Title: Drum Lodge - sleeps 15 guests in 7 bedrooms Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=121301558&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Drum Lodge - sleeps 15 guests in 7 bedrooms Cottage in Nethy Bridge with a sauna ## Photo gallery for Drum Lodge - sleeps 15 guests in 7 bedrooms ![Dining - Drum Lodge - sleeps 15 guests in 7 bedrooms (Nethybridge)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/122000000/121310000/121301600/121301558/03802373.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Drum Lodge - sleeps 15 guests in 7 bedrooms (Nethybridge)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/122000000/121310000/121301600/121301558/44505495.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fireplace - Drum Lodge - sleeps 15 guests in 7 bedrooms (Nethybridge)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/122000000/121310000/121301600/121301558/cc0e2f87.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fireplace - Drum Lodge - sleeps 15 guests in 7 bedrooms (Nethybridge)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/122000000/121310000/121301600/121301558/e5bc8bd9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Drum Lodge - sleeps 15 guests in 7 bedrooms (Nethybridge)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/122000000/121310000/121301600/121301558/6f6abc38.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Drum Lodge - sleeps 15 guests in 7 bedrooms provides a sauna and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 8.0 Very good ### Entire home 7 bedrooms7 bathrooms11 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi - Parking available - Fireplace ## 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. ### Drum Lodge - sleeps 15 guests in 7 bedrooms Tucked away on the peaceful Dorback Estate near Nethybridge, Drum Lodge is a spacious and luxurious conversion of a traditional stone steading transformed by renowned architect Lachlan Stewart and later refurbished in Summer 2025\. With seven bedrooms, generous living spaces and views across the Dorback Burn and surrounding Cairngorms, it offers the perfect blend of comfort, style and Highland charm, ideal for large families or groups of friends looking to reconnect in nature. Inside, the lodge feels welcoming and light-filled, with original features and thoughtful modern touches throughout. You are greeted by a large entrance hall, perfect for shaking off muddy boots after a day exploring the estate. The heart of the house is the open-plan living and dining area, a warm and social space designed for slow evenings and shared meals. A grand bow window embraces the landscape, its cushioned seats inviting you to linger over spectacular panoramic views of the Dorback Burn and Cairngorm Mountains beyond - an idyllic spot to savour morning coffee. The central fireplace is a striking feature, creating a cosy atmosphere that draws everyone together. Meals can be enjoyed at the large dining table, big enough for everyone to gather round in comfort whether it's a celebratory feast or a relaxed post-walk supper. Below this, a snug room offers an inviting place to curl up with a film or a book, complete with a TV, open fireplace, and even a hearth seat. There's also a handy office space, should you need a quiet moment or a quick check-in with the outside world. The well-equipped kitchen makes cooking a joy featuring a Rangemaster cooker, two dishwashers, a coffee machine, and plenty of space for prepping and chatting. The arched kitchen window frames a tranquil view of the burn, adding a touch of magic to every mealtime. French doors from both the living space and bedroom corridor open into a peaceful central courtyard, a unique feature that brings natural light into the heart of the house. With outdoor seating and suntrap warmth on calm days, it's perfect for a morning coffee or evening G&T. There is a fabulous sauna area, featuring a private, dedicated shower, which provides an indulgent retreat for relaxing and rejuvenating after a day on the trails. Drum Lodge comfortably sleeps up to 15 guests across seven bedrooms. A few steps down from the main living area on the ground floor, you'll find five bedrooms, three of which have stylish double sink en-suites. Two of the rooms on this floor offer floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the duck pond, a peaceful view to wake up to. A large family bathroom with bath, separate shower, and double sinks provides additional space for guests. Upstairs, you'll find a fun chill-out zone with TV and play space, perfect for younger guests along with two unique bedrooms, one with three custom-built cabin beds and en-suite and the other with two cabin beds and en-suite. While the space is designed with younger guests in mind, the custom-built beds are full-sized singles and can fit adults as well. Drum Lodge is set within well-maintained gardens that surround the house, offering stunning views of the Dorback Burn and the distant Cairngorm Mountains. A charming duck pond sits on the lawn, home to a few resident ducks, and it's not uncommon to spot red squirrels, deer, or birds of prey passing through. This is more than just a place to stay, it's a place to gather, unwind, and reconnect with the natural world. Whether you're exploring the wilds of the Cairngorms or simply enjoying the firelight with family and friends, this special Highland lodge invites you to slow down and stay awhile. Drum Lodge is designed to be bookable by families and family groups only. Please contact the Great North Lodges office for other groups and we can't accept bookings from stag or hen parties. Included: Linen & towels Starter pack of logs (2 baskets) Wifi Christmas decorations – Included for festive weeks Highchair & cot Rooms: Ground Floor: Kitchen – fully equipped including microwave, 2 dishwashers and coffee machine Living/dining room with log burner Snug with TV & Log burner Sauna with separate shower WC Utility Room - washing machine, tumble dryer Lower Ground Floor: Bedroom 1 – King with en-suite (shower over bath & twin sinks) and floor to ceiling windows Bedroom 2 – SuperKing with en-suite (bath & separate shower & twin sinks) Bedroom 3 – SuperKing with en-suite (shower over bath) Bedroom 4 – SuperKing Room with floor to ceiling windows Bedroom 5 - SuperKing Room Note, Bedrooms 3,4,& 5 can be made up as twin beds, please state at time of booking if twin beds are required Bathroom with bath and separate shower First Floor: Bedroom 6 – Custom cabin beds, 2 singles with en suite shower room Bedroom 7 – Custom cabin beds, 3 singles with en-suite shower room Living room with TV Dog friendly – up to 2 dogs welcome. The garden area is not enclosed therefore dogs must be kept under close control or on a lead Parking for 5 cars ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Sauna ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Bedrooms - 7 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 7 bathrooms ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - In a rural location ### 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 - Unit size: 11 square feet ## Similar properties ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114530000/114520500/114520434/12107ec5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sherramore Lodge - a lodge that sleeps 19 guests in 10 bedrooms Laggan - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-28&endDate=2026-01-29&selected=114520434&PinnedHotelID=114520434&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1810000/1802600/1802599/2d09c789.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Mansfield Castle Hotel Tain - Restaurant - Bar - Laundry room - Room service 8.8 Excellent 3 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-28&endDate=2026-01-29&selected=1802599&PinnedHotelID=1802599&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/41000000/40190000/40189700/40189634/3d18330e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Large 7-bedroom Scottish house sleeping up to 15 in beautiful Highlands setting Newtonmore - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.2 Wonderful 31 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-28&endDate=2026-01-29&selected=40189634&PinnedHotelID=40189634&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114100000/114092900/114092826/acb38689.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Glenspey Kingussie - Kitchen - Washing machine - Pet-friendly - Parking included £2,762 includes taxes & fees 18 Jan - 19 Jan [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-18&endDate=2026-01-19&selected=114092826&PinnedHotelID=114092826&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106400000/106392100/106392016/3f02e30f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Doune Luxury Highland House, hot tub, sleeps 12 Inverness - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer 10 Exceptional 11 reviews £549 includes taxes & fees 18 Jan - 19 Jan [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-18&endDate=2026-01-19&selected=106392016&PinnedHotelID=106392016&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9790000/9783800/9783722/0dee1c65.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Trafford Bank Guest House Dalneigh - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Games room - Housekeeping 10 Exceptional 343 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-28&endDate=2026-01-29&selected=9783722&PinnedHotelID=9783722&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83680000/83675100/83675058/e9e45282.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### AC Hotel by Marriott Inverness Inverness City Centre - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Air-conditioning 9.2 Wonderful 933 reviews £57 includes taxes & fees 18 Jan - 19 Jan [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-18&endDate=2026-01-19&selected=83675058&PinnedHotelID=83675058&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Minimum check-in age - 21 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 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 ### 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 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. ### Property is also known as 660434 ## About the area Located in Nethy Bridge, this cottage is in a rural area. Grantown Museum and Tomintoul & Glenlivet Discovery Centre & Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Abernethy Golf Club and Boat of Garten Golf Club. Landmark Forest Adventure Park and Strathspey Steam Railway are also worth visiting. 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Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Drum Lodge - sleeps 15 guests in 7 bedrooms Reviews ## Reviews ### Very good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 0 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### thomas p. 6 Jan 2026 #### A place to make memories Brilliant location in the foothills of the cairngorms. Great for a family holiday or gathering. It's was renovated and updated for an owner with plenty of money and the quality shows. Huge well equipped kitchen - even has an indoor bbq (which is tricky given the smoke detector) It was well prepared, nice package of local stuff to get us going - we had 11 adults and four teenagers (and 2 dogs) and there was enough room for us not to feel crowded. the central courtyard would be great in summer - we were there over Christmas with magical views from the living area of a frosty highland glen - telescope included. A few technical glitches but nothing serious - not cheap but memorable, photogenic and special. ##### thomas p. ---