Garage Cottage - Mar Lodge

Summary

• Two bedrooms: 2 x doubles
• Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC
• Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with open fire
• Utility
• Gas central heating with open fire
• Electric oven and hob, fridge, microwave, washer/dryer, dishwasher, TV, CD player, DVD player
• Fuel and power inc. in rent
• Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
• Travel cot and highchair available
• Off-road parking
• Shared garden with lawn, pond and seating
• Sorry, no pets and no smoking
• Shop and pub 4.1 miles
• Note: This property does not have WiFi
• Note: The charging of electric vehicles is not permitted
• Note: This property can only be booked in conjunction with Claybokie (1060442) for the same holiday duration, please contact us for further details
• Note: Children are welcome, although it should be noted that there is an ornamental pond and young children should not be left unattended
• Note: Two baskets of logs will be provided for the open fire and thereafter £10 per basket for further supplies
• Note: The stag ballroom, grand dining room, library and drawing room at Mar Lodge can be hired separately for private events – please contact the lodge for further details on +44 (0)13397 41276
• Note: Mar Lodge Ranger service runs a number of scheduled walks and events throughout the year- information on these can be found by visiting here
• Note: Please be aware there is livestock on the estate
• Note: The opening times, visitor facilities and entry prices of all National Trust for Scotland properties and attractions can be viewed on their website here

The property

EPC Rating: Band E

Short-term Holiday Let Licence No: AS-00126-F

Mar Lodge Estate

Resting within the heart of the Cairngorms National Park is Mar Lodge, a beautiful Victorian sporting lodge that has been carefully restored by the National Trust for Scotland to offer wonderful holiday accommodation amidst one of the country's most iconic landscapes. With eight properties in total across the estate, Mar Lodge is ideal for large family gatherings or celebrations, providing couples and small groups with a perfect country retreat too. The picturesque lodge itself has been split into five luxuriously furnished apartments, including Dalvorar, Macdui, Braeriach, Derry and Bynack, whilst the remaining three, Claybokie, Garage Cottage and Creag Bhalg rest within a high-walled garden facing onto the river within the estate's pine woods. The main lodge is a true delight, with high ceilings, grand hallways and a fabulous billiards room, open to all apartments within the lodge at a small extra cost, the perfect space for socialising with your loved ones. This prime Highland estate has been visited by nobility since the medieval period and is now recognised as one of Scotland's most important conservation sites, with ongoing preservation work to maintain the beauty of the ancient Caledonian pine forest and to protect the native wildlife. If you're seeking a holiday rich in breath-taking scenery and outdoor adventures, then Mar Lodge Estate is a superb choice. Take walks through wooded glens, stroll alongside crystal clear burns and soak up the marvellous mountain scenery, with this estate being home to four of Britain's five highest mountains. Plenty of excitement can be had on a holiday here, with thrilling mountain-biking routes being perfect for adrenaline-seekers, the River Dee offering some of the best salmon fishing in the world, and classic sports like shooting and stalking being popular too. Head into the nearby village of Braemar for all your self-catering needs, home to a highly recommended local butcher, alongside some delightful cafés, shops and pubs to enjoy throughout your stay. Attractions nearby include the Queen's Balmoral Castle and Estate, with royalty often visiting the area since the estate was purchased by Queen Victoria in 1848, you can now visit too and attend a fascinating guided tour. Less than fifteen miles away is the Glenshee Ski Centre offering 40km of pistes for skiing and snowboarding in the winter months, so you can find excitement here all-year-round! History lovers will delight at the ease in which an array of wondrous NTS castles can be reached, including the fairytale delight of Craigievar Castle, Crathes Castle, home to diverse wildlife and an impressive interior, and Drum Castle, one of Scotland’s oldest tower houses, all just a scenic drive away. Enjoy the wonders of this location from the luxury and comfort of Mar Lodge Estate.

Note: This property can only be booked in conjunction with Claybokie (1060442) for the same holiday duration, please contact us for further details.
Note: This property does not have WiFi.
Note: Children are welcome, although it should be noted that there is an ornamental pond and young children should not be left unattended.
Note: Mar Lodge Ranger service runs a number of scheduled walks and events throughout the year- information on these can be found by visiting here.
Note: Please be aware there is livestock on the estate.
Note: The opening times, visitor facilities and entry prices of all National Trust for Scotland properties and attractions can be viewed on their website here