Aviemore, Scotland
Spey Lodge is a mid-century lodge which oozes 60s style and is set in extensive grounds within the precious Rothiemurchus Forest in the heart of the Cairngorm National Park while being a five minute drive from Aviemore. Share the joy of having a holiday with family and friends in a lodge which has been cherished and lovingly maintained by the Fursman family since it was designed and built in 1967. This delightful home from home in a precious Site of Special Scientific Interest is surrounded by nature in The Caledonian pine forest. Be one of the first to see the beavers which have been introduced and are making their homes at the Milton Burn which flows past Spey Lodge as it makes it way to the River Spey. Surrounding the house there is a multitude of nature including much bird life, deer, pine martins and red squirrels. This is a magical spot which is loved by guests who return year after year.
This unique lodge which sleeps 10 and has a octagonal shaped living room with ceiling beams reaching up to a central glass cupola and is set in an elevated position overlooking the forest. An extraordinary living room has kitchen and more formal dining spaces, a well equipped kitchen and seating around the wood-burning stove and a relaxed TV viewing area. Walk onto the south facing veranda and outside seating and dining area surrounding the newly installed hot tub for seven people. While relaxing in the warmth and luxury of the hot tub you can take in the wonders of nature.
There are five individually styled bedrooms which have TVs and ethernet ports for internet use There are two rooms with double beds and three twin rooms. After enjoying a day in the country rejuvenate in a bath or shower in one of the three contemporary bathrooms. Beds are made up for guests and towels are provided. Hand soap and moisturiser are provided in the bathrooms.
The lodge has a wood burning stove. Logs are available to order from us in advance of your stay at Spey Lodge.
Practicalities of being on holiday are served by a drying room, uitlity room with washing machine and tumble dryer. For those with bikes, there is a newly built and insulated storage shed.
There is much to do in the area and Spey Lodge close to many . From the house, there are walks and cycle paths into the Caledonian pine forest to Loch an Mhor (Lily Loch), Loch an Eilien and throughout the Rothiemurchus estate.
Outdoor adventure opportunities are plentiful.
Skiing - Cairngorm mountain
Strathspey Steam railway
Tennis - all weather and covered courts at Inverdruie
Aerial Adventure Course - Treezone
Zip wire - Zip Trek Adventure Park
Landmark Adventure Park
Highland Wildlife Park
Reindeer centre
Kart Raceway
Clay Pigeon Shooting
Watersports based at Rothiemurchus - rafting, tubing, canoeing
Loch Morlich Watersports and Loch Insh Watersports- sailing, paddle boarding, caneoing
Aviemore village is served by a railway station and national buses to Inverness and to Edinburgh and Glasgow. Aviemore is the shopping hub for the area with supermarkets - Tesco and Aldi and many outdoor equipment shops, cafes, pubs and restaurants.
Up to three well behaved dogs are welcome by arrangement however please be aware that the lodge is in the forest so there is not an enclosed garden. No other pets are permitted.
This is not party house - no hen or stag parties are permitted.
Please note there is a refundable damage deposit of £150 required for bookings at this property, we will request payment 7 days prior to your holiday.
EPC: D
Layout
This is an open plan living and dining area with bedrooms running off the main area.
Sleeping Arrangements
Bedroom 1 - King size bed
Bedroom 2 - Twin room with two single beds
Bedroom 3 - Standard Double
Bedroom 4 - Twin room with two single beds
Bedroom 5 - Twin room with two single beds
Local Area
You are in the heart of the Cairngorm National Park in the Rothiemurchus forest.
Getting there
- From the A9 at Perth drive north; take the Aviemore turn off B9152.
- Turn right onto the B970 at the roundabout before Aviemore; the Taverna restaurant is on the left. This road is signposted to Inverdruie and Coylumbridge.
- At Inverdruie, just before the Rothiemurchus Visitor Centre, turn right and follow the B970; this road is signposted to Loch and Eilein,Insh and Kincraig.
- After 0.7 miles, on a bend in the road just before the Boring Mill bridge and cottage, turn left; this is the driveway to Spey Lodge.
Accessibility
There is a short walk from the parking area into the property. It can be accessed via the slope of the garden rather than the steps.
The house was roomy & comfortable in a beautiful woodland setting.
Spacious house in a beer special location.
Excellent location, forest walks just outside, dogs loved it! 5 minutes from Aviemore by car so although quiet area facilities within easy reach. Sitting outside in the sunshine and not bothered by midges. Would recommend the property.
As regular visitors to Aviemore area the house was a fantastic and private base, and despite no fences great for the dogs. Loved the living area and particularly the terrace. Beds comfortable and great walks from the house to the loch. Overall a great find, thanks!
Spey lodge is in a beautiful location and is central to all amenities.It is very easy to miss the turn off so might have to double back to find it. Please ensure that if anyone has any difficulties in walking they will find this lodge difficult to access as it has stairs going up and it doesn't have a handrail . The only reason I gave 4 stars is that it definately needs better sofa /chairs as you would struggle if all the rooms were occupied to all sit round and watch the tv together and the ones that were there were uncomfortable.Also there are 4 remote controls for tv so very confusing just as well my daughter was there to work it out. Overall we had a lovely holiday and would definitely book again.
Spey Lodge is a great house for a family holiday. We loved the big room with projector TV (that was bright enough to work in the daytime) and space to play inside. Lovely kitchen and fire. The updated bathrooms are great. We really enjoyed the walks into the forest from the house and the proximity to Rothiemurchus activities.
Beautiful location. Accommodation was ideal for our group of friends. Everything needed was provided. Would definitely stay there again in the future.
Great place overall. Really private, proper lodge in the woods. Very relaxed atmosphere in the house. Comms were good no problem picking up keys etc.
We absolutely loved our stay, it was incredible (both the house and the outdoors). We were sad to leave, we wished we could’ve have stayed there forever.
We had a lovely stay at Spey Lodge. We were two families who love to cook and the kitchen was a joy - to cook in - well equipped and spacious. The house was comfortably furnished and always warm. The forest location was so peaceful with interesting walks direct from the house. The bedrooms may not be en suite but that was never a problem for our group of 10 adults as there were two excellent showers available and a constant supply of hot water.
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