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Sleeps 12 in 6 double bedrooms all en-suite

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Property grounds
Exterior
TV, fireplace
Dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

6 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 14

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Aviemore, Highland
  • Place, Cairngorms National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Speyside Wildlife
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Rothiemurchus Estate Visitor Centre
    ‪2 min walk‬

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About the neighborhood

Aviemore

This vacation home places you next to Rothiemurchus Estate Visitor Centre and Speyside Wildlife. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a patio.

What's nearby

  • Cairngorms National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Speyside Wildlife - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Rothiemurchus Estate Visitor Centre - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Strathspey Steam Railway - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Spey Valley Golf Course - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

  • Aviemore Station - 20 min walk
  • Inverness (INV) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Route 7 Café - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Boat Country Inn & Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Balavoulin - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪High Range - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Old Bridge Inn - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Sleeps 12 in 6 double bedrooms all en-suite

Set in the heart of the Cairngorms National Park on the historic Rothiemurchus Estate, The Old Minister's House offers the perfect blend of Highland charm and contemporary comfort. Surrounded by breathtaking scenery, yet only a short walk from the vibrant town of Aviemore, it's an ideal base for exploring the best of the Highlands.
This elegant former manse features five spacious en-suite bedrooms in the main house, plus a tranquil riverside suite with a further en-suite bedroom. Thoughtfully designed social spaces include a welcoming lounge with a log-burning stove, a riverside TV snug, a large dining room, fully equipped kitchen, utility room, and practical boot room, ideal for outdoor adventurers.
Outside, guests can unwind in the outdoor hot tub or gather together in the alfresco cooking and dining area, surrounded by the sounds of the nearby river.
Each bedroom takes inspiration from the surrounding landscape, combining 19th century romance with 21st century comfort. Expect crisp cotton linens, pocket-sprung mattresses, and blackout curtains for the perfect night's sleep.


Included:
Wifi internet access
Christmas decorations – Included for festive weeks
Highchair & cot in lodge, please bring cot linen
Charcoal BBQ

Downstairs Main House:
Lounge with log burner
Dining Room
Kitchen
Laundry Room
Boot Room
1 x king-sized bedroom with en-suite shower
Upstairs:
2 x king-sized bedrooms with en-suite bath/shower
2 x Superking bedrooms with en-suite bath/s which can also be set up as twins (please specify when booking)
Riverside Suite:
1x king-sized master bedroom with en-suite
1x Tri-bunk (top only for small children under 12)
Further cosy lounge with log stove
Second Kitchen

Dog friendly – up to 2 dogs welcome
Parking for up to 5 cars.
The vacation home is heated and features a kitchen, 6 bathrooms, and a patio. There's space to spread out with 6 bedrooms and a dining area. Guests can enjoy a TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 steps to reach entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21

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.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • 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.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

618632

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do near this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Aviemore and just steps from Rothiemurchus Estate Visitor Centre and Speyside Wildlife. You'll also find Strathspey Steam Railway and Loch an Eilein within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Sleeps 12 in 6 double bedrooms all en-suite?

No, there isn't parking at this vacation home.

Is this vacation home next to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

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

Is Sleeps 12 in 6 double bedrooms all en-suite a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this vacation home will appreciate amenities like a fireplace and a kitchen as well as a hot tub.

Does Sleeps 12 in 6 double bedrooms all en-suite have a hot tub?

No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this vacation home provide breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

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

Does Sleeps 12 in 6 double bedrooms all en-suite have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this vacation home.

How far is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Inverness (INV), which is about 26.8 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Sleeps 12 in 6 double bedrooms all en-suite?

Yes, every house at Sleeps 12 in 6 double bedrooms all en-suite comes with a patio.

Sleeps 12 in 6 double bedrooms all en-suite Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews

6.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Thomas D.

A good spot but it's starting to run down.

The basic setup here is fantastic. Really well situated, and at a point in the past the property was clearly set up to be ideal. Since then it looks like things have begun to run down in the way that any short term let always does eventually. Things to keep an eye out for: Every knife and utensil has a better than 50/50 chance of being blunt or broken. The vast majority of the hob won't light, so avoid planning to cook for the property's capacity. Not all appliances will be working. Expect one dishwasher rather than the two, or if you're in our position, half a dishwasher as the only working one will have its runners trashed. Be very careful handling the kitchen tap, which has not been properly fixed. Any battery powered items like scales probably won't have a battery. The hot tub will be available, but only on the second day of your stay. When we stayed, we were told immediately that the previous guests had been particularly rowdy, and that their stay had necessitated an extra house cleaner for a day, if that's the case they did a good job, and I was initially under the impression that our experience was a bit of a one off. Unfortunately, when I contacted the host about the above issues, they opted to tell me that my group *also* necessitated an extra house cleaner before sending me a picture of a slightly damaged stool neither me nor my guests have ever seen. Either we have been mixed with the previous group, or this is a standard tactic. Take many pictures.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024