Landscape

With a panoramic view at the cottages it is easy to stay in and not move, but the North East Highlands of Scotland on the edge of the Cairngorms National Park and Dark Skies Park has a lot more to offer

Ben Rinnes | Landscape

842m to the top, if you start at the cottages however we are halfway up the south face to start

Ben Rinnes | Landscape

Waking up to a dusting of snow on Benn Rinnes, winter is on the way

Drumochter Pass | Landscape

Only 20 ft higher than, and just over an hour from the cottages, you are almost here

Early Morning start | Cottage Landscape

Spectacular skies any time of the day all year round

Cloudy skyline | Landscape

Clouds and lighting add drama to the views around the region

Slate Quarry, The Scalp | Landscape

Up behind Auchindoun Castle, sit and watch the scenery change, great views of the Castle with Ben Rinnes as the backdrop

Wild Flower at Falls of Linn | Flora

Lovely walk | Easy going, level stroll | not far from cottages

View over Cottages | Cottage Landscapes

Nothing more to say!

Driveway | Cottage Landscape

End of your journey

Sunset over Cairngorms | Cottage Landscape

River Spey Craigellachie | Landscape

Plenty to do on the Spey, not just fishing, but also kayaking / canoeing, relaxing and enjoying the atmosphere

Winter Cottages | Cottage Landscape

Who wants to put the first footprint in the snow?

River Findhorn | Landscape

Beautiful Gorge in Autumn Colours

Forres Park Walk | Walks

Craigellachie Bridge | Landscape

Majestic span over the River Spey

Mist in the Glen | Cottage Landscapes

Worth the early rise

Rainbow over the cottages | Cottage Landscape

"Somewhere under the rainbow"

Forres Park Walk | Walks

Serene and colourful

Scalan Walk Braes of Glenlivet | Walks

Explore the history of a 17th Century Priest Seminary first and continue on the circular walk in the Braes of Glenlivet

Early Autumnal Sunset | Cottage Landscape

Expansive skies bring pleasure all day

Lonesome Scots Pine | Landscape

How one can start to transform the landscape

Summer View | Cottage Landscape

Cottage Setting | Cottage Landscape

No need to worry about road noise keeping you awake at night, plus the fresh air helps.

Forres Park Walk | Walks

Duck family out for a stroll in the evening

Driveway | Cottage Landscape

End of your journey

Glenlivet Distillery | Landscape

Can be seen from the cottages

Far North Coastline | Landscape

exposed coastline, lack of tress suggests it might be a little bit windy here

Tranquility Base | Cottage Landscape

A Highland welcome awaits the intrepid traveller, and the compensations are truly beneficial

Cottages on Ben Rinnes | Cottage Landscape

Winter Cottages | Cottage Landscape

Winter wonderland

Loch an Eilein | Walks

All the way round sights of a misty Loch with a ruined castle on an island

Sunset over moors | Landscape

Spectacular Silhouette

Steading Cottages | Cottage Landscape

Part of a historic croft - Bolnapiart - dating back to 17th century

Portknockie skyline | Landscape

Sunset by the coast

Suie Bowl 2020-6

Hay bales | Landscape

All part of nature's rich tapestry

Randolph's Leap river walk | Landscape

Walking is pleasure in areas like this, great for all the family

Wind sculpture in the sand | Coast

Sand movement, landscape always shifting

Cairngorm In the distance | Landscape

Important part of the cottage Panorama

Bluefolds Approach | Cottage Landscape

The final few metres to arrival

Craigellachie Bridge | Landscape

Built between 1812-15, the Craigellachie Bridge spans the River Spey and was designed by engineer Thomas Telford. It is the oldest surviving cast-iron bridge in Scotland and is considered one of the finest of its type in Britain.

Evening stroll | Walks

Planned, executed and success, it's great when an idea works out this well

Loch an Eilein | Landscape

Great walk, enjoyable in all weathers, the varied sights each add a different atmosphere

River Spey | Landscape

Fantastic colours in Autumn

Bluefolds Approach | Cottage Landscape

Final approach and first glimpse (maybe second if you noticed it from the B9009 outside the Croft Inn

Winter Cottages | Cottage Landscape

Winter wonderland

Glenlivet Crown Estate

And the Whisky came tumbling down....

Stunning quiet scenery

Inviting ti dip yer taes!

Loch an Uaine | Landscape

A must visit on a still day, the reflections in the water are fantastic

Boat of Brig | Landscape

The site of a bridge across the Spey which was maintained by the Bishop and Chapter of Elgin from the 13th century until the Reformation, after which it was allowed to fall into decay, and was swept away by the river. It's place was taken by a ferry-boat, the 'Boat O' Brig' which was in turn supplanted by an iron bridge and Toll house in 1830

Early Autumnal evening | Cottage Landscape

Expansive skies bring pleasure all day

Morinsh Woods | Flora

Autumnal colours add a splash of colour when out walking

Entrance to tranquillity & Luxury | Cottage Landscape

Open the gate and enter

Crown Estate Track

Scalan Walk, Braes of Glenlivet | Walks

The memories of remoteness and what must have been a harsh life will never leave you

River Livet | Landscape

If you are lucky at the right time of the year, you may see Salmon jump the obstruction

River Findhorn stroll | Walks

A great walk and Logie Steadings Cafe nearby for a lunch stop

Winter escape route | Cottage Landscape

The route in and out of the cottages for us in times of Snow (courtesy of John & Ann Shearer)

Auchindoun Castle | Historic Scotland

A great place to spend some time, fantastic quiet walks up into the hills behind the castle with plenty of history

Snow Roads | Landscape

90 miles of whatever you want it to be

Ben A'an | Landscape

Ben A'an highlighted by a dusky sunset from the cottages. Lecht 2090 ski resort is in the central "V"

Purple as far as the eye...

Misty Morning | Cottage Landscape

Something about monochrome photographs

Gamekeeper Cottage | Cottage Landscape

A Building, A Congress, A Train and A Murder, no not an Agatha Christie story plot, just groups of Rooks, Ravens, Jackdaws and Crows who all roost here

Morinsh Woods Fallen trees | Flora

Nature claiming back it's investment for the next generations

Cairngorm winter views | Landscape

Important part of the cottage Panorama typically from November to April

Splodge | Family

So glad you took me for a walk

Snow on the Cairngorms | Landscape

UK's largest National Park, Walkers, Climbers & activity seekers of all abilities will find FUN

Loch an Eilein | Landscape

Scenery, Woodland, Water and History all in one circular walk

Suie Bowl Braes of Glenlivet | Landscape

Way marked walk on the Glenlivet Estate (route 3 & 4)

Loch Ness | Landscape

An experience not to be missed

View over the cottages from Ben Rinnes | Landscape

Moray's highest mountain, from here you can see 8 counties

Ben A'an | Landscape

Sunset adding drama to the snow coverage in february 2020

Moody weather | Cottage Landscape

Sun, Rain, Snow any all three in a day, the cottages are cosy and a great place to relax weather watching

Well deserved contemplation | Family

Great walk, and a peaceful break

Loch Ness bow wave | Landscape

The thrill of a cruise on the Loch, will Nessie appear?

Forres Park walk | Walks

Built to last, Kodak moment to boot!

Cottages in the snow | Cottage Landscape

Two Freezers, Two Refigerators and a Tonne of coal, ... no problem

Drone View over the Bluefolds | Landscape

Looking toward Ben A'an which is 30 mins away

Ben Rinnes Trig Point & Dram

easy walk from the car park, take a picnic and maybe a dram, from the top you can see 8 counties / regions

Cottages welcome sign on approach | Cottage Landscape

Home for your holiday, only law here is you enjoy it

Still Viewpoint Tomintoul | Landscape

Great place for your camera

Ladder Hills | Landscape

Dramatic views which are influenced by the weather

Enjoying the view | Landscape

a short stroll up the track makes you feel like shouting "Yes"

Falls of Linn - Aberlour | Landscape

In the neighbouring town, it is worth avoiding the distraction of a visit to Aberlour distillery or maybe even combine the two

Dramatic colours | Cottage Landscape

Early mornings and late evenings always promise spledour and a colourful display

Ladder Hills | Landscape

Dramatic views which are influenced by the weather

Morning View | Landscape

Over Morinsh Woods (Site of the 1594 Battle of Glenlivet)

Slate Cairn, The Scalp | Landscape

One of the many natural areas to walk in and enjoy the views

Summer approach | Cottage Landscape

End of your journey

Gamekeeper's Cottage | Landscape

Stunning colourful sunsets and occasional large groups of Red Deer travelling the ridge

Randolph's Leap | Landscape

Breathtaking during high water flow