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Set in the heart of the Cairngorms National Park, Kingussie is a paradise for outdoor activities and those who appreciate dramatic scenery and the best of Highland hospitality. Its close proximity to Aviemore and the ski centre at Cairngorm make it an ideal base for winter sports enthusiasts and in the summer as a base for exploring all the delights the highlands have to offer with all manner of outdoor activities and cultural pursuits.

Kingussie is ideal for those seeking some peace and tranquility with wonderful riverside walks, bird watching, fishing and the ruins of Ruthven Barracks only a pleasant walk from the town. There is the award winning Highland Folk Museum which is well worth a visit and also the Highland Wildlife Park just 5 miles to the north. Also nearby is the RSPB Insh Marshes Reserve which gives visitors the opportunity to enjoy one of the finest wetlands conservation areas in Scotland with all the birds and other wildlife it attracts.

The town has a good selection of cafes and restaurants where you can sample delicious highland food and there is a good range of shops. If you are lucky you may have the chance to watch the Kingussie Shinty team playing one of the oldest Gaelic field sports - they are a record holding team!

Accommodation:
Laggan Cottage is known as a 'front' cottage meaning it forms part of a larger building which incorporates The Auld Poor House self-catering and the owners' flat. It has independent and private access and comfortably accommodates up to six people. On the ground floor is a livingroom with open fire, with an additional alcove bed for disabled guests who are unable to use the stairs to access the first floor bedrooms. The kitchen/diner is extremely well equipped and includes a dishwasher, fridge and microwave in addition to conventional oven. Beyond the ground floor bathroom which is equipped with grab rails and shower seat for disabled guests (shower, toilet and washbasin) is a laundry room which is shared with guests of The Auld Poor House. The laundry room has drying facilities, washing machines and tumble drier.

On the first floor are two bedrooms, one with a double and a single bed; the other with three single beds. Evidence of the cottage's history as a Poor House can be seen in the antique fireplace/ovens in each bedroom (now blocked up and for decoration only!). To the front of the cottage is a well kept garden and uninterrupted views over the mountains. To the side of the cottage is a wooded area with 'hidden' enchanted garden with barbeque area and wildlife pond. The large gravel car park to the rear of the building is shared with the cottage owners and guests of The Auld Poor House.

Directions:
From the south on the A9, drive past Newtonmore and take the next exit for Kingussie beyond Ruthven Barracks. At the T junction turn right towards Kincraig and pass under the flyover. After the slip road for the A9 south, Laggan Cottage is approx 400 metres on the left.
From the north take the slip road off the A9 to the left for Kingussie approximately 11 miles south of Aviemore. Turn left at the T junction towards Kincraig and The Highland Wildlife Park. Laggan Cottage is situated approx 400 metres on the left.

What's included:
The first �10 of electricity per week in included as is coal for the fire. Bed linen and towels are provided.

Cost and availability.
Change over day is Saturday with arrival time after 4pm; departure by 10am.
Short breaks are available between October and May.

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