Heath Cottage, Boat of Garten

Name: Heath Cottage, Boat of Garten
Address: Deshar Road, Boat of Garten, PH243BN, GB
Telephone: +447785316760

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Bright, cosy holiday cottage in heart of Cairngorm National Park. Sleeps 6 in 3 bedrooms, 2 bathroom Many visitors return year after year. Nick & Heather

Heath Cottage was built in 1997 and we have been running it as a holiday rental ever since. A bright and spacious property in a perfect location, Heath Cottage is especially popular with families. Away from the main road yet right in the centre of the village, the back garden leads directly into the splendid walks and bike trails of Deshar Woods. Shop, pub and restaurants are all within a 5 minute

stroll and the surrounding villages of Aviemore, Nethybridge and Carrbridge can be reached easily by car, bike or foot. Our own connections with the area go back to 1982 when Heather accompanied her folks (Mel and Letti) on a road trip up from Glasgow to view a guest house that was for sale in Boat of Garten. Attracted by the unusual name of the village as well as the opportunity for a complete change of lifestyle, they moved in to run Moorfield House Hotel and never looked back. Boat of Garten became a second home for us for the next 30 years: we were the ‘back up team’ running the hotel for short periods through the 80s, we got married in the village in October 1989, and our children spent their school summer holidays here. Knowing and loving this area as we do, it was an easy decision to move up permanently in 2015 and we now live just a mile from the village - so we're on hand when needed.

21/07/2022

It's been wonderful to watch a busy Osprey nest this summer! If you fancy a relaxing stay in the Cairngorms and some epic bird-watching, we've got an unexpected week free in Heath Cottage from Saturday 30th July. Enquire or book www.heathandshore.co.uk

22/05/2022

Woodland wanders are a delight in early summer. If you fancy a refreshing break in the Cairngorms, we've got spaces between now and end June. Short breaks welcome. Book here http://www.heathandshore.co.uk/heath-cottage/

04/05/2022

Well this is exciting!

27/01/2021

03/12/2020

A lovely story, especially for folks that enjoy wandering and wondering in our fabulous Deishar Woods.

12/11/2020

Loch Garten, an easy cycle from Heath Cottage and so much to enjoy in any season. This has been a challenging year - and these gorgeous places will still be as welcoming in the months and years ahead.

05/10/2020

Season of mists at Loch Mallachie

27/09/2020

🔸🔸Last minute availability from Saturday 3rd October🔸🔸 Discounted to £549 for the week. Contact us for short break prices.
Enjoy the wonder of the Cairngorms in autumn - this is Loch Garten 😍

25/09/2020

As many of our guests know already, there is always something worth watching in the skies around the Cairngorms!

22/09/2020

Following the announcements today by the First Minister, it has been officially confirmed that self-catering businesses remain open if existing guidelines are adhered to: that means a maximum of 6 people from 2 households occupying the property at any point, and continuing to follow all other Covid guidelines. If you have any questions, don't hesitate to contact us [email protected] http://www.heathandshore.co.uk/contact/

CONTACT US We are here to answer any questions you might have. Use the form below to send us a message and we will get back to you ASAP. Alternatively send us an email or give us a call, if we are out adventuring and don’t have a signal leave us a message and we will call you back. Your hosts, ...

03/09/2020

We're introducing our sister location, Shore Cottage in Tarbert, to Facebook and Instagram. Feel free to pop on over and visit for a wee look! Shore Cottage, Tarbert

Two cottages | Two stunning locations | Both perfect escapes.

Heath Cottage, in the heart of the Scottish Highlands and Shore Cottage, on Scotland’s romantic West Coast.

Come and join us on Instagram! www.instagram.com/heathandshore

02/09/2020

Well-behaved dogs and their owners are welcome at Heath Cottage!
We know that many people choose to holiday in Scotland so that they can bring their dogs with them to enjoy all that the area has to offer.
The fully enclosed garden gives owners peace of mind. The hard floors throughout the living area make it easy to clean up after muddy paws. And the huge bonus is the garden gate leading directly into wonderful pine woods and walking paths that can keep you and your four-legged companion amused for hours.

01/09/2020

Come inside and explore Heath Cottage

18/08/2020

Great shots showing the setting of this lovely village and its famous steam railway. Golf course too!

A lovely view of the station with the Boat Country Inn and Restaurant in the background..

08/08/2020

The familiar sounds of the steam train are filling the air again 😃

17/07/2020

Always worth a browse when visiting the village 😊

Apart from all our original artworks in our upper floor gallery we have a very eclectic range of hand crafted gifts in our ground floor shop.
Open each Thursday, Friday, and Saturday at the moment.
Hope to welcome you soon

15/07/2020

It's really no hardship to enjoy and also to be responsible.

The Cairngorms National Park is for everyone to enjoy, a place rich in wildlife, culture and vibrant communities. Become part of the comm...

14/07/2020

Coffee, cake, Cairngorm views and Chopstick the chow-chow. Right beside the cute Boat of Garten station on the famous Strathspey Railway. Few nicer places to while away some time 😍

Chopstick seems to approve of our cosy covered corner - 🐕 ☔️
We are lucky to have plenty of other outside tables available for you to safely enjoy your coffee and cake - you might even get to see the steam train roll past 🚂 ☀️ 🚲
Opening Wednesday 15th July, further updates to come!

14/07/2020

Good news 😃 Booking ahead even more important!

03/07/2020

Clear advice that will help keep us all safe and also look after our much loved spaces and places.

13/06/2020

We've been making a few wee changes in the cottage while it's closed ... hopefully they'll be popular! While there yesterday, was reminded how green and peaceful is the garden. Looking forward to having occupants again, maybe next month :)

05/06/2020

Sharing a few Boat of Garten moments for those waiting patiently to visit again.

25/02/2020

What a day up Cairngorm way ....

08/02/2020

Weekend breaks available throughout the spring and views like this to enjoy.

Today sunshine returned to our lands ☀️ and it’s still light at 5pm. Spring is a coming 💙
Magical photo of sunset today at Loch Laggan by Richard Elliott Aerial Filming

01/02/2020

As winter turns to spring up here in the Cairngorms, the native trees often look a beautiful deep Burgundy colour especially from a distance. And this explains why 😍

🌳Winter Tree Buds🌳

It's the weekend! Here is our FREE Winter Tree Bud poster, which you can download or print (to A3) to help you identify trees in winter whilst you are out and about over the next few days.

You will be amazed at how tree buds differ from species to species. This revised (more species added) sheet has trees you are likely to encounter in parks, garden and woodlands around the UK (and beyond!).

You can download the full size version from our website https://www.discoverthewild.co.uk/resources

Let us know what you find by commenting or tagging us in photos.

Have a buddy good weekend!

29/01/2020

This on your doorstep (well, a full 100 metres away) for coffee lovers staying at Heath Cottage. Sound on for full appeal ☕️😍🌲🗻

01/12/2019

Always special to see the reindeer in wintry conditions.

The sun hitting Meall a Bhuachaille in the background first thing = beautiful day ahead! Ochil was first in line for breakfast the morning (as ever)...

28/11/2019

What's On in December throughout the Cairngorms National Park!
⭐️🦌☃️🎅🎄✨
http://bit.ly/December2019WhatsOn

22/11/2019

A brand new path fit for wheelchairs, scooters, prams etc. It meanders in a delightful loop through the woods from the new village hall, close to the cottage.

Another fantastic asset to the village of Boat of Garten.

The new all abilities path through the forest where you will be amongst the pines and the squirrels 🐿

Opening soon

12/11/2019

Dates still available in December - between Friday 14th and Friday 27th. It might be looking like this ... 😍 Call 07785 316760 or book online via our website

Address

Deshar Road
Boat Of Garten
PH243BN

Telephone

+447785316760

Website

http://www.heathandshore.co.uk/

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The backstory

Heath Cottage was built in 1997 and we have been running it as a holiday rental ever since. It’s a popular place, a bright and spacious property in a perfect location: set back off the main road yet right in the centre of the village, with a nature-filled back garden and a gate leading directly into the splendid walks and trails of Deshar Woods. Shop, pub and restaurants are all within a 5 minute stroll and the surrounding villages of Aviemore, Nethybridge and Carrbridge can be reached easily by car, bike or foot.

Many visitors return regularly - none more so than the Lambies who’ll be back for their 19th year in October 2019!

Our own connections with the area go back to the autumn of 1982 when Heather accompanied her folks (Mel and Letti) on a road trip up from Glasgow to see a guest house that was for sale in Boat of Garten. Heather’s parents were attracted by the unusual name of the village as well as the opportunity for a complete change of lifestyle. They took the plunge, moved in to Moorfield House Hotel in December and never looked back.

Boat of Garten became a second home for us - as the ‘back up team’ running the hotel every autumn through the 80s, getting married here in October 1989 and spending frequent weekends and holidays here over the last 30 years. When Mel and Letti, now retired, bought the adjoining cottage, we decided to purchase Heath Cottage and run it as a holiday rental. We were living in Strathaven at the time and so onsite caretakers were much appreciated.