Guests say
Burnside House in Aviemore receives high praise for its cleanliness, comfort, and location, with many guests planning to return. The property is well-equipped, dog-friendly, and situated in a quiet area with easy access to local amenities and woodland walks. Some minor issues with maintenance and the removal of a hot tub were noted, but these did not significantly detract from the overall positive experience.
Guests consistently noted the property was spotless upon arrival, indicating a high standard of cleanliness that contributed positively to their stay.
The property's location is frequently commended for its quiet setting, proximity to town, and access to walks, making it an ideal base for exploring the Northern Highlands & Cairngorms National Park.
The majority of guests found the house comfortable, with cosy couches and beds. However, a few mentioned that the main bedroom mattress could be improved, slightly affecting the comfort score.
The house is well-equipped with good amenities, though some guests experienced issues with maintenance such as power sockets tripping and a missing hot tub, which was a disappointment for those who expected it.
While guests appreciated the overall experience, there is insufficient information regarding specific thoughtful gestures or gifts to accurately score this category.
About this property
Located on the North West edge of the Cairngorms National Park, in the town of Aviemore, is this charming detached cottage, Burnside House. This property is wonderfully placed in the Scottish Highlands and is less than an hour's drive away from the bustling city of Inverness, a real hot spot for tourists and locals alike. Ideal for pet lovers as there's a dog kennel with the house, you can bring up to two well-behaved dogs with you to explore the natural beauty surrounding the property, particularly its close proximity to a nearby mountain stream. Hang your coats on the hooks by the front door and be welcomed into a spacious hallway, leading off towards a sitting area. Look forward to unwinding in the bright and airy living space with plush leather sofas for sinking into with a glass of wine in hand and benefitting from that essential woodburning stove adding to the homely effect of the space. Walk through to the open-plan kitchen/diner with all the necessary appliances needed to cook up some delicious meals, and the benefit of a dishwasher so you don't have to wash up yourself. Choose to gather at the dining table with your meals and break open a bottle of champagne to celebrate a wonderful holiday break. The first floor comes with the choice of a king-size, double and twin bedroom, each presenting a range of modern furnishings for storing your personal belongings. All bedrooms have their own TVs for those early morning shows without having to leave the comfort of the covers, and the master bedroom has its own en-suite shower room. The family bathroom benefits from an elegant bath and shower cubicle so you can choose how best to prepare for your day. From the living room, there are French doors which open out to a stunning enclosed garden, equipped with lawn and patio areas for dining alfresco during the summer months with the provided charcoal barbecue. The town of Aviemore is rich with pubs and restaurants if you don't fancy cooking one evening, whilst also offering a choice of shops and supermarkets for all of your amenities. Discover a range of trails for walking or cycling on Craigellachie Hill and tour the length of its nature reserve and spot an abundance of wildlife along the way. Choose to explore places such as Loch Morlich, Loch an Eilean and the Green Loch for a mixture of historical castles, white sandy beaches and water sporting opportunities; something to suit all types of guests. Further afield is the charming city of Inverness, which comes with a wide-range of tourist attractions such as the riverside Inverness Castle, the Victorian Inverness Museum and Art Gallery and so much more. Burnside House is the ultimate attraction for families seeking to explore this wonderful part of the Scottish Highlands. EPC Rating: Band C
Aviemore is a town and tourist hot spot in the Scottish Highlands, situated within the Cairngorms National Park. Rich with opportunities for walking, cycling and hiking, this area is the perfect spot for those keen explorers. Discover a choice of pubs, restaurants, independent shops and supermarkets for all of your amenities. Further afield is the city of Inverness, less than an hours drive away and is rich with history and sightseeing opportunities.
Accommodation
Over two floors.
Three bedrooms: 1 x king-size with en-suite shower, basin and WC, 1 x double, 1 x twin.
Bathroom with bath, walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Cloakroom with basin and WC.
Kitchen/diner.
Utility.
Sitting room with woodburning stove
Oil central heating with woodburning stove.
Electric oven and ceramic hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, tumbler dryer, TV with Sky, 4 x Smart TVs (one in each bedroom), high class music speaker system (iPod/co-ax compliant) and WiFi.
Fuel, power and starter pack for woodburning stove included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Cot and highchair available (please bring own cot linen).
Secure outdoor shed with lock for bikes.
Off-road parking for two cars.
Small enclosed lawned garden and patio area with furniture, charcoal barbecue.
Two well-behaved dogs welcome, dog kennel also present.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop and pub 0.8 miles
Reviews (32)
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Lorraine
Comfy beds abd house was well stocked with everything we could need for our weeks stay. Would have been perfect if hot tub was still available.
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Martin
So well equipped. Comfortable and homely. Once settled we didnât feel it was too big for the 2 of us and our dog however there is plenty room for bigger parties. Unusually there was no welcome pack. For the fee a small welcome pack would have been appreciated. We had a few small issues with cleanliness that we passed onto the cleaners after our holiday, however the issues did not impact our stay. Lovely secure garden for our dog. There is also a patio area with table and chairs. Fantastic forest walks from the door. Very quiet area which helped us to relax. We have been holidaying in Aviemore for nearly 20 years, we just love it. Great area with so much to see and do. We had such a great week and enjoyed what the house offered, weâre already booked up for next year.
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Ranald
Comfortable, well-equipped property.