Glencoldon Cottage Gallery – explore your Highland wellbeing retreat.

Glencoldon Cottage Gallery

Wooden exterior of Glencoldon Cottage surrounded by native trees and wild garden
Arrival at Glencoldon Cottage
Serene bedroom at Glencoldon Cottage with large windows overlooking the forest
Inside Glencoldon Cottage
Person standing in sunshine reading on balcony in front of beautiful forest views from Glencoldon Cottage
Balcony
Coffee mug and book on picnic table among wild garden greenery at Glencoldon Cottage
Gardens of Glencoldon Cottage
Vintage-style lamppost with "Boat of Garten" sign beneath blue sky
Boat of Garten
Person standing by Loch Garten at sunrise, overlooking calm water and forested hills
Activities & Places

Arrival at Glencoldon Cottage

Designed with natural light, warmth, and breathtaking views in mind, the cottage blends modern high-spec comfort with energy efficiency, renewable technologies, and a deep respect for the environment.

We’ve created a bright, cosy Highland retreat nestled in a wildlife-rich landscape — perfect for slowing down, reconnecting, and recharging.

Because holidays should be more than just time off. They’re a chance to reset, breathe deeply, and leave with a renewed sense of wellbeing.

Finding Glencoldon Cottage

People walking and cycling along a woodland track in Boat of Garten village
Rustic wooden sign reading “Glencoldon” fixed to a wire fence
Gravel driveway entrance to Glencoldon Cottage with trees and greenery on both sides
Wooden exterior of Glencoldon Cottage surrounded by native trees and wild garden

Electric Charging Point at the Front Door

Close up of electric vehicle charging point at entrance of Glencoldon Cottage with wooden cladding
Electric vehicle charging point at Glencoldon Cottage with wooden cladding and white car charging

Welcome to Glencoldon Cottage!

Main entrance to Glencoldon Cottage with wooden cladding and EV charging point
Open front door revealing a bright hallway with wooden floors and a window view beyond

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Inside Glencoldon Cottage

Your Living Space: Dining Room & Living Room, A Fire and Views (on all sides)

Guest enjoying morning coffee on deck outside cottage with open glass doors
Open-plan living and dining room with woodland views, set for a cosy meal
Bright living area with armchair, framed painting, and forest views through full-height windows
Wood-burning stove and armchairs in the cosy sitting room at Glencoldon Cottage
Close-up of wooden side table with a coaster reading “Blether” beside a carved wooden bowl and grey armchair

Dining Area (every meal with a view – even on the walls)

Open-plan living and dining room with woodland views, set for a cosy meal
Close-up of dining table chair and bright orange and blue painting behind
Dining table set for four with Highland artwork and natural light from large window
Close-up of dining table set for two with patterned cushions and wall art in background
Spacious open-plan living and dining area with forest views, wood floors, and natural light

TV Snug – For cosy movie nights and cups of tea

Cosy snug with TV, leather sofa, and large window looking
Wooden animal carving and ceramic lamp on windowsill with forest view behind curtains

Bedrooms – Double Green Room, Double Purple Room & Twin Room (all with forest views!)

Green Bedroom

Bright queen bedroom with green curtains, wooden beds and garden view
Bright double bedroom with green artwork, storage
Bedside table with eye mask, Glencoldon welcome card, and local activity guide
Double bed with white linens and green cushion under framed artwork in minimalist room

Purple Bedroom

Serene bedroom at Glencoldon Cottage with large windows overlooking the forest
King sized bed with purple throw and towel set by large window with woodland view
king bed with white linens beside bedside table with mug, book, and reading light

Twin Bedroom

Twin bedroom with wooden beds, forest views, and soft blue curtains
Serene bedroom at Glencoldon Cottage with large windows overlooking the forest

Your Kitchen – with everything you need to nourish and replenish

Fully equipped kitchen with wood cabinets, washing machine, and double windows looking onto garden
Warm-toned kitchen with orange tile backsplash, oak cabinets, and open shelving

Bathrooms – Of which there are two, a shower and a bathroom – both sparklingly fresh!

Modern shower room with curved glass enclosure, turquoise walls, and wooden towel ladder
Compact bathroom with toilet, pedestal sink, wall mirror, and towel rail
Bright bathroom with deep bath, green accent wall, and dried flower arrangements on windowsill

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Balcony & Forest Views #RetreatAlert 🙂

Did you know, Glencoldon is a winter wonderland and autumn gem? Check out the seasonal beauty here.

Guest enjoying morning coffee on deck outside cottage with open glass doors
Person reading on balcony on bench in front of beautiful forest views from Glencoldon Cottage
Hot drink and thermos on wooden deck railing, surrounded by sunlit forest
Dramatic view of snow-dusted Highland mountains framed by pine trees at sunset
A winter’s dream from the Glencoldon Balcony

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Wild Gardens of Glencoldon Cottage

8+ Years Rewilded Garden & Forest Access

Would you like to see what Glencoldon used to look like in 2017? Prepare for a transformation!

View through trees and wild garden from Glencoldon Cottage deck
Rustic wood shed stocked with chopped logs, set against leafy forest backdrop
Neatly stacked firewood logs ready for the wood-burning stove

Eating Area – Nature Immersion Zone!

The wildlife from Glencoldon’s wild garden is fantastic – 22 bird species identified one morning, see all you may discover here.

Coffee mug and book on picnic table among wild garden greenery at Glencoldon Cottage
Wooden bird feeder hanging between shaded thin tree trunks
Wooden garden gate surrounded by gorse and trees, leading directly into the forest
A direct gateway from the garden the forest!!
Group of guests enjoying a picnic beside tall pines in the wild garden at Glencoldon Cottage

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The Village – Boat of Garten

For more information on local events, where to eat and things to do, see our Location & Activities page.

Blue Boat of Garten "Change for Speyside Line" at rail station with Cairngorm mountains and greenery around
Wooden bike rental cabin with colourful signs next to the local pub in Boat of Garten
Bike rental just by the pub
Traditional Highland pub in Boat of Garten, a 10-minute walk from Glencoldon Cottage
Local pub – 10 mins walk
Boat of Garten’s village shop and post office with red signage and local charm
Cyclist in high-vis gear riding past stone walls and road signs in Boat of Garten

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Activities & Places to See

Lochs & Wild Swimming (if you dare!)

For more information on the adventures you can have from Glencoldon, see our Location & Activities page.

Person walking into Loch Morlich wild swimming on sandy beach, surrounded by Highland hills
Loch Morlich
Close-up of blue wild swimming gloves with wildlife print on a rustic bench beside rainbow paddleboard gear
Person standing by Loch Garten at sunrise, overlooking calm water and forested hills
Loch Garten – is a beautiful hour walk or short cycle from the front door!

Hikes, Walks & Cycling

For more information on the adventures you can have from Glencoldon, see our Location & Activities page.

Striking sunset reflected on still river Spey near Boat of Garten
Mountain bikes with helmets parked outside Glencoldon Cottage, ready for a local cycling adventure
Cycle route signpost for National Cycle Network Route 7 to Aviemore (off-road)
Peaceful riverbank of Spey with trees and blue sky near Glencoldon Cottage
Woodland lochan surrounded by Scots pine trees reflecting on calm water

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