Holiday cottages in Aviemore, Cairngorms
Holiday activities in Cairngorm National Park
Think of Aviemore and you probably think of skiing and chalets, but as it's open all year round Aviemore is a great place for a self-catering holiday throughout the year - and there are more than just chalets to stay in!
With some great snow in the last few years, there has been a revival of ski-ing holidays in Scotland - as the snow was excellent and many people travelled to Scottish ski resorts to enjoy the amazing skiing conditions throughout the winter season - a firm base and plenty of snow provided excellent slopes for family skiing of all standards, and plenty of off piste for the adventurous skiier.
Self-catering accommodation in Highlands Scotland
Located within the Cairngorms National Park and boasting spectacular views, whatever you choose to do in and around Aviemore and wherever you choose to stay, the beautiful highland landscape will provide the perfect backdrop. A busy and popular holiday destination, Aviemore is the perfect base from which to explore the peace and tranquillity of the highland countryside whether on foot, mountain bike or even on horseback. For those looking for self-catering accommodation in Aviemore, there are plenty of places to choose from - accommodating small and large groups in either luxury
Aviemore self-catering or simpler cottages near the ski slopes. The romantic landscape of the Cairngorms perfectly complements the romance offered by the Swiss style chalets where, after a day's activity, you can relax in a hot-tub and watch the world go by. Modern chalets built with views of the ancient Abernethy Forests keep you close to nature whilst at the same time offering all your creature comforts, including, should you want it, wireless internet access. A few miles' drive from town you'll find Edwardian houses and cosy cottages nestling beneath the pine trees, close to local shops and amenities and with enough room to accommodate friends and family.
Aviemore attractions are plentiful - feed the reindeer at the Cairngorm Reindeer Centre, sample the local brew at the Cairngorm Brewery, visit the Aviemore Highland resort, the Glenmore Forest or the Highland Folk Museum, take a ride on the Mountain Railway or spend the day fishing. After a full day exploring the great outdoors, relax and put your feet up in the comfort of your self-catering chalet, lodge, house or cottage. Alternatively, head into town and sample Aviemore's excellent nightlife!
Aviemore is the place to go if you want a skiing holiday in Scotland. There are lots of luxury self catering cottages and houses to rent near Aviemore. It is a thriving tourist resort which offers every type of holiday accommodation and has plenty of cafes, restaurants and gift shops (plenty of tartan souvenirs to buy here!), as well as and ice rink and swimming pool. There is lots to do in Aviemore and the surrounding area apart from skiing and it is a wonderful base for a break throughout the year. The Cairngorm Funicular Mountain Railway goes up the mountain, giving visitors an amazing view of the Cairngorms. At the top of the railway you get out and can look at the Mountain Exhibition and visit the cafe.
The nearby Kincraig Highland Wildlife Park is very popular with children, as well as adults - it houses animals that used to roam free in the Highlands (such as wolves) in enormous pens in a natural setting (in fact you often have to look hard to see them!). Kinguisse, Kincraig and Carrbridge are other places
where you might want to rent quality holiday houses in Aviemore area.