Title: Exceptional! The Byre, overlooking the Cairngorms. - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Exceptional! The Byre, overlooking the Cairngorms. Cottage in Newtonmore with kitchen and patio ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88200000/88196200/88196150/559a632c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88200000/88196200/88196150/981fa605.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, DVD player, books, music library](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88200000/88196200/88196150/c317ecbe.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88200000/88196200/88196150/46100918.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, DVD player, books, music library](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88200000/88196200/88196150/2fe94cad.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location The Byre in Newtonmore is a haven of space and style, welcoming guests back time and again. This eco-friendly cottage boasts a large open-plan living area with wood-burning stove, handcrafted solid wood furniture, and panoramic patio doors overlooking the Cairngorm Mountains. Enjoy a relaxing stay with en-suite bedrooms, an award-winning design that blends traditional materials with contemporary furnishings. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 41561 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Pet-friendly - Washer - Parking available - Outdoor space - Kitchen - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Exceptional! The Byre, overlooking the Cairngorms. This light filled 2 bedroom property is the jewel in our crown and guests keep coming back time and time again to enjoy the feeling of space and it's stylish interior. Part of an exclusive portfolio in Newtonmore, The Byre was a recent winner of the prestigious Highlands & Islands 'Best Self Catered Accommodation' Award. Built on the foundations of the original village dairy, the Byre (sleeps 4) now welcomes guests who are looking for somewhere special to stay. In the heart of Newtonmore so that you can stroll to the village pubs and with everything just on the doorstep. Enjoying spectacular views over the golf course and Cairngorm Mountains this eco-friendly, detached holiday cottage is finished with a mix of traditional materials, such as the oak floors and handbuilt stone wall, and contemporary furnishings, like the big comfy leather sofas. The large open plan ground floor is a multi-functional space of living room with wood-burning stove and large kitchen/dining area with hand-crafted solid wood furniture. The kitchen has dishwasher, washing machine, full oven, hob, microwave and fridge-freezer. Dine, chat, watch tv, listen to music, or just look out of the panoramic patio doors onto the stunning hills, the choice is yours. Above all it's a relaxing space perfect to unwind in. Upstairs there's the spacious master bedroom with romantic king-size brass bed, JBL portable bluetooth speakers, chesterfield sofa to relax on and it's own en-suite bathroom. This has a luxury roll-top bath and we even supply the bathsalts for pampering yourself, plus there's a separate shower cubicle, toilet and heated towel rail. The twin bedroom has a TV/DVD in case guests want to watch different programs, a supply of books, and again plenty of space. The twin room also has its own en-suite shower room with large shower cubicle, wash-hand basin, toilet and heated towel rail. A large secluded south facing decked terrace with outdoor dining table & chairs is accessed by the patio doors off the lounge, and it overlooks the aspen and scots pine tree lined back garden. This is the perfect spot for lunch or to unwind with a glass of wine watching the light changing on the Cairngorms. Keep an eye out for the red squirrels who like to balance on the top of the glass balcony if you're quiet! There's plenty of parking and a small enclosed, pet-friendly lawned front garden (plus the rear garden below the back deck is semi-wild/cottage-style, bee-friendly and accessed by a rough path). This stunning property is 4 star Visit Scotland quality assurance rated. Electric central heating throughout and logs provided for the stove. 1 well-behaved dog welcome (please let us know when booking - strictly 1 dog only). Fabulous dog-walking straight from the door including the 10km orbital Wildcat Trail. Newtonmore has a well-stocked Co-op supermarket (open daily 7am til 10pm). There is also a post office, pharmacy, barbers, Tweed shop, gift shop, two or three pubs or hotel bars that serve good food, 2 or 3 lovely cafes, an all-day Grill, a petrol station (with convenience store) a takeaway and a restaurant. 3 cashpoints (village hall, co-op and petrol station). THE BYRE, SUMMARY: Both spacious bedrooms are ensuite. Enclosed dog-friendly garden (1 dog welcome). Award-winning property. Deck overlooking the golf course, golf club and hills. Check out 10am. Check in from 4pm. Traditional Highland village with a selection of cafes, pubs that serve food and museums. All linen, logs, and heating included. Ample parking on site. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room - Wood stove ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Music library - TV - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Fenced yard - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - One pet total (up to 55 lbs per pet) ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Things to do - Bicycle parking ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Bicycle parking - Comprehensive recycling policy - Double-glazed windows - Eco-friendly cleaning products used - Eco-friendly toiletries - Garden - Humane treatment of captive wild animals - Local artist showcase - Local culture and ecosystem education - Locally-owned and organized tours and activities - No plastic coffee stirrers - No plastic drinking straws - No plastic soft drink bottles - No plastic water bottles - Reusable coffee/tea filters - Reusable cups - Reusable tableware - Solar energy - Unit size: 1,561 square feet - Water-efficient showers ## Similar properties ![TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101910000/101904400/101904324/30d73971.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 2 Railway Cottage by Interhome Aviemore - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-22&endDate=2025-11-23&selected=101904324&PinnedHotelID=101904324&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102940000/102939900/102939857/8f67fffa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### SECLUDED COTTAGE IN THE VERY HEART OF THE HIGHLANDS OF SCOTLAND Kingussie - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 7 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-22&endDate=2025-11-23&selected=102939857&PinnedHotelID=102939857&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88200000/88196200/88196165/497d3756.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Romantic Rolltop bath & cosy woodburning-stove - Baltinna West Lodge, Newtonmore. 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation Property Registration Number HI-70020-F ### Property is also known as 572661 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C57.06484%2C-4.11976&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Opt90JRNS_3iFNA_MBtqlt9Erv4=) Newtonmore, Inverness-shire #### What's nearby - Newtonmore Golf Club - 2 min walk - 0.2 km - Fused and Light - 7 min walk - 0.6 km - Highland Folk Museum - 14 min walk - 1.2 km - Kingussie Golf Club - 7 min drive - 5.8 km - Highland Wildlife Park - 14 min drive - 12.7 km #### Getting around - Newtonmore Station - 10 min walk - Inverness (INV) - 63 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Ralia - ‬3 min drive - ‪Newtonmore Grill - ‬12 min walk - ‪Ghillies Cellar Bar & Bistro - ‬5 min drive - ‪Letterbox Restaurant - ‬1 min walk - ‪Joe's - The Chippy on the Corner - ‬6 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Exceptional! The Byre, overlooking the Cairngorms. pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 55 lbs per pet. ### What time is check-in at Exceptional! The Byre, overlooking the Cairngorms.? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Exceptional! The Byre, overlooking the Cairngorms.? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Exceptional! The Byre, overlooking the Cairngorms. located? > Situated in Newtonmore, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Newtonmore Golf Club and Fused and Light. Highland Folk Museum and Kingussie Golf Club are also within 3 mi (5 km). Newtonmore Station is 10 minutes by foot. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question 10 ### Exceptional