Guests say
Inshcraig is a well-loved cottage praised for its peacefulness, comfort, and stunning location in the Northern Highlands. Guests consistently mention the clean and cosy environment, the convenience for exploring local attractions, and the delightful wildlife encounters. The property's amenities, including an Aga cooker and a log fire, add to the charm, although some guests noted a learning curve with the Aga. Overall, the cottage offers a tranquil and enjoyable stay with many returning visitors.
Guests frequently commend the cottage for its cleanliness, with numerous mentions of a well-kept and spotless environment. There was a single mention of cobwebs and chipped crockery, but these appear to be isolated comments in the context of otherwise glowing reviews.
The location is highly praised for its beauty, proximity to wildlife, and convenience for outdoor activities. It is described as superb, with easy access to walks and local attractions, contributing to a high score.
Comfort is a strong point for Inshcraig, with guests finding the beds comfy and the cottage warm and welcoming. The presence of a friendly horse and the view of deer add to the comfortable atmosphere.
The cottage is well-equipped, with mentions of good amenities such as games, books, and a music system. However, some guests noted issues with crockery and a lack of instructions for the Aga and dishwasher, suggesting room for improvement in facilities and maintenance.
While the reviews reflect a high standard of care and mention the presence of amenities, there is no specific mention of gifts or special touches that would fall under 'thoughtfulness'. Therefore, this score is set to null due to insufficient information.
About this property
Kincraig 2 miles. A wonderful detached cottage in rural woodland on the edge of the village of Insh, just 2 miles from the Highland village of Kincraig. Lovingly decorated and furnished, this Kincraig cottage has been built in an eco-friendly style using some of the stone from the original cottage on the site, which means that the walls are up to a foot and a half thick in places. South facing, with open views across the fields and hills where you can see buzzards and deer, this Kincraig cottage is full of light and is ideal for a family holiday in the rugged and beautiful Cairngorms National Park. At this Kincraig cottage there are three bedrooms, one with an en-suite shower room, offering flexibility and choice for the whole family. The living accommodation at this Kincraig cottage is enhanced by the open fire which means that you can curl up on chilly evenings with a warming drink and reflect on your day's activities. Outside this Kincraig cottage is a large enclosed garden, perfect for the children to let off steam, and is just a two minute walk to Manse Bay on the shore of Loch Insh where you can see whooper swans and many other water birds and is a wonderful place to have a dram of whisky and watch the sun go down. For the more adventurous, the Loch Insh activity and watersports centre is just a short walk away, where you can enjoy a range of watersports including canoeing, sailing and windsurfing. Golfers are well catered for at this Kincraig cottage with a number of courses nearby including Kingussie which is one of Scotland's most beautiful courses. For winter sports enthusiasts, this Kincraig cottage is just ten miles from the skiing centre of Cairngorm, from where you can access a whole range of exciting activities. Just six miles from Aviemore and Kingussie, this is a superb Kincraig cottage for a holiday all year round.
Kincraig is a village between Kingussie and Aviemore close to Loch Insh and Glenfeshie in the Cairngorms National Park. Kincraig offers an unrivalled choice of activities and pursuits for all ages and abilities all year round.
Accommodation
Three bedrooms: 1 x king-size double, 1 x twin with Juliet balcony, 1 x ground floor king-size double with en-suite shower, basin and WC.
Bathroom with bath, basin and WC.
Ground floor shower room with shower, basin and WC.
Kitchen with range cooker and patio doors.
Sitting room with dining area, open fire and French doors to patio.
First floor sitting room.
Boot room.
Central heating with open fire in sitting room.
Range cooker with oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, TV with FreeSat, DVD, CD, iPod dock, WiFi, selection of books, games and DVDs.
Fuel, power and starter pack for open fire included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off road parking for 2 cars.
Enclosed rear lawned garden with patio and furniture.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Cafe 1 mile.
Restaurant/bar half a mile awayWinter Short Breaks are available in December and January
Nearby points of interest
- Cairngorms National Park
Reviews (58)
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Alexander Kilian
The cottage itself is quiet, clean, well-equipped and warm. Thanks!
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Laura
It was cosy, comfortable and clean. Snowy week but this added to our enjoyment. We would recommend the Cafe / Gallery in Kincraig for coffees and lunch.
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Graham
The building itself is so beautifully designed and in pretty well the perfect location for local walks and some of the big hills too (not that we did any this time - too windy!). I have recommended it to friends in the past and will continue to do so.