Station Lodge

About this property

Station Lodge is a fine cottage set in Forres, Moray, offering off-road parking for two cars, an enclosed garden, and a characterful woodburning stove. Positioned within the grounds of Brodie Castle on a National Trust site, this property provides an engaging base for families or friends keen to explore the Moray countryside. Arriving at Station Lodge, you’ll find a well-presented cottage that balances traditional charm with everyday practicality. Step inside and discover a welcoming dining room, where a woodburning stove adds warmth and character, making it an inviting place to gather after days spent outdoors. Nearby, the kitchen is neatly arranged for preparing home-cooked meals, while the sitting room offers a relaxed space to settle in with a film or conversation as the evening draws in.

The accommodation includes two thoughtfully arranged bedrooms, with a king-size room and a twin providing flexible sleeping arrangements. A ground-floor shower room with a walk-in shower completes the interior, offering a convenient layout for all guests. Outside, the enclosed garden features a lawn, garden furniture, and a pergola, creating a pleasant spot for morning coffee or unhurried afternoons spent enjoying the fresh Moray air. The surrounding area offers plenty to discover. Forres itself is home to independent shops and cafés, along with riverside walks and access to nearby woodland trails. A short drive brings you to Elgin, where the impressive cathedral ruins and local museums invite exploration, while Nairn offers a traditional seaside experience with a long sandy beach and coastal paths.

Right on your doorstep, guests can explore the National Trust for Scotland’s 16th-century Brodie Castle, where the Playful Garden brings the Brodie family’s history to life through imaginative landscaping and seasonal displays. Station Lodge is a well-placed cottage for enjoying culture, coastline, and countryside in equal measure. Note: This property can be booked with Refs. 1060400 and 1066474, together sleeping 12 guests.

The pretty town of Forres is one of Scotland's oldest small towns and boasts an array of historical monuments, museums and castles, as well as impressive parks and award winning gardens. Forres is an ideal starting point for exploring the Malt Whisky Trail being home to two of the Distilleries, and in close proximity to another five! Forres boasts two golf courses and some excellent fishing opportunities. Ideally placed for visiting the atmospheric fishing villages that are dotted along the north east coastline and just twenty seven miles from the capital of the Highlands, Inverness, it is a great base for a holiday. You can immerse yourself in history with Cawdor and Brodie Castles, Culloden Battlefield and Fort George all within easy reach. Alternatively, you can spend time at Findhorn enjoying the beach and looking for seals or a day's watersports finishing with a drink overlooking the bay whilst the sun goes down. A five minute drive from Forres will take you to Califer Hill Viewpoint, providing stunning views across the Moray Firth, Findhorn and beyond.

Short-term Holiday Let Licence No: MO-00806-F

EPC Rating: Band E

Accommodation

Two bedrooms: 1 x king-size, 1 x twin.

Ground-floor shower room with walk-in shower, basin, and WC.

Kitchen.

Dining room with woodburning stove.

Sitting room

Oil-fired central heating.

Electric oven, ceramic hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, kettle, toaster.

Smart TV, WiFi.

Fuel and power included In rent.

Bed linen and towels included In rent.

Off-road parking for 2 cars.

Electric vehicle charging points are available on‑site in the main castle car park, accessible 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Enclosed garden with lawn, furniture, and pergola.

Two well behaved pets are welcome.

Sorry no smoking.

Shop 3.9 miles, pub 0.6 miles.

Access to Brodie Castle Estate outside of the regular opening hours.

Access to the Playful Garden during opening hours, access via the Welcome Centre.

Complimentary Castle Tour – booking essential at the Welcome Centre.

Properties are in a rural location - cannot guarantee the WiFi.

The opening times, visitor facilities and entry prices of all National Trust for Scotland properties and attractions can be viewed on their website here