Atlas

Rating
Sleeps 8
Bedrooms 4
Bathrooms 4
Pets No
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Features

Hot tub
Off road parking
Ground floor bedroom
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Highchair available
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews

35 Customer Review(s)

Miss Roberts
February 2020

“The cabin is absolutely beautiful and In a great location to visit the highlands and is also very quiet which is nice.”

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Great pub down the road the Cawdor tavern which I would strongly recommend. We had a problem with the oven on the first night which was sat and this got resolved on tue morning which was a bit of a pain but the owners did everything they could to help. The hot tub was a little disappointing as the top was broke so couldn’t open it properly and the entire thing had to come off which was really heavy and then it had to be strapped down. The lights didn’t work in it either and the jets wouldn’t all work properly.personally I think the owners need to replace this as the lodge is advertised as 5* And that isn’t what I expected. The signal on the TV was really bad also which we thought was the weather at first but even on a good day it was terrible. The wind is really bad where the hottub is situated so I think it would be much better with a windbreaker up or something around it as we didn’t stay in it or use it as much as we intended due to this reason which was a shame. The underfloor heating was lovely. Overall the cabin was very comfy and we would definitely recommend and despite a few problems we would definitely return.

- Miss Roberts, February 2020
Ms Sharpling August 2019

“Booking the holiday and handling the administration, payments etc was very easy and professional.”

The lodge was a perfect base to enjoy the sights and experiences of the Highlands. Exactly as described and rated A good location within easy driving distance of many of the main attractions yet secluded with no overlooking Facilities within the lodge were ideal for self catering with a well equipped and spacious kitchen. A high level of comfort with the added attraction of the hot tub and sauna. We are experienced holiday makers both at home and abroad. This is by far the best lodge we have ever stayed in and we would like to return to it another time.

- Ms Sharpling, August 2019
Wicks May 2019

“We had a lovely time with great friends in an amazing holiday home, in an excellent location.”

It was so peaceful everything in the home is immaculate, would definetly stay again, Thank you x

- Wicks, May 2019
Tim79inverness December 2018

“Perfect Christmas”

In April I decided that I wanted my whole family together for the festive period, I stumbled across the Atlas Lodge and as it was only 6 miles from my house I drove out and was immediately blown away and booked it. Christmas 2018 arrived as did we at the lodge, we entered to what can only be described as the biggest Christmas tree I have ever seen (inside). This was mearly the biging of what was to be the perfect Christmas for the 9 of us, the lodge was clean had everything you need and more, from the welcome hamper to the member of the team doing a walk through of the house systems, everything was executed perfectly. This truly is a 5 star experience and the only way to spend Christmas, Bravo Blue Sky Team, Bravo.

- Tim79inverness, December 2018
Popp August 2018

“Absolutely marvellous.”

Exceeded Expectations.

- Popp, August 2018
Mrs Fyfey-Jones June 2018

“We really enjoyed our stay at the atlas lodge.”

.. My only regret is I should of booked longer.

- Mrs Fyfey-Jones, June 2018
Mrs Mackay February 2018

“Fantastic house lots of room for us all party of 8”

- Mrs Mackay, February 2018
Mrs James October 2017

“Excellent well equipped accommodation in a beautiful location.”

- Mrs James, October 2017
Mr Rees October 2017

“Two Words TOTALLY AWESOME !”

!!

- Mr Rees, October 2017
Mrs Andrews July 2017

“Very quiet area just what we needed.”

It was great to have some one to meet and greet on arrival.

- Mrs Andrews, July 2017
Mr Niggemeier June 2017

“The place was really great, the house was clean, tasteful and modern, almost better than you can expect.”

I would highly recomend staying here. Also the contact to the landlord was easy and pleasant. No complaints at all.

- Mr Niggemeier, June 2017
Mr Pullen December 2016

“The Atlas was just amazing ,just wish it was my home ,enjoyed the my holiday in ...”

The Atlas was just amazing ,just wish it was my home ,enjoyed the my holiday in Scotland ,but the atlas made the holiday , would defiantly go back loved the place ,they have done a wonderful job in design and décor ,thank you

- Mr Pullen, December 2016
Miss Donaldson November 2016

“I booked a long weekend away at the Atlas lodge with my partner, 11 month old daughter, 6 of our friends and our friends 2 year old daughter.”

The holiday was great from start to finish. It was very easy to book and we received a large amount of really helpful information including what to do in the local area and good restuarants nearby. When we arrived the first thing we noticed was how clean the lodge was. It was well stocked with cleaning products and we were given some large local eggs and homemade jam which was a real treat! Everyones rooms were fit for purpose with comfortable beds, maybe a bit too comfortable! A travel cot was provided for us which was one less thing for us to bring, this was greatly appreciated. The hot tub and sauna kept the adults occupied whilst the kids had run of the house playing games and watching cartoons or out watching the sheep in the fields. We all had a brilliant time and would thoroughly recommend the lodge. Thank you to Jo, Michelle and Simon for all the help and for making our stay at Blue Sky Cottages so pleasant.

- Miss Donaldson, November 2016
Mr Beck October 2016

“Got a little lost due to sat nav instructions.”

Got back on track and this was a diamond.The welcome telephone call from Jo was great and our introduction with Michelle was excellent.This let was spotless and perfect.Everyone we have told already are envious.Great location near Cawdor with far reaching views.The whole package was brilliant.Thank you all.

- Mr Beck, October 2016
moonmerlin69 September 2016

“Perfect tranquil lodge with top notch facilities”

We initially booked the lodge because we were looking for somewhere that had 3 bedrooms as we have 2 teenagers (a boy and a girl) who understandably didn't want to share a room and in fact preferred a double bed each. So Atlas fitted the bill and we were all very impressed. In the weeks before we arrived, Jo had been very helpful looking into activities for us such as Dolphin trips, bike hire and mountain bike trails. The lodge is situated on a slight hillside and shares a plot with one other lodge which is a good 100 yards away and cleverly oriented so that privacy is maintained without detracting from the lovely views over the Nairn valley. The lodge is appointed to the highest level of luxury and is was spotlessly clean on arrival. We were greeted shortly after arrival and shown how to operate the equipment such as the hot tub, sauna and surround sound system, wifi etc. The owners had also left some milk, bread, eggs and lovely locally made jam which was a treat. The accommodation is very spacious and airy and relaxing. The two downstairs bedrooms were both doubles and had ensuite so the kids had these and we had the upstairs double with the separate bathroom. We didn't use the other bedroom upstairs (twin). The lodge stayed lovely and warm and we didn't need to touch the heating which is underfloor and very efficient. We really cannot fault the accommodation. In fact the beds were so comfortable that when we got back home we contacted the owner to find out what mattresses they are as ours are due to be changed. We loved using the hot tub in the evenings and watching the stars and shooting stars. There was even a hint of the Northern Lights but only very faint as the moon was out. The Sauna is excellent too and kept spotlessly clean. We took our mountain bikes and were able to keep them on the decked area, under cover. It is very secure as the site has a keypad entry electric gate. From the lodge you can ride to the local woods and explore them or stick to the very quiet roads. Cawdor is just a few miles away where there is a small convenience store and cafe and a decent pub. There are supermarkets about 20 mins drive away; a Sainsburys near Nairn and a big Tesco on the way into Inverness. We would love to come back as there is so much to explore. Thank you Jo and Michelle for making our stay at Atlas a wonderful memorable experience.

- moonmerlin69, September 2016
Mrs McCray June 2016

“We had the best time staying at the Atlas cottage.”

It was a lovely quiet retreat, while also being perfectly located to get out and explore the highlands. We especially enjoyed the hot tub and sauna in the evening, as it was the perfect place to watch the sun go down (at 11pm!) I can't recommend this property enough and hope to revisit it one day!

- Mrs McCray, June 2016
clairey2804 April 2016

“Amazing Lodge”

We had an amazing time in this beautiful lodge, the lodge itself was absolutely stunning, plenty of space for us all, kids has good fun running around outside, we all enjoyed the hot tub and made good use of it! The kitchen was well equipped and had everything we needed, the dishwasher didn't tend to wash the dishes very well though! A lovely drive to Inverness and not far to Elgin or Landmark if you have kids! We would definitely recommend this lodge and would love to go back thanks Jo!

- clairey2804, April 2016
Fiowat1981 December 2015

“Amazing, spacious lodge which exceeded expectations”

We booked this lodge to celebrate a family members 60th birthday (6 adults, 2 children, 1 infant) and we were certainly not disappointed! The pictures do not do this place justice, it is huge! There was ample space for us all. The bedrooms were a very good size with big walk-in wardrobes, and the living area was very spacious also. The modern kitchen had absolutely everything we needed, even things like cling-film, tin-foil etc, which was great. The starter pack of lovely homemade jam, free-range eggs and bread was much appreciated too. In our opinion this is the best lodge we have ever stayed in, and we have stayed in a few over the years! It is of very high spec - we particularly loved the under-floor heating, sauna, hot-tub and music system. And the kids loved the games - twister was a big hit! The owners went above and beyond the call of duty for us too - as we were celebrating a special birthday they decorated the lodge for us prior to our arrival and even went to the trouble of returning my mother-in-laws shoes, which she accidentally left behind! Would 100% recommend Atlas to anybody, trust me you will not be disappointed!

- Fiowat1981, December 2015
SaraBotts November 2015

“Well appointed Lodge in tranquil surroundings......bliss!”

Originally my husband had planned to be in South Africa but due to an injury and subsequent operation we were not allowed to travel abroad.We looked on line for accommodation with a high spec and we were not disappointed when we opened the door at Atlas! The furnishings,bedding,seating,etc are all good quality.Music system,hot tub and sauna were excellent additions to our enjoyment of the lodge.While it is out in the middle of the country with stunning views it is only a 15min journey by car into Inverness.Plenty to do in the surrounding area....top quality golf,castles to visit,distilleries,potteries,cinema...... Enjoyed the Fresh Eggs,homemade jam,and other bits to get us started.lovely touch.Also nice touch getting a "run through" on how equipment works in the lodge rather than manuals!!!Most enjoyable private location.....will be back with friends to fully enjoy facilities.

- SaraBotts, November 2015
Mrs Boulton August 2015

“We spent time together as a family in a lovely property enabling us to chill out and visit lots of near by attractions.”

The property itself was amazing and as described on the website.

- Mrs Boulton, August 2015
Mr Callaghan June 2015

“Excellent well appointed site, plenty of room for relaxing.”

The standard of accommodation was perfect, lovely bedrooms and the ones with en-suites exceptional! We had a great week!!

- Mr Callaghan, June 2015
Mrs Hoynes June 2015

“Beautiful location and the accommodation was stunning.”

Owners very friendly and helpful. A peaceful, relaxing and chilled out week.

- Mrs Hoynes, June 2015
Den1980 June 2015

“Fantastic May break - couldn't have asked for more (apart from the weather, maybe!)”

Had a great week in Atlas with friends and our children. Lovely lodge; we were made to feel very welcome by Jo. Would certainly recommend and will definitely visit again.

- Den1980, June 2015
Dr Rachakonda May 2015

“Had a very warm welcome from the owners.”

A fantastic location near to Inverness but away from all the hustle and bustle. A modern and extremely clean cottage. Would like to stay here every time I come to Scotland, felt sad and emotional to say goodbye to this cottage.

- Dr Rachakonda, May 2015
Laws May 2015

“Beautiful accommodation in a lovely location, we were made to feel very welcome by the owners who did everything to accommodate our needs.”

- Laws, May 2015
Mrs Armitage April 2015

“Peaceful location and beautiful lodge which was very clean and modern.”

- Mrs Armitage, April 2015
Miss Douglas March 2015

“Absolutely beautiful property, the surroundings are breathtaking!”

Definitely hope to come back, such a dream holiday!

- Miss Douglas, March 2015
MrsHMoore January 2015

“Blissfully relaxing.”

My husband and I stayed here with our 2 year old son and loved it. My parents came to visit for a few days too and were blown away with how gorgeous, and big, the lodge was. Its the perfect place to come if there is a large group and we plan to go back in the future with other family members. The lodge is decorated beautifully and the beds are so comfy. It is quite far out, so make sure you come armed with supplies. I think it would be good if the offered a little starter pack with bread, milk, coffee etc, to get people going if they arrive later on. Also, if they supplied robes and little slippers for coming out of the hot tub too would be good, so you don't end up trailing water through the lodge. We had such a great week away, filmed with lots of little road trips and then relaxing with a glass of wine in the evening. Perfect place for break.

- MrsHMoore, January 2015
Mr Macleod December 2014

“The lodge itself was incredible.”

Very impressive décor and a great general feel about the place. The hot tub and sauna worked better than we could have imagined and they were a huge success. On the last evening we sat in the hot tub and were surrounded by the most incredible sunset which brought out the amazing scenery around us. Will definitely be going here again.

- Mr Macleod, December 2014
Ms Dixon December 2014

“It was warm and cosy.”

A great space to socialise in luxurious surroundings. The hot tub was amazing, despite the weather.

- Ms Dixon, December 2014
Mrs Moore September 2014

“The lodge is fantastic, a really beautiful setting and stunning property.”

Great furnishings, all the mod cons you need and lots of space. It was really relaxing and we had a brilliant holiday.

- Mrs Moore, September 2014
A FlipKey verified reviewer August 2014

“Brilliant”

Lovely place for a chill out holiday. Everything was perfect . It is a bit out of the way so you need a car to go out and about. It had a Hot Tub and a Sauna so as a group of 8 we were happy to spend time at the lodge. Very relaxing.

- A FlipKey verified reviewer, August 2014
Mrs Hargrave August 2014

“Well appointed holiday lodge with quality furniture, fittings and extremely comfortable spacious surroundings.”

Added value was having a sauna along with the hot tub. The lodge is situated within easy reach of local amenities and great tourist attractions across the area. The short access road is not tarmacked but not too rough to drive. Ideal for children of all ages.

- Mrs Hargrave, August 2014
Mrs Basten June 2014

“The lodge was new when we stayed so everything was fresh and top class, it was an absolute pleasure staying here.”

The lodge was spacious and tastefully done. A real gem in Scotland!

- Mrs Basten, June 2014
Mrs Gray June 2014

“The awesome views and the hot tub.”

Fantastic place for a chill out holiday.

- Mrs Gray, June 2014
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Blue Sky Lodges

Cawdor 3 miles. Inverness 9 miles. A private road in the heart of the Scottish Highlands leads up to Blue Sky Lodges, two bespoke luxury timber-clad holiday homes occupying a stunning elevated location, with panoramic views and peaceful surroundings. Set in idyllic countryside near the hamlet of Galcantray, these fabulous lodges are just a twenty minute drive from Inverness Airport and three miles from the pretty village of Cawdor. These superior holiday lodges near Inverness have been tastefully designed to a very high standard and are accessed through electric gates with a keypad control for total privacy and security. They benefit from state-of-the art technology including a sound system that covers the whole house as well as the decked area, whilst the floor-to-ceiling windows and French doors allow for full appreciation of the stunning views surrounding the lodges. The accommodation in each Highland cottage is set over two floors, with a very spacious sitting area, dining area and kitchen along with a mezzanine upper floor overlooking the living space, and all under a magnificent beamed cathedral ceiling. Each of these superb Cawdor lodges has four sumptuous bedrooms, two with an en-suite shower room and three with walk-in wardrobes. Both Highland lodges have their own private decked area, which is covered by the surround sound music system, with a stunning 6-person barrel sauna and a large luxurious hot tub. This is a perfect place to relax, soak up the amazing views and listen to your favourite music all at the same time, whilst giving you a wonderful way to enjoy a spa getaway all in the privacy of your own holiday home. Guests may find it difficult to leave such a wonderful Highland holiday cottage, but there is so much to see and do within a short drive. Visit the attractive seaside town of Nairn with its fabulous sandy beach, or revel in the history of the area with a visit to Clava Cairns, a prehistoric burial ground. Cawdor and its castle made famous in Macbeth is just three miles away where you can enjoy a meal in the Cawdor Tavern, whilst Inverness, the capital of the Scottish Highlands, is just nine miles away and has an array of good quality restaurants and lively pubs. Ideal for a relaxing holiday in magnificent surroundings, or as a touring base for the wonderful Scottish countryside, these fabulous Highland lodges will live long in the memory.

The property

This magnificent detached Highland lodge occupies a private setting with lovely open views across fields.

The garden area around this lodge near Inverness is a wonderfully relaxing area with a fabulous hot tub and unusual 6-person barrel sauna.

Note: This property is next to Ref. 904499, together they sleep 16.

Summary

Four bedrooms with TV: 2 x ground floor double with en-suite shower, basin and WC, 1 x double, 1 x twin
Bathroom with bath, separate shower, basin and WC
Changing room with basin and WC
Open plan living area with kitchen with breakfast bar, dining area and sitting area
Utility.
Wood pellet eco-friendly heating with underground heating on ground floor
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, wine cooler, washer/dryer, dishwasher, 5 x TVs (one 50") with Freeview HD, DVD, surround sound system inc. external speakers, digital radio, iPod dock, Nintendo Wii, WiFi, selection of books, games and DVDs
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Cot, highchair and stairgate on request
Ample off road parking
Front decked area with hot tub and 6-person barrel sauna, side decked area with furniture
Sorry, no pets and no smoking
Shop and pub 3.5 miles
Note: No stag/hen or similar.

Note: This property has a refundable Good Housekeeping bond of £150.

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About the location

CAWDOR

Nairn 5 miles; Inverness 12 miles.

The picturesque and historic village of Cawdor has much to offer visitors who will appreciate the quiet ambiance of the village. Cawdor is famous for its 'Macbeth' connection with its 17th century Castle which is still home to the Cawdor family today. There is also a first class tavern boasting modern Scottish food with flair accompanied by a first class choice of wines. The city of Inverness, known as The Capital of the Highlands, is the gateway to the countless delights of the Highlands of Scotland. Of particular note is the legendary Loch Ness which is surrounded by some truly breathtaking scenery, although most visitors are usually on the lookout for something a bit more mysterious! Just outside the city is the Culloden Battlefield at Culloden Moor (National Trust). The site of the last major battle fought on British soil. Inverness is the gateway to the stunning west coast and even a day trip across the sea to Skye is possible. Inverness City itself has much to offer – museums, an art gallery, fine theatre and leisure facilities, not to mention shops, pubs and restaurants. The area is packed with opportunities for outdoor pursuits especially as the Cairngorm National Park is just 40 mins drive away where skiing, snowboarding, climbing and so much more are readily available. For the Golf enthusiast this area offers an abundance of championship courses within a short drive and of course mountain bikers will be impressed with the selection of tracks that pass through fabulous scenery. The nearby Moray Firth is home to a diverse range of wildlife and marine life including dolphins, which can be seen from the shore or on trips from the harbour.

Note: This property is identical to Ref. 904499.

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“The cabin is absolutely beautiful and In a great location to visit the highlands and is also very quiet which is nice.”

“Booking the holiday and handling the administration, payments etc was very easy and professional.”

“We had a lovely time with great friends in an amazing holiday home, in an excellent location.”

“Perfect Christmas”

“Absolutely marvellous.”

“We really enjoyed our stay at the atlas lodge.”

“Fantastic house lots of room for us all party of 8”

“Excellent well equipped accommodation in a beautiful location.”

“Two Words TOTALLY AWESOME !”

“Very quiet area just what we needed.”

“The place was really great, the house was clean, tasteful and modern, almost better than you can expect.”

“The Atlas was just amazing ,just wish it was my home ,enjoyed the my holiday in ...”

“I booked a long weekend away at the Atlas lodge with my partner, 11 month old daughter, 6 of our friends and our friends 2 year old daughter.”

“Got a little lost due to sat nav instructions.”

“Perfect tranquil lodge with top notch facilities”

“We had the best time staying at the Atlas cottage.”

“Amazing Lodge”

“Amazing, spacious lodge which exceeded expectations”

“Well appointed Lodge in tranquil surroundings......bliss!”

“We spent time together as a family in a lovely property enabling us to chill out and visit lots of near by attractions.”

“Excellent well appointed site, plenty of room for relaxing.”

“Beautiful location and the accommodation was stunning.”

“Fantastic May break - couldn't have asked for more (apart from the weather, maybe!)”

“Had a very warm welcome from the owners.”

“Beautiful accommodation in a lovely location, we were made to feel very welcome by the owners who did everything to accommodate our needs.”

“Peaceful location and beautiful lodge which was very clean and modern.”

“Absolutely beautiful property, the surroundings are breathtaking!”

“Blissfully relaxing.”

“The lodge itself was incredible.”

“It was warm and cosy.”

“The lodge is fantastic, a really beautiful setting and stunning property.”

“Brilliant”

“Well appointed holiday lodge with quality furniture, fittings and extremely comfortable spacious surroundings.”