Best Log Cabins in Creag Meagaidh National Nature Reserve

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Creag Meagaidh National Nature Reserve

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11 top cabins sites in Creag Meagaidh National Nature Reserve

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Culdees Castle Estate Glamping

5 units · Glamping, Motorhomes17 acres · Perthshire , Scotland

Luxury woodland cabins, each with a private hot tub, in the grounds of a Scottish castle

The Charcoal Huts - Isle of Bute

2 units · Glamping8 acres · Scotland

Our Huts are located within the Moss Wood area of Bute Forest - a mixed birch and alder wood that extends up the hillside to the west of the A886 that connects the Rhubodach Ferry to Port Bannatyne and Rothesay. Moss Wood has a range of facilities. Park on the shore-side where the coast can be enjoyed or at the main entrance, and take a walk up through Moss Wood along the Poetry Trail. A steep walk in places, the Poetry Trail is a loop punctuated with places to stop and read, to stop and think. Read nature poetry from throughout the ages, stop at the Blether Stane, or taking the spur to the Viewing Point back south across the Kyles. Moss Wood connects to the West Island Way – take the Poetry Trail and the spur to the Viewing Point – and then take the Stag’s Trod further up (steeply) till you reach the West Island Way. From there, head south towards Port Bannatyne or north along the boundary of the Community Forest. From the viewing point, you can also explore interesting heritage features such as the old WW2 bunker, kayak shelter, Balnakailly settlement, and the SSSI oak woodland.

Glen Dye Cabins and Cottages

4 units · Glamping, Tents15000 acres · Banchory, Scotland

Garden Camp at Glen Dye offers stays in our Vintage Showman's Caravan, our Keeper's Hut and two bring your own tent pitches. The Showman's Caravan sleeps 2 in a double bed and the Keeper's Hut also sleeps two in a king size bed. All these options share an outdoor kitchen and a heated washhouse.

Muiredge

8 units · Glamping1 acre · Perth and Kinross, Central Scotland

Rural glamping in a converted railway carriage, shepherd's hut, or bell tent in blissful Scotland

Craigmarloch Lodge

1 unit · Glamping1 acre · Glasgow, Scotland

A high-end glamping cabin with a hot tub on the edge of the Highlands

Wee Blue Dream log cabin

1 unit · Glamping1 acre · Pitlochry, Perth and Kinross, Central Scotland

A cosy log cabin in the heart of Scotland, with uninterrupted mountain views and pubs within walking distance

Sanday Cabin

1 unit · Glamping1 acre · Sandy, Scotland

The Sanday Cabin is an open plan space with a lovely French style double bed (separate toilet / shower room) that sits at the top of a croft on the Isle of Sanday, right next door to Canna. The cabin has views out over the bay of Canna harbour to the Cuillins of Skye and across to the Isle of Rum. You can even see the famous Sanday Puffin Stacks from the cabin and take a stroll along the Puffin Trail. The cabin has its own decking area and a wooden fenced garden area - so you can enjoy looking at cows without them getting too close! Fully equipped kitchen, all linen towels provided and luggage transport provided.

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The Nest at Loch Lomond

1 unit · Glamping5 acres · Stirling and Falkirk, Central Scotland

This modern space can sleep up to 4. The Nest sits at the top of a 5 acre field. It has a full kitchen, smart TV and dining area. Views overlooking Loch Lomond. We are the perfect base for your adventures- so many hiking and mountain biking routes directly from The Nest. Covered veranda with outdoor seating with Bluetooth surround sound to enjoy your sundowners!

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St Conan's Escape

4 units · Glamping4 acres · Dalmally, Scotland

Dog-friendly lodges on a Scottish mountainside with incredible loch views

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The Pigsty

1 unit · Glamping130 acres · Crieff, Scotland

High-end glamping on the farm in Perthshire

Mondhuie Chalets

1 unit · Glamping1 acre · Nethy Bridge, Scotland

Just under an acre, close to Ancient Caledonia Forest , on the Speyside Way (which runs from Elgin to the South) Garden space for pets, kids and a run around! Our house and 2 Chalets (1 sleeps 5, 1 ideal for 2 or small family) are on the property. Not fully fenced from road. On the outskirts of NethyBridge. Private driveway, and car park

Cabins in Creag Meagaidh National Nature Reserve guide

Overview

On the irresistible northern shores of Loch Laggan, home to Britain’s largest inland beach, this nature reserve is chock full of beauty. Hill walkers and nature lovers alike will love visiting Creag Meagaidh, whether sticking to the waymarked trails of the lower slopes, or when venturing farther inland to the hidden lochans and tumbledown cliffs of bowl-shaped Coire Ardair. You can explore the impressive ridges and summit of the 1,130-metre Creag Meagaidh itself, or scout the landscape with binoculars for black grouse, mountain hare, badger, pine marten or red deer. In winter, those looking for white-knuckle thrills can tackle some of the best ice climbing routes in Britain, while it’s all change in summer: out go the peak workouts and ice picks, in come the ptarmigans, peregrines and picnics.

Notable campgrounds

Best for early risers: Overnight parking is allowed at the large Creag Meagaidh

National Nature Reserve car park. Toilets are a short walk away, but there are no facilities.

Tips for snagging a campsite

Advance booking by at least a few weeks is recommended for all campgrounds, particularly for those close to ever-popular Fort William or the Cairngorms.
Summer sees Creag Meagaidh at its busiest with motorhomes and RVs. Consider travelling in the shoulder seasons, between May and June, or as the autumn leaves begin to fall in September or October.
Campsite opening hours and check-in times vary. Call ahead if you might arrive later than planned.

When to go

In short, all-year round. Summer brings in the more intrepid day-trippers from the Cairngorms National Park, while heavy winter snowfalls welcome local ski tourers and mountaineers from across Britain keen to test themselves on some of Scotland’s hardest ice climbs. The reserve’s wildlife also varies dramatically throughout the year. Snow bunting and dotterel congregate in winter, keeping the mountain hare company, while in the summer, you’ll see goldfinches, deer and high-flying eagles. Conservation work is ongoing year-round, with trees being brought back to life on the mountain’s rounded shoulders.

Know before you go

Halfway along the A86 between the sleepy towns of Newtonmore and Spean Bridge, the nature reserve is remote in the best possible sense. Take all provisions with you.
Public transport options are limited in this part of Inverness-shire. The nearest train stations are at Newtonmore or Tulloch, an 11km hike or bike away.
The weather around Creag Meagaidh is notoriously fickle, with blue skies known to change quickly to thick mist and lashing rain. Take warm and waterproof clothes, food, water, a compass and map. If heading to Coire Ardair or farther in winter, be wary of avalanche reports.