Guests say
Woodford offers a spacious, well-equipped and comfortable stay in the heart of Boat of Garten, with guests praising its excellent location near local amenities and attractions. The property is appreciated for its cleanliness, stylish interior, and helpful host. Families and groups found it ideal for holidays, with easy access to outdoor activities and the village shop next door. While a few minor issues were noted, such as heating controls and some maintenance points, the overall experience is highly positive, making it a popular choice for repeat visitors.
Most guests found the property clean and well-presented, with one review specifically mentioning everything was perfectly clean on arrival. However, there was a mention of filthy windows and a dirty toilet brush, which slightly lowers the score.
The location is consistently praised for its proximity to the village shop, restaurants, railway station, and outdoor activities, making it ideal for families and groups.
Guests generally found the cottage comfortable, with positive comments on the spaciousness, showers, and overall warmth. A few noted uncomfortable sofas and some difficulty with heating controls, but these were minor compared to the positive feedback.
The property is described as very well equipped, with a well-stocked kitchen, en suite bathrooms, and useful amenities like a car charger. Some minor issues were mentioned with the microwave and heating, but overall facilities are highly rated.
There are no specific mentions of gifts or extra thoughtful touches beyond standard hospitality, so a score cannot be provided for this category.
About this property
a four bedroom family detached property, set in a peaceful village amongst heather clad hills and native woodlands in the heart of the Cairngorms National Park.. 1 step to entrance.
Ground Floor:
Living room: Freeview Smart TV, Woodburner
Kitchen: Breakfast Area, Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher
Utility Room: Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed, Freeview Smart TV
Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
Separate Toilet.
First Floor:
Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed, Freeview Smart TV
Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
Bedroom 3: Double (4ft 6in) Bed, Freeview Smart TV
Bedroom 4: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bathroom: Bath, Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet.
Electric heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial logs for wood burner included. Travel cot, highchair and 2 stairgates. Welcome pack. . Lawned garden with sitting-out area. Bike store. Electric vehicle charging point, at cost. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking.. Woodford is a tastefully presented and exceptionally furnished family home. The ground floor has a semi open plan design with a large well-equipped kitchen and dining space, open hallway leading to the living room with comfy sofas and a warming wood burner. The property benefits from ground floor facilities with a kingsize bedroom that has French doors opening onto the rear garden, and an en-suite shower room. The first floor has three further rooms, one with an en-suite shower room and separate family bathroom. Outside an enclosed front garden and a rear lawned seating area is an ideal place for a family barbecue, evening. The ground floor has a kingsize bedroom with French doors opening onto the rear garden and an en-suite shower room. There is also a well appointed utility room with washing machine and dryer. The first floor has three further bedrooms, one with an en-suite shower room and separate family bathroom. Outside an enclosed drinks or that morning spot for a coffee and relaxing start to the day. There is also Asgaard bike storage, electric car charging point, and the property is heated heated via electric heating panels, making this a very eco-friendly stay.
Enjoying a quiet setting in the lovely village of Boat of Garten, Woodford makes the perfect base for exploring the Cairngorms National Park, one of the most scenic and special holiday destinations in Scotland. The house has been equipped and furnished to an excellent standard to ensure a comfortable and enjoyable holiday with your every need taken care of. The village is in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and is known as the ’osprey village’, as ospreys nest in the nearby Abernethy rspb Nature Reserve of Loch Garten. Lying next to the mighty River Spey, the village has two shops and is opposite a local hotel which has indoor and outdoor dining and bar. One of the best restaurants in the area is within a short walk. The village also boasts the Boat of Garten Golf Club - a James Braid designed 18-hole hidden gem with stunning scenery. There are numerous forest walks and cycle trails right on the doorstep and the steam train arrives at Boat of Garten rail station regularly. The vibrant town of Aviemore is situated in the heart of the Cairngorms National Park and is only a few miles away and boasts a wide range of shops, restaurants and bars. There is also an array of outdoor activities nearby including skiing and snowboarding, mountain and quad biking, climbing, hill walking, fishing and of course cycling as well as a variety of water sports on nearby Loch Insh, Loch Morlich and the River Spey. Take a trip on the Cairngorm Mountain Railway, visit the Cairngorm Reindeer Centre, the Highland Wildlife Park at nearby Kingussie or the Landmark Forest Adventure Park at Carrbridge or the Rothiemurchas Estate with a whole host of exciting outdoor activities, including archery, pony trekking or quad bike trekking - all within easy reach. Visit the lovely Spey Valley golf course or the Dalfaber Leisure Resort with its wonderful array of leisure activities. Shop, pub and restaurant 100 yards
Free WiFi
Electric vehicle charging at charging points only.
There is an electric vehicle charging point available for guest use, this has an additional charge payable directly to the owner.
EPC Rating = F
Letting licence no.: HI70759F
Nearby points of interest
- Caledonian Railway
Reviews (13)
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Raheela Nisar
The cottage was great! Had everything we required, location was excellent, plenty to see and do, overall a wonderful stay!
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Confirmed Guest
We have been a few times and always perfect
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Paul
Woodford was spacious, clean, nicely decorated (internally) and comfortable with a very well equipped kitchen. It is very well located in the centre of Boat of Garten right next to the (excellent) shop, the hotel and the railway station but, despite this, was quiet. It was useful to have two sets of keys provided and the car charger was invaluable.It would have been good to have blackout blinds or curtains in the bedrooms as these were very light. We did struggle a little with the unusual (largely ceiling based) heating but managed OK. Also, it would have been nice to have more local information provided plus a visitor book - it is always useful to see where other people have eaten or visited.