Pilmuir

Pilmuir is a family owned cottage near Boat of Garten which is truly a 'home from home' as the owners spend time at the cottage regularly. Everything you need for families, walkers, skiers or just simply couples wishing to relax.

The converted former coaching inn, brings character and history to your stay along with spectacular panoramic views over the Cairngorm mountains. It is the perfect place for a family getaway all within its own private three-acre grounds.
This unique holiday cottage welcomes you from the time you arrive to when you depart as the views dominate the rooms whilst the wildlife is plentiful with the resident red squirrels, wood pecker and deer all to be seen.

Enter into the porch area and kick off those boots after a day venturing out into this wonderful region. Head into the hall and take your pick, the left of the ground floor holds the lounge with a wood burning stove, two sofa’s, arm chair and a window seat along with a TV (Sky included) which is the best place to be after a day out. The open plan dining area is the ideal place for a spot of breakfast with panoramic views of the garden and the many birds. The kitchen has everything you need to rustle up a family feast with range style electric oven and hob, large fridge, microwave, dishwasher and slow cooker. At the rear of the property is a utility room with washing machine, tumble dryer and freezer and plenty of drying space for wet clothes after a day on the hills. Back out into the hall and through to the king-size bedroom with sofa and TV. The neighbouring shower room with WC which can either be en-suite or a jack and jill for when you are outside. Heading upstairs to the first floor we have on the right a bathroom with a shower over bath and WC. There is then a double with single bed, a single room at the back and a final double bedroom with a mamas and papas cot bed.

Explore the gardens and further 2 acres to appreciate this wonderful location and make the most of the wonderful Julian Christian Thatched Hut with heater, patio and garden areas with gas BBQ. There is a secluded patio which is the ideal spot if you wish to hire a hot tub to make your stay extra special. Ample private parking, electric vehicle charging point and a storage shed for bikes and ski’s. To the rear of the garden is a secure paddock which is used either for horses or a play area for children. The further two acres of land has grass, trees, streams and makes a great playing / adventure area.

Situated in the Cairngorms National Park finding activities is not difficult as there is plenty on offer such as horse riding, mountain biking, clay pigeon shooting, fishing, water sports and much more within close proximity. Local attractions nearby include the outdoor Highland Folk Museum, Landmark Forest Theme Park, Strathspey Steam Railway and head to Glenlivet whisky distillery. Only a short drive away are the golf courses at Boat of Garten and Abernethy where you can play a round or two or to enjoy something to eat or drink. The cottage is well placed for exploring paths and cycle routes be that the Speyside Way, SUSTRANS route 7 or the walk along the River Spey. Boat of Garten is within walking and cycling distance with post office, shops, hotel and restaurants or drive to Aviemore or Grantown on Spey, just over 6 miles away, to soak up the scenery and have a further pick of restaurants, pubs and shop’s.


Pilmuir Cottage does not accept Pets.