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Grouse Cottage

(Ref. 1054020)

Laggan, Northern Highlands & Cairngorms National Park Show on map

4.4

Sykes rating

  • 2 Guests

  • 1 Bedroom

  • 1 Bathroom

  • Pets No

Features

  • Off road parking
  • Ground floor accommodation
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Garden / Patio
  • Washing machine

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24 Customer Reviews

  • "Great location,nice property."

    No welcome from the owners and no instructions on how things worked but nothing was to complicated.DVDs in a drawer but no player, tv a bit small and the pillows were hard.Well equipped and comfortable.

    Reviewed by Richard4.4Aug 2024

  • "Apart from no Internet/WiFi, the cottage is lovely and cozy, all you need for a very relaxing week away, there is a Cafe 1/4 of a mile down the road that does home cooking/toasties/sarnies/a range of coffee's and other beverages are also available."

    The Deer Stalker Hotel 7 mile towards Dalwinnie does a range of meals if you don't want to cook on your hols. The Dalwinnie Distillery is a must and we enjoyed that as we took the 1 hour 45 minute tour with Robert being our guide (Top Man). We used the cottage as a base to rest at night as we were mostly touring during the day going to various locations. All in all we had a great week at Grouse Cottage, and if you do book up, look out for the heard of deer that gather in the field across the road, we saw them every night on our stay and counted 20 on two occasions. :-)

    Reviewed by Steven5.0Aug 2024

  • "A lovely property."

    We had trouble finding it even with a sat nav. Clean & a good place to use as a bace .could do with a new hot plate found it unusual there was no oven. Luckily we knew how to use a halogen cooker but an air fryer wouldn't go a miss all in all for our first time in Scotland it was a lovely property to stay in .

    Reviewed by Andrew3.4Jul 2024

  • "A small cozy lodging for two people."

    An old farmyard where the owner offers two cottages for rent. He lives on the premises and is kind and very helpful if you need assistance and information. No luxury, but all the basics for a nice stay. The place looks out over the fields along the Spey River, where you can go for a walk (or you can climb up the mountain behind the cottage). Special attractions nearby are the Highlands Folk Museum in Newtonmore, the Dalwhinnie Distillery, and the Stone marking the geographical centre of Scotland. All the nature and mountains of the Cairngorms are within reach. 15-22 June 2024

    Reviewed by Guy4.4Jun 2024

  • "Loved this place."

    The views and surrounding countryside are stunning. Went for a walking/hiking holiday and enjoyed every minute (even with a few downpours!). The cottage is snug and tidy, double-bed is good and comfortable. No wif-fi or phone signal but that's what we wanted. The best place to relax.

    Reviewed by Simon5.0May 2024

  • "It is an ok place to stay and explore the surrondings with a busy road at the front but a nice view at the other side of the road."

    a the back a smal place to sit looking out on the carpark. insde is everything you need with not so comfortable bench an chairs. Wifi was only in the kitchen.

    Reviewed by A.r.3.1May 2024

  • "The directions need to be better, why go through Pitlochry when one has to use the A9."

    On the northbound A9 take the Dalwhinne Distillery turning, stay on the road and after 5 miles you will pass the cottage. Simples Also, the image of the cottage provided showed the rear of the building never to be seen from the road. A roadside image would be an advantage. All in all a very pleasant experience and highly recommended.

    Reviewed by Peter5.0Sep 2023

  • "Deal location and a great view from cottage."

    Easy access to nearby 'A' roads. Parking on site. Owner polite and helpful. On the downside, toilet flushing in the adjacent cottage is loud enough to wake you up at night. Lots of exposed copper piping throughout the cottage, a coat of white paint would help.

    Reviewed by Kenneth3.8Jun 2023

  • "Gorgeous cottage with wonderful views outside."

    The hosts are helpful and friendly. Would recommend!

    Reviewed by Bartosz4.7Jan 2023

  • "Best cottage ever!"

    ! Out of tourist area so fair prices. You have to find out things for yourself in the cottage. Everything you need is there. So it feels like your own home. Owner always willing to help.

    Reviewed by Marc5.0Sep 2022

  • "Beautiful cottage in a beautiful location!"

    If you love the outdoors and the stunning scenery the highlands have to offer then stay here! Don't be put off by the remote location as everything you could need is easily accessible. The cottage itself is very comfortable and cosy, well equipped with everything you could possibly thing off. Maybe a blind in the bedroom for the sky lights but it didn't bother us too much. The owner is what makes this cottage, very friendly and welcoming with plenty of knowledge too. Will definitely be booking again and look forward to our next stay. :)

    Reviewed by Louise4.7Aug 2022

  • "Charming little cottage."

    Clean and comfortable. Lovely cafe nearby

    Reviewed by Elizabeth5.0Jun 2022

  • "Cosy cottage, great base for exploring Creag Meagaidh, Monadliath and Western Cairngorms."

    Very chilled getaway, facilities nearby in Newtonmore. Warm reception from host. Not that easy to find on arrival, marked as Lagg on Ordnance Survey maps.

    Reviewed by Rupert5.0Oct 2021

  • "The location was indeed very central and stunning."

    Glad it wasn't hot as the window in bedroom was high up out of reach. No real oven so glad we like salads ! Couple of cracked plates found, and cottage could do with spring-clean; basic clean done so that's fine. We had a power cut but this was resolved fairly quickly and the owner, when we finally met, had some good local knowledge on things to see. Plenty of heating and shower etc fine. But romantic, not really!!

    Reviewed by A3.8Oct 2021

  • "The cottage was warm and comfortable, perfect for exploring the surrounding area, the only real problem was find the cottage initially, the postcode in the satnav took us several hundred yards up and around a hill to other premises."

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    Reviewed by Peter4.7Sep 2021

  • "Whilst the cottage itself was lovely, it wasn't clean enough and we transferred to alternative accommodation after two nights there."

    This cottage will be great following a deep clean. Also, the pipe noise from next door is really loud, the central heating is controlled by the main house and not from the cottage and the skylights can't be opened. I can appreciate the end of the main holiday season is a tricky time to get things right but we were disappointed by what felt like lack of due care and attention to cleanliness of the property. Location was good and outside terrace garden very pretty.

    Reviewed by Iona2.5Sep 2021

  • "Beautiful location, the owner is very knowledgeable about the area and can give some good tips about where to go."

    Reviewed by Dean5.0Aug 2021

  • "A nice little cottage."

    Constructive: The pan were dirty and required cleaning. Water system is noisy and if someone in the other cottages uses over night then it may wake you up. Needs an oven. Skylight in bedroom has no blind so you will wake up early. Could do with a folder explaining local area and restaurants etc. Positives: Great Location for exploring Quiet despite being on road. No mobile or wifi :-)

    Reviewed by Justyn3.8Aug 2021

  • "Better signage outside cottage, the view from the window is magical The ..."

    Better signage outside cottage, the view from the window is magical The cottage has everything needed Well based to explore all points of the compass

    Reviewed by Andrew5.0Jul 2021

  • "What a fantastic and relaxing break."

    This is a charming, rustic and traditional cottage set in quiet and scenic rural surroundings. It had everything we needed, located close to some incredibly beautiful local sights. Lochs, hills, waterfalls, beach, the wolftrax bike trails and many more. The owners were friendly, and full of local info. They couldn't have dome any more to welcome us. We will be back...

    Reviewed by George5.0Jul 2021

  • "A bit more accurate directions would be helpful"

    Reviewed by Jean3.8Jul 2021

  • "Basic accommodation, clean and comfortable but could improve by installing a proper oven (halogen oven provided at present) and broadband, maybe a little bit of updating required but all in all a very enjoyable stay."

    Reviewed by Debi3.1Jun 2021

  • "Grouse cottage is perfect for a cosy romantic trip to get away from the outside world."

    The cottage itself is immaculate and cosy, perfect for snuggling up next to the fire. It was just what we needed.

    Reviewed by Kate4.7Dec 2020

  • "Great location."

    Comfortable cottage. Clean and well presented

    Reviewed by Tracey4.7Oct 2020

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Summary

  • All ground-floor
  • One double bedroom
  • Shower room with walk-in shower, basin heated towel rail and WC
  • Kitchen
  • Living/dining area with electric fire
  • Shared laundry room
  • Oil-fired central heating and electric fire
  • Electric hob, fridge/freezer, shared washing machine, shared tumble dryer and TV
  • Fuel and power inc. in rent
  • Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
  • Off-road parking for one car
  • Shared courtyard with decking with furniture and charcoal BBQ
  • Sorry, no pets and no smoking
  • Shop 1.8 miles, pub 7 miles
  • Note: There are stairs down to the kitchen and shower room which may not be suitable for those with limited mobility
  • Note: Mobile phone coverage may not be available at the property due to rural location

The property

A quaint cottage sitting in the perfect position for a romantic escape to the Central Highlands, Grouse Cottage promises to be the perfect romantic hideaway for you and your loved one, at any time of year.

An all ground-floor, traditionally-styled abode resting on the outskirts of Laggan, this characterful cottage is ideally situated for exploring the very best of the Cairngorms National Park.

Enter the living/dining space and flick on the electric woodburning stove effect fire, bringing a romantic aura to the room as you sit together at the dining table to enjoy a delicious home-cooked meal.

Unwind into your evening on the sofa before the television for quality time together when you're not out exploring, and be sure to pop a bottle of something special in the fridge for those celebratory moments.

The kitchen can be found just a few steps down from the living/dining room, hosting a good range of utensils and appliances to assist you on your self-catered stay, or make the most of the countryside breeze by firing up the barbecue and sitting out on the shared decking.

The shower room can be found sitting in the same area as the kitchen, where you can enjoy a refreshing rinse before heading back up the stairs to the double bedroom where you can rejuvenate ahead of your next action-packed day.

Choose Grouse Cottage for the ultimate romantic retreat in Scotland.

Note: This property can be booked with Ref. 1054013, together sleeping four guests.

EPC Rating: Band E

Laggan Cottages

Two traditionally-styled, quaint cottages, boasting a fantastic position from which to explore the countryside of Scotland, the Laggan Cottages make the perfect pair for an escape with family or friends to the Central Highlands. Sitting within the Cairngorms National Park, you can expect to find a plethora of beautiful landscapes all around you, with the River Spey being just a short stroll away making a charming spot for a picnic in the summer months. Both cottages offer an all ground-floor layout, with each exterior and unique interior offering its own delights; Osprey Cottage is a beautiful whitewashed abode with an open-plan living space as its main hub where you can find a rustic open fire, while Grouse Cottage is a splendid stone-front cottage, with a living/dining room boasting an electric fire, while the kitchen can be found just a few steps down. Both cottages combine offer a wonderful layout for a variety of group needs, as well as offering an ultimate relaxing experience for you and your loved ones. Gather together in the shared courtyard each morning and enjoy a hearty breakfast amongst the company of family and friends, and soak in the beauty of the Monadhliath Mountains and the river, making a remarkable backdrop at any time of the year. Enjoy ample walking and cycling opportunities within the local area, the village centre of Laggan being just a scenic trip away where you can find the amenities of a pub and the Laggan Stores Coffee Bothy & Gallery, where you can enjoy a tasty treat and pick up a souvenir such as a print or canvas of local landscapes to take back home. Nearby Newtonmore is worth visiting for its golfing opportunities as well as the enticing museums of the Clan Macpherson Museum and Highland Folk Museum where you can learn of the rich history of the Highlands. Sitting within the Cairngorms National Park you can find something here for every type of adventure seeker; choose to tackle the summit of Ben Macdui, the second highest mountain in Britain providing panoramic views and a day out to remember, or explore the unique attractions of the only sled dog centre, and the first permanent bridge-based bungee jump in the UK! In easy reach of Fort William and Skye to the left, and Aviemore and Dalwhinnie to the right of the holiday homes, the Laggan Cottages make the perfect choice for your escape to the Scottish Highlands.

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About the location

LAGGAN

Newtonmore 8 miles; Fort William 47 miles.

Located in the Cairngorms National Park in the Central Highlands, the village of Laggan is surrounded by the Monadhliath and Grampian mountain ranges. Featured in TV’s ‘Monarch of the Glen’, the village and its surroundings offer plentiful opportunities for exploring the tranquil countryside and its wide variety of wildlife such as golden eagles, osprey and red deer. Just 8 miles away is Newtonmore, which overlooks the River Spey in the Cairngorms National Park, boasting several shops and pubs as well as the Newtonmore Craft Centre and two award-winning museums. The area offers fine golf, fishing, pony trekking, walking, bird-watching, climbing, skiing and cycling, with the Laggan Wolftrax mountain bike centre close by. An ideal base from which to discover all that this scenic part of Scotland has to offer.

Note: Mobile phone coverage may not be available at the property due to rural location

This property offers the following short breaks:

  • Winter
  • Off-season
  • Last minute
  • Christmas