13 independent reviews for Cairngorms B & B accommodation, Scotland

T. J. Rose review 16 Sep 2011

1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your holiday?

This was the best holiday I have had in a long time and I travel frequently as I am retired. Everything about the accommodation is first class, from the moment you are met on arrival, through the delicious and wonderful meals, the oh so cozy bedroom and the exquisite decor of the house. The best home cooked meals I have had in years. And all of this provided with a smile and graciousness one would only expect to receive at an expensive hotel in the heart of London. My walks were terrific because the B&B is well situated in the heart of the Highlands, so there were no obstacles to getting going! Most memorable part? The whole stay!

2. What tips would you give other travellers booking this holiday?

Don't miss Fiona's meals! Really!

3. Did you feel that your holiday benefited local people, and minimized impacts on the environment?

Definitely because Simon and Fiona put deeds to words. They use an amazing range of local products, from jams, soaps, biscuits, fruits, the full complement of vegetables, many grown right in their garden. They make sure you are aware of local points of interest, which one can visit and of course support with your trade or purchase. For example, the Highland Folk Museum is not only an "attraction", it truly is a worthwhile place to visit. In fact, admission is free, yet one will inevitably feel moved to provide a donation for its upkeep. So if you begin from the point of using local products and artisans, then you will eliminate the waste involved in transporting goods from far away. The products that are used are virtual all Fair Trade and organic. Also, there is no excessive washing and wasting of sheets and towels.

4. Finally, how would you rate your holiday overall?

Well, I suppose I have already answered it above. Which means, here, I would simply emphasize that Simon and Fiona demonstrate how a B&B can be operated in a complete eco-friendly way and yet not sacrifice the comfort and service and even luxury amenities would likes to receive on vacation, including the towels and sheets I mentioned above. Proves you can provide luxury without being wasteful. I could not recommend a vacation at the B&B more highly.

Jayne Atkins review 30 Oct 2009

1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your holiday?

The superb scenery, the hospitality of the hosts and comfort of the guest house.

2. What tips would you give other travellers booking this holiday?

Be aware of the likelihood of rain.

3. Did you feel that your holiday benefited local people, and minimized impacts on the environment?

To a certain extent as we purchased food and drink locally and spent one day without using the car.

4. Finally, how would you rate your holiday overall?

Apart from the weather, excellent. It would have been five stars if it wasn't for the weather.

Taylor Sherman review 15 May 2009

2. What tips would you give other travellers booking this holiday?

I would highly recommend other travellers to have Fiona and Simon cook them dinner one night - we had an amazing mushroom risotto and a rhubarb and custard tarte which I am still dreaming about a week later!

3. Did you feel that your holiday benefited local people, and minimized impacts on the environment?

The organic, locally grown food was a major plus point.

4. Finally, how would you rate your holiday overall?

We had a great time. The B&B was clean and comfortable and Fiona and Simon had a wealth of information about the local area and had recommendations for activities for rainy and sunny days.

Isobel McMillan review 15 Sep 2008

1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your holiday?

The owners, Fiona and Simon. Lovely, welcoming people. Their food and service is exceptional.

2. What tips would you give other travellers booking this holiday?

Ensure that you can manage in the area without public transport of which there is none! I did fine without transport for three days; longer than that I may have found difficult without transport.

3. Did you feel that your holiday benefited local people, and minimized impacts on theenvironment?
Most of the food and non foodstuffs used at the accommodation are eco sourced. My walks in the area had no detrimental impact on the environment! I bought at the local shop and the local pottery cafe/shop; I visited local museum, and heritage centre both of which benefit local people financially and by spreading information about the area.

4. Finally, how would you rate your holiday overall?

I had a really good break and feel refreshed by it. I enjoyed wonderful scenery and wildlife. Local people very friendly. Yes it was very good.

Mike Walters review 31 Jul 2008

1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your holiday?

Our hosts Simon and Fiona advised us as amateur birdwatchers to visit a local site. The visit proved successful when we saw a golden eagle - a first for us, and also a herd of wild deer. The rest of our time was packed with lots of activities all within easy range - like hiking up the cairngorms, bike trails, observing ospreys and local walks.

2. What tips would you give other travellers booking this holiday?

Be prepared for all weather conditions - we did not pack sun tan cream!

3. Did you feel that your holiday benefited local people, and minimized impacts on the environment?

Local facilities were great-like the local shop, hotels for meals - really enjoyed Blasta in Newtonmore.

4. Finally, how would you rate your holiday overall?

Simon and Fiona were excellent hosts-good food, lots of advice and showing interest in us not just doing their bit. This is a luxury B&B!

Emma Seddon review 27 Oct 2007

1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your holiday?

There was not one isolated moment just a lovely holiday, friendly owners, good hearty breakfasts, very high standard of room which had plenty of room for the 2 dogs as well and of course the location - stunning views from outside the B&B - plenty of walks to explore just need a lot longer there.

2. What tips would you give other travellers booking this holiday?

Take advantage of the lovely sitting room with plenty of both informative and fictional literature.

3. Did you feel that your holiday benefited local people, and minimized impacts on the environment?

Good explanations provided if interested into the measures which they are undertaking in order to reduce their impact which was informative, with a definite emphasis on local/homegrown/made organic produce.

4. Finally, how would you rate your holiday overall?

Excellent - we are hoping to return as soon as we can face the journey again!