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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 9290 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • 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

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Bedroom 5

1 King Bed

5 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Bathroom 5

Spaces

Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

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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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Aviemore

Located in Aviemore, this holiday home is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Cairngorms National Park and Speyside Wildlife, while Fused and Light and Highland Folk Museum are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Strathspey Steam Railway and Cairngorm Reindeer Herd. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Aviemore, Scotland

What's nearby

  • Cairngorms National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Loch an Eilein - 1 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Rothiemurchus Estate Visitor Centre - 2 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Speyside Wildlife - 2 min drive - 2.9 km
  • CairnGorm Mountain - 22 min drive - 18.1 km

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Idyllic country retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Idyllic country retreat?

As of 29 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Idyllic country retreat on 4 May 2026 start from NZ$1,384, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Idyllic country retreat?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Idyllic country retreat?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Idyllic country retreat?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Idyllic country retreat located?

This family-friendly Aviemore holiday home is located in a rural location, within 2 mi (3 km) of Loch an Eilein, Speyside Wildlife and Rothiemurchus Estate Visitor Centre. Strathspey Steam Railway and Spey Valley Golf Course are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cory K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

About the host

Hosted by Marco Amore

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