Guests say
Baldow Cottage is praised for its comfort, homely feel, and excellent location for exploring the Cairngorms. Guests enjoyed the wildlife, cosy open fire, and the Aga in the kitchen. Some concerns were raised about cleanliness, noise from nearby development, and the need for maintenance.
Guests reported issues with cleanliness, including unwashed dishes and cobwebs, suggesting room for improvement, but these were not universal complaints.
The location is generally appreciated for its proximity to attractions and nature, though some guests were disappointed with traffic noise and nearby development.
The cottage is frequently described as comfortable and cosy, with a warm Aga and comfortable beds, though some furniture was noted as worn.
Facilities like Sky TV and a well-equipped kitchen were well-received, but comments on the need for an additional bathroom and maintenance issues suggest some areas could be enhanced.
There is no mention of gifts or special touches that would indicate thoughtfulness from the hosts, so it is not possible to provide a score in this category.
About this property
This charming, traditional detached stone cottage is superbly located, in the village of Kincraig in the Cairngorms National Park. Ideal for a family or group of friends, this Cairngorms cottage boasts lovely open views of the surrounding mountains. This cottage in Kincraig has three spacious bedrooms, along with a comfortable sitting room with a warming open fire and a desk with computer. The kitchen with dining area and AGA range is a lovely place to prepare and enjoy home cooked meals, plus the large garden is ideal for playing games or simply relaxing. Kincraig, a typical highland village, boasts an excellent shop and pub, plus just three miles away is the Highland Wildlife Park, which is well worth visiting. Aviemore is also close by and offers a host of activities and services, whilst a short drive north to Carrbridge will bring you to Landmark Activity Park. With fabulous rides and visitor experiences, it's an outing to be enjoyed by all the family. This Kincraig cottage is a fantastic base for exploring the whole of the Cairngorms.
The Highland village of Kincraig is situated between Kingussie and Aviemore in the Cairngorms National Park. The area offers activities and pursuits for all ages and abilities all year round, including walking, climbing, fishing, riding, cycling and watersports.
Accommodation
Three bedrooms: 2 x double (one with Sky TV), 1 x twin.
Ground floor bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Kitchen with dining area and Sky TV.
Utility/boot room.
Sitting room with open fire.
Electric central heating with open fire.
Oil AGA, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher.
2 x TVs with Sky, WiFi.
Oil and electricity included in rent.
Fuel for open fire available to purchase locally.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Ample off road parking.
Enclosed lawned garden surrounding property.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop and pub 10 mins walk.
Nearby points of interest
- Caledonian Railway
- Highland Folk Museum
Reviews (10)
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Detlev
is very unfortunate. We believed to have booked a remote cottage in the mountains north of and far from the A9. Instead the cottage is located inside Kincraig beside the B9152 which passes the garden and turned out to be very noisy from heavy traffic. Furthermore the images provided are not up to date esp. as far as the view out of the windows is concerned. You do not look out on to a nice meadow but at the houses of a new settlement. We recommend to let customers know this before booking. To find sleep in the first floor with the AGA oven set permanently to level 5 (as instructed by the owners) is a challenge when outside temperatures are above 25°C over the day and do not fall beneath 20°C at night. In the end we enjoyed our stay in Baldow Cottage because the surroundings are outstanding.
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Terence
Obviously no interest in the property or the families that visit.
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Moira
On arrival we noticed that the back door wouldn't open. On closer inspection it appears that the locking mechanism is broken and has been replaced with two very flimsy looking toilet door bolts. This resulted in a few sleepless nights due to the sense of vulnerability and I finished my holiday more tired than when I started. Lots of the cricket and dishes in the cupboard had food crumbs on them and we more or less washed all the dishes before using them. Aside from these two issues, this is a very nice holiday house.