Sleeps 12 in 6 double bedrooms all en-suite

4.8 / 5.0

Outstanding(21 Ratings)

House in Scotland

14 guests · 6 bedrooms · 6 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones

Includes essentialsGarden, Pets allowed, Kitchen or Kitchenette and more

About this house rental

The Old Minister's House is set in the heart of the Cairngorm National Park on the historic Rothiemurchus Estate. This area is well known for its stunning natural beauty but just a short walk away from the town of Aviemore where you'll find everything you need.

With five luxurious en-suite bedrooms in the main house and a further en-suite bedroom in our tranquil riverside suite, spacious living room, riverside TV lounge, dining room , kitchen, utility and boot room, there's plenty of room for an indulgent group getaway. Extra special spaces you can enjoy together include an outdoor cooking area and hot tub.

With names and decor inspired by the natural surroundings, the bedrooms are the perfect place to relax and unwind. With the finest quality bed linens, pocket sprung mattresses, and black-out curtains you can expect 19th-century romance with 21st-century comforts.

Included:
Wifi internet access
Christmas decorations – Included for festive weeks
Highchair & cot in lodge, please bring cot linen
Charcoal BBQ

Rooms:

Lounge with log stove
Dining Room
Kitchen
Laundry Room
Boot Room
1 x king-sized bedroom downstairs with en-suite shower (sleeps 2)
2 x king-sized bedrooms upstairs en-suite bath/shower (sleeps 4)
2 x Superking or Twin bedrooms upstairs en-suite bath/shower (sleeps 4) please let us know if Twins are required when booking
1x king-sized master bedroom in extension with en-suite (sleeps 2)
1x Tri-bunk (top only for small children under 12)
Further cosy lounge with log stove
Second Kitchen

Dog Friendly
Parking for several cars

Amenities

Pets allowed

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Fireplace

Parking

Hot tub or spa

Garden

Map of Scotland

Nearby attractions

Queen Elizabeth Forest Park

118.6 mi

The Scottish Crannog Centre

67.3 mi

££££

Sleeps 12 in 6 double bedrooms all en-suite

££££

4.8 / 5.0

Outstanding(21 Ratings)

House in Scotland

14 guests · 6 bedrooms · 6 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones

Includes essentialsGarden, Pets allowed, Kitchen or Kitchenette and more

About this house rental

Amenities

Pets allowed

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Fireplace

Parking

Hot tub or spa

Garden

Map of Scotland

Nearby attractions

Queen Elizabeth Forest Park

118.6 mi

The Scottish Crannog Centre

67.3 mi

Ratings and reviews

4.8 / 5.0

Outstanding(21 Ratings)

5.0 / 5.0

Sep 2024

Hi 2nd stay at the old ministers house. Great location, large comfortable house. Had a fee glitches with the oven as the door would not stay closed, the light at the outside eating area was not working. Had a brilliant time and hope to be back next year.

4.0 / 5.0

Aug 2024

We had an excellent stay. The house is very well situated and equipped, with plenty of space and very comfortable. Couple of small points, the beds could do with larger sheets as the current ones are a bit small so constantly come untucked. Also the oven door doesnt close properly so lets out a lot of heat impacting cooking times and some of the hobs on the stove wouldnt light.

5.0 / 5.0

Jul 2024

A great house for our family to come together. Location ideal with plenty of activities on the doorstep. House very well appointed, nice touches with tissues in bedrooms, robes for hot tub, lovely whisky and honey hand wash from Highland Soap Company (available in a shop in Aviemore) Would recommend anyone looking for a large family house to book the Old Minister's House

5.0 / 5.0

Jul 2024

Wonderful place for family gathering such as ours. Lovely rooms, well appointed and comfortable. Could have done with more attention to amenities (no salt, no soap/body wash in bathrooms etc). Would highly recommend.

5.0 / 5.0

Jul 2024

We were a family of 7 adults & 3 children celebrating our Golden Wedding Anniversary. The Old Ministers House was ideal for us all. The property exceeded our expectations and was exactly as described. Very clean & spacious with quality furniture & furnishings. All linen & towels, dish towels & wash up supplies are all provided as are robes for the hot tub which we all enjoyed. The fresh flowers & shortbread were a lovely touch. There was a minor maintenance issue which was attended to right away. The location is very convenient for all the activities you might want to do. Overall a very enjoyable stay for us all. We would highly recommend this property.

5.0 / 5.0

Jun 2024

stunning house, which easily accommodates 14 people , setting beside river is wonderful. Well equipped for self catering. Any queries are dealt with quickly and efficiently by the team at great north lodges. The hot tube was an added bonus. The bedroom with annex has excellent king bed , but the annex has bunks not that suitable for adults( up to young teens really ). Parking ample for 5 cars, covered area for bike storage (however this doesn't have a lockable door). Well situated next door to a cafe and farm shop and within easy drive or walk to Aviemore, road and cycle paths on your doorstep and easy access to lots of walking areas. the only slight drawback is the surrounding grounds are gravelled and mature bushes , no grassy area for young children, but areas available across the road. The river is not accessible from the house so safe for children . Over all 1 of the best properties we have used in this area.

5.0 / 5.0

Apr 2024

We could not have hoped for a better place to stay than The Old Minister’s House. Let me first say, the location of this property cannot be beaten if you want to be in the heart of everything that is going on around the Cairngorms. The house was spacious, comfortable and clean. Has the most amazing boot/drying room for anyone sharing this house on a ski trip I would imagine it would be perfect. Couldn’t recommend this enough. Will have to come back in the summer months and enjoy sitting by the river on my balcony.

5.0 / 5.0

Apr 2024

What a fabulous house for a get together. All bedrooms spacious, comfy beds and all en- suite. Well equipped kitchen and the big dining room table was perfect to get everyone together. Location was also excellent with easy access to Aviemore centre and all the activities. Great value for money and would definitely recommend.

5.0 / 5.0

Apr 2024

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Old Minister’s House last week. It was exceptionally well equipped with everything we needed for an extended family holiday. Amazingly spacious and well maintained with excellent views over the river. A really relaxing and tranquil setting and fantastic holiday home. We will definitely be back.

5.0 / 5.0

Apr 2024

Excellent location and superb house and facilities, close to amenities and catered well for our needs, hot tub well used.

5.0 / 5.0

Mar 2024

The Lodge was very comfortable and luxurious, I would definetly return. It was only a short walk into the centre of Aviemore. Lots of walking and cycle tracks around the lodge. The hot tub and BBQ area was a great hit with all the family. Plenty of spaces for 4 cars to park

4.0 / 5.0

Mar 2024

We have stayed in Aviemore many times over the last 50 years and this house was superior to all the rest. It is very comfortable , spacious and well equipped. It was not cheap but we shared the cost with 5 other couples, making it affordable. I would not hesitate to return and would recommend to our friends and family .

5.0 / 5.0

Mar 2024

Fantastic location. Very nice 20 min walk to aviemore. Walking trails roundabout. Hot tub was superb. Just a fantastic space in general. Farm shop with food and gifts next door, also ‘Tree Tops’ right next door which would be a great activity to book in advance. Only recommendation - would’ve been nice if kindling was available for the fire and logs were cut small enough to fit the stove!

5.0 / 5.0

Sep 2023

We had a fabulous time celebrating my 50th birthday at The Old Ministers House in Aviemore, even “Spud the Piper” paid a visit and played a few tunes which was such a lovely surprise gift. The house was very spacious, clean and accommodated our family well. The location is fabulous with plenty of walking options directly from the house but was still close enough to Aviemore Centre. The garden with hot tub was also great with plenty of seating however, the seating at the riverside at the back of the house could do with being replaced as it was in pretty poor condition. Also, we used the BBQ on the Sunday for lunch however, the drip tray underneath the BBQ had not be cleaned and therefore the BBQ caught on fire which could have been a disaster if we hadn’t managed to disconnect the gas and remove from the outside hut, as had we not done that the hut would most likely have gone on fire. Also, we hadn’t managed to cook all of the food at that point which was a bit disappointing. We therefore called the maintenance person who attended within 20 minutes who apologised for the inconvenience as the BBQ should have been fit for use. However, we understand that this was an omission, I.e. ensuring that the drip tray was clean. Therefore, based on our experience I would not locate the BBQ itself within the he hut/seating area. Overall, I would certainly recommend this property as we did really enjoy our stay and think that both the house and location are fabulous.

5.0 / 5.0

Sep 2023

Just back from a long weekend here with family (12 adults) The house was spotlessly clean and had everything we needed, the location was great, quiet and relaxing but close enough to shops bars etc, rooms were spacious, little extra touch with gowns and slippers provided was great. Nice seating area outside aswell. Plenty room for parking 4 cars. Definitely would return to this property.

5.0 / 5.0

Jul 2023

A great stay in a terrific location. The house was big enough to fit the four of our families with plenty space remaining. We didn't feel at any point cramped or living on top of one and other. Aviemore has plenty of things to do and amenities for any length of holiday but this was the ideal house in which to stay. The only area I'd ask for consideration of review would be the time to get into the property- 1700 is somewhat late on in the day. The check out time of 1000 is also pretty early. Otherwise it was perfect.

5.0 / 5.0

Jul 2023

The location of the Old Minister’s House is first class, with walks, activities, shops and restaurants all within walking distance. The accommodation is excellent for big family gatherings. We had 12 staying and could have had 3 more as some beds weren’t used. The only let down was the outside area. The furniture is very disappointing and the gravel at the picnic tables make it unsuitable for a wheelchair. Having said that though, there’s nothing we’ve found that ticks all our boxes like the Old Ministers House so we hope to be back next year.

5.0 / 5.0

Jul 2023

Fantastic house with loads of room and everything you need. Great BBQ setup and outdoor seating. The location couldn't be better. Close to Aviemore but also felt like you were not going to bother anyone with any noise. Would highly recommend.

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Scotland?

The average price for a rental in Scotland is £95 per night. This rental is £360 above the average.

Is parking included with this house?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Sleeps 12 in 6 double bedrooms all en-suite. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Sleeps 12 in 6 double bedrooms all en-suite pet friendly?

Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

What amenities are available at Sleeps 12 in 6 double bedrooms all en-suite?

We found 7 amenities for this rental. This includes pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and parking.

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Sleeps 12 in 6 double bedrooms all en-suite

House in Scotland

Reasons to book

About this house rental

Amenities

Map of Scotland

Nearby attractions

Sleeps 12 in 6 double bedrooms all en-suite

House in Scotland

Reasons to book

About this house rental

Amenities

Map of Scotland

Nearby attractions

Ratings and reviews

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Scotland?

Is parking included with this house?

Is there a pool at this house?

Is Sleeps 12 in 6 double bedrooms all en-suite pet friendly?

What amenities are available at Sleeps 12 in 6 double bedrooms all en-suite?

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