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An Cala, (the Haven) Cairngorm National Park, Nethy Bridge, hot tub

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Cozy in around the fire
The private deck overlooking the River Nethy and forest
Hot tub
Outside shower
Kitchen and dining

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% based on
5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 911 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Nethy Bridge, SCT
  • Place, Cairngorms National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Abernethy Golf Club
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Inverness Castle
    ‪48 min drive‬
  • Airport, Inverness (INV)
    ‪54 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Double bedroom

1 King Bed

Double bedroom with ensuite

1 King Bed

Master bedroom with ensuite

1 King Bed

Single bedroom

1 Twin Bed

Single Bedroom

2 Twin Beds

4 bathrooms

Bedroom ensuite

Toilet · Shower only

Family bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master bedroom ensuite

Toilet · Shower only

Outside shower

Shower only · Jetted bathtub · Outdoor shower

Toilet and sink

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

An Cala, (the Haven) Cairngorm National Park, Nethy Bridge, hot tub

Fresh and bright accommodation with peaceful views, an outside hot tub on a deck that overlooks the River Nethy and the Abernethy forest. A private garden, which stretches from riverside to roadside, great for BBQing and enjoying the outdoors.
Inside, there is a large open dining, living, kitchen area, with a big farmhouse table and wood burning fire, to gather around. A 6 burner gas stove, big fridge/freezer, is perfect for entertaining a crowd.
3 king-size beds, 3 single beds, in 5 bedrooms, 2 of them with ensuites.
A separate lounge room, the snug, has another wood burning stove in it, another great hang out, to watch the telly or play games in.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 20
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
We only accept up to 2 well behaved dogs.
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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
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Nethy Bridge

Located in Nethy Bridge, this vacation home is near theme parks and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Cairngorms National Park and Loch Garten Osprey Centre, while Grantown Museum and Tomintoul & Glenlivet Discovery Centre & Museum are cultural highlights. Traveling with kids? Consider Craig MacLean Leisure Centre and Landmark Forest Adventure Park. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Nethy Bridge, SCT

What's nearby

  • Cairngorms National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Abernethy Golf Club - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • CairnGorm Mountain - 37 min drive - 33.7 km
  • Inverness Castle - 48 min drive - 67.7 km
  • Inverness Cathedral - 49 min drive - 66.7 km

Getting around

  • Aviemore Station - 18 min drive
  • Inverness (INV) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Boat Country Inn & Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Syhlet Brasserie - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Nethy House Cafe & Rooms - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Anderson's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Craig Bar - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is An Cala, (the Haven) Cairngorm National Park, Nethy Bridge, hot tub pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at An Cala, (the Haven) Cairngorm National Park, Nethy Bridge, hot tub?

As of Mar 30, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at An Cala, (the Haven) Cairngorm National Park, Nethy Bridge, hot tub on Apr 25, 2026 start from $557, 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?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at An Cala, (the Haven) Cairngorm National Park, Nethy Bridge, hot tub?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at An Cala, (the Haven) Cairngorm National Park, Nethy Bridge, hot tub?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is An Cala, (the Haven) Cairngorm National Park, Nethy Bridge, hot tub located?

This family-friendly Nethy Bridge vacation home is located on a river, 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from Abernethy Golf Club, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Craig MacLean Leisure Centre and Loch Garten Osprey Centre. Boat of Garten Golf Club and Grantown Museum are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 68 out of 71 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 71 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 71 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 71 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 71 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Simon C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent houseWell equipped Only problem was that the heating turned off in the afternoon and evening so got a bit cold
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ellen G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home. Easy check in. Responsive hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brook D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything exceeds expectations.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Simon C.

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

Family break

Excellent accommodation Well equipped and cosyJust what we needed!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Garry G.

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

Absolutely perfect property for our requirements.

What an amazing home. The photos don’t do it justice. The river at the back was an amazing way to put your feet in to cool at the end of the day.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kirsty S.

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

Stunning house

We had the most wonderful stay at An Cala. It may well be the most beautiful holiday home I have ever stayed in. Everything about it was perfect. We'll definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joan L.

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

Family holiday

Lovely property - excellent location and well appointed.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Joanne M.

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

Stunning Property

Fantastic property which suited our needs perfectly. Lots of space for everyone. The hot tub was superb, relaxing whilst listening to the river at the bottom of the garden - bliss!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan W.

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

Amazing

Amazing home. Has everything you need. Host Lara, has went above & beyond to make our stay special. Beautiful scenery. Beautiful home. Perfect.x
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David U.

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

Short Birthday Break

Great property in wonderful location!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

julie h.

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

Nice place!

This was a wonderful spot for my family! The hot tub, huge kitchen and bedrooms were all the best! Clean, soundproof bedrooms were great for having small kids with us. Delightful stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

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

Gem of a place

This place has been the highlight of our trip. Not only was it comfortable, it was incredibly beautiful!! Would love to visit again someday. The entire Village is so friendly and we loved hiking and exploring
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Colin H.

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

Great location for Cairngorms

Lovely house with a great location for exploring Cairngorms and whisky distilleries in the area. Hot tub was a much-needed perk!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elaine S.

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

Surprise get away with friends

What a stunning house! Exactly what I had hoped for. The location is perfect for long walks with the dogs. The hot tub is a great addition to the lovely balcony over looking the river.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sean D.

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

Family time in An Cala

We had a relaxing family time in this lovely warm home. The main open space is great and easy access to the hot tub. Lovely in the tub with the snow falling. Lara is a perfect host, very helpful especially when we arrived.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Krystal W.

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

Fantastic stay - couldn't have wished for anything more

The property is wonderful, Lara has been so attentive to detail and everything you could possibly need is there. It's even better than the photos, and we would recommend it to anyone. We'll definitely be back again.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ruth H.

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

Wonderful property

Large spacious home - room for extended family in a beautiful area - great walking and beautiful lochs. Well equipped and clean. Cosy log burner and hot tub,
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa D.

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

Lovely stay

We had a lovely 3 nights - house was beautiful, comfortable and clean. It had everything we needed even down to cutlery and plastic plates/bowls for our young children to use. Location was brilliant, so peaceful but just a short drive from Aviemore/landmark/highland wildlife park etc. We were lucky with the weather and enjoyed the gardens and hot tub. Loved it and would definitely come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Katharine R.

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

Great stay at An Cala (Easter 2024)

We were a group of 2 families, and stayed for 1 week over Easter 2024. The property is brilliant - there is plenty of communal space, and the bedrooms and bathrooms are also of a high standard. The whole property is really nicely furnished and kitted out, & feels cosy and welcoming. The views are amazing, and it's a very peaceful location, but very easy to access all the walks/trails/hills and only about 15mins from Aviemore. We really enjoyed our stay, 5 stars!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna T.

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

80th Birthday

Lovely property, with river at bottom of garden, ha d everything you need. We had a lovely stay for my Dad’s 80th Birthday
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Neil P.

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

Excellent house in perfect location

We had a weekend away with some friends in December 2023 and cannot fault the house or location. The house had plenty of room, was clean and Lara was a great host who communicated very promptly. The weather was snowy, -7 degrees and having the two log burners was very much appreciated. Sitting in the hot tub in -7 degrees temperate was an experience :) Would certainly book again!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael f.

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

Great stay

We stayed for 2 nights recently at An Cala. The property is perfectly situated for travelling through the Cairngorms and experiencing all it has to offer. The priority itself was very well presented, clean and overall just perfect. Set in a quiet location it had all the amenities you could wish for. Lara, the host was on hand available to speak to throughout our stays the welcome cakes were a lovely touch. We couldn’t have asked for more and would definitely recommend the property to anyone wishing to stay in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole H.

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

Dream property in Scotland

Where do I start, from the location to the property everything was just fantastic. A stunning large house in the forest overlooking the Nethy River. My children loved playing in the river everyday and the views from the house were stunning. None of us watched TV. Sitting around the fire in the evening staring at the silhouette of the forest was just dreamy. Nethy bridge was a beautiful place with great cafe and amenities walkable from the property. Thank you Lara for letting us stay. We are already looking forward to booking again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hilda P.

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

A special place to stay

Our stay in An Cala was perfect and exceeded our expectations. The layout of the house worked so well for our family group (grandparents, children and grandchildren). A sliding door between the snug and the large living area is genius. The adults chatted around the cosy woodburner while the grandchildren watched tele in the snug without disturbing each other. We loved the large living space (high ceilings); felt as if there was ample space for the 8 of us to do our own thing while together in the same room. An extremely well equipped home, beautifully clean set in the stunning highlands. Lots to do in the area (grandchildren skied at Lecht, visit to nearby Highland Wildlife Park, lots of forest walks searching for fairy houses) but also ovely to stay in and read. We even built a 1000 piece jigsaw together - a first for us! Lara was brilliant. Responded swiftly to text or email and arrived within minutes to fix the hot tub cover when it blew off overnight. Don't miss the fish and chip van in the village on a Monday and do try the excellent pizza from Andersons. An cala is truly a haven.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023
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8/10 Good

Tracey R.

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

Clean, bright and airy, but…

We were very disappointed that the hot tub jets and lights did not work. They have clearly not worked for a long time because this is stated in the welcome pack. It was like sitting in a hot bath. The only sofa in the accommodation was extremely uncomfortable, the seats had no cushion in them, we tried turning them over to fluff them up but the other side of them were filthy. The pans are unusable, very black and burnt everything. We had to purchase our own pans to cook in. Only a minimum amount of towels were provided, it was a charge of £20 if we requested more. Finally, we were asked to strip the beds on leaving which was a first for us in a luxury holiday home. We ended up leaving a day early. Having said all of that, it was a big, bright and airy home (albeit a bit cold at times) and it is set in a beautiful location, but these little things took away the luxury aspect of it for the price we paid.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

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