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Balvattan Farmhouse

Balvattan Farmhouse

4.8
out of 5
Ratings from 12 reviews
100% of guests
recommend
Cleanliness
4.7
Comfort
4.9
Condition
4.8
Location
4.8
Value
4.7
Customer
Service
5.0

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Balvattan Farmhouse is a modernised traditional farmhouse set in a secure half acre garden with hot tub and elevated panoramic views across the Spey Valley to the Cairngorms. Sleeps 10 near Boat of Garten.

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.



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.



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.




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.





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.



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.



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.




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 !




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



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.



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.



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!