CAIRNGORM LODGES, Aboyne

Each lodge offers a wood burning stove with a fully stocked supply of logs and fire lighters at no extra cost. Guests have access to endless kindling and logs to keep the fire going during their stay. The property also provides a collection of DVDs and books that guests can exchange, adding to the home-like feel.

The lodges include family rooms with private bathrooms, fully equipped kitchens, and cosy fireplaces for heating. Beds come with memory foam mattresses in the double room and a variety of pillows for guest comfort. Each unit has a terrace, balcony, or patio overlooking the surrounding woodland.

Guests can use the picnic bench and BBQ facilities provided on the porch of each lodge. There is a fenced-off lochan (small lake) next to Osprey Lodge, offering a quiet water view. Bird feeders placed near the windows attract red squirrels, birds of prey, and other local wildlife.

The property sits 15 km from Aboyne Golf Club and 21 km from Craigievar Castle, offering access to historic sites and outdoor activities. Within a short drive are Cambus O'May, Tarland, and the Morven hill, popular for longer walks. Aberdeen Airport is 54 km away, and the village of Logie Coldstone is a few minutes' drive.

Cairngorm Lodges allows pets, as noted in guest reviews featuring dogs staying in the cabins. The surrounding woodland paths and proximity to open areas provide easy walking routes for pets. Owners can enjoy the outdoor picnic areas with their animals without leaving the property.

Location: Secluded woodland with lochan, 15 km from Aboyne Golf Club

Rooms: Family lodges with wood burning stove and memory foam beds

Outdoor: BBQ, picnic bench, bird feeders, and fenced-off lochan

Wildlife: Red squirrels, birds of prey, and deer on site

Pet Policy: Pets allowed, woodland walks from the door