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"A very comfortable place to stay, the description was very accurate."
The kitchen was very well equipped (including an oven dish the right size for baking camembert!). A very quiet location. Didnt take full advantage of the bathtub, but it was great to be able to soak tired feet while showering! Clear instructions and good communication with the owners.
Reviewed by RonaJun 2022
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"Excellent home, very clean and good quality furniture and linens."
Only negative was two seater couch could have been more comfortable. House has everything you need, we spent more time indoors as we went during December and Aviemore gave us lots of snow, log fire was excellent super warm and easy to use house was very warm and cozy. Will hopefully be back in the spring
Thank you so much for your lovely comments. So glad you enjoyed your stay at Steam Cottage and in Aviemore. Hope to be able to welcome you again in the spring Property Owner
Reviewed by AliceNov 2021
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"Lovely cosy cottage, some problems, but owner S."
Peat was very helpful and quick to sort out the problems, location excellent for walks. Would recommend this delightful cottage...
Gwen and Richard June 2021
Thank for taking the time to register your lovely feedback, and for being so understanding when an unforeseen issues arose, glad we were able to get this sorted promptly, we would love to welcome back at the property and hope to see you again soon. Property Owner
Reviewed by RichardJun 2021
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"I have booked with you before and upon entering I have said this is lovely, I did not get this feeling with cottage, It just did not look as nice as it looked on booking."
It looked rather dull a couple of the chairs in the living room one looked rather dirty, the other had stains and even the sofa coverings looked in need of a wash the sofa was a little tired. The fire glass was black you could not see it when lit it was in need of a good clean. My preference when it comes to towels in rented places they should be white, like the bedding that was lovely clean and white. The cooker hood had not been given a clean for quite sometime so was the cottage give a full COVID CLEAN in the first place. The hoover was full of dirt it had not been emptied for us. I left a note for the owner about that and the cooker hood. I was under the impression with COVID all places are given a more thorough clean, and I feel this was not a shame really because it is a nice cottage and with the Steam Train running at the back it really could be a beautiful place if only give just a quick coat of paint more where the fire is because the ceiling has not been done when that fire was put in. Sorry to complain but if people keep writing in the visitors book all is lovely things will never be sorted.
We are sorry to hear that you have not experienced our usual high standards
of cleanliness during your recent visit. I have passed your comments onto
my cleaner so that they may address the issues raised accordingly.
Unfortunately we had a leak from the water tank which caused water damage to
the living room ceiling just prior to re-opening and this has taken longer
to repair than we would have liked due to availability of parts.
We have new sofas for both the living room and conservatory on order and
they are due to be delivered in early July. I can also confirm that the
living room chair has now been replaced.
Thank you for taking the time to bring these issues to my attention. We ask
that guests bring issues to our attention as soon as they arise, if possible
during their stay, in order that we can respond immediately.
Once again please accept my apologies for not receiving the standard either
you or we would expect.
Property Owner
Reviewed by LindaMay 2021
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"Hi we had a great time at the cottage."
The beds were comfortable and it was very clean. There were a lot of nice walks nearby and also cycle tracks. We would come again.
We are so pleased you had a great time at Steam Cottage and look forward to seeing you again in the not too distant future Property Owner
Reviewed by LindaSep 2020
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"Every thing was exactly as expected completely satisfied with the accommodation recommend it to anyone."
Thank you for your lovely comments and for choosing our property for your stay. We hope to welcome you again soon Property Owner
Reviewed by NormanSep 2020
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"The use of the shed to store our bikes was really useful."
The house was warm. The hosts left out vittles which was really nice. We also got a view of the Steam railway as it came past the house during lunch.
Thank you for your lovely comments. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay and we
look forward to welcoming you again in the not too distant future Property Owner
Reviewed by MarkAug 2020
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"The house was very clean and well appointed."
Clear instructions for the use of facilities i.e. the fire and washing machine. Lovely to be able to watch the steam train going past from the good sized conservatory. Walking distance to lots of shops. Would recommend visiting the fudge shop and brewery and also a very local co-op.
Reviewed by PaulDec 2019
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"Arriving late in the evening, in the rain, not an issue, however if the outside light was on a sensor it would have made things a lot easier to unlock the small key safe and made for a pleasant arrival."
We also received an email, requesting the arrival time, we assumed this was so the heating would have been put on to make our arrival nice and cosy! Being in the hospitality business ourselves, it appeared with the long list of do's and don'ts was a little unwelcoming. We felt very uncomfortable that if we did not leave with everything done, we would be charged, as we had to leave really early this was a challenge.
Obviously in hospitality, we all need to make a buck or two, but good/excellent service does play an important role in this.
Based on the above, we would find it very difficult to recommend to our friends
Thank you for your comments regarding your stay at Steam Cottage. I was sorry to hear that the heating
was not on on your arrival, this should have been the case and I can only apologise that it was not. Thank
you for the suggestion of a sensor for the light at the entrance door. This is a great idea and we are hoping
to install a new light within the next few weeks.
Property Owner
Reviewed by EwanOct 2019
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"I love Steam Cottage in Aviemore and would recommend to anyone."
It is very peaceful being situated at the far end of the village. I especially love watching and hearing the Steam trains from the garden and the conservatory. The log burning fire with it's own wood store is a bonus too!
Reviewed by AnnSep 2019
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"Nice little cottage,well located, perfectly clean and comfortable ,well equiped."
We have appreciated the conservatory .
Reviewed by MartineJun 2019
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"We had a lovely half-term week at Steam Cottage, as despite the lack of snow, we still managed two days skiiing at The Lecht, and then cycling from Boat of Garten to Loch Garten, train rides and a visit to the Highland WiIdlife Park."
The cottage is warm, welcoming and well-equipped, and perfectly situated for the facilities in Aviemore and the surrounding area.
Reviewed by SarahFeb 2019
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"A lovely cosy bungalow in a spectacular location."
spending great days in the splendour of autumn, with stunning colours, and well managed forests. Footpaths are well maintained and everywhere is litter free.
I had a morning doing a hilltop walk with the rangers and other walkers to meet up with the herds of very friendly, yet wild reindeer. This had to be the highlight of my holiday. Then to return to a lovely warm and welcoming bungalow - just couldn't be better. It was great to see the steam train running across the bottom of the garden, and of course we had a trip on the train, ending with lunch in the cairngorm hotel. The people in Scotland are very friendly and helpful.
I would definitely go again and recommend steam cottage to all my friends and family.
Thank you for a wonderful holiday.
Thank you so much for your lovely comments. We are so pleased that you had such an enjoyable stay
in Steam Cottage as well as in Aviemore. Property Owner
Reviewed by NormaOct 2018
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"Steam Cottage makes a perfect base for a Cairngorm holiday."
It is within easy distance to shops, cafes, restaurants, and all the local activities.
Also the cottage itself is like a home away from home, so cosy and comfortable. Its also well equipped, particularly in the kitchen department, with appliances and utensils.
Reviewed by ColinAug 2018
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"Great little cottage we'll equipped in kitchen could do with updating sofas not ..."
Great little cottage we'll equipped in kitchen could do with updating sofas not very comfortable all ways slipping on to floor
Reviewed by DuncanJul 2018
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"Lovely cottage."
Well situated to visit the Spey area. Slightly too far to walk into town for older people!
The cottage was very well equipped.
Reviewed by IanJun 2018
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"Really enjoyed our stay in Aviemore."
Staying in the double room, it was a delight to wake in the morning and step straight out into the conservatory. Lovely scenic area which is close to many interesting activities.
Had a great time!
Reviewed by GwenllianMay 2018
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"Steam was a good base for skiing."
Comfortable, clean and within easy reach of amenities could not ask for more.
Reviewed by ColinFeb 2018
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"Nice holiday in a lovely place."
Thank you for going extra steps for us (Christmas tree!)
Reviewed by PeterDec 2017
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"Steam Cottage is in a very central position for enjoying all areas around Aviemore and there are good eating places for all tastes about."
Reviewed by AnneJun 2017
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"It was a good base to enjoy the Cairngorms."
We found the cottage cozy and warm and had everything that we needed for our stay.
Reviewed by SheilaFeb 2017
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"Very comfortable, plenty for kids to do and an amazing log fire."
Reviewed by JillDec 2016
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"There is a shower over the bath."
It would be a good idea to put some hand rails on the wall. and maybe a non slip mat in the bath.
Being of a certain age, It can be very treacherous trying to step in and out of the bath and some help from a hand rail would be an advantage, the ones on the side of the bath are too low down.
Also the water from the shower is not very warm.
Everything else couldn't have been better, we had a great holiday, Thank you.
Reviewed by NormaOct 2016