Guests say
South Lodge - Brodie Castle offers a charming stay with its spacious garden and proximity to local attractions. Guests appreciate the well-equipped kitchen, comfortable bedding, and the opportunity to observe wildlife. The enclosed garden is a hit with pet owners, and the location provides easy access to Brodie Castle and scenic walks.
Reviews indicate a generally clean environment, though some guests noted areas needing attention, such as a dirty armchair and kitchen smells. The garden was mentioned to have dog mess, impacting the cleanliness score.
The location is highly praised for its proximity to Brodie Castle, Culbin Forest, and local amenities. The scenic and convenient setting is a highlight for many guests.
Guests find the beds comfortable and the soft furnishings pleasant, but some furniture and seating are described as low-backed or in need of an upgrade, affecting overall comfort.
Facilities are adequate, with a well-equipped kitchen and good garden space. However, issues with heating controls, dampness, and maintenance of appliances like the fridge and dehumidifier are noted.
While guests have enjoyed various aspects of their stay, there is no mention of gifts or special touches that would indicate thoughtfulness from the property owners. Therefore, this category cannot be scored.
About this property
South Lodge is a secluded, family-friendly dwelling, offering ground floor accommodation for groups of four and their canine companions. Nestled amidst an idyllic countryside setting, with access to the striking National Trust for Scotland’s 16th century Brodie Castle, this is the perfect spot for a memorable rural retreat. Head to the spacious kitchen/diner, where you can show off your culinary skills and make the most of the space and amenities at hand, before taking a seat at the dining table for an evening of good food and great company with your loved ones. Evenings can be spent in the sitting room, where the woodburning stove rests against the characterful exposed brick fireplace and provides a welcoming warmth as you unwind and enjoy a captivating film in your quaint setting.
Prepare for a restful sleep with an enjoyable soak in the bath, or choose to wake up with a refreshing overhead shower. Take your pick of two attractive bedrooms, a spacious double and a twin, both offering period décor and ample storage space. Make full use of your own private garden, a lush space where your canine companions can run free, and delight in a homemade picnic on a warm summer's afternoon. Enjoy a woodland walk from your doorstep and the dramatic views of the castle grounds; head over to Brodie Castle itself for long walks around serene ponds and a slice of cake at the castle’s café.
For a wonderful stay in Scotland, choose South Lodge. Note: This property can be booked with Refs. 1060400, 1060406 and 1066474 together sleeping 26 guests. EPC Rating: Band G
Forres is a small and historic town resting in the Highland's county of Moray, home to a selection of shops, pubs, restaurants, museums, castles, gardens, and the Malt Whisky Trail. Nearby are the attractions of Cawdor and Brodie Castles, Culloden Battlefield and Fort George, as well as Findhorn beach and Califer Hill Viewpoint. Forres is a lovely rural getaway escape for a fantastic holiday.
Accommodation
All ground floor.
Two bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x twin.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Kitchen/diner.
Sitting room with woodburning stove
Night storage heaters and woodburning stove.
Oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, TV, and WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Travel cot available.
Off-road parking.
Electric vehicle charging points on-site in the main castle car park, available 7 days a week between 9am - 5pm.
Private garden with seating and access to the shared castle grounds.
Well-behaved dogs welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 4 miles, pub 0.7 miles.
Note: If you would prefer a gardener did not tend to the garden during your stay, please would you be kind enough to let a member of staff at Brodie Castle know.
Note: Logs for the fire are not provided but can be bought at local stores.
Note: If you are bringing your dog on holiday, please bring a lead, basket and your dog’s bowls, please note that dogs are not allowed on beds or any of the furniture.
You may like to bring an old towel to wipe muddy paws.
Note: The opening times, visitor facilities and entry prices of all National Trust for Scotland properties and attractions can be viewed on their website here
Reviews (17)
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Lesley
Watch out for the wildlife in the adjacent woods though! Very well equipped kitchen - we particularly appreciated the good sized mugs! Fantastic location for exploring the region, and walks around Brodie Castle & the nearby Culbin Wood. Firewood was a lot cheaper in Home Hardware in Forres than at the garage.
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Ian
WiFi worked well. The soft furnishings and bed were very comfortable. A nice touch to have bird feeders outside the kitchen window - so if you'd like to see lots of visitors then bring along bird food for the feeders (a note for owner - a clean of them wouldn't come amiss), Clearer information on the heating controls would also be helpful. There are obviously some damp issues so the dehumidifier in the lounge is requested to be switched on when you're outside the property as its a bit noisy. This isn't a problem - and better than experiencing dampness! Lots of trees around so don't expect to get much sun on the picnic table unless you're there in the height of summer.
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Laura
The blankets had moth holes and the arm chair arms were a bit grubby. Otherwise a pleasant place to stay.