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Cairn Toul is a comfortable well equipped chalet ideal for a Highland break

Chalet in Boat of Garten

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Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, electric kettle
Exterior
Interior
TV, fireplace, DVD player, video library
Surrounded by Cairngorm National Park, the River Spey offers scenic views and plenty of outdoor activities like walking, cycling, and fishing. Explore Loch Insh or Loch Morlich's sandy beaches for water sports or relax with a drink at The Boat Hotel’s bar.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire chalet

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Kitchen

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Cairn Toul is a comfortable well equipped chalet ideal for a Highland break

Situated in Boat of Garten near the River Spey in the Cairngorm National Park. A perfect base for exploring the Highlands 6 miles away from the well known resort of Aviemore. The area offers many activities walking, cycling, fishing, golfing , skiing, bird and nature watching. There are water sports nearby at Loch Insh and Loch Morlich wth it’s sandy beaches. The village fondly known as the Osprey Village is 1.5 miles from the Osprey hide at Loch Garten.
The local hotel The Boat Hotel has a bar and restaurant, a fine dining restaurant Anderson’s can also be booked for a special occasion. A well stocked general store is situated at the entrance to the holiday park and the local post office is a short walk away. The Moray coast an hours drive away has miles of sandy beaches. The city of Inverness has a large shopping centre, a cinema, Eden Court theatre and many and varied eating places. Children will really enjoy a trip to the Highland wildlife park

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchenette

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a health/beauty spa

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Snow sports gear
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:30 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

Dogs must not be left alone in the chalet. No dogs on furniture or beds, Dogs must be walked kept on a lead whilst walking through the holiday park
Any damage must be paid for
No parking on the grass, please use parking space allocated further parking on site

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Medium size, well behaved dogs welcome.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Map
Boat of Garten, Scotland

What's nearby

  • Boat of Garten Golf Club - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Loch an Eilein - 15 min drive - 17.5 km
  • Cairngorm Reindeer Centre - 26 min drive - 24.3 km
  • CairnGorm Mountain - 31 min drive - 28.6 km
  • Inverness Castle - 45 min drive - 55.4 km

Getting around

  • Carrbridge Station - 9 min drive
  • Inverness (INV) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cairngorm Hotel - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Winking Owl - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪High Range - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Old Bridge Inn - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cairn Toul is a comfortable well equipped chalet ideal for a Highland break pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Cairn Toul is a comfortable well equipped chalet ideal for a Highland break?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cairn Toul is a comfortable well equipped chalet ideal for a Highland break?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Cairn Toul is a comfortable well equipped chalet ideal for a Highland break?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cairn Toul is a comfortable well equipped chalet ideal for a Highland break located?

Situated in Boat of Garten, this chalet is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Boat of Garten Golf Club and within 3 miles (5 km) of Loch Vaa and Lochan Dhu. Avie Lochan and Loch Garten Osprey Centre are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Cairn Toul is a comfortable well equipped chalet ideal for a Highland break Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 36 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 36 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 36 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 36 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
This was a lovely retreat so vlose
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

David C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Extremely well presented, as in the photos. Check in was extremely easy, through messages with the host, who always replied quickly. Very clean and tidy, with all facilities in good condition. House manual comprehensive and clear to understand.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ivan C.

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

Wonderful time at Boat of Garten!

The property was exactly as described with all amenities that one needs for such a stay. It was a pleasant one week stay at the holiday home. Very clean, organised and quiet environment. Had an issues with the heating of the holiday home as this was not working properly but at least it could be switched on manually. Other than that....a perfect stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Sarah B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Good basecamp

This is a good “roof over your head” if you’d like to explore the area (we went driving all over Scotland). It’s very small so better suited for a couple or maybe with a small child. Host was super friendly! For US visitors, this is like a small mobile home in a mobile home park dedicated to short term vacation rentals.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary K.

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

Holiday

Very good got a bit confused with how to find it but got there in the end,I would like to suggest a new key box had problem opening it AccommodationY comfortable and very clean well equipped like the 2 bathrooms as with my 2 granddaughters very handy Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Pat S.

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

Our stay in Boat of Garten

Property was really nice .Well equipped with everything we needed for our few days Lovely area and the weather was lovely which was a bonus
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anja K.

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

Perfect location and clean caravan

We had a perfect time although the caravanpark was not very active No shops or bar where there For us, it was perfect Andersons pizza was very good and very close by Even the Osprey Coffee shop was a nice place with cosy atmosphere
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

David P.

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

North Scotland

Very clean and spacious holiday home. The boat hotel in the village has lovely food and is dog friendly. Not far from Aviemore and a good central base for visiting Balmoral castle, loch ness and Inverness.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth M.

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

Little bit of heaven

Property is just perfect warm and inviting
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ailsa B.

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

Stay so my husband could cycle the Inverness etape

The property was perfect. It was cosy and comfortable.Perfect for beautiful dog walks. The boat of Garten Hotel served lovely food and staff were very friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gemma M.

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

Peaceful

The property is in a great location, 10mins drive from Aviemore. The chalet is well equipped with all you can need. Very clean aand comfortable. King size bed, smarth TV and wifi. The site is nice and quiet as well as easy to find. We will definitely be staying again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim D.

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

Highland jaunt with the Fam…

Loved Cairn Toul! Perfect base camp for all our Highland excursions. Day trips to Thuron, Stirling, Speyside distilleries, St Andrew’s, and Edinburgh. Cooked supper each night in the kitchen. Hostess (Fiona) was attentive and speedy in response to questions. What a treat!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

6/10 Okay

samuel b.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Caravan

Dog friendly every seat had a different colour throw over looked like agypsie van smart tv that no one could work even her friends on site who she asked heating that switched on at 3 in the morning have been staying in caravans last 14 years this was the worst
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Chris W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely place

We had a great little break, the caravan was very spacious very comfortable and every detail was catered for excellently the kids loved the selection of books, dvds and games and the selection of films for adults was great aswell. The caravan was equipped very well. We arrived slightly early and the cleaners hadn't been in yet so we popped down to the local restaurant for a quick bite to eat to allow the property to be given the once over. When we gained access at around 4.30pm we found that the standard of the clean up was particularly poor there were dog hairs everywhere on sofas and the carpet area when we sat on the sofa we got covered in little grey dog hairs this was disappointing. Then my daughter found a dirty t-shirt and a pair of boxer shorts that had a particularly unwelcome stain on them on the floor of the wardrobe as she put away her clothes. I gave the benefit of the doubt to the cleaners as we did arrive a bit sharp but really that should have been noticed. Other than those 2 issues the caravan was great and we would definitely stay in it again. We do love the area so much and have had a few great trips to boat of garten and aviemore area the holiday park is lovely and very quiet and makes for a great peaceful break away we will be returning again very soon !!

8/10 Good

lee

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Comfortable and well located
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eileen W.

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

Ideal small property for a break in the Cairngorm National Park

The property was clean, nicely equipped and comfortable. A quiet spot when we were there. We would have liked a casserole dish to cook casserole and dumplings! I bought one from Home Bargains and gave it to our son.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jill J.

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

Really enjoyed the peace and quietness and plenty to see around there.

Good Just the cutters need cleaning so that when it rains the water will run down the pipes and not over, but if no one tells the owner this they won’t know to get someone to come clean them. So my stay was great otherwise, would definitely do it again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Catherine M.

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

Lovely caravan in great location

Straightforward to rent this caravan and the instructions for arrival and finding it were provided promptly and were also easy to follow. Boat of Garten is a lovely place to stay and the caravan park is easy to find and handy for amenities. The caravan itself was spacious enough to fit a travel cot in the main bedroom and the twin room was perfect for our older child. Everything was neat and tidy and the smart TV also good for watching apps (iPlayer, Amazon Prime). A great place to stay for a short break.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Judith E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location

Comfortable and quiet

We had a lovely stay at Cairn Toul. The caravan was cosy and comfortable and a really good location. The site was quiet and easy walking distance to the pub and Strathspey Railway.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Ruben O.

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

Rustig stacaravan park in een rustig dorpje

Rustige locatie met veel mooie plekken om te wandelen.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Fred L.

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

Lovely cosy chalet

Had a lovely time thanks very much Fiona :) Fantastic accommodation in a fantastic setting
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

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

Family break

Myself my mum, sister and 2 adult children stayed for 4 days and it was a wonderful break and ideal as a base for walks and other activities. Quiet park was good for us and only a 5min walk to a pub
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Anne M.

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

Chalet at Boat of Garten

We stayed here for 3 nights in June 2021. The chalet was spotless, spacious and well equipped. The location was great. Would thoroughly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Fantastic Caravan

Really nice caravan in a nice quiet site caravan site isn't the greatest as there is no shop and a very disappointing play park but it was nice and quiet with a good view so probably better suited to older people. 100% will be back, the caravan leaves you wanting for nowt, very homely. Huge thanks to the owners for making our stay so pleasant 😁
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Chris R.

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

A comfortable and homely staycation

Stayed at Cairn Toul for 3 nights. Very clean and well equipped, with everything we needed. Short walking distance from a couple of lovely restaurants and plenty of forest walks nearby.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021