BOAT OF GARTEN
Boat of Garten is a peaceful village situated amongst heather-clad hills and native woodlands and is the perfect location for your holiday, whether as a couple or with family and friends and has excellent local facilities within walking distance of the Cottage.
Best known for its excellent golf course, Strathspey Steam Railway and the Ospreys at Loch Garten, it offers a great base from which to explore the Cairngorms National Park and the many attractions of Spey Valley and beyond.
Cyclists and walkers can set off from the cottage and follow numerous tracks to Loch Garten, Nethybridge, Aviemore and beyond.
We have some fabulous local businesses in our village, all within quick walking distance of Croftwood.
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eating & shopping
Village Shop & Post Office
David and Beth have a lovely, compact and welcoming shop which is really well stocked with all essential items you would need.
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Gashouse Café
Open in the summer this great little coffee shop is run by Nash and Heather who also own adjacent bike shop (Ride Cairngorm).
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1896 Gallery
Mairi and James Gordon offer some of the best art and crafts across Scotland. Have a wander round their lovely gallery – the old village hall.
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View Restaurant at JB’s
Situated at the Boat of Garten Golf Club is the newly updated restaurant which is now open to everyone.
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Boat Country Inn & Bistro
A welcoming bar and restaurant with sizeable patio to the front and situated next to the Strathspey Steam Railway.
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Anderson’s Restaurant
Anderson’s Restaurant is very popular to locals and visitors alike. The atmosphere is relaxing and welcoming.
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Osprey Coffee House
Recently opened and offers fabulous coffee and cakes
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THINGS TO DO
Walking
There are many walks around the village, including an all-abilities path, which take you through the woods or down by the River Spey
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Golf
“The Boat” should be first on the list of any golfer’s visit to the Highlands and it now has a popular new restaurant and bar!
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Biking
If you’re seeking to take advantage of the numerous cycling activities in the area pop in and speak to Nash at Ride Cairngorm.
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Boat of Garten
Our village website gives useful insight to all areas ranging from accommodation to activities, to businesses and village projects
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Strathspey Steam Railway
A ten mile restored section of the original Highland Railway Line and runs between Aviemore, Boat of Garten and Broomhill.
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Community Hall
The hub of the village – check out Community Hall’s website and Facebook page for event and group info.
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FURTHER AFIELD
Cairngorm Mountain Range and Loch Morlich are 20 minutes away by car and the surrounding area has a wide variety of attractions such as Malt Whisky Trail, galleries, craft shops, golf courses, outdoor activity centres and you can reach the beautiful Moray Firth beaches like Nairn and Findhorn within an hour.
Check out the links below to help you make the most of your time in the Highlands.
VISIT CAIRNGORMS
MALT WHISKY TRAIL
ROTHIEMURCHUS ESTATE
GOLF HIGHLAND
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