Cosy, rustic retreat in the Cairngorms National Park, surrounded by wild nature.
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1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Popular amenities
- Parking available
- Kitchen
- Laundry
Explore the area

Kingussie, Scotland
- Loch Insh
- Highland Wildlife Park12 min drive
- Loch an Eilein15 min drive
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About the area
Kingussie
Located in Kingussie, this lodge is on a river, within a 15-minute drive of Highland Wildlife Park and Ruthven Barracks. .This lodge is 23.3 mi (37.4 km) from Cairngorms National Park and 9 mi (14.5 km) from Loch an Eilein.
What's nearby
- Highland Wildlife Park - 12 min drive - 11.2 km
- Loch an Eilein - 15 min drive - 17.0 km
- Rothiemurchus Estate Visitor Centre - 16 min drive - 17.9 km
- Ruthven Barracks - 16 min drive - 15.9 km
- Strathspey Steam Railway - 19 min drive - 19.8 km
Getting around
- Kingussie Station - 24 min drive
- Inverness (INV) - 74 min drive
Restaurants
- The Boathouse - 3 min drive
- Sugar Bowl - 12 min drive
- Old Post Office Cafe Gallery - 5 min drive
- Wolf Bar - 12 min drive
- Ghillies Cellar Bar & Bistro - 12 min drive
About this property
Cosy, rustic retreat in the Cairngorms National Park, surrounded by wild nature.
At the heart of the Cairngorms National Park, Ballintean Mountain Lodge nestles in a landscape of outstanding natural beauty. Vast ancient forests, hidden lochs and snow-capped mountains provide a breath-taking backdrop for an inspiring and uplifting holiday, retreat or workshop.
Set in a private, elevated position amongst open woodland, Mountain Lodge has a rustic, contemporary feel with furnishings inspired by the natural landscape around us, providing the perfect base from which to immerse yourself in the space and solitude of the Scottish Highlands.
The Lodge comfortably accommodates fourteen guests* in a mix of single, double and twin bedrooms, all with en-suite facilities. The light and airy two-tier lounge – ideal for group discussions and workshops – offers full AV facilities, whilst the dining room, full of rural charm, allows everyone to get together and enjoy a relaxing dining experience. We offer a partial/full catering service for those groups who wish to focus on their chosen activity.
From the Lodge, a 3-minute walk takes you to the rushing waters of the River Feshie – part of our 120-acre 'rewilding reserve' – with views to the hills beyond. For hikers and cyclists, there are a multitude of tracks and trails leading straight from the door, as well as an extensive network of pathways throughout the area.
For the nature lover, regular visitors to Ballintean include red squirrels, pine martens and badgers, while golden eagles and ospreys can often be seen overhead. For the more adventurous, local activities include wild swimming, clay pigeon shooting, quad bike safaris and Scotland's most exciting woodland zip line.
A short distance from Mountain Lodge, hidden in the woods, is our beautifully-appointed 3-bedroomed cottage, which can serve as an annex for larger groups. Ballintean Cottage comfortably accommodates six guests.
*Mountain Lodge has fourteen bed spaces, however, we would recommend limiting your group to twelve if it comprises adults only.
Set in a private, elevated position amongst open woodland, Mountain Lodge has a rustic, contemporary feel with furnishings inspired by the natural landscape around us, providing the perfect base from which to immerse yourself in the space and solitude of the Scottish Highlands.
The Lodge comfortably accommodates fourteen guests* in a mix of single, double and twin bedrooms, all with en-suite facilities. The light and airy two-tier lounge – ideal for group discussions and workshops – offers full AV facilities, whilst the dining room, full of rural charm, allows everyone to get together and enjoy a relaxing dining experience. We offer a partial/full catering service for those groups who wish to focus on their chosen activity.
From the Lodge, a 3-minute walk takes you to the rushing waters of the River Feshie – part of our 120-acre 'rewilding reserve' – with views to the hills beyond. For hikers and cyclists, there are a multitude of tracks and trails leading straight from the door, as well as an extensive network of pathways throughout the area.
For the nature lover, regular visitors to Ballintean include red squirrels, pine martens and badgers, while golden eagles and ospreys can often be seen overhead. For the more adventurous, local activities include wild swimming, clay pigeon shooting, quad bike safaris and Scotland's most exciting woodland zip line.
A short distance from Mountain Lodge, hidden in the woods, is our beautifully-appointed 3-bedroomed cottage, which can serve as an annex for larger groups. Ballintean Cottage comfortably accommodates six guests.
*Mountain Lodge has fourteen bed spaces, however, we would recommend limiting your group to twelve if it comprises adults only.
A kitchen is outfitted with an oven, a stovetop, and a microwave. A Smart television is provided for your entertainment. The bathroom has a shower and a hair dryer. Conveniences include a washing machine and an iron/ironing board.
Take in the views from a garden.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.
Property amenities
Internet
- Available in all rooms: WiFi
- Available in some public areas: Internet access
Conveniences
- Laundry facilities
Outdoors
- Garden
- In the mountains
- On a river
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
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- Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bedroom
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 8.5 bathrooms
- Hair dryer
- Shower
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
Entertainment
- Smart TV
Food and drink
- Dishwasher
- Hob
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Oven
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- Dryer
- Heating
- Iron/ironing board
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Check-out instructions
The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights
Due to a limited window in which to turn the property around, we ask that the building is vacated by 10am on the day of departure.
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Note from host: Lodge is not suitable for very young children.
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
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
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
We should mention
This property does not have elevators