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Ulla Dhu

(Ref. 1103555)

Nethy Bridge, Cairngorms National Park Show on map

Customer rating 4.9

Sykes rating

  • 6 Guests

  • 2 Bedrooms

  • 2 Bathrooms

  • Pets: No

Features

  • Off road parking
  • Ground floor accommodation
  • Garden / Patio
  • Cot available
  • Highchair available
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Sky TV
  • Broadband / WiFi

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31 Customer Reviews

  • "We had the absolutely best holiday ever at Ulla Dhu."

    The cottage was stunning and very well appointed. It is such a comfortable cottage in the most stunning area with views of the Cairngorms and surrounding area. The owners of the cottage were so lovely and looked after us extremely well. There’s a lovely walk behind the cottage which goes into Nethy Bridge. We just didn’t want to leave. Thank you Skye Cottages for your excellent service and once again, thank you so much to the lovely owners of the cottage. We can’t wait to come back and see you.

    Thanks for the lovely review, it was great to hear your enjoyed your stay with us and you are welcome back at any time. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Ashley5.0★Jul 2025

  • "Lovely accommodation, friendly neighbours and the whole area is beautiful, we ..."

    Lovely accommodation, friendly neighbours and the whole area is beautiful, we would definitely go back, the location makes the perfect base to explore

    Reviewed by Clifford4.7★Jun 2025

  • "Easy to find, in a great location and in a quiet area."

    The cottage is extremely clean, beautifully decorated, comfortable and homely. Lots of great extras and you can tell a lot of thought has gone into making guests feel welcome. The host is friendly and is always at Jane if you need anything, thank you Susan We love it that much we have rebooked for next year.

    Thank you for your kind words and we look forward to welcoming you back to Ulla Dhu Property Owner

    Reviewed by Susan5.0★Jun 2025

  • "Ulla Dhu is a very pretty cottage in a wonderful location."

    The cottage is beautifully presented with very high quality fixtures, fittings and furnishings throughout. A very warm welcome awaits as you enter the cottage on arrival. We have stayed in many cottages in Scotland over the years and this has to be the best. It is somewhere that would be easy to spend a day or so in if you were unlucky enough to have one of Scotland's special very wet weeks! The lovely large garden is secure for small children to be able to have freedom to be outside with minimal adult supervision. It only takes 15 minutes to walk along the disused railway track behind the cottage to reach the Nethy Bridge Hotel and the lovely Nethy House cafe. There are miles of woodland walks locally with a lot of wildlife to spot. Nethy Bridge is a great centre for a holiday. Many varied attractions can be reached within a 30 minute drive.

    Reviewed by John4.7★May 2025

  • "We had a fabulous week at Ulla Dhu."

    The cottage is comfortable and extremely peaceful and picturesque in its surroundings. A short walk of less than a mile to the local village along a path that is behind the cottage. In the village there is an amazing tea room, butchers, pub and convenience store, golf course and outdoor adventure club. The cottage is ideally located 20 minutes drive to Aviemore and Cairngorms. The only requirement I would have liked would have been comfortable garden furniture in the back garden as opposed to a picnic bench and table apart from that the cottage is lovely.

    Thank you very much for your kind feedback folks. It was really nice to meet you both, so pleased you enjoyed the cottage and the area. Thank you for visiting, hope to see you again. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Yvonne5.0★May 2025

  • "This was our second visit to this lovely property."

    We particularly like the location. The cottage is warm and welcoming. We did run out of loo roll, hence the 4 star rating for comfort. Also, the knobs on the hob are a bit tricky to master.

    Reviewed by Simon4.7★Apr 2025

  • "This was our second visit to Ulla Dhu."

    We weren't disappointed as the cottage was just as cosy and comfy. The weather was mixed during this visit but there is a lot to do in the area. Our host was able to suggest lots of places to visit. We enjoyed our stay very much and hope to come again later in the year.

    Thanks for your feedback for Ulla Dhu, it was lovely to read your kind words Property Owner

    Reviewed by Mary5.0★Jan 2025

  • "This is the second time we have stayed at this cottage - which speaks for itself."

    Hopefully we will be back again.

    Thank you for your feedback and we look forward to welcoming you back to Ulla Dhu Property Owner

    Reviewed by Elizabeth5.0★Nov 2024

  • "A lovely cottage- warm, well equipped, really nice rooms."

    Owners were very welcoming. Cottage is right next to the Speyside Way which was perfect for all the local walks. We really enjoyed our stay there.

    Thank you very much for your lovely review Property Owner

    Reviewed by Elizabeth5.0★Sep 2024

  • "Ulla Dhu is a cosy and very comfortable cottage close to Nethy Bridge."

    The host was kind enough to provide welcome gifts and helped with suggestions of things to do tailored to our interests. The cottage is well maintained and decorated to a high standard. The kitchen is very well equipped as well as having fridge/freezer, dishwasher and washing machine. Excellent walk in shower in downstairs toilet and bath, also with a shower facility, in upstairs bathroom. Sitting room is very comfortable and family friendly books, board games and DVDs are also available. Access to the Speyside Way from the bottom of the garden means a easy walk to Nethy Bridge! Regular bus service also available from end of farm drive. It was great to be able to leave the car behind. I would highly recommend this cottage and hope to return very soon.

    Thanks for the great feedback. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Alasdair5.0★Sep 2024

  • "It is a lovely cottage which has been done to a high standard, the kitchen is well equipped and was designed well."

    The little extras were very thoughtful and we found Susan extremely helpful. The location of the cottage is great as you had a handy walk to the village without walking on the road, central to activities to the north and south of the Cairngorms. Being on a farm it was great to have cows in the field next door and be able to go and say hello to.

    Thank you for the lovely feedback Property Owner

    Reviewed by Susan5.0★Aug 2024

  • "We’ve had a lovely week at Ulla Dhu, the location was excellent base for us to visit family and explore the cairngorms."

    The house has everything you need. Would recommend highly.

    Thank you for the recommendation Property Owner

    Reviewed by Lynsey4.7★Aug 2024

  • "This beautiful house is full of luxury items."

    The kitchen had everything and more. The shower was very nice all the shampoo and toilet items was supplied. Lovely sitting room. The cottage is outside Nethybridge but just what we needed with hubby recovering from a stroke Would highly recommend the lovely home.

    Reviewed by Thomas5.0★Jul 2024

  • "We had such a great stay at Ulla Dhu."

    The cottage is really homely and clean and is really well kitted out. Our kids really enjoyed all the board games on offer too! We loved being so close to Nethy Bridge and the Speyside way is literally at the bottom of the garden. We really enjoyed ourselves and have already rebooked to go back next year. Many thanks!

    Reviewed by Victoria5.0★Jul 2024

  • "A very peaceful play with everything one might need."

    Reviewed by John4.4★Jun 2024

  • "What a lovely house and surrounding area, really quiet location but a few minutes from Nethy bridge village with restaurant, cafe and shop."

    A very clean and modern interior with all that's needed for a relaxing holiday. Check out Ulla Dhu online. Geoff

    Reviewed by Geoffrey5.0★May 2024

  • "Lovely cottage in peacefully location, only negative points were the single beds were very hard and the back garden was only mowed on the last full day we were there so grass was very long and the kitchen front window when opened was really difficult to close."

    All in all a lovely place to stay.

    Reviewed by Angela3.8★May 2024

  • "We really enjoyed our stay, the cottage was warm and comfortable, and the kitchen was very well equipped everything we needed for our stay."

    A perfect and quiet location for exploring the area. Would definitely recommend.

    Reviewed by Maureen5.0★Mar 2024

  • "A very enjoyable stay!"

    Excellent location - the perfect springboard for all the area has to offer. Comfortable, warm and well equipped - a lot of nice touches!

    Reviewed by Andrew5.0★Jan 2024

  • "Fantastic cottage, great location, very comfortable and clean."

    Thanks!

    Reviewed by Richard5.0★Dec 2023

  • "This is a fabulous cottage with so much attention to detail and style."

    I enjoyed the quietness and the local area was so nice. A perfect retreat from city life for 5 days. Thank you so much, Susan abd Tamara x

    Reviewed by Debbie5.0★Nov 2023

  • "Lovely cosy cottage in a great spot for exploring the local area."

    Would highly recommend.

    Reviewed by Anna5.0★Sep 2023

  • "The property was lovely, very comfortable, beds were so comfy and the bedding divine."

    Such a modern heating device and easy to use. Large towels, which are not always available in other places. Brilliant stay

    Reviewed by Stephen4.4★Jul 2023

  • "Not only was the cottage comfortable and cosy, we have never stayed in such a well-equipped self-catering property!"

    Usually there's no tin opener, tongs, oven gloves etc but there was everything you could imagine! Even scales and a pastry brush! Loved it! The coffee machine was loved by us too. We arrived to a lovely welcome of treats left out for us. The kids were delighted! Everything was spotless and recently decorated to a high standard. The 4 cosy blankets in the living room were a thoughtful addition aswell as the footstool full of books and dvds, boardgames and wordsearch and colouring book. It was great that we could sign into our own Netflix etc. I used the washing machine a few times and was happy to discover a decent iron and ironing board which I rarely find in self catering places. The drying rack was a good one too. Even the towels were perfect. Huge and 2 each. Lovely big shower in downstairs showerroom and big bath in bathroom upstairs. The toiletries dispensers on the walls were brilliant! I want them at home! Susan, the owner could not have been more helpful. She popped round one day to give us some tennis racquets and balls for in the garden. The kids were loving playing with those aswell as the swingball, velcro bats and the quoits set. So friendly and welcoming. The perfect host! We have already recommended the cottage to lots of friends and will not hesitate to return.

    Reviewed by Caroline5.0★Jul 2023

  • "The cottage was very comfortable, and clearly a lot of thought has gone into its renovation and decoration."

    It had all the facilities we could want, including a well-equipped kitchen, good wi-fi and Sky TV. We really appreciated the welcome gifts from our hosts too! It is very well placed for exploring the whole Cairngorm area and looking for wildlife. We enjoyed discovering the many local walking trails - the Speyside Way is literally at the end of the garden. It was perfect for a peaceful but luxurious holiday.

    Reviewed by Mary5.0★Jun 2023

  • "I would highly recommend Ulla Dhu, the cottage was spotlessly clean well decorated and very well equipped."

    Although the cottage is on a farm it was wonderfully peaceful, just bird song! Perfectly situated for exploring the local area and all of the Cairngorms.

    Reviewed by Ann5.0★Apr 2023

  • "We thoroughly enjoyed our stay ay Ulla Dhu, it was a haven of welcome and peacefulness, allowing us time to just enjoy and relax in the wonderful atmosphere."

    What was ever so special was being invited to watch the round up of all the sheep on the Tuesday

    Reviewed by Michael5.0★Apr 2023

  • "Fantastic accommodation, designer and comfortable."

    Lovely and warm. Spacious kitchen and well equipped. Perfect place to relax after a day of exploration.

    Reviewed by Claire5.0★Dec 2022

  • "We were absolutely delighted with Ulla Dhu cottage."

    It has been very tastefully decorated and had everything we needed (and more) for a comfortable stay. Our 4 & 5 year old daughters loved all the games that were in the house - it really was a home away from home and the perfect retreat in the beautiful Nethy Bridge.

    Reviewed by Emma5.0★Oct 2022

  • "Superb personable hosts who couldn't do enough to make our stay as pleasurable as possible!"

    Many little considerate touches that make all the difference. Ideal location for balance of local and access to wider offering of Cairngorms/Aviemore area. A big thank you, yet again!

    Reviewed by Chris5.0★Aug 2022

  • "What a spectacular location."

    The cottage is stunning and so very homely. I did not want to leave

    Reviewed by Sheena5.0★Aug 2022

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Summary

  • Two bedrooms: 1 x double with additional single pull-out bed, 1 x twin
  • Bathroom with bath, electric shower, basin and WC, toiletries provided
  • Ground-floor shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC, toiletries provided
  • Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area
  • Sitting room with double sofa bed
  • Gas central heating
  • Gas range cooker with oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, coffee maler
  • 2 x Smart TV with Sky, DVD player and Bluetooth Speaker, Radio/CD player
  • WiFi, selection of games and DVDs
  • Fuel and power inc. in rent
  • Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
  • Highchair and travel cot available on request
  • Ample off-road parking for 4+ cars
  • Enclosed garden with patio area with furniture and firepit
  • Lockable storage for bikes and sports equipment
  • Sorry, no pets and no smoking
  • Shop and pub 1.3 miles
  • Note: Entrance has ramp access
  • Note: Check-in 5pm, check-out 11am
  • Note: The single pull-out bed is suitable for 1 adult and the double sofa bed is suitable for 1 adult or 2 children.

The property

Ulla Dhu is a charming, semi-detached cottage located on a working farm on the outskirts of Nethy Bridge, Highlands.

A cottage in the Cairngorms National Park, this lovely abode has a contemporary interior and is ideally located for a family of four's countryside retreat, providing off-road parking, outdoor seating, and local amenities a short distance away.

The area is very popular for all sports, birdwatching, fishing, and walking, with the Speyside Way passing through the farm.

Be welcomed into the bright and airy open-plan living space with a fully-equipped kitchen, dining table for four with plush seating, and a sitting area with Smart TV with Sky, DVD player, DVDs, games, books and a Bluetooth speaker.

A second sitting room is also beautifully appointed with cushioned seats, sofa bed, and a TV and selection of games to spend quality time with your loved ones.

Completing the ground floor is an attractive shower room with a spacious walk-in shower, while the family bathroom is upstairs to unwind with a bubble bath.

You'll also find two bedrooms, a double (with pull out single bed) and a twin, each with storage and hanging up space, bedside lamps, and stylish colour schemes.

Start your mornings with a coffee in your private garden with outdoor seating, before venturing out to explore this fabulous National Park.

In Nethy Bridge, you'll find a convenience store, Nethy House Cafe, and Nethybridge Hotel, whilst the surrounding attractions include Castle Roy, Loch Garten for forest trails and birdlife, and plenty of walking and cycle paths to explore.

You'll be a short distance from the start of the Speyside Whisky Trail, the RSPB Scotland Loch Garten Nature Centre, and Landmark Forest Adventure Park with a host of activities for the whole family to enjoy.

Spend the day wandering Grantown-on-Spey where you can visit the Grantown Museum, Anagach Woods, and Grantown-on-Spey Golf Club.

A little further afield brings you to Aviemore, home to the Aviemore Ring Cairn and Stone Circle, The Cairngorm Brewery for tours and tasting traditional Scottish beer, and Craigellachie National Nature Reserve.

The Strathspey Steam Railway and the Cairngorm Reindeer herd are within easy distance.

Go-carting, Cinema, restaurants and pubs, Ice Skating and quad biking can all be found in the Aviemore area.

There is so much to discover in Cairngorms National Park, such as beautiful scenery around Loch an Eilein, water sports at Loch Morlich, Highland Wildlife Park, and unforgettable hikes to the peak of Ben Macdui for the adventurous.

Cairngorm Mountain also has its popular Ski Range, as well as Lecht Ski Centre for an unforgettable day on the slopes.

Local fishing is available on the River Spey.

For a change of pace, jump in the car and take a scenic drive to the Moray Coast where you'll find idyllic sandy beaches at Nairn and Lossiemouth.

Your next family holiday in the Highlands awaits at Ulla Dhu.

EPC Rating: Band E

EPC Rating: Band E

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £250.

Where you’ll be staying

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NETHY BRIDGE

Boat of Garten 4 miles; Grantown-on-Spey 6 miles; Aviemore 11 miles.

The village of Nethy Bridge has been a holiday destination since Victorian times and continues today to attract many visitors who appreciate the charming highland village location with the Cairngorms forming a dramatic backdrop. Centrally located in the fabulous National Park between Aviemore and Grantown-on-Spey, Nethy Bridge has excellent local services including a village shop and Post Office, a butcher, a 9 hole golf course and hotels, as well as tennis courts and a play area. It also provides easy access to the whole of the stunning Speyside area. The village is an ideal base to explore the Cairngorms National Park and also benefits from having the ancient Caledonian Pine Forest on its doorstep with its many forest trails and marked walks.

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