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We all had a terrific time at Muckrach house as it is such a wonderful place. Decoration is fantastic, facilities outstanding and the beds were super comfortable. There were 6 children with us and they didn’t want to leave. All in all, we thoroughly the house.
We had a special week at Drum Cottage. It is located remotely in a truly magical setting. The cottage was spotlessly clean on our arrival, beds are super comfy with crisp fresh linens, and fluffy towels. We saw red squirrels, buzzards, a red kite, and lots of birds in the garden. When we had a small issue, the housekeeper was very prompt to respond and it was resolved quickly which was excellent. I’d highly recommend a stay here, beautiful cottage, glorious setting with incredible views.
Highly recommend Craggan Mill. Beautiful house with lots of space for a large group and the house had everything we needed and more. We were fortunate to have lots of snow so it was even more special. We appreciated that the drive had been cleared for us arriving and paths cut to the hot tub. GNL’s also came round to clear the snow off the hot tub lid mid week which was very helpful. Loved sitting in it in the snow. The sauna was fab too.
Cairngorm Cottage is a wonderful place to stay. It shouts luxury at you from every room. The kitchen has everything you will ever need. The views are lovely and it was a great staying there for the festive period. The Estate staff are very helpful and friendly.
Fantastic location on the Dorback estate with views across to the Mountains. The cottage is well equipped and homely with two real fires. Not far from Nethy Bridge it felt we were nestled in the forest with wildlife all around.
Coorie Lodge Superb!! We stayed for Christmas 2025 and our only disappointment was discovering that the lodge was already booked for Christmas the following year when we went to check availability. We’ve stayed in various GNL properties, and will again, but we found this one to be impeccably clean; even down to the fresh vacuum lines on the couches and headboards. We don’t go looking for stuff like this but we did note the extra effort that had gone into making this lodge stay truly above and beyond. The kitchen has an impressive storage capacity and all the crockery and utensils are in ve...more
Writing to say thank you. We had 15 adults and 16 kids (ages 3 to 10) and found Gulabin Lodge an excellent experience to have such a gathering. The house and grounds provide ample space for games for the children. The kitchen was well stocked. The firepit was a hit and captivated everyone. We were in easy reach of local walks. Nothing was a problem for Helen and Tim and they created a relaxed atmosphere for us to have a wonderful weekend.
Great location and perfect place to stay in the Highlands. Spotlessly clean and perfectly decorated. We loved it and can’t wait to come back.
Stables Cottage is very comfortable and very well appointed. The owners have thought of everything one might want in a holiday cottage. We particularly loved sitting in front of the log burner on cold evenings looking out at the stars. Its location could not be better either - right on the edge of the forest - perfect for long walks. The only issue we had was that we found the property had not been fully cleaned before our arrival. However GNL were quick to apologise and provide a suitable remedy when we contacted them. We would, therefore, happily stay in this or other GNL properties in fut...more
A lovely house in fabulous surroundings. This was our 2nd stay 15 years later and the house is even more lovely after the extension. We had relaxing family time and the children loved the wildlife right outside the windows.
Lovely cottage, beautiful views, great location for Caingorms and woodland Loch walks. We enjoyed the hot tub and the log burning stove in the living room. Comfy mattresses. The enclosed garden was great for dogs and children.
Fantastic house for a family gathering. Lovely property with plenty of space, large bedrooms, all with the added bonus of en-suite bathrooms. Well equipped house and having the bar next door was fantastic. Very friendly atmosphere. As a party of 12 people, we really enjoyed the house and all it had to offer. Great places to walk and visit near by too. Thank you!
great cottage with hot tub, fire makes a big difference, very clean and well kitted out for long weekend stay, great communication from Great North
The lodge itself is really nice but it’s at the top of a housing estate!!! Don’t come if you are hoping for splendid isolation.
Family get together for xmas ,six adults five children .Accomadation met all of our needs bedrooms good size with own bathrooms and comfy beds. Kitchen was very well equipped with plenty of crockery etc. Ideal location for Aviemore and cafe and shop next door.
Great facilities and very well stocked with crockery and utensils, views and hottub sublime, would thoroughly recommend d for family getaway
Forest Trail Lodge is a well equipped and comfortable lodge. All rooms are spacious and very comfortable. The area is fantastic with a great cafe in Nethy Bridge for drinks and food. The forest is on the doorstep which is fantastic for walking whether with a dog or not. A lovely lodge to come back to after a cold walk. Cosy and with plenty hot water for showers etc. A fab venue for a family get together.
Fabulous house with everything you would need. Owners were very helpful and lovely to deal with! Would stay again!
My family and I had the best time a 2 Queens. House ..Lovely house finished to an high standard with everything you need provided even robes for the hot tub and sauna , Would highly recommend:..great location just a short walk to loch Morlich…
We had a wonderful family gathering over the new year. Easy walking distance both into Aviemore and to the Escape rooms. Easy drive or bus to the Loch Morlich. Wonderful walks all around.
We had a lovely stay at Feshiebridge Cottage for Christmas 2025. The house is spacious, comfortable and well equipped. The location is excellent, with options for walks right out of the door. The driveway is a wee bit challenging in icy conditions and quite neat for two cars, but we got used to it. Overall I would recommend this accommodation to anyone looking for a peaceful retreat in the Cairngorms.
This was our second stay at Station Cottage and we are already looking to book our next stay. We are a party of two adults and this is perfect for us. The front porch is an an excellent place to leave wet boots and coats to dry - the inside is perfect for relaxing after a day's walking in the forests, around lochs, riverside and up the mountains. There are plenty of walks to do without jumping in the car. We highly recommend Nethy House cafe for breakfast, lunch, coffee and/or cake. We were made to feel so welcome and even joined in one of their yoga classes. There is also a butchers/grocery s...more
Had an absolutely amazing stay at The Neuk. The house was very comfortable and had everything we needed. Was great fun having the hot tub and ping pong table and amazing having the hot tub on and ready for our arrival! The beds were extremely comfortable and we had everything we needed, was a great spacious house. The dealings with the company and owners was also very helpful, providing a speedy response to any queries had and being very accommodating. Overall a fantastic stay had at this wonderful property!
We had a great stay and found the hot tub to be one of the best we have experienced. Loved the birds and squirrels and the walks directly from the door. Couple of minor things that need addressed as part of any upgrade plan, 1. A sign from the main road would be helpful 2. Some of the pans don’t work on the induction hob 3. The sofa needs replaced
The house was well equipped and although off the a9 was vey quite. Had a lovely outlook out the and a Lovely walk into Main Street only 15/20 mins.
The family spent a highly enjoyable week during early November at stunning Baddengorm Lodge. The property is very spacious, with many distinctive touches, comfortable and well equipped. The setting in particular was just beautiful and has very private grounds with woodland, stream and even its own Lochan. One week was simply not long enough to enjoy all that the property and surrounding area has to offer.
Master bed was very flimsy and not the most comfortable, kitchen was very good and clean, very spacious, close to shops, overall a nice stay
We stayed at Rivercroft in the Cairngorms and had a genuinely outstanding christmas. The setting is simply stunning—situated right by the river, it feels peaceful and secluded while still being the perfect base for exploring the area. Waking up to the surrounding scenery was simply amazing, and the nights skys were extraordinary. The wildlife was a real highlight. We saw wild deer nearby, and at one point we watched two kites circling and flying around overhead, which was unforgettable and made the whole stay feel even more special. The cottage itself was ideal for family life: comfort...more
This is the third time we have stayed here for the week over the New Year, and will be coming back next year to stay again this Christmas in 2026. The Lodge has everything you need and is in a great location in the centre of Carrbridge. Plenty of seating for a large family (there was 7 of us) and very comfortable. We're always there in the winter and despite the cold outside it's warm inside! Very festive with the Christmas/New Year period and there's a shop and petrol station in the village with a great pub and restaurant (The Cairn Hotel). Our party had a great stay and very happy to ret...more
Stunning views; wonderful countryside to roam with our dog; comfortable house (though soundproofing not the best). Service was great and responsive (hot tub maintenance and other small housekeeping issues); Perhaps the best house we have ever rented for a week. I will definitely want to return one day.
Great location, kitchen was well equipped. Would be nice if there was a few store cupboard basics like sugar and a bit of tea and coffee would have been nice.
We booked our stay as a treat for our honeymoon with our two young kids. Unfortunately due to a storm we were left with no electricity. While we understand that this is out with the control of the owners the running water is pumped by an electric pump and it meant that for the first nearly 24 hours we had no running water as well as electricity and as had to vacate the property for an entire day. When we reached out regarding this we feel we have been let down with no adequate resolution and ourselves out of pocket. As a result we would not recommend this property
Excellent house with perfect layout for an extended family providing both privacy and fantastic communal spaces, New Year at Nethybridge is unbeatable.
Loved our stay here, fabulous property, only issue was several old cobwebs and dust in areas that were obviously being overlooked when cleaning and the vacuum cleaner wasn’t leaving the carpets clean. The lounge carpet wasn’t clean when we arrived and after several attempts to clean it ourselves there was still dog hair from previous occupants left on the carpet. Deep clean and new vacuum capable of picking up dog hair recommend.
Great service and information from Great North Lodges. House was easy to find and in a beautiful location. The house had everything we needed and plenty of space which let kids have some space of their own. Beds were extremely comfortable and bedrooms were all of a good size. We had a problem with the heating but this was rectified within an hour or so. Hot tub was the icing on the cake, great after a day out in the cold. Welcome pack was fabulous.
Brilliant location in the foothills of the cairngorms. Great for a family holiday or gathering. It's was renovated and updated for an owner with plenty of money and the quality shows. Huge well equipped kitchen - even has an indoor bbq (which is tricky given the smoke detector) It was well prepared, nice package of local stuff to get us going - we had 11 adults and four teenagers (and 2 dogs) and there was enough room for us not to feel crowded. the central courtyard would be great in summer - we were there over Christmas with magical views from the living area of a frosty highland glen - tel...more
Our third stay here and love it just as much as our first visit and will definitely return . Beautiful property , fully equipped and in a perfect location . Walks from doorstep and bus and train routes so accessible to other areas slightly further away . You won’t be disappointed…. Book now and enjoy the wonderful River House Garden Rooms ♥️
Twa Hoots was recommended by friends who stay in the lodge opposite, to join them for New Year. On arrival we were about an hour before check in, a quick call, meant we could go in which was appreciated after a long journey with an 8year old. Thank you for the thoughtful gifts left, and the stunning decorations - really was home from home. Perfect location, walks to Aviemore were really pretty, and safe, which meant access to all shops, restaurants, etc was easy. The cabin was very cosy - when we had the fire on it was almost too warm, which given the -6 temperature outside was bizarre. ...more
When we arrived where we parked our car had poo from an animal everywhere it was difficult to not stand in and we cleaned this up ourselves. The lodge overall is lovely and cosy, perfect for our getaway and great north lodges were so accommodating when we needed to change our dates due to medical reasons. Apart from the outside it was clean and welcoming. During our stay someone did come over to check the hot tub levels and these facilities were easy to use with instructions provided. Other appliances such as the hob and Cooker were unnecessarily complex to operate and the instructions w...more
This property is in poor condition - including dog mess on the rug upon arrival - and has multiple serious maintenance failures such as blown double glazed windows, some of which could not be secured, faulty heating, missing and non functional lighting, a blocked chimney and an unsecured garage to name a few - this makes it completely unfit for rental. To make things worse, many issues were known to the property manager, as well as the home owner, yet the home was still marketed at full price. When I raised these problems, various solutions were offered but all impacted our stay, we shouldn't ...more
We stayed at the salmon run over Christmas 2025 which is why I have marked down value for money due to higher rates over festive period. The location was perfect, many great walks and easy access to town, winter wonderland, beautiful frosty mornings and hot tub was fantastic. Sauna temperature was not very warm so we didn't unfortunately make use of it during our stay. Inside the accommodation, when we did not have the fire on was cold, perhaps the fire affected the thermostats on the heaters which meant the bedrooms were below 16 degrees overnight. Mattresses and bedding need to be replace...more