Title: Hideaway Under the Stars Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=88129719&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Hideaway Under the Stars Riverside cottage with kitchen and fireplace ## Photo gallery for Hideaway Under the Stars ![Interior - Hideaway Under the Stars (Moray)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88130000/88129800/88129719/1d71c16a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Hideaway Under the Stars (Moray)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88130000/88129800/88129719/1106a137.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Hideaway Under the Stars (Moray)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88130000/88129800/88129719/w3024h3805x0y0-786bf592.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Hideaway Under the Stars (Moray)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88130000/88129800/88129719/533107a4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - Hideaway Under the Stars (Moray)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88130000/88129800/88129719/c1b5f7f8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Located at the foothills of Ben Rinnes, Hideaway Under the Stars offers a unique escape with its round shape and natural materials. With a spacious shower room, BBQ facilities in your private garden, and access to 3 acres of lush greenery with outdoor games and picnic tables. ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Hideaway Under the Stars Our enchanting and multiple award-winning hideaway is set in rural Moray at the foothills of Ben Rinnes with spectacular views from every window. It is truly unique, magical and architecturally designed to provide a fun and nurturing escape from the pressures of daily life. Likened to a giant hug. it's a place that once you enter, you can't help but smile! The space Our pet and family-friendly Hideaway was created as a unique holiday home with a close connection to the natural world. Multi-award-winning for its environmental credentials, it was built to invoke total relaxation with its round shape, use of natural materials, and open-plan design to bring families and friends effortlessly together under a spectacular roof dome. It can comfortably accommodate up to four people in two quirky bunk beds and a quaint double bedroom, It has a spacious shower room with additional storage, instant hot water, and a flushing toilet. You are welcomed with a healthy treat, and we supply firewood, towels, cruelty-free soaps & cleaning products, cooking basics and various fairtrade beverages​. For dogs, we provide a treat, 2 bowls, and a towel. We are family-friendly and keep our prices the same all year round as we think high prices during school holidays are tough and unfair for those of us with children. We pay particular attention to details and have added special touches throughout for your comfort, and pride ourselves on being inclusive and accessible. Should you have any special needs or requirements, we will do our best to make any reasonable adjustments to accommodate them. For inside entertainment, we have provided free unlimited wifi, a Bluetooth speaker, and a large selection of books, games, jigsaw puzzles, and soft and wooden toys, including giant Jenga. If you want a technology-free break, simply switch the wifi off or ask us to remove it. Set in 3 acres of lush greenery, at the foothills of Ben Rinnes, Moray's highest mountain, there are stunning views from every window. You have your own private garden with BBQ, picnic tables and outdoor games, and full access to the wider garden, which includes wide-open spaces to run and play including a sensory play den, a quirky seesaw, a fire pit, and our Garden of Eat’n where you can pick your own organic, fresh and seasonal produce for dinner. You can experience the total lack of air, noise, and light pollution and even enjoy a spot of stargazing with our Dobsonian telescope. You are surrounded by wildlife and may spot a few passing deer, a multitude of birds, or even an otter swimming down the stream. Be prepared to be amazed! Venture down to the bottom of the garden where you will discover a totally private and enchanting Fairy Glen with a bubbling brook, mini waterfalls, hidden fairies, a troll guarding the bridge, a witches hut with an outdoor play kitchen, and magical fairy pools for those brave enough to take a refreshing dip! Discover the tyre swing over the stream, or simply enjoy the freedom to run, play, and explore the beauty of the natural surroundings. Spending time in nature is proven to be good for you and it's easy to do when you are immersed in and surrounded by so much natural beauty and wildlife. Enjoy the peace and tranquility under our vast dark skies, toast marshmallows by the fire pit with a cup of hot chocolate or a wee dram of Speyside whisky. Feed your soul and nourish your body, we all need it! We have always cleaned to a very high standard and are totally committed to continuing to do so to ensure your safety and wellbeing. We do our very best to keep our place spotless for you to relax and enjoy time-out from the pressures of daily life. We are also a highly ethical business, investing our profits back into creating a very special place for our guests' comfort and enjoyment, donating nights for auctions to raise cash for local charities, and running an extremely environmentally kind and multiple award-winning business. At Hideaway Under the Stars, you can feel confident that you are taking a Green Tourism Gold standard holiday and are doing your bit to support sustainable tourism. Guest access There is a large parking area with your own private parking space. Aberlour is the closest village, a 5-minute drive or a 45-minute walk away. It has a great selection of cafes, restaurants and shops, including a co-op supermarket, a delicatessen, and an award-winning butcher. There's a newsagent, an art gallery, and craft, whisky and hardware shops with almost everything you can think of, or may need on a relaxing holiday! Elgin is the closest city, around 40 mins drive and from there it's only a short hop to the stunning Moray coast line with miles of rugged beaches, crystal clear water and hidden caves to explore. Our neighbours the Highlands and Aberdeenshire are within an hour's drive. There's so much to see and do, including the spectacular Cairngorm mountains, you will never get bored! Other things to note The house is a natural home and you will find a manual with information about its build as well as instructions on how to use the facilities provided when you arrive as well as things to do in the local area. We recommend that you bring slippers or thick socks to wear inside in the winter months (Oct-May) as the earthen floor can be cool underfoot for some people. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Wheelchair-accessible parking available ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Hob - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Wood stove ### Entertainment - Books - Games ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - Up to 23 kg per pet ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Accessible parking space - Single level property - Smooth flooring in public areas - Stair-free path to entrance - Well-lit path to entrance - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In a village - In the mountains - On a river ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Rafting nearby - Rock climbing nearby - Spelunking nearby - Theme park nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - 100% renewable energy - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Composting - Comprehensive food waste policy - Comprehensive recycling policy - Double-glazed windows - Eco-friendly cleaning products used - Eco-friendly toiletries - Garden - Humane treatment of captive wild animals - Solar energy - Water-efficient toilets ## Similar properties ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1470000/1469400/1469374/343c6a4a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Loch Ness Country House Hotel Inverness - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Breakfast available 9.2 Wonderful 425 reviews £290 includes taxes & fees 4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026 [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-04&endDate=2026-01-05&selected=1469374&PinnedHotelID=1469374&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 2 total (up to 23 kg per pet) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=57.440334,-3.223499&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:eur%7DIzqtR%3F%5D%3F%5B%40%5D%3F%5B%40%5D%40%5B%3F%5D%40%5BB%5D%40%5B%40%5DB%5BB%5BB%5BB%5B%40%5BD%5BB%5BD%5BB%5BDYD%5BD%5BDYDYFYDYFYDYHYDWHYFWFWFWHWHWFUHWHUHUHUJUHSJUHSJSJSJSJQJQJQJQJQLOJQLOLMJOLOLMLMLKJMNKLKLKLKNILILINILGNGLGNGNELENELENCNCNCNCLANANANAN%3FN%3FN%3FL%3FN%40N%40N%40N%40NBLBNBNBLDNDNDLDNFNFLFLHNFLHNHLHLJLJNJLJLLLJJLLNLLLNLLJNJPLNJPLPJPHPJRLPHRJRHRJTHRJTHTHTHTHVHTFVHVFVHVFVFXFVFXDXFXFXDXDXFZDXBZDXDZBZDZBZBZBZBZ%40ZB%5C%40ZBZ%40%5C%40Z%40%5C%3FZ%40%5C%40Z%3F%5C%3FZ%3F%5C%3FZ%3F%5C%3F%5CAZA%5C%3FZA%5CAZA%5CCZAZC%5CAZCZCZCZCZEZCZEZEXCZEXGZEXEXGXGXEXGVGXGVGXIVGVIVGVITITIVITITKRITKRITKRIRMPKRIPKPMPKPMNKNKNMNMNMLMLKLMLMLMJOJMJMHMJOHMHOFMHMFOFODMFODODMBODOBMBOBO%40O%40O%40O%40M%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FOAOAOAMAOCOCOCOEMCOEMEOGOEMGOGMIOGMIMIOKMIMKMKOKKMMMMMMMMMKOMOMOKOMOKQKQKQKQKSKQKSKSISKUISKUIUIUIUIWGUIWIWGWGWGWIYEWIYEYGYEYGYEYE%5BEYE%5BEYC%5BE%5BC%5BE%5BA%5BC%5BC%5BC%5BC%5DA%5BA%5BC%5DA%5B%3F%5DA%5BA%5D%3F%5BA%5D%3F%5D%3F%5B&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Dbmw10Z9sC0nld_OAUF0bnZz20s=) Moray #### What's nearby - GlenAllachie Distillery \- 5 min drive \- 1.6 miles - Aberlour Distillery \- 7 min drive \- 2.2 miles - Macallan Distillery \- 12 min drive \- 5.5 miles - Speyside Cooperage \- 13 min drive \- 7.3 miles - Cairngorms National Park \- 23 min drive \- 17.2 miles #### Getting around - Keith and Dufftown Railway - 15 min drive - Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) - 83 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪The Gatherin Cafe - ‬8 min drive - ‪Spey Inn At Craigellachie Hotel - ‬11 min drive - ‪The Maltings - ‬17 min drive - ‪The Highlander Inn - ‬11 min drive - ‪The Coffee Pot - ‬16 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Hideaway Under the Stars pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Hideaway Under the Stars? ### What time is check-in at Hideaway Under the Stars? ### What time is check-out at Hideaway Under the Stars? ### Where is Hideaway Under the Stars located? ## Have a question? 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