Guests say
Osprey Cottage is praised for its cosy atmosphere, stunning views, and warm hospitality from the host, Robbie. Guests enjoy the open fire, comfortable bed, and the peacefulness of the location. While some guests mention issues with maintenance and a lack of modern amenities, the charm of the cottage and its surroundings often compensates for these shortcomings.
Most guests found the cottage to be clean, with only a few mentioning the need for a more thorough cleaning or minor issues with kitchen utensils. The property seems to be well-maintained in terms of cleanliness overall.
The location is highly praised for its beautiful views and proximity to local attractions. Some guests noted the road noise, but many found it quiet in the evenings. The area is appreciated for its peacefulness and natural beauty.
Guests generally find the cottage comfortable, particularly highlighting the bed and the warmth provided by the open fire. However, some guests noted issues with the furniture and the strength of the shower, suggesting room for improvement in comfort.
The facilities are seen as adequate but basic, with some guests experiencing issues with hot water and heating controls. The lack of strong Wi-Fi and mobile signal is noted, and some guests mentioned the need for better kitchen appliances and clearer instructions for the facilities.
There are no specific mentions of gifts or special thoughtful touches provided by the host that would warrant a score in this category. While the host is commended for their hospitality, without explicit references to gifts, a score cannot be given.
About this property
A romantic bolthole tucked away on the outskirts of Laggan, offering tremendous mountain views and an idyllic location, Osprey Cottage makes the perfect choice for a couple's escape to the Highlands. All on the ground floor, this property is well-suited to a variety of individual needs, with its traditional style bringing a unique character to the property. Step into the open-plan living space, the social hub of your holiday, and pour yourself a celebratory drink before sinking into the sofa and toasting to your wonderful, rural retreat. Although modest, the kitchen offers everything you could need for a self-catered stay when you're not enjoying a special meal in one of the nearby restaurants, a convenient dining table in the room to enjoy your romantic meals, or dine outside in the shared courtyard, the decking boasting a barbecue for those relaxed evenings beneath the sun. At the end of each day, seek comfort within the simply-styled double bedroom, offering an en-suite shower room to freshen up each evening before snuggling up beneath the crisp linens ahead of your next day of adventure. Osprey Cottage makes a wonderful choice for a countryside escape to Scotland with your loved one. Note: This property can be booked with Ref. 1054020, together sleeping four people. EPC Rating: Band E
The village of Laggan can be found resting within the Cairngorms National Park in the Central Highlands, making it an extremely scenic spot to base a retreat to Scotland, at any time of the year. Amenities in the village include a local coffee shop and gallery with a store inside and a pub, as well as the village boasting beautiful views over the Monadhliath and Grampian mountain range. In reach of Newtonmore, Aviemore and plenty of adventure, there's so much to explore around Laggan.
Accommodation
All ground-floor.
One double bedroom with en-suite walk-in shower, basin heated towel rail and WC.
Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with open fire.
Shared laundry room
Oil-fired central heating and open fire.
Electric hob, fridge, shared washing machine, shared tumble dryer, TV with FreeSat and radio.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off-road parking for one car.
Shared courtyard with decking with furniture and charcoal BBQ.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop 1.8 miles, pub 7 miles.
Note: Mobile phone coverage may not be available at the property due to rural location
Reviews (18)
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Lesley
Would have liked a more enthusiastic shower. Well equipped and comfortable.
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Michael
Loads of places to go & see or explore. Will definitely go back.
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Stephen
Facilities are adequate, including combi microwave/grill, hob, central heating, fan heater and electric shower. A few issues to note: There was no information whatsoever about the cottage, or any instructions about using it, we had to sus everything out ourselves. We never saw the owner, the keys were in the door when we arrived and we just had to leave them in the cottage when we left. The central heating was great, but seemed to come on and off quite randomly; there were no controls in the cottage. The cottage is next to a busy fast road, which wouldn't have been a problem but the windows didn't close properly so traffic noise was an issue. The shower, as others have commented, was very feeble and needs replacing. Overall, Osprey Cottage has the potential to be an ideal country retreat, but in our opinion is in need of a bit of money spending and some TLC to bring it up to a 5 star standard.