Guests say
Mill of Burncrook is consistently praised for its stunning location, modern yet homely feel, and exceptional comfort. Guests are enamored by the wildlife views, the well-equipped kitchen, and the luxurious hot tub. The property's cleanliness, thoughtful touches from the owner, and ample facilities contribute to a highly recommended and memorable stay.
Reviewers are unanimous in their praise for the property's cleanliness, with no negative comments, indicating a top-notch standard of hygiene and upkeep.
The property's location is lauded for its stunning views, proximity to local attractions, and the ability to see the northern lights, suggesting an exceptional setting.
Guests highlight the comfortable beds, homely feel, and welcoming fireplaces, all contributing to a very comfortable experience.
The abundance of facilities, including a modern kitchen with an Aga, hot tub, and underfloor heating, is highly appreciated by guests, indicating excellent maintenance and amenities.
The owner's personal touches, such as welcome calls and tailored information, are noted and appreciated, though it is politely mentioned that such personal gestures are not guaranteed.
About this property
This stunning property has been lovingly designed to provide a high level of comfort, benefiting from amazing views from every window.. A luxuriously furnished property at the foot of the Cairngorms within the 56,000 acres of the Glenlivet Estate. Ideal for country pursuits including walking and adventure activities and being on the Whisky Trail and the NE 250 route, is convenient for visiting numerous whisky distilleries, castles and the beautiful sandy beaches along the Moray coast.
On approach from the winding driveway, you already get a feeling of how truly special this property is. Open the large wooden front door and step inside the spacious hallway, complete with dining area and exposed oak beams and parquet flooring. A warm and welcoming living room has ample space for everybody to relax. The Swedish wood burner and floor-to-ceiling windows only add to the modern features, while the stunning green oak beams add extra charm. There is an outside balcony area which can be accessed via both the living room and kitchen.
The perfectly designed kitchen, complete with electric oven, hob and Aga, induction wok and Quooker, is a haven for budding chefs, providing a wide selection of utensils and implements. This wonderful, detached house benefits from a second living room, affectionately named ‘The Nook’, boasting an additional wood burner, completing the warm feeling in this room. The property has a second outside balcony area, complete with hot tub and more amazing views.
The three bedrooms are aptly named after the region’s finest whiskies. The master bedroom, The Cragganmore, has wonderful east-facing views and overlooks the burn in the grounds. The en-suite bathroom is a real stunner, providing a large and inviting space for enjoying a long soak after a busy day exploring the area.
Glenlivet Estate has a number of waymarked paths of various lengths together with a series of mountain bike trails with varied degrees of difficulty. There is a number of nearby adventure activities centered around the rivers Spey and Findhorn. Within Speyside there are approximately 50 whisky distilleries many with visitor centres. These include Glenlivet, Macallan, Glenfiddich, Aberlour, Glenfarclas and Balvenie. Dufftown is only 5 miles along Glenrinnes and is one of the major distillery centres where you can join a walk visiting all nine based in the town.
There are many castles to visit in the area starting with Ballindalloch Castle frequently referred to as The Jewel of the North. The North East 250 route leads to Deeside for Balmoral, Braemar, Crathies, Drum and numerous other castles. Within an hour’s drive are the sandy beaches on the south coast of the Moray Firth including Cullen, Lossiemouth and Nairne together with a number of small harbours and view points for seeing dolphins on the incoming tide.
For golf lovers, Ballindalloch, Dufftown and Grantown-on-Spey courses are close at hand with a number of links courses along the rugged coastline. Around a 36-mile journey will bring you to Aviemore, a popular large village offering plenty to keep the whole family entertained. For skiing in the season, as well as Cairngorm, The Lecht Ski School is approximately 17 miles from the property with Glenshee a little over an hour making it a fabulous choice in the winter months for lovers of the slopes. Shop, pub and restaurant 9 miles.. All on the
Ground Floor:
Living room: TV, Freesat, Woodburner
Dining room.
Kitchen: Breakfast Area, 2 x Electric Oven, Induction Hob, Electric Aga, Microwave, American Fridge Freezer, Dishwasher
Living room 2: Freeview TV, Woodburner
Utility Room: Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer
Bedroom 1: Super Kingsize (6ft) Bed
Ensuite: Bath, Walk-In Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 3: Zip And Link 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
Separate Toilet..
Ground source underfloor heating, electricity, bed linen, towels, Wi-Fi and logs for wood burner included. Travel cot and highchair available on request. Welcome pack and doggy extras. 2 balconies with outdoor furniture. Hot tub for 6 (private). 4-acre natural grounds with woodland. Private parking for 3 cars. No smoking. Please note: The property has a natural water supply from a spring. There are sloping banks and an unfenced burn in the grounds, 50 yards away. This property has a security deposit of £150.
There is a security deposit of £150 to be paid 2 weeks prior to arrival, please pay by BAC's directly to the owner.
The water is from a spring, well or borehole, and not a mains supply.
Approach to property is by a rough or gravel track.
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Reviews (13)
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Confirmed Guest
We’ve just enjoyed another fabulous week at the Mill of Burncrook. The house has everything you could hope for in a relaxing holiday. The dining hall is warm and inviting, the main sitting room is wonderfully spacious, and The Nook offers a cosy alternative when you want a quieter corner.The three double bedrooms are beautifully presented, with one featuring a superb ensuite. The kitchen is exceptional — thoughtfully equipped with absolutely everything you might need — and the kitchen table has become one of our favourite spots for watching the local wildlife.Thanks to the floor‑to‑ceiling windows, every room makes the most of the stunning surroundings. It’s a property designed for comfort, calm, and soaking up the views. There’s plenty to enjoy in the surrounding area. You’ll find a great mix of distilleries, scenic walks, and historic castles, and if you’re happy to venture a little further, a drive across the Cairngorms towards Ballater is an absolute must. We can’t wait to return.
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Jacqui Plumb
We have just spent Christmas at The Mill of Burncrook and I have to say for location it was the best. Fiona was very helpful and friendly a nothing was too much trouble. Prior to arriving Fiona sent an email which gave us lots of information for our stay plus she called up post arriving to make sure all was okay. The lodge is located on a hill and sits amongst the pine trees with Ben Rinnes located behind. The lodge is laid out beautifully and was built as a home with every detail meticulously thought about. No expense has been spared and instructions on how to use equipment has been provided. The lodge is fairly remote but you do have local amenities nearby (Dufftown & Tomlintou). I organised a supermarket delivery being Christmas which worked out very well. I was a bit dubious making my first Christmas dinner on an Aga, however, I have to say it turned out to be the best Christmas dinner I have had in a long time. A car is needed if you want to explore further a field. We mixed it up a little but were not fussed keep jumping in the car all the time. On one of the days we drove a short distance to Ben Rinnes car park and ventured up 800M or so. A good pair of walking boots is needed and on a cloudy day it can get very cold. On Christmas Eve and being a sunny day we visited the beautiful beaches in Nairn which was dog friendly. We will definitely return to the highlands as there is so much to see and do and The Mill is a perfect base to do this or you can just stay at the lodge, chill, take in the beautiful views and stargaze in the hot tub.
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Michael Goldacre
Mill of Burncrook is a stunning modern house with a very homely feel, every gadget you could wish for is accommodated. The aga in the kitchen is great for those true home cooked meals but if you’re a little daunted by using the aga then there’s a modern oven, along with hot plate and induction wok. The fireplaces are a lovely touch and very welcome after a day out in the wilds of Scotland, if you have ventured up Ben Rinnes the view of hill is amazing from the hot tub, especially if you’re lucky enough to also see the northern lights.The beds are so comfortable as are all the rooms, all feature floor to ceiling windows which allow stunning views of the surrounding countryside. If you are lucky enough you may also see the local wildlife cat and deer, there’s also a golden eagle along with kites and buzzards which soar high above the house.There’s so much to do in the area from the local gin distillery just 2 miles up the road at Glen Rinnes to the amazing walks around Dufftown, you will not be disappointed by Mill of Burncrook it is truly a superb location and great for getting away from hustle and bustle. Will definitely be back