The
Woodsman’s Hut

Off-Grid with 12 Volt Lighting & Powerbank

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Sleeps 2

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Stay in the Woodman’s Hut

Nestled in centuries-old Scots Pine Forest of Cairngorms National Park, the award-winning Woodman’s offgrid hut is a romantic hideaway crafted from its surroundings.

Lounge in the breathtaking landscape that unfolds before you; a vast moorland providing the foreground to the majestic uninterrupted Cairngorm Mountain Northern Corries and Ryvoan Pass winding its way to Rothiemurchus Estate and Aviemore. Luxurious and laid back, this fully off-grid retreat is for couples who want to relax, recharge and reconnect.

To unwind and relax a little more, fire up the Fhuarain sauna down by the pond, or see what’s on in the Well Being Studio.

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Absolutely delightful and a perfect escape from the world. Wish we could have hidden away a bit longer. Thank you for taking such good care of us and for dreaming up and providing such an incredible little sanctuary.

Kim & Ed

March 2024

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Facilities & Amenities

KITCHEN

HEATING

A bath and shower.
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BATHROOM

SLEEPING

Bush shower
Compost loo
Linens, towels

Sleeps up to 2
Hebridean box-bed

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Wood-burning stove
Unlimited firewood
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Self-catering
Gas cooker
Stream cooler box
Larder essentials

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Wi-Fi
Electricity

ENTERTAINMENT

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Radio
Games
Books

ELECTRICITY

Key Information

Check-in
4pm-10pm

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Check-out
10am

HOW WE WORK

  • Quiet hours from 10pm-8am

  • No smoking

  • No pets, sorry

  • Self-catering; groceries from Nethy Store, The Dell Grocer, Balliefurth Farm Shop and the Co-Op.

  • Now that the Scottish grid is overwhelmingly renewable, background heat comes from green and smoke-free storage heaters. There’s nothing quite like a wood stove though, so we provide firewood too.

  • We recommend packing a head torch, sturdy footwear and easily carried luggage is advised.

FIND YOUR OWN ADVENTURE

This is your place. Find your hut and explore.

The Lazy Duck is not ‘hosted’ like a hotel is, it’s different. Roger and his family may be around, or we may be away. If this is your first time here, we’ve made it easy to find your feet and you’ll receive a self check-in video before you arrive.

PAYMENT & CANCELLATION

A 50% deposit secures your stay, with the balance due one month before your arrival.

If your plans have to change, please let us know as soon as you can. We can only refund payment if we are able to re-let your booking, but we will do our best to promote it on our website and on the socials.

Travel insurance is a good idea too.

Where to find us

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The Lazy Duck


Nethy Bridge

Inverness-shire


PH25 3ED