Guests say
Dolce Casa is a spacious, well-equipped cottage in a superb location close to Grantown-on-Spey's high street and local amenities. Guests consistently praise the kitchen, layout, and suitability for families and groups. Many found the property comfortable and appreciated the thoughtful touches, such as welcome packs, though these are not guaranteed. While most reviews highlight cleanliness and comfort, some mention maintenance issues, hard mattresses, and the garden needing attention. The hot tub is often unavailable. Overall, Dolce Casa offers an excellent base for exploring the Highlands, with its positives far outweighing the negatives.
Most guests found the property clean and tidy, with several describing it as spotless on arrival. However, a notable minority reported issues such as crumbs, mould, dusty surfaces, and floors needing attention. Some guests felt cleaning standards could be improved, especially given the extended cleaning times due to Covid-19.
The location is highly praised, with guests loving the proximity to the high street, shops, restaurants, and Anagach Woods. The cottage is described as peaceful yet central, making it an ideal base for exploring the Cairngorms and surrounding area. Some mention the nearby petrol station, but this does not detract significantly from the overall positive feedback.
Guests generally found the cottage spacious and comfortable, with cosy living areas and good facilities for families. However, several reviews mention very firm or uncomfortable mattresses and some issues with sofas and heating in certain rooms. Most guests still enjoyed a relaxing stay.
The property is well equipped, especially the kitchen, and offers good amenities for groups and families, including games and a utility area. Some guests experienced maintenance issues such as broken tiles, showers, or garden furniture, and the hot tub is often unavailable. The garden and games room could benefit from more regular upkeep.
Many guests appreciated welcome packs and thoughtful touches such as clear instructions, child-friendly features, and responsive maintenance. However, it should be noted that gifts or welcome packs are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
This delightful detached two storey cottage which is situated in a quiet lane rests in the village of Grantown-On-Spey, home to local amenities and a variety of outdoor pursuits.
The cottage is an ideal retreat for a family or a group of friends, as the accommodation offers flexibility with a king size bedroom and twin bedroom upstairs sharing a family bathroom.
Also upstairs is a double bedroom with private shower and on the ground floor a further double with an adjacent walk-in shower, making it ideal for guests who may struggle with stairs.
Upon entering you will be greeted by a spacious open-plan sitting room with solid oak wooden flooring, comfortable L shaped seating, and a multi fuel stove central to the layout.
A high end fitted kitchen is located across the way, with black gloss units and wooden counter-tops for a high quality finish.
Open up the French doors to a wonderful patio area and a beautiful place to relax with a drink or two.
A utility room and two shower rooms join the ground floor, with the addition of a snug, for a cosy afternoon reading session.
Lastly, discover the family bathroom which is elevated by a corner bath, and an overhead shower to compliment your stay.
There is a large double garage, which has been converted into a games room to include a snooker/pool table, table football and darts to keep both the little and big kids amused.
Centrally placed, guests can easily walk to the local bakery, butchers and newsagents, or perhaps pop out to one of the lively local pubs for pre-dinner drinks!
When you have enjoyed the outdoors and the pretty gardens in their entirety, why not adventure further afield; choose to take a leisurely stroll around the shops, or try out the collection of activities available including mountain biking, fishing, golfing on the area’s five courses, walking in the surrounding hills and woodlands, birdwatching and of course following the Castle and Whisky trails.
In season, skiing is a popular activity at the nearby Cairngorms and Lecht Ski Centres, while the scenery of the Cairngorms National Park is not to be missed. EPC Rating: Band C
Grantown-on-Spey is in the heart of the Scottish Highlands. It has a variety of shops, bars and restaurants in the town and it can be used as a base for exploring the varied pursuits of the area. Enjoy fishing, golfing on the area's two courses, walking in the surrounding hills and woodlands, bird watching and of course following the Castle and Whisky trails. In season, skiing is a popular activity at the nearby Cairngorms and Lecht Ski Centres, while the scenery of the Cairngorms National Park offers tranquil respite from a hectic life, no matter what the season.
Short-term Holiday Let Licence No: HI-70276-FEPC Rating: Band C
Accommodation
Four bedrooms: 1 x king-size, 1 x ground floor double, 1 x double, 1 x twin.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Ground floor shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Ground floor shower room with shower, basin and WC.
Open-plan sitting, kitchen and dining area with multi-fuel stove.
Utility.
Snug.
Oil central heating with multi-fuel stove.
Electric double oven and ceramic hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, TV's with Freeview and DVD Player, WiFi, selection of books, games and DVDs.
Fuel, power and starter pack for fire included in rent.
Bed linen, towels and tea towels included in rent.
Off-road parking for 2 cars.
Additional parking space other side of lockable double garage, which is for use as a games room and storage.
Rear garden, secure and private, with seating areas on artificial grass, decked seating area which is accessed by double french doors from the dining area.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop, Pub & Restaurant all under 5 mins walk.
Child, Infant and Baby friendly with Highchair, Cot and Stair Gates all available.
Note: Ramp access at the property.
Reviews (52)
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James
It was well equipped and had everything we needed. We were a party of 6 adults and two children and had plenty of space both inside and out. The garden was ideal of the children - very child friendly and the children enjoyed many a treasure hunt. The house was well situated for the shops and the pubs - the Ben Mhor and the Claymore being out favourites. Anagach woods was on the doorstep and it was lovely for an evening walk with the children to tire them out. There was also a lovely welcome pack to greet us which everyone enjoyed. A 5 out of 5 cottage. Thank you.
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Rebecca
Upon arrival, we were greeted with a starter pack with drinks and snack food along with a booklet with instructions on all the appliances within the cottage and the housekeepers numbers if needed. Everything was supplied for you ie multiple frying pans, sauce pans, roasting trays, jugs, washing liquid, dishwasher tablets. The cottage is kid friendly with retractable stair gates if needed, plates and cutlery for kids along with a cot and mattress supplied. Lovely open fireplace with logs (just enough for your first night) There was firestick in the living room TV however it was very slow, may of needed an update or something. The bedrooms were spacious, the upstairs double bed was very hard and uncomfortable to sleep on but thats just personal preference! The other upstairs double was much better so we just moved to that on the second night. The cottage was in a great location, a very short walk into the highstreet. The game room was great, with great variety of DVDs and board games but i would recommend to bring your own as some of the games had stuff missing. Overall, this was an wonderful property and would definitely stay again in the future!
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Iain
It is perfect for visits to Grantown with my 87 year old mother as it has ground floor facilities for her. I think we've visited 5 or 6 times now. My only negative feedback is the garden which badly needs some love and care. It's in a pretty awful state. Feel free to edit my last sentence out and then publish review