Forest Trail Lodge - a house that sleeps 9 guests in 3 bedrooms

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9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Forest Trail Lodge - a house that sleeps 9 guests in 3 bedrooms provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking available
  • Laundry room
  • Kitchen

About the area

Located in Nethy Bridge, this lodge is in a rural area. Cairngorms National Park and Loch Garten Osprey Centre reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Craig MacLean Leisure Centre and Landmark Forest Adventure Park. The Lost Labyrinth and Strathspey Steam Railway are also worth visiting. Visit our Nethy Bridge travel guide
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Nethy Bridge

What's nearby

  • A snowy mountain landscape with two skiers descending a slope.
    Cairngorms National Park
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • A stone ruin surrounded by lush greenery and a calm lake, with mountains in the background.
    Loch an Eilein
    25 min drive - 29.6 km
  • A snow-covered mountain landscape with undulating terrain and distant peaks.
    CairnGorm Mountain
    37 min drive - 35.6 km
  • Abernethy Forest
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Abernethy Golf Club
    2 min drive - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Aviemore Station
    23 min drive
  • Inverness (INV)
    59 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Boat Country Inn & Restaurant
    6 min drive
  • The Cairn Hotel
    14 min drive
  • Nethy House Cafe & Rooms
    5 min walk
  • KJ’s Bothy Bakery
    7 min drive
  • The Royal Fish Bar
    8 min drive

About this property

Forest Trail Lodge - a house that sleeps 9 guests in 3 bedrooms

  • Lodge in a rural location
  • Forest Trail Lodge - a house that sleeps 9 guests in 3 bedrooms provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • Additional perks include:
    • Smoke-free property, barbecues and a video library
    • Outdoor furniture
  • Room features
  • All guest rooms at Forest Trail Lodge - a house that sleeps 9 guests in 3 bedrooms have comforts, such as fireplaces and separate dining areas, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and dining tables.
  • Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Highchairs, children's books and travel cots
    • 3 bathrooms with baths or showers and hairdryers
    • Smart TVs with DVD players
    • Decks/patios, separate dining areas and kitchens

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Things to do

  • Video library

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area
  • Toaster

More

  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Frequently asked questions

Is Forest Trail Lodge - a house that sleeps 9 guests in 3 bedrooms pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Forest Trail Lodge - a house that sleeps 9 guests in 3 bedrooms?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Forest Trail Lodge - a house that sleeps 9 guests in 3 bedrooms?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Forest Trail Lodge - a house that sleeps 9 guests in 3 bedrooms?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Forest Trail Lodge - a house that sleeps 9 guests in 3 bedrooms located?

Situated in a rural location, this lodge is within 1 mile (2 km) of Abernethy Forest and Abernethy Golf Club. River Spey is 1.6 mi (2.6 km) away.

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Reviews

Forest Trail Lodge - a house that sleeps 9 guests in 3 bedrooms Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

10

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 29 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 29 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 29 reviews

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great lodge and great location.

We had a wonderful holiday in Nethy Bridge. The lodge was perfect and it's location great for walking and exploring that part of Scotland. We would definitely recommend it and are looking at maybe rebooking sometime.
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fab stay in aviemore

Our stay at Bracken house was amazing it was bright clean and really comfortable and our grandson loved the hot tub the place was fully equipped and we needed for nothing. Truly worth the visit
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lovely family holiday

We had a fantastic stay. Great walks on the doorstep. Granddaughter and dog had a great time in the secure garden
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Excellent stay

A lovely house in a fabulous location. Very well equipped kitchen annd plenty of towels etc Ideal for walking and exploring the local area. House was nice and warm with plenty of hot water. Garden secure for children and dogs. So much to see and do in the area. Will definitely be back!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lovely stay

A lovely comfortable Lodge. Will book again. Spacious and very well equipped. Everything we needed.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Stunning lodge in the perfect location

We had a wonderful and comfortable stay in this beautiful lodge, right on the edge of the forrest in Nethy Bridge. Great communication and support from Great North Lodges and hope to book again soon.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Family reunion

Very warm, comfortable and spacious lodge in the heart of Speyside. Close to woods and walks and lots of nature. Excellent local shops and hotel nearby. Great base for exploring the Cairngorms and Moray coast.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Warm & Comfortable Stay

We had a very comfortable & warm stay from 8 th Jan 2024 The location of house is great for Nethy Hotel , cafe , Farm shop Nice walks from door , The house needs a little TLC in some areas , A full deep clean would most definitely improve the overall experience of guests ,
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Third Stay

This was our 3rd stay at Forest Trail Lodge, great house and location. Just out the house and into the forest. Very peaceful location, great garden if you have dogs or children, fully enclosed. Hopefully be back to visit in the future
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Christmas 2023

Lovely property made all the more magical with a white Christmas. Thank you for letting us stay. Plenty of walks nearby and a very well stocked shop.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Forest trail lodge

Forest trail lodge is a lovely property in an amazing location. It is spacious and light with everything that you could need for your holiday. Nethybrdge is a beautiful and quiet location but within easy access of all amenities. The weather definitely was on our side and we were able to make use of the great outside space. We will definitely be back.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

May break

The house was in a great location with walks from the doorstep. Rooms were large and airy with plenty of equipment in the kitchen for self catering apart from a bottle opener and a potato people. Communication was good. Thanks I would book again.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Fantastic stay in Nethy Bridge

From the minute we walked through the door, we knew that Forest Trail Lodge was a special place. The layout of the house is perfect with access into the forest from the gate in the garden. Beds very comfy and the house has everything you could want for a week's holiday. We were blessed with beautiful weather all week and had a fantastic time. The garden was perfect to relax in and is totally enclosed so safe for kids and pets. We would love to return but understand that the house has recently been sold. If the new owners decide to rent out Forest Trail Lodge as a holiday home we will certainly be back.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Fabulous place to stay

Forest trail lodge is a delightful house. Perfect setting next to the woods, the house is spacious and comfortable with everything you need. It’s a very social house with social spaces in the living and dining areas. Spotlessly clean with large rooms. The Great North Lodges app is very useful and helpful with the information provided and discounts for eating out. The house is expensive to rent but I guess that’s just current costs. Will definitely return.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Fantastic week!

Our second visit to Forest Trail Lodge, we were so lucky with the weather this time round. We were able to see the house at its best and made the most of the trails from the front door. The house has a lovely flow, the rooms are spacious and beautifully furnished. The garden is enclosed which kept our little dog safe. A lovely selection of welcome gifts was provided, thank you. We would highly recommend the Nethy Bridge cafe and the Balliefurth Farm shop/ butchers (a short walk away) Thank you, we can't wait to return!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Exceeded expectations!

The house was perfect. Location was ideal for forest walks with the dogs and a fully enclosed garden meant we could be more at ease. The house was big and spacious but we found we spent much time sitting around the kitchen island planning our day or grabbing a quick lunch. A separate living room was great to relax in after a busy day and I’m sure will be cosy in winter. Nethy Bridge is a beautiful village and I can highly recommend the local cafe and farm shop! We had a great week in a fabulous house.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A spacious and well presented house in a great location

We had a very relaxing and enjoyable week at Forest Trail Lodge. The house was well equipped with everything that we needed, both in the kitchen and in the other parts of the property. Although the house was cool when we arrived, the heating was very effective once we tuned the thermostats and there was always plenty of hot water. We particularly appreciated the access to the garage which enabled us to store our bikes securely. Having the log burner in the lounge was lovely as it meant that we could warm the house up quickly when we arrived and also gave us cosy room for the evenings. We loved being able to walk and cycle straight into the forest and welcomed being within walking distance of the local shops in Nethy Bridge. The only improvements that we would have appreciated would be some matches to light the log burner and a few more logs. We would definitely return to this Property
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Top marks for great holiday accommodation

Excellent property in beautiful location. The property is spacious, comfortable and really well equipped. Beds and bedrooms are a nice size and the kitchen has everything you need for a self catering holiday. The house was spotless on our arrival with a nice 'welcome pack' provided. Didn't make use of the log burner but the property is lovely and warm thanks to (I think) under floor heating. The garden is really large and is bordered by fences making it completely 'dog proof'. There is a gate in the back fence which leads out onto the woodland trails at the rear of the property. Nethy Bridge itself has numerous footpaths and trails. The walk to Murdo the cow and the castle is a nice one as is the walk to Broomhill Station. (From the station you can catch the steam train to Aviemore). The village has a great farm shop, lovely tea rooms and a well stocked shop. There is also a large hotel with bar. Further afield, the Highland Wildlife Park is well worth a visit as is Loch Garten where we were lucky enough to see nesting Ospreys. For a property this size we thought it was great value for money. All in all a fantastic property in a brilliant location.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Our favourite place to stay!

Location is amazing! Beautiful walks, fantastic garden, the house is well equipped feels like home. Don’t want to make it sound too good or it will get booked up! Been coming to nethy bridge go over 25 years and this is perfection for our family.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Fabulous lodge near the woods

This is our second stay at this property. A great location with walks from the door. Plenty of space and very comfortable beds and furnishings. Loads of hot water and the wfi was good. The kitchen was well equipped and it's great having two fridges and a washing machine and tumble dryer. We will be back. Thanks
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A Gem of a Lodge.

We had a magnificent stay at Forest Trail Lodge from 18/5/26 - 25/5/26. The lodge was immaculate on arrival and everything perfect for ourselves my son and daghter-in-law and 18 month old grandson. I could not fault anything from the design of the lodge,the comfort of the beds and couches,and the range of kitchen crockery and utensils. The range of wild birds and a red squirrel delighted us all especially grandson Liam and I would recommend getting a bag of wild birdfood early in the stay to get as much benefit as possible. All in all a great week and we hope to return next year.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Forest Trail Lodge

Forest Trail Lodge is a well equipped and comfortable lodge. All rooms are spacious and very comfortable. The area is fantastic with a great cafe in Nethy Bridge for drinks and food. The forest is on the doorstep which is fantastic for walking whether with a dog or not. A lovely lodge to come back to after a cold walk. Cosy and with plenty hot water for showers etc. A fab venue for a family get together.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Amazing place in a great location

We had a fantastic time in Forest Trail Lodge. It is perfectly located in the village of Nethy Bridge with an abundance of walks around the area. The house itself was ample room for us all and felt like a ‘home from home’. We found the app highly useful, both before and during our stay. There was a problem with the heating and hot water during our first night, however Audra was incredibly helpful and communicative about everything too. This was sorted very quickly and did not hinder a wonderful stay! Thank you!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Relaxing Stay at Forest Trail Lodge

A perfect holiday house in a beautiful location. We had a lovely holiday and enjoyed relaxing in the garden. It was ideal for us with the kids and the dogs lots of space and big dining table for us all. We loved exploring the woods on our doorstep!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lovely forest cottage

Beautiful comfortable cottage, very spacious, spotlessly clean and well equipped. A super location right next to the forest where we saw deer and red squirrels. A lovely base for touring Speyside, away from the bustle of Aviemore.