Guests say
Guests consistently praise the Larch cottage for its immaculate condition, cosy warmth, and high standards of decor. The property's location is ideal for exploring the Cairngorms and the Highlands, with many noting the convenience for hill walking and cycling. Comfort is highlighted by the presence of a big comfy bed and a warm welcome, including thoughtful touches like a basket of goodies and luxury toiletries. Facilities like a gym, sauna, and bikes add to the appeal, although the kitchen size and property's lack of seclusion are noted. Overall, the cottage offers a memorable stay with friendly, helpful owners.
Reviewers unanimously commend the cottage for its spotless and fresh condition upon arrival, with several emphasising the high standards of cleanliness maintained.
The property is lauded for its ideal location, suitable for outdoor activities and exploring the surrounding areas, although one mention of a lack of seclusion slightly impacts the score.
Comfort is frequently mentioned, with guests appreciating the cosy atmosphere, the ability to control heating, and the comfortable bedding, ensuring a restful stay.
Facilities like the gym, sauna, and bikes are positively received, but there is a minor point about the bathroom's accessibility and a note on the small kitchen space.
Guests are delighted by the thoughtful touches such as welcome packs and luxury toiletries. While these are highly appreciated, it is politely noted that such gifts may vary and are not guaranteed.
About this property
Newtonmore 5.5 miles. Larch is a charming, single-storey cottage resting in Etteridge near Newtonmore, Highlands. Situated within the Cairngorms National Park, this pet-friendly cottage is a well-appointed for solo travellers or romantic getaways with plenty of outdoor activities within easy reach, whilst the cottage provides off-road parking, ground-floor living, and a selection of on-site facilities. The cottage has a handy porch to store muddy boots, walking gear, coats, and walking gear after the day's adventures. Be welcomed into the open-plan living space where you can prepare hot suppers in the well-equipped kitchen, enjoy a romantic meal for two at the dining table, and relax in the sitting area in front of the TV and woodburning stove. On summer evenings, stroll around the five acres of shared grounds to admire your home-from-home. The king-size bedroom is beautifully-appointed with wooden furnishings, a Hypnos Superb Pillowtop mattress, luxury linen and an electric blanket, along with a contemporary en-suite walk-in shower. There are a number of activities to choose from on your doorstep including a shared gym, sauna, games room, and mountain bikes to hire, along with a laundry room to keep your gear fresh. You'll find everything you need at Larch for your next romantic holiday in Cairngorms National Park. Note: This property can be booked with Refs. 1078658, 1081925, 1081926, 1107692, 1109440, and 1109442, together sleeping up to 23 guests. EPC Rating: Band D
Newtonmore has shops, pubs, and two award-winning museums overlooking the River Spey in Britain's largest national park, the Cairngorms. Newtonmore's Wildcat Trail is a 7-mile circular walk around the village, taking in the River Spey, woodland, moorland, and views of the Cairngorms and Monadhliath Mountains - a fitting introduction to the National Park. Folk Park, Kincraig Wildlife Park, Landmark at Carrbridge, and Steam Railway are great for kids. The area is ideal for golf, fishing, pony trekking, walking, birdwatching, cycling, mountain biking, climbing, and skiing.
Accommodation
Single-storey.
One king-size bedroom with en-suite walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC.
Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with eco-friendly woodburning stove
Electric radiators with woodburning stove.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, coffee machine, blender, hairdryer.
32” HD satellite TV, DVD, Bluetooth wireless speaker, WiFi.
Fuel, power and starter pack for woodburning stove included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Highchair and travel cot available on request.
Off-road parking.
Communal garden.
Two well-behaved pets welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 5.6 miles, pub 4.9 miles.
Note: Guests have access to a shared games room, sauna, a golfing area, gym and laundry room ( additional costs payable for use of sauna and laundry room ) .
Note: This property is only able to accept bookings for a minimum of 7 night in peak season and 3 nights in off peak season.
Please note: Dogs are not to be left unsupervised in the property at any time
Reviews (10)
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Colin
Perfect for hill walking and off road cycling. Nice property and well equipped. Very friendly owner/manager on site. Only downsides are that I the property is part of a complex with several other similar holiday letâs so lacks seclusion and the kitchen space is tiny. So while it is well equipped you have to be very organised to cook and keep everything tidy!
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Richard
The only thing it would have been useful for us to know is that the bathroom is accessed from the bedroom. This is purely because we have a baby, so putting them to bed and needing to go to the bathroom after their bedtime was a bit tricky to avoid waking them. Had we known in advance we could have planned a bit better. But this is a very minor point and otherwise everythig was perfect.
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Monique
We cannot believe we managed to get this beautiful accommodation at the short notice, after our original booking cancelled with 7 days to go. From the moment we pulled up we was so happy, the cottage is beautifully decorated with high end items and furniture and it was exceptionally clean. You have access to a gym, sauna and use of bikes, I didn't use but my partner loved the addition of the sauna