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near Aviemore & Inverness in Scotland
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Enjoy a proper Highland experience in Scotland in comfort!
Strathnoon is a fully equipped cottage (pictured above) in a wonderful isolated spot.
It is available for weekly or fortnightly holiday lets throughout the year (closed in mid-winter).
Situated in Monarch of The Glen country in the Scottish Highlands,
Strathnoon is close to the Cairngorm Mountains
and lies in a Strath (valley) called Strathdearn alongside the River Findhorn.
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Strathnoon retains many original features, including lovely period
Victorian tongue and groove pine panelling throughout the cottage which keeps it cosy in winter.
The cottage is suitable for children with a stairgate at the top of the stairs and a TV, as well as a video place with a considerable number of videos. The accommodation comprises:
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Upstairs is a full size pine cot which can be used in either bedroom.
Guests with babies are advised to bring their own linen for the cot - which we are sure you would prefer in any event for your own baby!
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There is also a large porch (useful for boots and outdoor gear).
Outside there is a BBQ area.
New double glazed windows now fitted to all north-west facing windows.
All towels, bedding and sheets are provided.
You only need to bring your own food and drink.
2023:
Electricity is included in the price. Email us for details and make your booking. The cottage is booked from Sunday to Sunday.
Click here for details of our Fishing breaks... SPECIAL OFFERS
Any week booked at Strathnoon together with the full fishing package
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Many come to visit Strathdearn to see and experience the variety of wildlife in this tranquil place. You will spot buzzards and golden eagles, and even the occasional osprey has been seen taking fish from the local burn (stream). Red kite have also been seen here recently. The moor above the house is where red deer and grouse can be seen.
Scottish wild salmon and sea trout fishing can be arranged for you in season (from April to the end of September). Three rods per day can fish the river for salmon at a cost of £25 per rod per day (£40 per rod in July, £50 per rod in May & August, and £80 per rod in September). A ghillie is available for hire with a 4x4 for £80 per day.
Visit our fishing web page for details of the Old Clune Beat.Trout fishing is free for those staying at the cottage subject to availability (only 3 rods per day may fish and sometimes these are taken by salmon fishers who have formally booked salmon fishing on the river at the time).
We can also organise rough shooting in season - just ask us for details and we will be happy to arrange something to suit your interests.
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Comment from a regular guest who started coming here in 2002:
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Strathnoon is positioned in Strathdearn on the River Findhorn, between Inverness (22 miles) and Aviemore (14 miles).
Strathdearn (valley) |
The nearest village is Tomatin (6 miles away) where The Strathdearn community centre has a wonderful café and shop called The 3 Bridges. They serve homemade hot and cold meals, fresh coffee and have good WIFI, as well as a brilliant bakery. The shop has most things you might need for your stay at Strathnoon. It is staffed by an extremely courteous and friendly team. Shopping can also be obtained at Carrbridge (10 miles) and from supermarkets in Inverness. Tomatin is also home to one of the greatest and largest malt whisky distilleries in the whole of Scotland. There is a visitor centre and 10-year malts to try. Tomatin comes from the Gaelic meaning 'the hill of the Juniper bushes'. |
Please note there is no WiFi at the cottage, but most mobile networks work at Strathnoon.
This area of the Highlands can be easily reached by car, train or plane. Overnight sleeper trains operate from London Euston Station, and there are regular daytime trains running between Edinburgh and Aviemore / Inverness every day. There are also daily flights to/from Inverness Airport which is within easy reach of Strathnoon. Car rental is available locally in Inverness.
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Directions by car:
Take the A9 from Perth to Inverness. Approximately 3 miles north of the turn-off to Carrbridge, a dual-carriageway begins. Almost immediately take the left turn signposted to Raigbeg and Balvraid (if you go over the huge viaduct over the River Findhorn you have gone too far!). Approximately 1 mile ahead take the sharp left turn signposted 'Clune 2 miles'. Continue along this single track road, past Old Clune Lodge by a large green shed, and then after another 2 miles (and 1 cattle grid and 2 gates) you will come to Strathnoon on your left near an old stone barn. |
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