Located in Aviemore, this lodge is in a rural area. Spey Valley Golf Course and Cairngorm Brewery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Strathspey Steam Railway and Cairngorm Reindeer Herd. Landmark Forest Adventure Park and Highland Wildlife Park are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and hiking.
Rothiemurchus Estate Visitor Centre - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
Speyside Wildlife - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
Loch an Eilein - 6 min drive - 3.0 km
CairnGorm Mountain - 25 min drive - 17.2 km
Getting around
Aviemore Station - 3 min drive
Inverness (INV) - 51 min drive
Restaurants
Route 7 Café - 7 min drive
The Balavoulin - 5 min drive
High Range - 3 min drive
Old Bridge Inn - 2 min drive
Ben Macdui Inn - 4 min drive
About this property
Lodge for up to 10 in Rothiemurchus Forest with hot tub.
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
Exterior
A hot tub for seven is positioned on a patio with a lovely outlook over the forest.
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.
Registration and Compliance
Registration or Licence Ref: HI-70538-F (expiry: 2nd Jul 2028) EPC: D
House Rules
Check in after 4:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events
No events allowed
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Pets
Pets allowed
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
I am sorry but we cannot accept a booking where all guests are under the age of 25
Sorry but we cannot accept hen or stag groups
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
Frequently asked questions
Is Lodge for up to 10 in Rothiemurchus Forest with hot tub. pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much does it cost to stay at Lodge for up to 10 in Rothiemurchus Forest with hot tub.?
As of 10 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lodge for up to 10 in Rothiemurchus Forest with hot tub. on 16 June 2026 start from NZ$1,147, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Lodge for up to 10 in Rothiemurchus Forest with hot tub.?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Lodge for up to 10 in Rothiemurchus Forest with hot tub.?
Check-in begins at 4:30 PM.
What time is check-out at Lodge for up to 10 in Rothiemurchus Forest with hot tub.?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Lodge for up to 10 in Rothiemurchus Forest with hot tub. located?
Situated in a rural location, this lodge is within 1 mile (2 km) of Speyside Wildlife and Rothiemurchus Estate Visitor Centre. Loch an Eilein and Strathspey Steam Railway are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Lodge for up to 10 in Rothiemurchus Forest with hot tub. Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
If you want a secluded quiet get away with everything the family needs this is the place. A small glitch with the WiFi (not of the hosts doing) was dealt with quickly and courteously by John the host. All in all the perfect break.
The house was roomy & comfortable in a beautiful woodland setting.
Fiona S.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Ruth C.
9 January 2019
Lovely unusual woodland property
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.
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.
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 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.
Mooi, groot huis. Keuken en badkamers ( wc’ s spoelen echter slecht door. ) goed uitgerust. We hebben prettig verblijf gehad en veel buiten kunnen zitten. Dan valt op dat er buiten rondom veel achterstallig onderhoud is. Desondanks hebben wij er een heel prettig weekend gehad.
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.
Scott M.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Adam S.
18 March 2019
Stunningly Beautiful
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.
Adam S.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Carrie Ann S.
20 October 2018
Excellent location beautiful home.
An ideal spot for peace and quiet close to many activities in the local area. Very comfortable beds and an excellent appointed kitchen for preparing and enjoying meals. We hope to return again in the future.
Carrie Ann S.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2018
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