Cairngorm Mountain Railway, visit the Cairngorm Reindeer Centre, the Highland Wildlife Park at nearby Kingussie or the Landmark Forest Adventure Park at Carrbridge or the Rothiemurchas Estate with a whole host of exciting outdoor activities, including archery, pony trekking or quad bike trekking - all within easy reach. Visit the lovely Spey Valley golf course or the Dalfaber Leisure Resort with its wonderful array of leisure activities. Shop, pub and restaurant 100 yards
Free WiFi
Electric vehicle charging at charging points only.
There is an electric vehicle charging point available for guest use, this has an additional charge payable directly to the owner.
EPC Rating = F
Letting licence no.: HI70759F
Reviews (9)
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Nicholas
Cottages were confusing with their instructions. Telling me that I needed to download an app but not which one. When i was put in touch with the owner Bernadette things went very smoothly with responsive communication. The house is very nice, well equipped and in a good location. Would recommend on the basis of this and Bernadette but not Cottages
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Confirmed Guest
Not the prettiest on the outside by any stretch of the imagination but much better inside but still a few things that were not good.Windows: FilthySofas: UncomfortableHeating: either too hot on too coldKitchen: Combi microwave was very difficult to operate and can do with a good cleanToilet brushes: one was disgusting in utility room wc the others need be replaced
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B.
We enjoyed our stay and recommend it. It was great to have 2 en suite bathrooms and we enjoyed a roaring fire in the living room. The kitchen was well equipped with manuals for everything. The shop next door had a great selection of fresh produce and everything we needed for our stay.