Mallard - sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms

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A cozy room with a wood-burning stove, a cushioned bench, and a table with glasses.
A wooden picnic table in a grassy area with purple flowers and a cabin in the background.
A small, single-story cabin with a chimney, surrounded by dense forest.
A cozy living room with a fireplace, a television on a wooden stand, and a large window with curtains.
A neatly made bed with a striped blanket, a wooden headboard, and a nightstand with a lamp.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Arcade/game room
    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade/game room.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Cairngorms National Park

Popular amenities

  • Arcade/game room
  • Barbecue grill
  • Internet access
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Boat of Garten, Highland
  • Place, Cairngorms National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, River Spey
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Boat of Garten Golf Club
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Inverness (INV)
    ‪59 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

2 bathrooms

Bathroom #1

Bathroom #2

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden

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About the area

Boat of Garten

Located in Boat of Garten, this cottage is in a rural area. Strathspey Steam Railway and Lochindorb Castle are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Cairngorms National Park and Loch Garten Osprey Centre. Travelling with kids? Consider Landmark Forest Adventure Park and The Lost Labyrinth.
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Boat of Garten, Highland

What's nearby

  • Cairngorms National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • River Spey - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Boat of Garten Golf Club - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Cairngorm Reindeer Centre - 27 min drive - 24.7 km
  • CairnGorm Mountain - 34 min drive - 31.2 km

Getting around

  • Aviemore Station - 16 min drive
  • Inverness (INV) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Winking Owl - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Inverdruie Restaurant - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Boat Country Inn & Restaurant - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Route 7 Café - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Smiffy's Fish Bar - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Mallard - sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Mallard - sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms?

As of 28 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mallard - sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms on 21 Jun 2027 start from £1,261, 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 Mallard - sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Mallard - sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mallard - sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Mallard - sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms located?

This family-friendly Boat of Garten cottage is located in a rural location, within 1 mi (2 km) of River Spey and Boat of Garten Golf Club. Loch Vaa and Lochan Dhu are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Beautiful stay in the highlands

Mallard is a beautiful cottage in a beautiful setting. Extremely comfortable and well appointed. Outdoor space is lovely. Great for families of all ages. Would love to return.
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Sept 2026
Our guests love the peaceful setting of Mallard and we are delighted you did too. The garden area is especially delightful with it's summer house which comes with its own log burner, there's plenty of space to enjoy! Hopefully you will come back and stay with us again soon.
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10/10 Excellent

A very comfortable place to stay in this beautiful area.

This holiday home was just perfect for us.It was very comfortable and extremely well equipped. The garden was enjoyed by our 2 year old grandson. The location is ideal . We had great weather which was a bonus. Would love to return.
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Apr 2026
Now that's what we call a top mark review! We're delighted you enjoyed your family stay at Mallard, our guests love the location for getting out into nature but also for the enclosed garden which is great for dogs AND 2 year old grandsons :) We'd be delighted to welcome you back again in the future - thank you.
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10/10 Excellent

Our stay at Mallard

Everything about our stay was top quality and comfort. The garden was an absolute delight helped by the fact that food for the birds was in plentiful supply. There were a good number of birds most of the time, 2 red squirrels, a bank vole and 2 visits that we know of from a pine martin. We hope to return one day.
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Aug 2026
We are delighted you enjoyed your "Top Quality" stay at Mallard - thank you for leaving a top mark review! Surrounded by trees, on the edge of the woods it's a great place to stay for a bit of wildlife spotting. We hope that you return one day too - we'd be delighted to welcome you back for another stay.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Spring stay in Boat of Garten.

Absolutely loved the weeks break. Or 2 kids, 3 & 5 had a fantastic time. We all loved the house and gardens. Its location for going out walks and exploring was perfect. Definitely will be coming back. Thanks for having us :)
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Apr 2026
Thank you so much for your lovely review! We’re delighted to hear that you and your family had such a wonderful week and the kids enjoyed it too. It’s great to know the house, gardens and location made for a fantastic stay, we look forward to welcoming you back.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Boat of Garten Break

The cottage is presented in excellent condition with an abundance of kitchen appliances and equipment - if you have a dog they will love the large & safely enclosed back garden. You can spend days just walking the paths outside your door- Aviemore is a good short trip for all your holiday needs. Fill the bird & Squirrel feeders to enjoy the local wildlife- very relaxing & people friendly holiday destination.
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Oct 2026
We are delighted you enjoyed your stay at Mallard. The cottage is in a lovely peaceful location in the village of Boat of Garten, surrounded by woodland, the garden is the perfect for a bit of local wildlife spotting! We hope to be able to welcome you back again soon.
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10/10 Excellent

Highly recommended

Excellent location, with a fantastic garden. We saw deer, red Squirrels and many small birds from the garden. The cottage is very comfortable and light, well equipped with particular attention to detail. Beautiful plates, mugs and bowls, a good variety of utensils.
Response from VrboOwner on 11 May 2026
Thank you for leaving such a positive review of your stay at Mallard. The owners have put a lot of thought into ensuring guest comfort both in and outside the house which is why the reviews are so good! We hope to welcome you back again in the future.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A great stay at Mallard

Mallard was the perfect holiday home. It was comfortable, clean and had everything practical you could want. It was a little chilly later in the week and the heating system was excellent. Seeing red squirrels and a crested tit in the back garden was an absolute delight. Another plus was the location, we did three walks from the house, just perfect. The village had everything and the pub does good pub grub. We hope to revisit in the future . Thank you Mallard for a great week
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Oct 2026
We are delighted you enjoyed your stay at Mallard. It's location, surrounded by woodland makes it an ideal location for spotting some of the local wildlife and with a pub that serves good "pub grub" on your doorstep, what more could you ask for :)
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10/10 Excellent

Great cottage..great location

We had a lovely stay at Mallard, there is plenty to do in the area and the countryside is just awesome. The grandchildren loved the garden and exploring the woods. The wildlife in the garden was a delight, especially the woodpecker and pine martin. (Also saw a capercaillie on one of my cycle rides) We enjoyed to cycling and trips to Loc Garten for walks and to see the Osprey. Would definitely book again.
Response from VrboOwner on 19 May 2026
We are delighted you enjoyed your stay at Mallard, thank you for leaving a top mark review! Boat of Garten is a lovely village surround by woodland which makes it ideal for a bit of wildlife spotting. Due to their rarirty, Capercaille are a protected species and have a bit of a reputation for "not being particularly friendly" - you are lucky to have had a sighting :)
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