27 Aviemore Holiday Park

Aviemore sits at the heart of the Cairngorms, surrounded by skiing, mountain biking, hill walking, water sports on Loch Insh and Loch Morlich, and fishing on the River Spey itself (licence required). A public pool and ice rink are within two miles. The town centre, with its shops and restaurants, is a mile away on foot or by car; a pub is closer still.

27 Aviemore Holiday Park is a detached chalet sleeping six across three bedrooms: one kingsize and two twins. The ground-floor layout means everything from the open-plan living and kitchen to the shower room is on one level. A separate toilet, gas heating, electricity, bed linen and towels are all included. The property has private parking for one car.

The location matters here. The chalet stands 15 yards from the river, with views across the water to the Cairngorm mountains, and a terrace overlooking the same scene. It's quiet enough to feel apart from things, yet close to everything Aviemore offers, from the Reindeer Centre and Landmark Centre to the Highland Wildlife Park near Kingussie. No smoking inside.