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Rowan Cottage - Retreat Group

Waterfront cottage with kitchen and patio

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Outdoor dining
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, internet, bed sheets
TV
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 101650 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Aviemore, Highland Council
  • Place, Cairngorms National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Avie Lochan
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Loch Vaa
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Inverness (INV)
    ‪49 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Aviemore

Located within a 5-minute walk of Avie Lochan, this cottage is within a mile (2 km) of Loch Vaa. The cottage includes a kitchen, a patio, and a refrigerator.

What's nearby

  • Cairngorms National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Avie Lochan - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Loch Vaa - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Loch na Carraigean - 1 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • CairnGorm Mountain - 25 min drive - 13.8 miles

Getting around

  • Aviemore Station - 5 min drive
  • Inverness (INV) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cairngorm Hotel - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Winking Owl - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪High Range - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Old Bridge Inn - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Rowan Cottage - Retreat Group

Rowan Cottage nestles in one of the most idyllic and enviable locations in the Cairngorms National Park.
Offering superb views over the Cairngorms and hugging the edge of a picturesque lochan you will delight in the peace and tranquillity.
It is a large and luxurious traditional stone cottage and only a couple of miles north of Aviemore.

An excellent holiday choice for a few families holidaying together, or a large group celebrating a special occasion. This spacious cottage will let you explore the great outdoors right from your doorstep and provide the perfect place to relax and unwind after your day exploring.

The cottage sits in its own private grounds with plenty of parking for guests. It is only one of 6 cottages which are dotted around the Lochan. The bright entrance hall leads you off to the well-appointed kitchen where the chef for the night has everything they need and plenty of space to work their magic. The atmospheric dining area is open to the kitchen making it easy for dinner to be served and for the chef to be part of the pre-dinner chat. After dinner, the cosy lounge with open fire offers a relaxing space to swap stories of the day or compete in a friendly game of Scrabble. In the morning you can set yourself up for the day by drinking in the tranquil views in the bright and airy breakfast conservatory.

On the ground floor you will find a comfortable double bedroom with en-suite shower room.
Head upstairs and you will discover another double room, a twin room and a family bedroom with en-suite (with 1 double bed & 2 singles), all with gorgeously comfortable mattresses. A family bathroom and shower room upstairs will ensure that no-one needs to queue.

The luxury continues outside onto the patio where you can watch the changing colours of sunset while you sit at the outdoor dining & BBQ area.

And the cherry on top is to sink into the fabulous hot tub and let your troubles drift away.
The cottage is heated and features a kitchen, 4 bathrooms, and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board.

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Horseback riding 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,650 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

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

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
  • Check-in: 5:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Property Registration Number FS-550490737

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector.

Property is also known as

Rowan Cottage Retreat Group
Rowan Retreat Group Aviemore
Rowan Cottage - Retreat Group Cottage
Rowan Cottage - Retreat Group Aviemore
Rowan Cottage - Retreat Group Cottage Aviemore
572372

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do within easy reach of this cottage?

This cottage is located in Aviemore, a short 3-minute walk from Avie Lochan and also 20 minutes on foot from Loch Vaa. You'll also find Strathspey Steam Railway and Landmark Forest Adventure Park within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at this cottage?

No, there isn't parking at this cottage.

Is this cottage next to a casino?

No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this cottage?

No, this cottage doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is a hot tub.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Rowan Cottage - Retreat Group?

At this waterfront cottage, amenities that appeal to couples include a kitchen, kitchens in some accommodations, as well as a garden.

Are there hot tubs at Rowan Cottage - Retreat Group?

Yes, guests can enjoy a spa tub at this cottage.

Does this cottage include breakfast service?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this cottage allow pets to stay for free?

Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this cottage.

Does this cottage have connecting rooms?

No, this cottage doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to this cottage?

The closest major airport to this cottage is Inverness (INV), which is about 23.5 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Rowan Cottage - Retreat Group?

Yes, every accommodation at Rowan Cottage - Retreat Group comes with a deck with some featuring lake views.

Rowan Cottage - Retreat Group Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 2 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 2 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 2 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Karen V., Coaldale, Alberta, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful property. Peaceful, quiet area. Comfortable beds. Loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Morven W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family space

Rowan cottage was a lovely space for the family to meet up together. Comfortable and cosy with everything we needed. There was a bit of noise from the road which we hadn’t expected but it didn’t spoil a wonderful weekend.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022