| Hillview Cottage

A Highland home for the whole gang.

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Hillview sits in that lovely middle ground between feeling tucked away and having everything within reach. Woods and open countryside surround the cottage, mountains fill the distance and local trails offers a route straight out into the landscape.

Hillview Cottage is a spacious, dog-friendly self-catering holiday cottage in Alvie, just 3 miles south of Aviemore in the Cairngorms National Park. With three bedrooms, plenty of space for families and small groups, and a large fully enclosed garden, it's an ideal base for exploring the Cairngorms. The Speyside Way can be accessed directly from the cottage, while Dalraddy Holiday Park is around a 10-minute walk away. Aviemore's shops, cafés and restaurants are only a short drive away.

Sleeps 7.

Bright open-plan kitchen at Hillview Cottage with dark cabinets, wooden dining table and garden views.
Cosy sitting room with wood-burning stove, leather sofa and rustic wooden coffee table.
Light-filled dining area with large windows overlooking Hillview Cottage's garden.
Welcoming double bedroom with brass bed, white linen and mustard cushions.
View across the countryside and hills surrounding Hillview Cottage near Alvie in the Cairngorms.
Wood-burning stove set into a traditional brick fireplace in the cosy sitting room.
Modern cottage kitchen with dark cabinetry, pale worktops and open wooden shelving.
Sheltered outdoor dining area overlooking the garden at Hillview Cottage.
Cosy upstairs double bedroom with brass bed, lots of natural light and soft neutral furnishings.
Bright twin bedroom with white bedding, mustard throws and rural views.
Built-in wooden bunk beds beneath a skylight, ideal for children or family stays.
Freestanding roll-top bath and reclaimed wooden parquet floor beneath a skylight.
Built-in wooden bunk beds in a cosy bedroom at Hillview Cottage in Alvie.
Cosy upstairs reading nook with leather chair, books and skylight.
Freestanding roll-top bath beneath a skylight in Hillview Cottage.
Walk-in shower with white tiles and dark blue panelling in Hillview Cottage's bathroom.
Traditional white basin against dark blue panelling with vintage-style lighting.
Hillview Cottage and its private garden with outdoor seating in the Cairngorms.
View from the dining area into the secluded, private and secure back garden at Hillview Cottage.
White traditional Highland cottage with slate roof at Hillview Cottage, Alvie.
Retro cream and blue radio beside a reading lamp at Hillview Cottage.
Comfortable cottage living room with leather sofa, wooden furniture and wood-burning stove.
Terracotta parquet and dining furniture at Hillview Cottage.
Wooden dining table and pendant lights beside large windows overlooking the garden.
Private garden with outdoor chairs gathered around a stone fire pit.
Traditional brick fireplace and wood-burning stove in Hillview Cottage's sitting room.
Relaxed cottage sitting room with rustic wooden furniture and log-burning stove.
Traditional white Highland cottage with slate roof and garden at Alvie.
Colourful Highland landscape artwork displayed against dark blue panelling.
Decorative wall lettering adding character to the interior of Hillview Cottage.
Twin bedroom with warm mustard bedding, wooden furniture and cottage-style details.
Built-in wooden bunk beds and single bed beneath a skylight in the family bedroom.
Comfortable twin bedroom with mustard throws, tartan cushions and white bed linen.
Traditional chrome bath taps and handheld shower on the freestanding bath.

Amenities

Hillview Cottage is spacious and comfortable, with plenty of room for families to spend time together, as well as find a quiet corner of their own.

Key features include:

  • Three bedrooms sleeping up to 7 guests

  • Egyptian cotton bed linen

  • Family bathroom with roll-top bath and walk-in shower

  • Additional WC

  • Towels and complimentary toiletries

  • Hairdryer

  • Wood-burning stove

  • Complimentary basket of firewood to get you started

  • Smart TV with Netflix and catch-up TV

  • Well-equipped kitchen

  • Books about the Cairngorms and local walking maps

  • Selection of films and board games for adults and children

  • Wi-Fi

  • Travel cot and high chair available upon request

  • Secure bike storage

  • Parking for two cars

  • Large, fully enclosed garden

  • Decking and outdoor dining area

  • Fire pit

Hillview Cottage is dog friendly

Dogs are very welcome at Hillview Cottage, and its large, fully enclosed back garden makes it particularly well suited to a dog-friendly holiday in the Cairngorms.

With direct access to the Speyside Way, you can set off for a walk from the cottage without having to get in the car. There are plenty of other places to explore nearby too, from forest trails and estate tracks to riverside walks and open countryside around Aviemore and Kincraig.

Looking for more ideas? See our guide to dog-friendly walks in the Cairngorms.

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The location

 

Hillview Cottage sits between the beautiful Kinrara and Alvie Estates, around 3 miles south of Aviemore and 2 miles north of Kincraig.

It feels wonderfully rural, with views towards the Monadhliath Mountains and countryside all around, yet you're only a few minutes from some of the best-known places and activities in the Cairngorms National Park.

The Speyside Way can be accessed directly from the cottage, opening up miles of walking and cycling through Strathspey. This makes Hillview a particularly good base for walkers, cyclists and dog owners who want to explore without getting in the car first.

Dalraddy Holiday Park is around a 10-minute walk away and can be reached either through the woods or along the road. Alvie Estate is right on the doorstep too, with walking and cycling trails alongside a fantastic choice of outdoor activities.

From Hillview Cottage, you can enjoy:

  • Walking and cycling directly from the cottage via the Speyside Way

  • A woodland walk to nearby Dalraddy Holiday Park

  • Walking and outdoor activities on Alvie Estate

  • Loch Alvie and nearby wild swimming spots

  • Horse riding and pony trekking

  • Family days out at Highland Wildlife Park

  • Forest walks and mountain adventures throughout the Cairngorms

  • Easy access to Aviemore, Kincraig and Kingussie

  • Skiing and snowsports during the winter months

  • A wide choice of cafés, restaurants and shops in nearby Aviemore

Whether you're planning an active family holiday, a walking or cycling break, or simply want somewhere peaceful to spend time together, Hillview puts you within easy reach of much of what makes this part of the Cairngorms so special.

The interiors

Hillview Cottage has a relaxed, characterful interior, where vintage finds, natural materials and thoughtful details sit alongside everything you need for a comfortable stay.

Reclaimed maple flooring, panelled walls and muted colours run throughout the cottage, while the living room centres around a wood-burning stove, perfect for gathering around after a day outdoors. The spacious kitchen and dining area has plenty of room for long breakfasts, family dinners and evenings spent around the table.

Upstairs, the little snug is one of Hillview's quieter corners. Tucked away from the main living spaces, it's a lovely spot to curl up with a book, find a little time to yourself, or settle in for a game of cards or a board game.

The dark, characterful bathroom, with its roll-top bath and walk-in shower, is particularly inviting after a long walk, bike ride or day on the mountain.

With three bedrooms and several separate living spaces, Hillview works especially well for families and small groups, giving everyone room to be together and somewhere to retreat to when they want a little space of their own.

The garden

Hillview Cottage has a beautiful, secluded and fully enclosed and dog friendly, it has a generous lawn with plenty of space for children and dogs, as well as a deck for outdoor dining and a fire pit for cooler evenings.

The garden backs onto the surrounding countryside and is regularly visited by local wildlife, including birds and red squirrels. Large windows from the kitchen and dining area look directly into the garden, keeping the house connected to the outdoors throughout the year.

There is a small cabin at the top of the garden which belongs to the owners and is not included with the cottage.

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