Suidhe Lodge

Rating
Sleeps 15
Bedrooms 6
Bathrooms 6
Pets Yes
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Features

Hot tub
Four poster bed
Off road parking
Open fire
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Highchair available
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Sky TV
Broadband / WiFi

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Mrs Cole
February 2020

“The owners of the lodge were very attentive to our needs,with a welcoming fire lit as we arrived late in a blizzard!”

The Lodge has a homely feel with plenty of room for all 15 guests and 2 dogs. We were blessed with snow and visited the Cairngorms for a couple of days of skiing. The Outdoor centre at Loch Insh was in a beautiful setting and we enjoyed a tubing party and a lovely meal followed by a walk in the snow. The bar had a fabulous atmosphere, although the pool table was no longer there but we enjoyed a round of darts and some great local beers! We visited in February and I would love to come back in ...

The Lodge has a homely feel with plenty of room for all 15 guests and 2 dogs. We were blessed with snow and visited the Cairngorms for a couple of days of skiing. The Outdoor centre at Loch Insh was in a beautiful setting and we enjoyed a tubing party and a lovely meal followed by a walk in the snow. The bar had a fabulous atmosphere, although the pool table was no longer there but we enjoyed a round of darts and some great local beers! We visited in February and I would love to come back in the Summer when you can enjoy the outside space fully. The hot tub was a great success and enjoyed by all.
Mrs Jones December 2019

“The lodge is stunning .”

.stayed over xmas with a party of 12 . Plenty of room very clean well equipped.lovely pub nxt dr . Decorated for xmas fab log burner brill hot tub . Very warm welcome from mick . Fab would love to come again in the future
Mrs Mcgrath May 2019

“Perfect setting for our family get together.”

Mike was very attentive. House is well equipped maybe a bit too well equipped in the kitchen where space is tight. The garden, BBQ, hot tub all great. Loved the pub. We really enjoyed our visit :)
Mrs Yarranton-green April 2019

“Lovely lodge and host's it had everything you could need.”

The hot tub was lovely to. The pub on the side was great with welcoming staff to.
Miss Wilson March 2019

“Suidhe Lodge was brilliant!”

One of the best equipped houses that we've ever booked, and great location. All bedrooms have en suites which is pretty rare for large houses, and the hot tub was fab!! Couldn't recommend highly enough, perfect for a weekend away.
Mrs Clarke March 2019

“We were a family of 8 adults and 7 children.”

Suidhe lodge suited all of us as it was very spacious inside and out. We were also very close to all amenities in the area.
Mrs Hughes February 2019

“The property was beautiful and well maintained.”

The bedrooms were spacious & beds comfortable. The lounges were also big and comfy and there were games and DVDs galore. The kitchen had everything you could need in the kitchen at least twice over, my only criticism would be when you get your shopping there's no space in the cupboards for food because of this, but the fridge is plenty big enough, unfortunately not everything goes in the fridge! :-) The little bar on site was lovely and friendly & very handy! Great place for families to stay & explore the north of Scotland.
Miss Campbell January 2019

“Hosts were lovely, house was amazing and the hot tub was fantastic!”

Would definitely return! Oldest in our party was 91 and the youngest was 21 and it was ideal for both and all those in between
EdandPhil December 2018

“Great place - we will definitely be back”

We rented the Suidhe on the recommendation of a group of friends who have been here many times. They were absolutely right! There were eleven of us, using all 6 bedrooms. The down sides? Yes fire doors are heavy. Rather that than the alternatives. Some of the decor is tired. Or to put it another way, the house has been very well cared for and the decor is in keeping with the character of the place. It's not the place for white walls and shiny glass surfaces. Cleanliness. When we stayed the house was clean and tidy with fresh linens and a wholesome feeling. Crockery and cutlery were fine and plentiful. The hot tub. Our party used the hot tub and didn't have any issues with other people. We knew, from the descriptions, exactly what we were going to get in terms of other accommodation on the site. The Best Bits............ The furniture was in keeping and very comfortable (except for one chaise long in the lounge). Some of the pieces are quite beautiful, as were the artworks around the house. My bed, the four poster, was brilliant. None of our party had a sleepless night. The log fire in the lounge was fantastic with all of the fuel included in the rental. The kitchen is adequate for a large party but the dishwasher fills up quickly. The amount, range and quality of the crockery, cutlery and utensils were all excellent. The bar at the back of the house is a great addition. The cask beer is local and kept very well. The bar is well stocked enough to keep locals and visitors happy and satisfied. On Thursday evenings, an informal group of musicians turn up and play for their own amusement and are smashing entertainment. The location of the Suidhe is it's major advantage and one of the reasons we will go back. Loch Insh is a mile away and easy on foot with good stretches of footpath. The Watersports Centre, apart from offering watersports and dry-slope skiing, is a great place to eat lunch or dinner. There is some good, non taxing walking to be had around here. Loch An Eilien is a delight with a made-up path all the way around. There is a car park close by and the area around Rothiemurchus deserves exploration. Up the road from there is Glenmore Forrest Park on Loch Morlich. There is so much to do around there that you will never be short of entertainment. Our party to the walk up to Lochan Uaine (Green Loch). That was a smashing walk and I recommend it for anyone, including wheelchairs. At about an hour each way, it's worth planning your visit there. This has only scratched the surface of the location around The Suidhe. The scenery outside the window and across the main road is spectacular and FREE. We have stayed in places in Yorkshire, Wales, Cornwall and elsewhere. The stay at The Suidhe was one of the very best and we will certainly make a point of going back.

Good Afternoon EdandPhil, Thank you so much for your glowing review of Suidhe Lodge; what a pleasure to read! I am so glad to hear you had such a fantastic time away and would not hesitate to visit again! Thanks again for your comments, it is always nice to hear of our customer's enjoyment at one of our properties. Kind regards, Becki at Sykes Cottages Sykes owner relations
Ms Smart November 2018

“Excellent house, which we found in very good order, lots of extras in the kitchen, lots of logs for burning on the stove, hot tub worked perfectly, and a really cosy house with beautiful furnishings.”

Totally exceeded our expectations and was all so happy with the lodge. You would never have known there was a pub next door as there was no noise from it, and there is a gate to the entrance of the lodge which makes the space very private, and a great wee pub which we enjoyed to visit in the evening. Loved Loved Loved our weekend and already looking at available dates for a family get together.
Dr Duff October 2018

“Superb location Great large garden space and play area for kids Lovely log fire Hot tub fantastic Hosts welcoming and friendly Pub next door very cosy and welcoming with good choice real ale.”

Large dining area but kitchen a bit small with very limited worktop space if catering for 15, although plenty equipment. Some showers could do with being updated and furniture a bit ‘tired’ though takes worry away if several young children! Overall conducive to a great holiday experience though.
Mr Mackintosh September 2018

“The house catered for everyone, from the older generation, down to the smaller children.”

Great location close to many activities available in the area. We had a great week with all the family. Thank you.
GraemeLeighonSea February 2018

“Excellent location for a family holiday”

We booked the Suidhe Lodge for a family holiday to celebrate a birthday. We had a fantastic week, the house is in a wonderful location, with a gentle walk down to Loch Insh close by. The owners are really friendly and helpful and let us use their two canoes, which they supplied with oars and life jackets, all free of charge. The grounds were perfect for the two small children in our group, with the play area and slide an unexpected bonus. We also enjoyed using the hot tub and the outside fireplace as well as the summer house. The house is beautifully furnished and very well equipped, especially the kitchen which has a dishwasher and a washing machine. We mainly self catered and found all we could possibly need in the kitchen. There is a Tesco in nearby Aviemore which is well stocked. All the bedrooms were comfortable and en suite. We also really liked the co-located Suie Bar, which was very friendly and had a good selection of ales and beers on and also has a pool table. The Bar has a folk night on once a week, which a few of our group went to and really enjoyed. Despite being so close, we didn't hear any noise from the bar when in the house or gardens. Our only reservation initially we the close proximity to the A9 but in actual fact this did not cause any problems and wasn't even audible. We went out on many trips both jointly and separately and thoroughly enjoyed walking locally and further afield out in the Cairngorms, which are breathtaking. There are also many parks and attraction nearby, which would suit a wide range of ages. We would wholeheartedly recommend Suidhe Lodge to anyone looking for a group holiday in a fantastic location with all the comforts of a wonderful house and the many extras including a bar on your doorstep.
rhonahowie52 October 2017

“Excellent Week-end”

A group of friends and I stayed here for a week-end and had a fabulous time. The house was so warm and comfortable with fantastic bedrooms and well equipped kitchen . The hot tub was excellent and well used. I can't wait to visit again. Thank you so much
stuartianmac June 2017

“Excellent weekend”

We booked the Suidhe lodge for a weekend in June and had a great time everything you need and more, the pub attached is also friendly and serves good beer.

Thank you for your recent review of Suidhe Lodge in the Scottish Highlands, it is greatly appreciated. We hope you choose to book with Sykes Cottages again in the future. Sykes owner relations
SterRog January 2017

“Absolutely fabulous!”

Hired this cottage for mine and my brothers 40th birthday celebrations. We have been renting cottages for 15 years now for our birthday each year and this is by far my absolute favourite and the first time I have taken to write a review! We had 7 adults and 8 kids ranging from 6 months to 15 years. Bedrooms beautifully done out, fab kitchen to seat us all, loads of space that we didn't feel on top of each other, well placed for activities, lovely owners and a hot tub to boot!! Literally what more could we want! Will definitely be back!
Felicia B September 2015

“beautifully furnished house with plenty of space for 15 people with a Nice garden”

beautifully furnished house with plenty of space for 15 people with a Nice garden, big enough for childrengames. great and small enjoyed the hot tub. With a Nice lake at walking distance, and the cairngorn national park nearby, a good place for nature lovers. We would love to come back and certainly recommend this house.
Bruce B September 2015

“great place for family or friends or both to stay”

Owners on site were very helpful but not intrusive. Traditional large comfortable lodge house, with the added advantage of being attached to the Suidhe (pronounced suie) bar. Great hot tub too. Well placed close to local attractions, loch Insh and Aviemore.
Jill B February 2015

“An ideal place for a large family gathering; spacious and very comfortable”

We stayed in this lovely Victorian house as a family of 3 generations and 13 people with ages ranging from 18 months to 74 years, not forgetting a large black Labrador dog! There was plenty of room for all of us and the enormous dining room table allowed us to share very enjoyable evening meals. There was no shortage of equipment for cooking too. The friendly, but unobtrusive, owners provided ample wood for a wonderfully warm fire every evening in the cosy lounge. The adjoining public bar was discreetly hidden away from the house but, once we found it, was a great hit with everyone and everyone was very welcoming. The hot tub was an added bonus and greatly enjoyed by those brave enough to try it in the rather wintery weather we had.

What a fantastic get together you had up there! Thank you so much for the kind words in this review. We are glad you enjoyed the property so much and that it was ideal for your family's needs. We hope you return with us in future for the next family gathering. Sykes owner relations
Sue I January 2015

“Perfect Christmas”

We stayed at Suidhe Lodge over the Christmas week 2014. Two families - 4 parents and 8 young adults ( 18 - 24 years ) and 1 dog. The accommodation was perfect, plenty of room for us all to spread out and make ourselves comfortable. Wendy (the owner) had obviously spent a lot of time decorating the lodge for Christmas - it was truly beautiful. We arrived to be welcomed by Mike (the owner) and the smell of mince pies and mulled wine wafting through the house - a perfect start !! The rest of the week just continued to get better. We frequented the bar/pub attached to the house and always felt welcome and part of the local community. Wendy and Mike live on the top floor of the house but you would not have known they were there. They went out of their way to make us feel at home and provide any extras that we needed (including a rolling pin and baking tins to make our own mince pies). The hot tub worked perfectly at all times. The surrounding countryside was beautiful with plenty of opportunities to walk the dog. All in all a wonderful Christmas was had by all - thank you Wendy and Mike.
Grahame C January 2015

“perfect place to spend time with family and friends”

Just had a fantastic weekend at the Suidhe. If you are looking for the perfect place in the Cairngorms to enjoy everything that the area can offer look no further......We will be back.
ciasinclair January 2015

“Lovely setting, great property and friendly owners”

We stayed here for a relaxed meet up of several women in their 30's. The property is well maintained and has a lovely hot tub and garden which we made full use of. We were a bit worried prior to booking as the property backs on to a pub but actually we were not really aware of any of the people coming or going there but was also nice to have it there had we wanted to go in. There is a lovely kitchen dining area which is where we spent most of our time making lots of meals and the kitchen is very well equipped. The property is nicely decorated and the bedrooms are all very nice although some are quite a lot bigger than others. I would definitely recommend this property and stay there again. It would suit any group of people, young people or familys alike.

Thank you for your great review. It sounds as if you and your friends had a fabulous time, with lovely meals and the chance to relax in the hot tub. We are really pleased you enjoyed your stay and hope you book with us again soon. Sykes owner relations
ciasinclair October 2014

“Great holiday home for weekend or longer”

We stayed here for a reunion of school friends. A beautiful setting and a lovely good sized house with nice sized bedrooms all with bathrooms. A lovely open plan kitchen into great sized dining room with all necessary equipment, was great for holding large candlelit dinners. lounges were really comfortable and cosy with log stove. Hot tub worked well and was a good size, the garden is really well kept and was great for playing in. I would definitely come back here again.
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The property

A stunning Victorian lodge, superbly located in the heart of the Scottish Highlands, in the village of Kincraig between the Cairngorms and Monadhliath mountain ranges.

This Kincraig self-catering lodge is equal distance from Aviemore to the north and Kingussie to the south and guests will love the traditional features, combined with 'old world charm' and the benefits of modern facilities.

High ceilings and lots of space set this Kincraig self-catering lodge apart from other cottages, and the ground floor has two stunning sitting rooms, one with a woodburning stove, while both have big settees and great views of the mountain ranges from the windows.

The impressive formal dining room comes complete with massive square table and tartan dining chairs, and is a perfect place for a special meal prepared in the lovely bespoke fitted kitchen just next door.

All the bedrooms in this Kincraig self-catering lodge have lovely views, and benefit from en-suite facilities.

A large garden lies to the front of your Kincraig self-catering lodge, with a big lawn and lots of outside seating areas, ideal when guests decided to fire up the big BBQ and enjoy some alfresco dining.

There is also a hot tub accommodating up to 7 people which is a lovely place to relax after a busy day exploring.

With the convivial local highland pub incorporated discreetly within this Kincraig lodge, offering traditional live muisic,it is a wonderfully social place.

Your highland lodge in Kincraig is ideal for a large family or group of friends who want to live like Lairds and enjoy the excellent array of outdoor pursuits available on their doorstep.

The nearby Alvie Estate offers clay pigeon shooting, 4x4 off road driving and horse riding through some of the most wonderful scenery in the country.

Take a cultural trip to the nearby café art gallery, presenting work from the talented Ann Vastano with a pleasant atmosphere. Visit the Highland Wildlife Park and see the first Polar Bear to have been Born in the UK in 25 years. Aviemore, with its array of activities, including a zip wire adventure course is just a few miles away so if you want an action-packed holiday in wonderful surroundings then this Kincraig lodge will fit the bill perfectly for both location and utter comfort!

Note: Ref 17310 is in the grounds of this lodge, together they sleep 21.

Summary

Six bedrooms with TV: 1 x king-size double with en-suite shower, basin and WC, 2 x double with en-suite shower, basin and WC, 1 x twin with en-suite bath, basin and WC, 1 x family room with 1 four poster double and 1 single with en-suite shower, basin and WC, 1 x family room with 1 double and 1 adult bunks with en-suite shower, basin and WC
Kitchen
Second sitting room (seats 8) with woodburning stove.
Oil central heating with a woodburning stove
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, 8 x TVs with Sky, DVDs, CD/radio, WiFi, selection of books, games and DVDs
Fuel, power and starter packs for fires inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Cot and highchair
Ample off road parking
Large lawned garden with seating areas, BBQ and hot tub
Two well-behaved pets welcome
Sorry, no smoking
Shop 5.7 miles
Small pub situated within Suidhe Lodge, although totally self-contained
Café art gallery a short walk away
The small bar has been featured as one of the Scottish Herald's best 15 country pubs
Note: The owners live on site, and retain a self-contained apartment on the third floor of the property
Note: Owner can offer laundry service by arrangement
Note: No hen/stag or similar
Note: Check-in time 4pm
Please note: In consideration to neighbouring properties and residents the hot tub should not be used between 10.00pm and 7.00am in line with noise restrictions. This property requires a Good Housekeeping bond of £250 payable to the owner
One dog accepted, extra pets will be charged at £15 each with owners agreement

About the location

KINCRAIG

Aviemore 6 miles; Inverness 40 miles.

Kincraig is an attractive Highland village midway between Kingussie and Aviemore, which is the hub of the skiing industry in Britain. Close to Loch Insh and Glenfeshie, in the heart of the Cairngorms National Park and with the Cairngorm Mountains as a backdrop, Kincraig offers an unrivalled choice of activities and pursuits for all ages and abilities all year round. Enjoy walking or climbing, fishing, riding, cycling or the watersports at Loch Insh where equipment hire and instruction is available. A wide variety of birds can be seen from the RSPB hide overlooking the flood plains of the Insh Marshes Reserve and at the nearby Highland Wildlife Park wolves, bison, red pandas, wildcats and arctic foxes can be seen.

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Kincraig near Aviemore, Northern Highlands & Cairngorms National Park (Ref. 22429)

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“The owners of the lodge were very attentive to our needs,with a welcoming fire lit as we arrived late in a blizzard!”

“The lodge is stunning .”

“Perfect setting for our family get together.”

“Lovely lodge and host's it had everything you could need.”

“Suidhe Lodge was brilliant!”

“We were a family of 8 adults and 7 children.”

“The property was beautiful and well maintained.”

“Hosts were lovely, house was amazing and the hot tub was fantastic!”

“Great place - we will definitely be back”

“Excellent house, which we found in very good order, lots of extras in the kitchen, lots of logs for burning on the stove, hot tub worked perfectly, and a really cosy house with beautiful furnishings.”

“Superb location Great large garden space and play area for kids Lovely log fire Hot tub fantastic Hosts welcoming and friendly Pub next door very cosy and welcoming with good choice real ale.”

“The house catered for everyone, from the older generation, down to the smaller children.”

“Excellent location for a family holiday”

“Excellent Week-end”

“Excellent weekend”

“Absolutely fabulous!”

“beautifully furnished house with plenty of space for 15 people with a Nice garden”

“great place for family or friends or both to stay”

“An ideal place for a large family gathering; spacious and very comfortable”

“Perfect Christmas”

“perfect place to spend time with family and friends”

“Lovely setting, great property and friendly owners”

“Great holiday home for weekend or longer”

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KINCRAIG