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Balvattan Farmhouse

Balvattan Farmhouse

4.8
out of 5
Ratings from 15 reviews
100% of guests
recommend
Cleanliness
4.7
Comfort
4.9
Condition
4.8
Location
4.9
Value
4.7
Customer
Service
5.0

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Balvattan Farmhouse is a traditional farmhouse that has been fully modernised. The house is set in a mature half acre garden with hot tub and elevated panoramic views across the Spey Valley to the Cairngorm Mountains. Sleeps 10 near Boat of Garten.

Comfortable ,well appointed house in fabulous location.

Review submitted on Sat, 31 May 2025
4.8
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
5.0
The house was comfortable, with ample space both inside and outside , ideal for all of us aged 4 to 67. It is exceptionally well appointed with an abundance of kitchen equipment, everything you could possibly think of.
The views are stunning & it is ideally situated to take advantage of all the activities available in the wider Aviemore area.

Fiona from Berwick upon tweed stayed at Balvattan Farmhouse for 7 nights in May 2025


Stunning!

Review submitted on Sun, 13 Apr 2025
4.8
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Wow, what a place to stay!

The house was very spacious and fitted our party of 6 adults with ease, making it a home away from home. The kitchen was fully equipped with everything needed and its size allowed us to cater for everyone, including allergies without a worry. The front room is cosy and lighting the fire just added more warmth to an already relaxing area. Beds were extremely comfortable and everyone slept very well, there was ample storage for clothes in each room.

The views around the whole property are stunning, with several people in our party, getting up early to watch the sunrise over the mountains and the hot tub offered welcome relief and relaxation following days exploring the beautiful scenery in Scotland.

There were 6 adults in the party, however the overall travelling party was 23, all of whom we entertained at the Farmhouse for an early Easter get together, with everyone commenting on how lovely the property is.

Balvattan Farmhouse location is perfect, close to Aviemore Town, but not too far away either and good, quick access to shops, butchers etc.

We have already booked for next year.

Gareth from Tidworth stayed at Balvattan Farmhouse for 7 nights in April 2025


Home from home

Review submitted on Sat, 04 Jan 2025
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Our 2nd visit with my family to the farmhouse over new year. Loved our stay. Thank you for making it so festive looking too. Great kitchen for making meals. It's so well equipped as well.
Our grandchildren enjoyed sledging building snowmen and being in the hot tub. A lot of lovely memories made.
Looking forward to booking with you again soon.

Isobel from Lanark stayed at Balvattan Farmhouse for 7 nights in December 2024


Beautiful Balvattan

Review submitted on Sat, 07 Dec 2024
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We had the best stay at Balvattan Farmhouse. The house is beautiful and extremely well equipped, it had everything you could possibly need for a comfortable stay. A real home away from home!
There was a minor issue with the central heating, however, both the owner and GNL were in touch to advise me about. The owner had also gone out of his way to organise portable radiators until the following day when an engineer came promptly. This was handled really well by both the owner and GNL and did not impact our stay at all.
We will 100% return to Balvattan.

Sarah from Kirkcaldy stayed at Balvattan Farmhouse for 4 nights in December 2024


Family Weekend Break

Review submitted on Sun, 25 Aug 2024
4.5
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Good layout of both house and gardens giving plenty of space for everyone to relax and enjoy. One small drawback was with the oven which had a damaged door. We raised this with the Great North Lodges upon arrival and were advised that the oven is scheduled for replacement. A prompt response - full credit to them.

Kenneth from Avoch stayed at Balvattan Farmhouse for 3 nights in August 2024


Wonderful stay at Balvattan Farmhouse

Review submitted on Fri, 02 Aug 2024
4.7
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
4.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We, two families, had a very nice stay at Balvattan Farmhouse. Everything is furnished with great attention to detail.
It offers plenty of space and places to retreat for everyone.
We loved preparing our food in the large kitchen and having food with an amazing view.

We enjoyed the peace and quiet in a beautiful landscape.
Our highlight was the hot tub in the garden. That was a great experience. A hot bath with a spectacular view.

We would recommend the Balvattan Farmhouse. Thank you for the lovely stay.


Clara from Bad Essen stayed at Balvattan Farmhouse for 7 nights in July 2024


90/100

Review submitted on Sat, 18 May 2024
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
An excellent house for a largish group ie 10 people. Beautiful, convenient location with pleasant garden with loads of seats and a super view of the Cairngorms. Kitchen great to cook in with lots of gear. Suggest owners sharpen knives regularly and buy new bowls, too many with worn glaze. Otherwise perfect.

GNLs provided excellent and responsive customer service. Note the details say parking for 3 cars. We had 5 cars including 3 SUVs and found parking no problem.



Claire from Wigtown stayed at Balvattan Farmhouse for 7 nights in May 2024


An amazing peaceful retreat.

Review submitted on Tue, 14 May 2024
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We had a wonderful stay at Balvattan Farmhouse with all the family. The house is full of traditional character and includes an extremely well equipped contemporary kitchen. Home from home!
The views from the house and surrounding grounds are spectacular. The garden is ideal for both adults and children.
We have ventured over the years to this part of our beautiful country for both summer & winter holidays and this was an ideal peaceful retreat from where we were able to explore further the surrounding area.
Adults and children alike would all highly recommend Balvattan Farmhouse and our thanks for a wonderful stay.

Guest from Edinburgh stayed at Balvattan Farmhouse for 3 nights in May 2024


Great property just not for the disabled or elderly

Review submitted on Sun, 14 Apr 2024
4.5
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
5.0
Location
4.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Stayed at Batvattan for 1 week. Place was very well equipped and spotlessly clean. My only issue was the showers which as an elderly partial amputee would benefit from non slip mats and grab rails. Transport is needed from this location. Generally speaking we had a pleasant experience.

Anthony from Devon stayed at Balvattan Farmhouse for 7 nights in April 2024


Home from home

Review submitted on Tue, 09 Jan 2024
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
A wonderful homely house and beautifuly decorated with Christmas decorations.
We relaxed as soon as we entered the house it has lots of space for the grandchildren to play too. What an amazing dream kitchen It was fully equipped for cooking our large family meal at new year. Thankyou for letting us stay we definitely want to book up again for next year.


Isobel from Lanark stayed at Balvattan Farmhouse for 7 nights in December 2023


Highly recommended stunning cottage for large families

Review submitted on Tue, 22 Aug 2023
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Two families stayed is this lovely home. It really is a home away from home. Very cosey. It is very safe for children indoors and outdoors. We were at ease from the moment we walked through the door.
The location is great, just 10mins from Aviemore. Views are spectacular from most windows. Wild deer are seen regularly in the fields surrounding the house which young children loved spotting.
We would stay here again without a doubt !


Seamus from Cobh stayed at Balvattan Farmhouse for 7 nights in July 2023


Lovely break

Review submitted on Tue, 01 Aug 2023
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Amazing views. Well presented farmhouse with plenty space indoor and out. Good amenities. Family friendly

Guest from Aberdeen stayed at Balvattan Farmhouse for 7 nights in July 2023


Family Get Together

Review submitted on Thu, 15 Jun 2023
4.8
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
I booked Balvattan Farmhouse as it seemed the perfect place for our family to all come together. It did not disappoint. House was large enough for 3 families - 7 adults, 4 children, a baby and 2 dogs to be together but also have our own space. The house was well equipped, if it wasn't there, it wasn't worth having! The garden was perfect for the children to play in. Views from the house were magnificent. My daughter and family have now returned to Kansas taking with them some very happy memories. Will definitely return.

Janette from Stirling stayed at Balvattan Farmhouse for 4 nights in June 2023


Fantastic stay over the New Year period

Review submitted on Fri, 06 Jan 2023
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We had a fantastic stay at the Balvattan Farmhouse over the New Year period.

The house was well equipped, spacious and also in a beautiful location looking over the Cairngorm Mountains.

Owners were very communicative and always on hand to help whenever necessary.

We had no complaints. A lovely few days and we will definitely be returning soon.

Michael from Glasgow stayed at Balvattan Farmhouse for 7 nights in December 2022


Home away from home stay at Balvattan lodge

Review submitted on Sat, 31 Dec 2022
4.2
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
3.0
Location
5.0
Value
3.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We had a good week stay at Balvattan - homely and comfy stay. We appreciated the all the Christmas decorations, superbly equipped kitchen and the location was fantastic! Balvattan lodge was spacious and could easily accommodate families of 10 people. Overall positive stay. Downside - the scatter cushions, some carpets and curtains we dusty - some refurbishment is needed. Also, less facilities at Balvattan compared to other Great North Lodges, which may be a negative for some. The staff at Great North Lodges were polite and expeditiously addressed all our queries - thank you!

Shane from Southampton stayed at Balvattan Farmhouse for 7 nights in December 2022