Title: Red Squirrel Lodge - Retreat Group 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 # Red Squirrel Lodge - Retreat Group Holiday home in Boat of Garten with kitchen and patio ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/64000000/63550000/63547400/63547307/1d9e4f78.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor spa tub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/64000000/63550000/63547400/63547307/bd0a7793.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/64000000/63550000/63547400/63547307/ee49fb85.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/64000000/63550000/63547400/63547307/dac2ae43.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/64000000/63550000/63547400/63547307/32fe9e43.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Red Squirrel Lodge in Boat of Garten is a perfect haven for families. With 3 beautifully designed en-suite bedrooms, an open-plan kitchen & living area, and a raised deck with dining area, you can unwind and enjoy stunning views over the garden and Cairngorms. 8.0 Very good ### Entire home 3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 81500 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Hot tub - Dryer - Washer - Barbecue grill - Parking available - Pet-friendly ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Red Squirrel Lodge - Retreat Group Red Squirrel Lodge is a favourite Boat of Garten accommodation provider. It sits within a beautiful courtyard with off road parking and is the perfect location for your family getaway. A superb holiday lodge accommodating up to 8 guests in 3 bedrooms - with the first floor providing beautifully designed bedrooms which are all en-suite and offer a sumptuous nights sleep. There is a king sized bedroom, double bedroom and twin room with an additional sofa bed, then an open plan kitchen & living area provides a wonderful area for guests to eat, chat and relax with stunning views over the garden and Cairngorms. Plenty of storage space will allow you to unpack and feel at home during your stay. Outside you will find a raised deck with dining area and, after a hard day exploring, don't forget to check out the outdoor hot tub! You can sink into the bubbles and soak in the view of the spectacular Cairngorm mountains. Heading down towards the garden you will find a bike store and The Squirrel's Drey play area. Situated less than half a mile away from Boat of Garten village, the idyllic surroundings are perfect for walkers and cyclists with endless miles of forest roads and trails to explore, or simply for those looking to pursue the plethora of outdoor activities or some relaxing downtime on offer within nearby Aviemore. There is plenty to do in the surrounding area. Take a stroll around Boat of Garten village which provides a tranquil area with remarkable views, a restaurant, cafes, post office and shop. Have some coffee and cake in one of the cafes and check out the beautiful Loch Vaa. Why not jump on the Boat Of Garten Vintage Steam Train and take a ride to Aviemore? Aviemore is only a 10 minute drive away and here you can take part in a variety of outdoor activities including skiing on the Cairngorm Mountains, quad biking, zip lining and so much more! For those that are interested in checking out the wildlife, contact Speyside Wildlife to arrange bird watching or guided tours. \*Red Squirrel Lodge accepts up to 3 pets at a charge of £35 per pet / per stay payable directly to Retreat Group once your booking is placed. ## Property amenities ### Ski - Close to skiing ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the house: Internet access ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room - Wood stove ### Entertainment - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location ### Things to do - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Horseback riding nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden - Unit size: 1,500 square feet ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/64000000/63550000/63547400/63547313/6045f6d2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Rowan Cottage - Retreat Group Aviemore - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 8.0 Very good 1 review [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-20&endDate=2025-10-21&selected=63547313&PinnedHotelID=63547313&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor spa tub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93150000/93149900/93149835/d6e70a9b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Pine Ridge Lodge - a lodge that sleeps 8 guests in 4 bedrooms Boat of Garten - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly 9.8 Exceptional 29 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-20&endDate=2025-10-21&selected=93149835&PinnedHotelID=93149835&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92930000/92926500/92926453/244f6f52.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Dell Lodge - An elegant family retreat, ideal for gatherings and celebrations Nethy Bridge, - Pet-friendly - Parking available - Laundry - Microwave [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-20&endDate=2025-10-21&selected=92926453&PinnedHotelID=92926453&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33610000/33604100/33604088/0a536dfd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Alpine Style House - Aviemore - In The Heart Of The Cairngorms National Park. 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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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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 Property Registration Number 534171155 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 Red Squirrel Retreat Group 572354 Red Squirrel Lodge - Retreat Group Boat of Garten Red Squirrel Lodge - Retreat Group Private vacation home ## About the area Located in Boat of Garten, this holiday home is in a rural area. Strathspey Steam Railway and Lochindorb Castle are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Landmark Forest Adventure Park and Cairngorm Reindeer Herd. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and cycling nearby. [Visit our Boat of Garten travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Boat-Of-Garten.dx182742) [View more Holiday homes in Boat of Garten](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Boat-Of-Garten-Private-Holiday-Homes.d182742-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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%7C57.24422%2C-3.75674&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=VFgAnCIN9VABfvA7dBOlkam-au8=) Boat of Garten, Highland Council ### What's nearby - Boat of Garten Golf Club - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles - Loch Garten Osprey Centre - 8 min drive - 4.0 miles - Strathspey Steam Railway - 11 min drive - 8.3 miles - Rothiemurchus Estate Visitor Centre - 13 min drive - 9.7 miles - Cairngorm Reindeer Centre - 21 min drive - 14.4 miles ### Getting around - Aviemore Station - 12 min drive - Inverness (INV) - 48 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Costa Coffee - ‬10 min drive - ‪Old Bridge Inn - ‬11 min drive - ‪Cairngorm Hotel - ‬12 min drive - ‪The Inverdruie Restaurant - ‬11 min drive - ‪The Balavoulin - ‬9 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Red Squirrel Lodge - Retreat Group pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Red Squirrel Lodge - Retreat Group? > Check-in begins at 5:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Red Squirrel Lodge - Retreat Group? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Red Squirrel Lodge - Retreat Group located? > Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is 0.6 mi (0.9 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 ## Red Squirrel Lodge - Retreat Group Reviews 8.0 ### Very good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 8.0 Cleanliness ### 8.0 Location 10 - Excellent 0 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 8/10 Good #### sukrant s. 26 Dec 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, location #### It was good except few things Location was good and good organise . Me and family enjoined it very well . It was all good expect few things that we can improve In start I was not able to find location in google map , so I requested customer care to arrange exact location for property, but they shared location of exact opposite property coordinates , I hope that is just a mistake . I would suggest , please check bathroom appliances before handover to clients , we noticed one of bathroom shower and its attachments were not working . Last thing . Heating methods were really old style and difficult to manage , we find it difficult to bring down temperature once we increase it . We try it many times , but it was really difficult to manage it Above are some minor points that could improve things a bit . Overall it was pleasant experience ##### sukrant s. 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