Gulabin Lodge nestles beneath the mighty Ben Gulabin in the south of the Cairngorms National Park. The property offers stunning views of the glen and surrounding mountains. Our ultra-low carbon biomass boiler provides underfloor heating to both floors and ample hot water. Our shared shower and toilet facilities are bright, clean and well-maintained.Guests can choose to relax either in the snug or the larger lounge. Both have stone walls, beamed ceilings and working fireplaces. Seasoned wood can be purchased on-site for those who would like to light a fire. Outside there is a raised terrace where guests can relax and enjoy a drink.The self-catering communal kitchen is a great space in which to create a hearty meal. The dining room offers comfortable seating and wonderful views of Gulabin's grounds with the hills beyond. Please bring all your food and provisions with you. The nearest shops are 30 minutes' drive from us. Guests coming from the south tend to stop off in Blairgowrie (large Tesco), while those coming from the north use the the Co-op stores in Ballater or Braemar. We keep a small range of home-cooked frozen meals for sale, but these are subject to availability, so please contact us for more information.There is plenty of excellent walking on our doorstep, ranging from near-flat circuits in the beautiful surroundings of the glen through to steep climbs that afford grand views into the high mountains. We are on the Cateran Trail, a 52-mile circular walk and we welcome overnight stayers who are completing the hike.Glenshee Ski Centre is just a 10-minute drive and offers ski equipment hire. The Glenshee Ski School offers lessons for the beginner and the more experienced skier. In summer, the Glenshee chairlift offers visitors the chance to experience the high mountains without all the hard work.

Dating back to 1510, Dalmunzie Castle Hotel lies in the south of the Cairngorms National Park. This hotel offers high-quality dining, a tennis court, free parking and WiFi, and features an elegant library and lounge.Rooms have views of the gardens and mountains and include a flat-screen TV, wardrobe and seating area. Each room has an en suite bath and shower with a hairdryer and toiletries provided.Dining at Dalmunzie Castle Hotel has been repeatedly recommended in the Michelin Guide, with dinner served in the expansive dining room overlooking the lawn. An award-winning wine list and more than 100 malt whiskies are also offered.Dalmunzie Castle Hotel is 26 miles from Pitlochry, home of the Festival Theatre and Blair Atholl Distillery. The Perthshire town of Blairgowrie is around 35 minutes’ drive away, with Blairgowrie Golf Club just over a mile from the centre.

Dalnaglar Castle Estate features mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking, set in Glenshee, 46 km from Scone Palace. There is a private entrance at the holiday home for the convenience of those who stay. Guests can use the hot tub, or enjoy lake views.All units comprise a seating area with a sofa, a dining area, and a fully equipped kitchen with various cooking facilities, including a dishwasher, an oven, a microwave and a toaster. A fridge, a stovetop and kitchenware are also featured, as well as a kettle. At the holiday home, the units are fitted with bed linen and towels.Guests can also relax in the garden.Glamis Castle is 40 km from the holiday home, while Blair Castle is 44 km away. The nearest airport is Dundee Airport, 49 km from Dalnaglar Castle Estate.