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Dog-friendly glamping in Muir of Dinnet National Nature Reserve

Some of the prettiest woodland in Scotland’s northeast lies in the Muir of Dinnet National Nature Reserve. Within the Cairngorms National Park, the reserve is a beautiful blend of wetlands, heath, moors and woods. It’s also a great place for wildlife spotting—more than 140 bird species have been seen here and otters are also a fairly common sight. A stroll through the landscape brings you to Loch Kinord, where you may see breeding and wintering birds, and to the remarkable Burn O’Vat, a granite cauldron-shaped pothole—standing inside and listening to the water echo is an out-of-the-ordinary experience. While there is no campsite in the nature reserve, caravan sites can be found just 10 minutes away.

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Welcome to Organic Welltree's beautiful eco-friendly yurts. Looking for a place to stay in the heart of Scotland, Perthshire for that perfect organic, vegetarian or vegan holiday? Come and enjoy our unique rooms in Scottish design or try luxury glamping and back-to-nature living in our well equipped yurts like a Home from home no matter where you’re from, a place to relax, enjoy nature and escape from the city.

Bankhead Croft

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Reconnect with nature at this unforgettable escape. Nestled in the tranquil rolling foothills of the Cairngorms in beautiful northeast Scotland is this tastefully renovated 1979 Airstream Argosy. Unwind in the peaceful landscape of Aberdeenshire where you can enjoy hiking and cycling trails straight from your door, relax on one of the two big decks or lounge in the hammocks. Surrounded by fields and woodland and situated off the beaten tourist track, this is a perfect place to truly kick back.

Some of the prettiest woodland in Scotland’s northeast lies in the Muir of Dinnet National Nature Reserve. Within the Cairngorms National Park, the reserve is a beautiful blend of wetlands, heath, moors and woods. It’s also a great place for wildlife spotting—more than 140 bird species have been seen here and otters are also a fairly common sight. A stroll through the landscape brings you to Loch Kinord, where you may see breeding and wintering birds, and to the remarkable Burn O’Vat, a granite cauldron-shaped pothole—standing inside and listening to the water echo is an out-of-the-ordinary experience. While there is no campsite in the nature reserve, caravan sites can be found just 10 minutes away.

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Top-rated campgrounds

Organic Welltree

1. Organic Welltree

2 units · Glamping · England

Welcome to Organic Welltree's beautiful eco-friendly yurts. Looking for a place to stay in the heart of Scotland, Perthshire for that perfect organic, vegetarian or vegan holiday? Come and enjoy our unique rooms in Scottish design or try luxury glamping and back-to-nature living in our well equipped yurts like a Home from home no matter where you’re from, a place to relax, enjoy nature and escape from the city.

Bankhead Croft

2. Bankhead Croft

14 units · Tents, Glamping · Gamrie, Scotland

I am a ten acre Croft. I have an on-site cafe. I rescue animals which surround the property. We are two miles from Gardenstown seaside. I offer camping, glamping B&B, and tiny home, cabins. Many properties have hot tubs and are set alone. It’s a quiet area and for those who want to chill on the countryside.

Mondhuie Chalets

3. Mondhuie Chalets

1 unit · Glamping · 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

Glamping Bothy

4. Glamping Bothy

1 unit · Glamping · Inverurie, Aberdeenshire, Central Scotland

An upmarket bothy in the grounds of a 12th-century Aberdeenshire castle

Aberdeenshire Airstream

5. Aberdeenshire Airstream

1 unit · Glamping · Scotland

Reconnect with nature at this unforgettable escape. Nestled in the tranquil rolling foothills of the Cairngorms in beautiful northeast Scotland is this tastefully renovated 1979 Airstream Argosy. Unwind in the peaceful landscape of Aberdeenshire where you can enjoy hiking and cycling trails straight from your door, relax on one of the two big decks or lounge in the hammocks. Surrounded by fields and woodland and situated off the beaten tourist track, this is a perfect place to truly kick back.

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We had a fantastic stay at Organic Welltree in the Bramble yurt. Lovely people, lovely setting and very nice accommodation. If you’re looking for a weekend escape this is a great, affordable option. We’ll definitely visit again.

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I loved my 4 night break in the Bramble Yurt. The yurt was clean and cosy. I did have the stove burner on due to the weather being so good. The bathroom shed was clean and fresh. The fridge was a god send considering the temperature reach a high of 27 degrees. I had a relaxing time sitting in the fresh air watching the wild life and the world go by. I would highly recommend Organic Welltree. I shall definitely go back. I wish to thanks them for my time at Kirkland.

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Bankhead Croft

14 units · Tents, Glamping · Gamrie, Scotland

I am a ten acre Croft. I have an on-site cafe. I rescue animals which surround the property. We are two miles from Gardenstown seaside. I offer camping, glamping B&B, and tiny home, cabins. Many properties have hot tubs and are set alone. It’s a quiet area and for those who want to chill on the countryside.

Aberdeenshire Airstream

1 unit · Glamping · Scotland

Reconnect with nature at this unforgettable escape. Nestled in the tranquil rolling foothills of the Cairngorms in beautiful northeast Scotland is this tastefully renovated 1979 Airstream Argosy. Unwind in the peaceful landscape of Aberdeenshire where you can enjoy hiking and cycling trails straight from your door, relax on one of the two big decks or lounge in the hammocks. Surrounded by fields and woodland and situated off the beaten tourist track, this is a perfect place to truly kick back.

Organic Welltree

2 units · Glamping · England

Welcome to Organic Welltree's beautiful eco-friendly yurts. Looking for a place to stay in the heart of Scotland, Perthshire for that perfect organic, vegetarian or vegan holiday? Come and enjoy our unique rooms in Scottish design or try luxury glamping and back-to-nature living in our well equipped yurts like a Home from home no matter where you’re from, a place to relax, enjoy nature and escape from the city.

Glamping Bothy

1 unit · Glamping · Inverurie, Aberdeenshire, Central Scotland

An upmarket bothy in the grounds of a 12th-century Aberdeenshire castle

Mondhuie Chalets

1 unit · Glamping · 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

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Dog-friendly glamping in Muir of Dinnet National Nature Reserve guide

When to go

Spring and winter are the best times to visit for birdwatching. In spring, summer visitors, such as swallows and willow warblers, return from their winter homes while in winter you may see flocks of finches, tufted ducks, greylag geese, goldeneyes and the occasional otter. However, the reserve is a year-round attraction. Ospreys are sometimes spotted in summer and, in autumn, the landscape blazes with rich colors. Note that the visitor center is usually closed for a few weeks over Christmas and New Year.

Know before you go

This nature reserve is important for wildlife so visitors should visit responsibly, following the Scottish Outdoor Access Code. Be especially careful around breeding birds on the lochs from April through July
You’ll find panels in the Visitor Centre that provide details about how the different elements of the reserve evolved, from the glaciers that carved the landscape to the formation of lochs and bogs.
The closest bus stop is in Dinnit, four miles (6.5 kilometres) away.
Trails are clearly marked and depart from the car park

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