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Balnagowan Cottage - family friendly cottage

Riverside cottage with kitchen and fireplace

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Nestled in the heart of Nethy Bridge, Balnagowan Cottage is a secluded yet central retreat for families and explorers alike. Unwind by the log fire in the cozy living room with views across Spey Valley or enjoy high-speed fibre internet throughout this stylish home. A private half-acre garden awaits, complete with a sycamore grove, playground, double hammock and firepit.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 101507 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Balnagowan Cottage - family friendly cottage

Riverside cottage with kitchen and fireplace
This smoke-free cottage features laundry facilities, a garden and barbecues. The cottage has 5 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a sofa bed. Guests can enjoy a fireplace, and other amenities include a kitchen with a fridge and an oven. Limited housekeeping is available.
Guest accommodation at this cottage offers fireplaces and coffee/tea makers. This accommodation is furnished with sofa beds and desks. Kitchens offer fridges, microwaves, kitchenware and utensils and dishwashers.

Bathrooms include baths or showers and hairdryers. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • One pet total
  • Fee: GBP 30
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited housekeeping

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Ecotours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,507 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Checkin 16:00-00:00

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 30
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
1 total pets
Note from host: Dangerous animals allowed.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: GBP 30
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

416708

About the area

Located in Nethy Bridge, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Strathspey Steam Railway and Drumin Castle are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Abernethy Golf Club and Boat of Garten Golf Club. Landmark Forest Adventure Park and Cairngorm Reindeer Herd are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like ecotours. Visit our Nethy Bridge travel guide
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Nethy Bridge, Scotland

What's nearby

  • Ski touring at Loch Avon on the River Avon, Cairngorms National Park, Scotland
    Cairngorms National Park
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Much like their scotch, the new visitor center at the Macallan Estate is the perfect blend of new, old, and natural. I highly recommend the tour and tasting. #Culture photo contest
    Macallan Distillery
    43 min drive - 56.4 km
  • Inverness Castle featuring heritage elements, a castle and heritage architecture
    Inverness Castle
    47 min drive - 67.0 km
  • Inverness Cathedral which includes night scenes, heritage architecture and heritage elements
    Inverness Cathedral
    47 min drive - 66.1 km
  • Abernethy Golf Club
    12 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Aviemore Station
    19 min drive
  • Inverness (INV)
    60 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Boat Country Inn & Restaurant
    8 min drive
  • The Cairn Hotel
    14 min drive
  • Syhlet Brasserie
    8 min drive
  • Nethy House Cafe & Rooms
    4 min walk
  • Anderson's
    8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Balnagowan Cottage - family friendly cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total). There's a fee of GBP 30. Service animals are exempt from fees.

What time is check-in at Balnagowan Cottage - family friendly cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Balnagowan Cottage - family friendly cottage?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Balnagowan Cottage - family friendly cottage located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Abernethy Golf Club and within 6 miles (10 km) of Loch Garten Osprey Centre and Boat of Garten Golf Club. Grantown Museum and Lochan Dhu are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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Balnagowan Cottage - family friendly cottage Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 10 reviews

8.4

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Hazel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Wonderful cottage. Had a great few days here with our family and 2 young grandchildren. Would recommend to anyone planning such a trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynsay M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We all had a great weekend, kids & adults. Lovely house & garden plenty space to run around everything catered for. We would certainly return for another visit x
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Beth

Nick’s place had everything we needed and was homely, comfortable and warm

Nick’s place had everything we needed and was homely, comfortable and warm. Having a washing machine after getting muddy on walks and bike rides was fantastic and much needed. The surrounding area of Nethy Bridge is beautiful and a perfect location for local walks and exploring the Cairngorms.
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10/10 Excellent

Beth

Balnagowan Cottage had everything we needed and was homely, comfortable and warm

Balnagowan Cottage had everything we needed and was homely, comfortable and warm. Having a washing machine after getting muddy on walks and bike rides was fantastic and much needed. The surrounding area of Nethy Bridge is beautiful and a perfect location for local walks and exploring the Cairngorms.
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10/10 Excellent

Rob

First trip with the little ones!

We took so much stuff for the children that we didn’t need, the house had everything, that parents with young children need! Even down to bath toys! The house was set up so perfect that my little boy wants to come back. Great location to roam the highlands. Couldn’t fault it!!

8/10 Good

Lynne R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Easter Week Trip

This was our second time at Balnagowan Cottage. Last trip was Easter 2022. The house is excellent for families with the space inside and the garden. There are a couple of ‘tired bits’ of soft furnishings that could benefit from updating… bedding and duvets as these have been the same for the 2 years, and the majority of the blind cords are knotted and don t work. Additionally the plugs in the bath and downstairs shower room sink don t work. The overall cleanliness could be better in relation to dusting and hoovering of carpets.The communication prior to arrival and arranging departure was excellent and responsive. The location of the property is excellent and the guide provides accurate and useful information for the stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Patricia

What a great location for visiting Scotland! Firstly we traveled with kids who got so engrossed in the toys already in the home and therein started my holiday as there was no shouting for mummy! This was even before discovering the huge trampoline and swings outside that they loved! They needed to be watched as there’s a bit of a slope with a road on one side( but lots of trees shielding house from road), but it was a pleasure to be outdoors in the fresh air. Farm shop a few minutes walk away was great and we didn’t need a big supermarket shop. I highly recommend the Scottish blossom honey from Heather hills farm. The house had everything we needed to stay to enjoy it as well some sightseeing around including the steam train (adults enjoyed it more than the kids). The video/interactive view of the house plus the igloo Scot website blog about the location was super useful to have before hand and whilst there to get to know the history of the location. Thank you Nick
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10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Lovely property

Had everything we needed and more to travel with two under two. Wouldn't hesitate to rebooking!

10/10 Excellent

Karen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved our stay in Nethy Bridge

The house is absolutely lovely, and very well stocked. For a family group of 6 from the US, ranging in age from 6 to 80, we had everything we need to cook for a few nights. Great spices, olive oil, vinegar -- even coffee, tea, and a bottle of wine. The stay was delightful, and Nethy Bridge is a darling town!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lesley M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025