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Idyllic country retreat

Family-friendly stay with in-room kitchens in Aviemore

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5 bedrooms, travel crib, free WiFi, bed sheets
Outdoor spa tub
Terrace/patio

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms5 bathrooms3122 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Aviemore, Scotland
  • Place, Cairngorms National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Loch an Eilein
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Rothiemurchus Estate Visitor Centre
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Inverness (INV)
    ‪52 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Aviemore

In Aviemore .Within 2 miles (3 km) of this Aviemore vacation home, you'll find Loch an Eilein and Speyside Wildlife. Rothiemurchus Estate Visitor Centre and Strathspey Steam Railway are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Cairngorms National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Loch an Eilein - 1 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Rothiemurchus Estate Visitor Centre - 2 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Speyside Wildlife - 2 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • CairnGorm Mountain - 22 min drive - 11.3 miles

Getting around

  • Aviemore Station - 9 min drive
  • Inverness (INV) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪High Range - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cairngorm Hotel - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Winking Owl - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Inverdruie Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Route 7 Café - ‬9 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.

Idyllic country retreat

Set in the heart of the Cairngorm national park and built c. 1812, “The Polchar” is an idyllic country retreat located in the Rothiemurchus Estate.

This 5 bedroom Gamekeepers cottage is located on the road to Loch-An-Eilein and is perfect for taking time out and just relaxing with your family.

Polchar also benefits from wonderful professionally landscaped gardens making it ideal for getaway for a special family holiday or event.

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

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

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 3,122 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 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

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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 and a first aid kit
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

141695

Frequently asked questions

How close is Idyllic country retreat to the airport?

This vacation home is 39.2 mi (59-min drive) away from the Inverness (INV) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Idyllic country retreat have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Idyllic country retreat offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Idyllic country retreat?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Idyllic country retreat?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Idyllic country retreat?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Idyllic country retreat have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Idyllic country retreat have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Idyllic country retreat to downtown Aviemore?

This vacation home is 2.1 mi away from Aviemore.

Idyllic country retreat Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cory K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Heaven!

Such an amazing stay at the polchar. The gardens and grounds are something out of a fairy tail! The house is also so beautiful and we loved our stay. Plan on returning!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024