Title: Mallard - sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Mallard - sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms Cottage in Boat of Garten with fireplace ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119700000/119691900/119691810/8aeae1b6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![High chair](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119700000/119691900/119691810/17825fc2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119700000/119691900/119691810/02ade207.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Children’s area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119700000/119691900/119691810/891797f0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119700000/119691900/119691810/62f48a8b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location You can look forward to a firepit, a garden and an arcade/games room at Mallard - sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathrooms ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Fireplace - Barbecue grill - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Mallard - sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms In the charming village of Boat of Garten, Mallard is a beautifully updated 3-bedroom cottage offering a peaceful escape in the heart of the Cairngorms National Park. Sleeping up to six guests, Mallard features two bright king-size bedrooms (one en suite), a twin room, and a modern family bathroom. The spacious open-plan kitchen/diner includes cosy banquette seating and the inviting sitting room has comfy L-shaped seating and a log-burning stove, ideal for unwinding after a day outdoors. The extensive enclosed garden includes a large lawn, picnic area, trampoline, and a playhouse with slide. There is also a garage with table football and secure storage for bikes. Included: Linen & towels Wi-Fi Logs Christmas decorations included for festive weeks Highchair & Cot Charcoal BBQ Rooms: Lounge with log burning stove Large open plan well-equipped kitchen/diner King-size bedroom with en-suite King-size bedroom Twin bedroom Family Bathroom with bath and shower ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - In a rural location ### Things to do - Arcade/game room ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71620000/71615700/71615641/01a05857.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Full house with established garden, summer house, outdoor entertainment area Grantown-on-Spey - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 49 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-14&endDate=2025-10-15&selected=71615641&PinnedHotelID=71615641&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Dishwasher, high chair](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83100000/83094700/83094654/552b598a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 4 bedroom accommodation in Boat of Garten, near Aviemore Boat of Garten, near Aviemore - Kitchen - Washer - Free WiFi - Outdoor space [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-14&endDate=2025-10-15&selected=83094654&PinnedHotelID=83094654&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 10:00 AM Minimum check-in age - 21 ### Check-out Check-out before 4:00 PM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees ### 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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as 658896 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C57.24081%2C-3.76298&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=fwRn_UjK8KYoN75crM9ttR19Aso=) Boat of Garten, Highland #### What's nearby - Boat of Garten Golf Club - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles - Loch Garten Osprey Centre - 9 min drive - 4.4 miles - Strathspey Steam Railway - 12 min drive - 8.6 miles - Rothiemurchus Estate Visitor Centre - 14 min drive - 10.0 miles - Cairngorm Reindeer Centre - 23 min drive - 14.8 miles #### Getting around - Aviemore Station - 16 min drive - Inverness (INV) - 58 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Costa Coffee - ‬12 min drive - ‪Old Bridge Inn - ‬13 min drive - ‪Cairngorm Hotel - ‬13 min drive - ‪The Inverdruie Restaurant - ‬13 min drive - ‪The Balavoulin - ‬12 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Mallard - sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Mallard - sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms? > Check-in begins at 10:00 AM. ### What time is check-out at Mallard - sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms? > Checkout is at 4:00 PM. ### Where is Mallard - sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms located? > Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Boat of Garten Golf Club and within 3 miles (5 km) of Loch Vaa and Lochan Dhu. Avie Lochan and Loch na Carraigean are also within 3 miles (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question