FAQs

We like to think we have it all. The following items are included in all our luxury cottages:

Bedroom: Linens, towels, flannels (if you are staying more than 7 days we can offer a mid stay changeover). Hypoallergenic pillows and duvets are available on request.
Bathroom: luxury and eco friendly soaps, shampoos, conditioners, body wash and hand cream. Dressing gowns and slippers are also provided.
Kitchen: welcome hamper from Rothiemurchus Farm Shop (fresh milk, eggs, bread, crips, jam, shortbread and non alcoholic cordial). Salt, pepper, olive oil and a variety of herbs and spices. Coffee capsules for the Nespresso machine, instant coffee, tea and sugar. All kitchen essentials from cookery to cutlery, cleaning essentials and foils and parchment paper.
All laundry essentials are provided, drying racks, ironing boards, irons, firelighters, matches, torches and first aid kits.
Make use of the bbqs, charcoal, firewood, seeds and nuts for squirrels and birds – they’ll be very happy if you keep the feeders stocked up!

All of our cottages are located on Rothiemurchus Estate, in the heart of Cairngorms National Park in the Scottish Highlands. We are located about 10 minutes from Aviemore, which has a lovely train station. Taxis are readily available for pick up in the high season, we can help call ahead for one in the low season.

All of our cottages have remote locations on Rothiemurchus Estate, offering peace and quiet, but they are also within walking distance or a short drive to our Farm Shop and Barn where you’ll find all your essentials (and more!) and enjoy a gorgeous breakfast or lunch.

Yes, all wifi information is provided in the digital and physical guide book. Some of the cottages have satellite wifi, which might not be as fast as in the cities, but should be fine for general use.

Unfortunately not yet, but there are charging stations in Aviemore, about a 10 minute drive from all of our cottages.

Yes, absolutely! We do charge a £25 per pet fee for the extra cleaning. All properties except Loch an Eilein Cottage have completely enclosed gardens. 

Our standard check in time is 4pm and check out time is 9:30am. However, on occasion these can be slightly earlier and or slightly later. Please get in touch if this is something you’d like and we’ll do our best. 

Yes. All of our cottages are located on Rothiemurchus Estate which offers an incredible amount of activities for everyone. Find out more here.

You’ll be spoilt for choice. We leave an Explorer Map in your cottage, you’ll quickly see how to enjoy some of the most beautiful scenery in Scotland on foot. Rothiemurchus has a 50km network of carefully maintained paths which take you through beautiful forest, around stunning lochs and to the foot of vast mountains. 

We have 3 fantastic self-guided walks around Rothiemurchus:
The Long Walk – 10 miles, 4-5 hours
Lochan Mor Walk – 3 miles, 1-1.5 hours
Loch an Eilein Walk – 3 miles, 1-1.5 hours

Yes. As soon as you secure your booking we send you a digital guide book with all the activities available on Rothiemurchus Estate as well as your exclusive discount code as a guest of Hidden Highland Retreats.

Yes. As soon as you secure your booking we send you a digital guide book that includes your exclusive discount code as a guest of Hidden Highland Retreats. You can use this in the Farm Shop and The Barn – enjoy!

It’s not necessary, all the main roads and estate tracks are maintained throughout the seasons, they will be salted and plowed. If you ever do get into trouble, our estate team will quickly assist you.

Thanks for asking. We kindly ask that you leave the cottage tidy, put all rubbish in bins/recycling and do your washing up. 

It is recommended but not required. Please read our cancellation policy in our terms and conditions. By making a deposit payment you are entering into a legal contract with us and your deposit is not refundable. 

Yes, usually Cairngorm Mountain opens for skiing in late November- ish and the season usually runs till April – ish.