Aviemore and the Cairngorms holiday bungalow "Porch House Drumguish By Kingussie" in drumguish

My husband and I stayed at the Porch House for two weeks on our honeymoon in Scotland. We chose the location because it was secluded, in breathtaking surroundings and the accomodations appeared both tidy and affordable. We used Porch House as our home base for travelling around Scotland in our rental and visiting sites of natural beauty, culture, and history.

The place was beyond our expectations. The house was very large, and it was just two of us. The fireplace was a dream, the bird watching was a morning delight each and every day. (You need to pick up our own seed and suet- they are hungry little buggers :) ) It was ideal for us as we did a great deal of cooking when we were in the area at night, the kitchen ameneties were great.

The washer and dryer meant we didn't have to worry about packing too many things, and not have room for what we chose to buy upon our return home.

Working with Anne, the owner, was excellent. She is the home owner and is quite prompt in her replies and was very helpful to us. As far as business transaction went, she made her expectations and timelines very clear and was very helpful to us as renters.

As far as staying outside the major cities and trying to avoid tourist traps- this place, in my view, is as good as it gets. We have very fond memories of our hikes, the quiet stillness of the house in the morning when the birds are just moving about, curling up at night to the fire and music on the stereo, and of the lovely time we had in Scotland.

My husband and I will think fondly of it and are already plotting our return.


I recommend this place without reservation to people who like adventure and do not need the ridiculious hotel spa experience. If you are handicapped it is not super accessable but if the place inspires you that much, asking never hurt.

We stayed a week at the Porch House. The house is absolutely beautiful and quiet location, comfortably furnished and equipped with everything necessary. Its central location in the Highlands, it is ideal as a starting point for excursions in all directions. The owner is very nice and helpful, always approachable and provide every possible support and not only in terms of accommodation! We will be here any time to spend our holidays. Many thanks to the owner !

Wir verweilten eine Woche im Porch House. Das Haus ist schön und absolut ruhig gelegen, gemütlich eingerichtet und mit allem Notwendigen ausgestattet. Durch die zentrale Lage in den Highlands eignet es sich hervorragend als Ausgangspunkt für Ausflüge in alle Richtungen. Die Eigentümerin ist sehr nett und hilfsbereit, immer ansprechbar und leistet jede erdenkliche Unterstützung und dies nicht nur in Bezug auf die Unterkunft ! Wir würden hier jederzeit wieder unsere Ferien verbringen wollen. Nochmals herzlichen Dank an die Eigentümerin !

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