Ghillie's Bothy
Ghillie's Bothy has the most open aspect of all our bothies that are set in our Scots Pine forest, with a large decking area and the expanse of the forest backdrop it offers a peaceful location for those looking for a quiet and relaxing holiday to be at one with nature. The scenery that surrounds the bothy is breath-taking no matter what time of the year, you can still enjoy the beauty of the mountains, the vividness of the woodland and the sounds of nature on your doorstep.
Far from the basic facilities provided by traditional bothies, each self-contained unit caters for all of your needs during your Highland retreat. Whether it’s the comfort of your own hot shower when returning from your exciting day enjoying the outdoors, the convenience of your cooking facilities your warm home-cooked meal or the cosiness of your wood-burning stove in the evenings, a Cairngorm Bothy will provide for your every need.
Your Bothy will comfortably sleep ideally a family of 4 with one UK standard sized double bed and a trundle single bed (2 mattresses 76 cm by 155cm) – typically children of 10 and under.
A woodburning range is integrated into the Bothies, because electrical power is at a premium we use local logs to provide all the comforts of modern life. The wood burner doubles as a heating system heating a hot water circuit that heats the towel rail radiator, as well as obviously heating the surrounding space. Alongside the fire closet is the oven and the top surface is a hot plate. The back boiler provides hot water for the showers and taps. The kettle whistles like olden time when brought to the boil by being deployed on the hot plate.
The bathroom includes a walk-in shower, WC, sink and heated towel rail.
Step outside and cook your dinner in our purpose-built disposal bbq stand……or enjoy a cosy night in by the wood-burning stove with firewood provided from our own forests.
How to find Ghillies’s Bothy
We’re flexible
Are you bringing your little one? Children and dogs are welcome. For an extra £5 per child, high chairs can be provided. Likewise, £30 per dog is extra. Please select the relevant option(s) when making your booking.
Naming our Bothies
We are proud of our heritage, our rich history and of those who have gone before us and shaped the land and our local communities. In naming our bothies we have chosen to name each one after something or someone pertinent to this unique area. Each bothy is simply and tastefully furnished, but each is individual, reflecting the name bestowed upon it.
Deeside has prolific access to waterways for both trout and salmon fishing. The Ghillie is an age-old profession whose specialist knowledge of the best pools and fish behaviour makes the difference between catching or not catching a fish. The River Dee operates a catch and returns policy. Beginner or expert, we can refer you to such facilities if that’s how you choose to spend your time.
Beekeeper’s Bothy
Beekeeper’s Bothy sleeps ideally a family of 4. It is fully accessible and located on the edge of the UK’s largest National Park, the Cairngorms, an ideal holiday for all the nature lovers among us.
Gamekeeper’s Bothy
Gamekeeper’s Bothy sleeps ideally a family of 4. It’s setting is surrounded by the fresh green Scots Pine forest of Royal Deeside, an area well known for its angling with the local River Dee and River Don.
Mountaineer’s Bothy
Mountaineer’s Bothy sleeps ideally a family of 4. It’s setting is amongst the Scots pine trees of the Cairngorms, with a large expanse of forest behind making it perfect for those looking for a quiet and relaxing holiday to be at one with nature.
Distiller’s Bothy
Our Distiller’s Bothy sleeps ideally a family of 4. It’s setting offers total tranquility of the Scots Pine forest, here you will find yourself waking up in complete silence except for the happy chirping of our neighbouring birds.
Forester’s Bothy
Forester’s Bothy sleeps ideally a family of 4. Set in the idyllic rural Royal Deeside landscape. Perfect for a family holiday, short break or romantic eco-friendly getaway.
Ghillie’s Bothy
Ghillie’s Bothy has a large decking area with open aspect and a backdrop of forest making it perfect for those looking for a quiet and relaxing holiday to be at one with nature.
Birch Bothy
NEW for 2023, Birch Bothy ideally sleeps 2 and is set in the idyllic rural Royal Deeside landscape, full of country walks, historic sites and charming villages. Perfect for a family holiday, short break or romantic eco-friendly getaway.
Hawthorn Bothy
NEW for 2023, Hawthorn Bothy ideally sleeps 2 is set in the idyllic rural Royal Deeside landscape, full of country walks, historic sites and charming villages. Perfect for a family holiday, short break or romantic eco-friendly getaway.
Hazel Bothy
NEW for 2023, Hazel Bothy ideally sleeps 2 and is set in the idyllic rural Royal Deeside landscape, full of country walks, historic sites and charming villages. Perfect for a family holiday, short break or romantic eco-friendly getaway.
Oak Bothy
NEW for 2023, Oak Bothy ideally sleeps 2. It is set in the idyllic rural Royal Deeside landscape, full of country walks, historic sites and charming villages. Perfect for a family holiday, short break or romantic eco-friendly getaway.
Rowan Bothy
NEW for 2023, Rowan Bothy sleeps ideally a family of 4. It is fully accessible and located on the edge of the UK’s largest National Park, the Cairngorms, an ideal holiday for all the nature lovers among us.
Scots Pine Bothy
NEW for 2023, Scots Pine Bothy ideally sleeps 2. It is set in the idyllic rural Royal Deeside landscape, full of country walks, historic sites and charming villages. Perfect for a family holiday, short break or romantic eco-friendly getaway.
Freedom and Tranquility
Explore our 6 bothies set in mature woodlands in the Cairngorms National Park
Our guests say...
We absolutely loved our stay. Beautiful bothy, beautiful surroundings. We didn’t want to go home! Will definitely be back at some point.
Our guests say...
Fantastic bothies in a beautiful setting. Excellent and helpful staff, would highly recommend for a long weekend or week or two. I didn't want to leave.
Our guests say...
Cosy and great base for trail running, plenty of wildlife and chill time
Our guests say...
Stunning location to come and unwind in the peace and quiet with a warm log fire.
Accreditations & Memberships
Short Term Let Full Licence Number AS 00913F
EPC Exempt
