- Review 10
- occupants 8
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2 Double beds
4 Single beds
6 - 4 Bedrooms 4
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1 Bathroom with bathtub
1 Bathroom with shower
2 - 101 m² 101 m²
- Wi-Fi Wi-Fi
Balbeag Cottage - Pet friendly Log Cabin
Insh - Cottage
Availability and prices
Accommodation
Description
Introducing our charming log cabin near Aviemore, Balbeag Cottage. Balbeag Cottage has been welcoming guests for many years now, some time and time again. Situated in the Cairngorms, the pet friendly log cabin has spectacular views of rolling countryside with hills and mountains as a spectacular backdrop. Balbeag Cottage sits in its own private land, surrounded by birch forest brimming with local wildlife.
A short drive from Aviemore and the ski slopes, the log cabin is a 1.5 mile walk away from the village of Kincraig. Kincraig is home to it’s very own outdoor watersports on Loch Insh where you can also try a variety of activities or something a little gentler like a play in the woodland playpark or dinner and drinks in the Boathouse. Close by is the Old Post office gallery cafe where you can meet the artist in residence as well as sample some fine fare. Don't miss a trip to The Highland Wildlife Park where you can drive around in a safari type tour aswell as visit local and world species in their enclosures.
Balbeag Cottage is also very close to the Uath Lochans and if you have not heard of them you will be in for a lovely surprise when you find the bear paw print shaped lochs. Also just down the road are The famous Ruthven Barracks, built to squash the Jacobite Rebellion. Keen cyclists will love its proximity to Route 7 and the Speyside Way and wildlife lovers will have plenty of visitors to watch from the comfort of the cabin.
The living space comfortably hosts 8 guests in an open plan kitchen and dining area. Made more comfortable with the additional wood burning stove and TV with sky and Wifi. Views from the living area are just so serene.
Bedroom one is a double room, bedroom two can be a double or a twin, bedroom three has twin beds and bedroom four has a single bed and a bunk bed. A shower room and a bathroom complete the living space. The utility room is a useful space for washing and drying clothes whilst you stay at Balbeag Cottage.
The log cabin is dog friendly and the garden is enclosed for pets. There are kennels that can be used if you need to leave your dogs behind for the day.
Balbeag Cottage is the right choice for you if you are trying to escape the hustle and bustle of normal life and are looking for a restorative and relaxing self catering holiday.
Licence Number HI-70234-F EPC D
A short drive from Aviemore and the ski slopes, the log cabin is a 1.5 mile walk away from the village of Kincraig. Kincraig is home to it’s very own outdoor watersports on Loch Insh where you can also try a variety of activities or something a little gentler like a play in the woodland playpark or dinner and drinks in the Boathouse. Close by is the Old Post office gallery cafe where you can meet the artist in residence as well as sample some fine fare. Don't miss a trip to The Highland Wildlife Park where you can drive around in a safari type tour aswell as visit local and world species in their enclosures.
Balbeag Cottage is also very close to the Uath Lochans and if you have not heard of them you will be in for a lovely surprise when you find the bear paw print shaped lochs. Also just down the road are The famous Ruthven Barracks, built to squash the Jacobite Rebellion. Keen cyclists will love its proximity to Route 7 and the Speyside Way and wildlife lovers will have plenty of visitors to watch from the comfort of the cabin.
The living space comfortably hosts 8 guests in an open plan kitchen and dining area. Made more comfortable with the additional wood burning stove and TV with sky and Wifi. Views from the living area are just so serene.
Bedroom one is a double room, bedroom two can be a double or a twin, bedroom three has twin beds and bedroom four has a single bed and a bunk bed. A shower room and a bathroom complete the living space. The utility room is a useful space for washing and drying clothes whilst you stay at Balbeag Cottage.
The log cabin is dog friendly and the garden is enclosed for pets. There are kennels that can be used if you need to leave your dogs behind for the day.
Balbeag Cottage is the right choice for you if you are trying to escape the hustle and bustle of normal life and are looking for a restorative and relaxing self catering holiday.
Licence Number HI-70234-F EPC D
Distribution of bedrooms
Bedroom 1
1 Double bed
Bedroom 2
1 Double bed
Bedroom 3
2 Single beds
Bedroom 4
2 Single beds
Special features
Pet-friendly
Fenced garden
Mountain views
Internet
Independent kitchen (electric)
Refrigerator
Microwave
Oven
Freezer
Dishwasher
Dishes/Cutlery
Kitchen utensils
Toaster
Kettle
Bathroom(s)
1 Bathroom with bathtub
1 Bathroom with shower
Views
Garden
Mountain
General
1 TV
Satellite TV
DVD
Garden
Fenced garden
Washing machine
Dryer
Fireplace
Iron
Internet
Hair dryer
101 m² Property
697 m² Plot
Pet-friendly
Electric heating
Open-air parking the same building
Wood stove
Crib
Farm holidays
Family
Hiking
Watersports for additional fee
Mountain biking
Mountain climbing
Outdoor dining area
Toilet paper
Bbq / picnic area
Dining table
Baby highchair
Mandatory or included services
Baby high chair: Included
Bed linen: Included
Booking Fee: 2.5 % of the booking
Cot/Crib: Included
Final Cleaning: Included
Heating: Included
Internet Access: Included
Open-air parking: Included
Towels: Included
Optional services
Pet: £ 30.00 / booking
Plant a tree: £ 6.00 / booking
Your schedule
Check-in from 16:00 to 23:45 Every day
Check-outBefore 10:00
Comments
- No smoking
- Animals are admitted to this accommodation, except for dangerous animals
- Animals are admitted to this accommodation, except for dangerous animals
Map and distances
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Distances
Sand beach - Loch Insh watersports
804.6 m
Nature reserve - Inshriach and Invereshie Nature Reserve
804.6 m
Lake - Loch Insh
804.6 m
Restaurant - The Boathouse at Loch Insh
804.6 m
Cafe - Old Post Office Gallery Cafe
1.21 km
River - River Spey
1.61 km
Amusement park / theme park - Highland Wildlife Park
4.83 km
Train station - Kingussie
6.44 km
Bus station - Kingussie
6.44 km
Town centre - Kingussie
6.44 km
Shops - co-op in Kingussie
6.44 km
Golf course - Kingussie golf Club
8.05 km
Hospital - Aviemore
9.66 km
Ski Slope - Cairngorm Mountain
16.09 km
Airport - Inverness Airport
80.46 km
Booking conditions
From the booking date until 29 days before check-in, cancellation would have a penalty of 2% of the total price of the rent.
Cancellation policies
In case of cancellation the following charges will apply
From the booking date until 29 days before check-in
2% of the total rent
From 28 days before until check-in
100% of the total rent
No-show
100% of the total prepayment amount
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Balbeag lodge, 9-15th October 2025
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Wonderful place in peaceful location with plenty of space for family. Enjoyed lots of forest trails very close by. Well stocked with fuel and had everything we needed for a family stay.
Wonderful place in peaceful location with plenty of space for family. Enjoyed lots of forest trails very close by. Well stocked with fuel and had everything we needed for a family stay.
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We selected Balbeag for a family trip to the highlands due to the space and the rural secluded location. Wildlife included deer wondering by and lots of birds visiting the feeders. Well equipped and warm once the storage heaters fired up the log burnsee more
We selected Balbeag for a family trip to the highlands due to the space and the rural secluded location. Wildlife included deer wondering by and lots of birds visiting the feeders. Well equipped and warm once the storage heaters fired up the log burner was amazing in the evening kids and grandad loved it. Close to (walking distance) loch Insh outdoor centre which had a lovely restaurant and bar.. Close to some lovely walks including the Speyside way which passes the property. All in all a lovely place to visit
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Great place to stay in the heart of the Cairngorms. Clean and tidy and Felt like home.
Lovely surroundings with amazing views.
Within easy reach to Aviemore.
Thanks for a wonderful stay and for making the whole process easy.
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Great place to stay in the heart of the Cairngorms. Clean and tidy and Felt like home.
Lovely surroundings with amazing views. Within easy reach to Aviemore. Thanks for a wonderful stay and for making the whole process easy. Your communication and help were fab. |
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Great place, great location
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Accommodation Registration Number
HI- 70234-F EPC D