It’s all about the food.

There are few places near Aviemore where food, drink and location come together as beautifully as The Boat.
With the restaurant offering a casual and hearty pub-style menu with our own take on classic dishes and seasonal specials. The Boat Country Inn and Restaurant is an ideal place to eat in the Cairngorms and Boat of Garten.
Check out the Wee Rascals menu for something for the kids and we’re dog friendly.

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Delicious desserts at The Boat
Breakfast Offer

Join us for a proper start to the day.

Enjoy a big breakfast for £10 and unlimited filter coffee per person. This cracking breakfast offer is available daily from 10am to 2pm until the 31st March 2026.

Traditional Afternoon Tea

Afternoon Tea at the Boat Country Inn near Aviemore, is the ideal way to celebrate a special occasion whether it’s a birthday, retirement, celebration, hen party or even just because.

With beautiful views of the Cairngorms, you can enjoy a cup of freshly brewed tea or coffee as well as a selection of freshly made sandwiches & delicious cakes, and scones with jam and clotted cream and other teatime desserts for just £17.95 per person.

Why not treat yourself and add a glass of Prosecco for £24.95 per person.

In order to book, complete the ‘contact us’ form or call us on 01479 831 258*

*Please note 48 hrs notice required for afternoon tea booking

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Come dine with us… Fresh, local ingredients… tasty food!

Menu’s

Breakfast

Your way. Full Scottish, with black pudding & tattie scones, smoked salmon & scrambled eggs or a warm bowl of porridge. Start your day the right way.

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Lunch

Light lunch. Choose fresh soup and sandwiches made your way. Brown, white, gluten free bread. Lunch your way.

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Dinner

The main event. Daily specials, locally sourced ingredients, The Boat is the place to eat, near Aviemore. So much more than dinner. Kids Menu.

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Our Whisky Tasting. An experience we hope you’ll remember…

Special Offers

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Highland Winter Escape

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3 Nights Winter Wonderland Stay

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THE BOAT GIFT VOUCHERS

GIVE THE PERFECT GIFT ALL YEAR ROUND

If you’re looking for the perfect gift for someone special, why not consider the Boat Gift Vouchers. Vouchers are available in increments of £20, are valid for 12 months from date of issue.

The Boat Gift Vouchers

Join us for a proper start to the day. Enjoy a big breakfast for £10 and unlimited filter coffee per person. This cracking breakfast offer is available daily from 10am to 2pm until the 31st March 2026.