The Natural World
The beauty of Nature, Fauna and Flora that can be seen from the cottages or round about is absolutely stunning. All year round there is something different to see and experience
Highland coo | Fauna
It's a hard life being Scotland's Supermodel
Spring Iris | Flora
Peeping up to say hello, there are lots of signs of Spring around the cottages
Stone chat
Sitting in a tree
Longhorn steer | Fauna
Logie Steading is not far from the cottages, where you can see these ancient beauties.
Young Hedgehog | Fauna
out and about during the day!
Female Blackbird | Fauna
What do you mean it's not to your taste?
Young Rabbit | Fauna
Wow the world is big!
Kestrel
I'm hungry
Red Deer Doe
Helloooooo!
Young Hedgehog | Fauna
Taking a stroll around the gardens
Highland Coo
I wake up and the grass has grown it must be spring
Mistle Thrush | Fauna
All year round regular visitor
Wild Flower at Falls of Linn | Flora
Lovely walk | Easy going, level stroll | not far from cottages
Water Drip A Moment In Time | Other
Wonders of Nature
Harris Hawk | Fauna
Another star showing off for the guests
Partridge Family | Fauna
The Partridge Family! Which one is David Cassidy?
Wow! Life is fun here | Fauna
Lambing time is such an exciting time, all around Bluefolds new little ones are appearing. Spring has sprung!
Highland coo | Fauna
It's a hard life being an Icon
Spring Iris | Flora
Now that's purple. Don't forget your camera, there's a lot to capture
Morinsh Woods Fallen trees | Flora
Nature claiming back it's investment for the next generations
European Eagle Owl | Fauna
Great for all ages (Kids enjoy and learn at the same time, what an experience)
Eider Duck | Fauna
Life is a paddle
Grass | Flora
Stunning against the purple backdrop of the Glenlivet Crown Estate
Pebbles on a beach | Other
Interesting what can be "Seen" when you look down
Gorse Flower | Flora
Abundant all over the region, and a heart warming sight when in bloom
Grandfather's Beard | Flora
will only grow when the air is clean, so plenty of it on the trees around the cottages
Peregrine Barbary Falcon cross | Fauna
A whole new meaning to 'pet friendly'
Red Grouse Male | Fauna
Great to see and hear from the cottages
Brown Hare
Life is tough
Red Deer Stag | Fauna
We are so lucky to be able to see Red Deer close to Bluefolds
Fledgling Buzzard | Fauna
Sheltering in the tree on a Dreich day
Pebbles on a beach | Other
Interesting what can be "Seen" when you look down
Anthyllis Vulneraria Maritima
Saw this on the cliff edge overlooking the rock
Hillhead Black Face Sheep
Learn from our neighbours on how to enjoy life
Hillhead of Morinsh Texel | Fauna
Famous Pedigree hill sheep stock from Hillhead of Morinsh farm (The Shearer Clan)
Goose | Fauna
A fantastic family day out, free to members of the Royal Zoological Society
Male Pheasant | Fauna
Don't rush me, I can't decide which way to go
Herring Gull | Fauna
Taking in the view!
Spring Flower | Flora
Outside a derelict croft in Clash Woods
Grass strand on Beach | Other
Land fighting back against the erosion of coastal areas
Autumnal Daisy | Flora
opposite extremes of natural life
Curlew visitor | Fauna
Nests and raises its young on moorland all around the cottages
Heather and Lichen | Flora
never forget your camera, opportunities are all around us in this stunning part of Scotland
Community patrol | Fauna
Famous Pedigree hill sheep stock from Hillhead of Morinsh farm (The Shearer Clan)
Hillhead of Morinsh Blackface | Fauna
Famous Pedigree hill sheep stock from Hillhead of Morinsh farm (The Shearer Clan)
Wheatear
I think they saw me!
Herring Gull | Fauna
I let the humans take this picture
Guillemots sunbathing | Fauna
I'll go in after you, it looks a bit choppy
Red Deer Parade | Fauna
If we tiptoe passed do you think we will be seen?
Rock pools sea erosion | Other
Tide left behind some interesting camera opportunities and stunning rock pools / rock sculptures
Heather and Lichen | Flora
never forget your camera, opportunities are all around us in this stunning part of Scotland
Scots Pine in Winter | Flora
Always a camera opportunity, then warm up by the fire in the cottage with a dram
Hen Harrier
Looking Down, here I come ready or not!
Peregrine Barbary Falcon cross | Fauna
A whole new meaning to 'pet friendly'
Swallow 2020
Okay I'll pose for you
European Wolves | Fauna
A fantastic family day out, free to members of the Royal Zoological Society
Goose | Fauna
A fantastic family day out, free to members of the Royal Zoological Society
Daffodil surprise | Flora
Hardy plants though, pushed on through the snow and gave a fantastic display
Kestrel hovering
Looking for dinner
Waterside Wildflower | Flora
Stop and take a picture of the flowers by the waterside, there are plenty of wonderful walks nearby
Lonesome Scots Pine | Flora
a vision in green all year round
Flowering Thistle bud | Flora
Mid Summer and Scotland is thriving
Kestrel
Regal
Grandfathers beard | Flora
will only grow when the air is clean, so plenty of it on the trees around the cottages
Thistle in flower | Flora
Watch out for the prickles, maybe use the zoom for this one
Heather amongst the rocks | Flora
never forget your camera, opportunities are all around us in this stunning part of Scotland
Grey Heron
Reflections
Poppy | Flora
An iconic symbol
Young Hedgehog | Fauna
it is a tough life
Red Deer Stag | Fauna
A fantastic family day out, free to members of the Royal Zoological Society
Motherhood | Fauna
I was a late arrival but I like it now I'm here at Bluefolds
Sandpiper | Fauna
Waiting to cross the Burn safely, on a circular walk through the Braes of Glenlivet
Bluebells | Flora
Butterfly enjoying an early opportunity to feed
Bumble Bee | Fauna
I get a buzz from being here
Tortoise Shell Butterfly | Fauna
Buddleia (Butterfly Bush) is in the corner of the garden outside the cottages, always attracts beautiful butterflies in the summer
Grass | Flora
It's great to get close to nature, who knows what else you will see that close up
Packhorse Bridge | Historic Scotland
Just five minutes from the cottages, a great place to watch for wildlife or just watch the water and ponder
Oystercatcher | Fauna
Fun birds to see, all over NE Scotland
Field Poppy Flower | Flora
Sunbathing for nature
Bald Eagle
I'm not a Sea Eagle, I'm Bald!
Community hall | Fauna
Sit and be watched
Hillhead of Morinsh Blackface
Famous Pedigree hill sheep from Hillhead of Morinsh farm
Highland Coo
"These are getting heavy? I think I'm getting a headache!
Brown Hare | Fauna
Can be seen all year round, and occasional but rather rare visits of their cousin the Mountain Hare
Red Deer Parade | Fauna
On the ridgeline climbing higher towards Ben Rinnes
European Eagle Owl | Fauna
Great for all ages (a favourite of ours due to the passion of the John and the team)
Seaweed | Other
Tide left behind some interesting camera opportunities and stunning rock pools
Squirrel
First Red Squirrel we have seen at Bluefolds
Young Rabbit | Fauna
Cute little garden guest always watching out for friends or foes
Peregrine Barbary Falcon cross | Fauna
A whole new meaning to 'pet friendly'. I think he liked it here
Lichen | Flora
will only grow when the air is clean, so plenty of it on the trees around the cottages
Red Deer Buck
Stay away or I bolt!
Highland coo | Fauna
No autographs please
Grass | Flora
It's great to get close to nature
Brown Hare Launch | Fauna
Whats that?, time to go
Oystercatchers in flight | Fauna
Oystercatchers are regulars in the field in front of the cottages. Easy to spot too
Rock Formations | Other
Tide left behind some interesting camera opportunities and stunning rock pools / rock sculptures
Texel Newborn April 2020 | Fauna
20 mins old | Still wobbly legged | Mum Why! do I have to get up?
Water drip A moment in time | Other
Algae directing water drips
Siskin Dewy Morning | Fauna
One of numerous birds and animals you'll see right outside your door
Mountain Alpine | Flora
Nature close up, and providing great backdrops / settings for photography
Dandelions | Flora
We love honey, come and make it please.
Curlew in flight | Fauna
Nests and raises its young on moorland all around the cottages
Wheatear
I'm sure the paperazzi can't see me
Squirrel
Okay, I'm ready take your photograph now
Male Hen Harrier
Flying made easy
Peregrine Barbary Falcon cross | Fauna
A whole new meaning to 'pet friendly'
Tree fungus | Flora
An interesting necessity of nature, the camera captures the intricacy of a symbiotic relationship
Red Deer Passing Through
Just popping out for Lunch
Lapwing Visitor | Fauna
It's fabulous just watching them swoop around the fields surrounding the cottages. It is easy to loose and hour or three watching the Lapwings
Pied Wagtail | Fauna
Looking for nesting material
Cormorants sunbathing | Fauna
See these sunbather all along the Moray Coast, just a short ride away from the cottages
Bell Heather | Flora
Amazing how colours can vary up and down a branch
Spring Crocus | Flora
Peeping up to say hello, there are lots of signs of Spring around the cottages
Roses in bloom | Flora
Stunning roses of summer, cultivated along side nature
Cuckoo monitoring guard
to exit or not - Fence sitting
Peregrine Falcon | Fauna
The noble Peregrine Falcon stretching his wings, Great place to visit, fun for all the family
Grey wagtail - Falls of Linn | Fauna
Aerial acrobatics in pursuit of lunch
Hillhead of Morinsh Sheep | Fauna
Famous Pedigree hill sheep stock from Hillhead of Morinsh farm (The Shearer Clan)
Welcome back Flowers | Flora
Brownie points on return from Australia
Garden Plant | Flora
even in abandoned grounds beauty can be found
Holly Leaf | Flora
A great place to spend the festive season for a getaway break
Peregrine Falcon | Fauna
Noble Peregrine falcon stretching his wings
Community hall | Fauna
sit and watch the sheep gather during the summer right outside the gardens
Highland Coo | Fauna
Scotland's next Bovine supermodel
Pebbles on the beach | Other
Looking down sometimes has its benefits
Bog Cotton | Flora
Higher up the track on the grouse moors
Male Hen Harrier
Out scoping the menu area
Male Pheasant | Fauna
You'll be able to see me all around Bluefolds
Brown Hare Launch | Fauna
Close my eyes and away we go
Duck patrol | Fauna
Have you seen those humans over there,, they never look comfortable and calm on the water lol
Kestrel-4
I can see you
Local Neighbours | Fauna
I'm new here you know. Come and meet me just outside the door of the cottages
Poppy Seed Pod | Flora
Waiting for the right moment
Hillhead of Morinsh Blackface | Fauna
Famous Pedigree hill sheep stock from Hillhead of Morinsh farm (The Shearer Clan)
Mistle Thrush | Fauna
All year round regular visitor
Local Neighbours | Fauna
Why not come and see all the new neighbours for yourself
Cabbage White | Fauna
Enjoy life late in Spring
Red Deer Doe
These flies are a pain in the ......
Dunlin
What are we getting the kids for Christmas?
Swallow
Not often do I rest
Grass | Flora
It's great to get close to nature, who knows what else you will see that close up
Barn Owl
Silent but .....
Alpine fruit | Flora
these are one reason to follow the code and minimise your footfall impact when out and about
Kestrel
Looking good Mr K!
Hill Sheep
AWWWW factor with the newborn lambs
Life goes on | Flora
Even a break won't stop nature
Duck paddling | Fauna
Okay, maybe i'll stay here the sun has come out
Super Moon April 2020 | Other
On the edge of the Cairngorms Dark Skies Park
What you looking at? | Fauna
Yes you can take my photograph, I'm getting used to it.
Wildflower by roadside | Flora
Take your time to notice the wild flowers, summer's wildside
Duck family paddling | Fauna
Mother teaching her family about life in the world, Forres has a few good places for this type of photograph
Lochindorb Castle | Historic Scotland
Drive right around the Loch, the castle in in the middle of it. A great place to see more wildlife so don't forget your camera
Field Poppy Flower | Flora
Everywhere you look something grabs your attention all year round
Moss and Lichen | Flora
Different hues of green against the bark
Ladybird | Fauna
just out for a walking workout!
European Eagle Owl
Do you think the head tilt works for me?
Garden Plant | Flora
even in abandoned grounds beauty can be found
Poppy Seed Head | Flora
Nature close up
Determined Alpines | Flora
Exposed cliff face at Bow Fiddle Rock, supporting all forms of life
Highland Coo | Fauna
Supermodels of the Bovine world
Rock Pool | Other
Tide left behind some interesting camera opportunities and stunning rock pools / rock sculptures
Seaweed | Other
Tide left behind some interesting camera opportunities and stunning rock pools
Findhorn Beach | Coast
Enjoy the beach, the sounds and the abundant wildlife ... not forgetting family fun and the picnic
Duck Paddling | Fauna
Balance is the key to a successful slide
Berries in Winter Snow | Flora
Natural feeding stations for birds throughout the year, loved by visiting Waxwings in particular
Wheatear
I know you're looking at me
Skyline contrast with the trees
Great lighting around the cottages today
Herring Gull | Fauna
How many different gulls and other sea birds will you see on your trip to the coast
Red Grouse | Fauna
Great to see and hear from the cottages
Lapwing Visitor | Fauna
It's fabulous just watching them swoop around the fields surrounding the cottages. It is easy to loose and hour or three watching the Lapwings
Morinsh Woods | Flora
Autumnal colours add a splash of colour when out walking
Sandpiper | Fauna
Waiting to cross the Burn safely, on a circular walk through the Braes of Glenlivet
Brown Hare Leaping | Fauna
Best open my eyes and look where I'm going!
Water flowing | Other
Autumn waters
Buffalo | Fauna
A fantastic family day out, free to members of the Royal Zoological Society
Peregrine Falcon | Fauna
Noble Falcon stretching his wings, Great place to visit, fun for all the family
Mistle Thrush | Fauna
All year round regular visitor
Duck Paddling | Fauna
Balance is the key to a successful slide
Pebbles on a beach | Other
Interesting what can be "Seen" when you look down
Grey wagtail - Falls of Linn | Fauna
Who cares about the spray with this is your dining room
Bell Heather | Flora
Always pretty
Local Neighbours | Fauna
Just love the black knees, hello little one
Woodland Bluebells | Flora
One of the many fauna sights around the cottages
European Wolves | Fauna
A fantastic family day out, free to members of the Royal Zoological Society
Brown Hare
That was a lovely nap (see my previous photo)
Rock pools sea erosion | Other
Tide left behind some interesting camera opportunities and stunning rock pools / rock sculptures
Poppy | Flora
An iconic symbol
Male Hen Harrier
Voles & Mice beware
Herring Gull | Fauna
OK human that's close enough, I'm kind of busy here