Activity category: On the estate

Fresh from the Estate

Fresh from the Estate

Guests are warmly invited to stroll through our orchard and pick apples straight from the tree, enjoying the freshest flavours nature has to offer. Our resident gardener, Ron, carefully cultivates a variety of seasonal vegetables, all grown with care right…

Winter 2025

Fae Bothy

Fae Bothy

Take a peaceful sunrise walk or a starlit evening stroll to our Fae Bothy, a secluded hillside retreat nestled in the hills of the Cairngorms. Upon arrival, settle by the warmth of a crackling fire and enjoy either a hearty…

Winter 2025

Champagne Picnic Gorge Walk

Champagne Picnic Gorge Walk

Embark on a guided nature walk to a breathtaking hidden gorge, tucked among rolling heather moorland and alive with wildlife. On arrival, unwind in a scenic spot where a luxury hamper awaits, filled with locally sourced delicacies and a chilled…

Winter 2025

Wildlife Watching

Wildlife Watching

One of the great pleasures of staying within a conservation estate in a national park is the abundance of wildlife and the opportunity to observe its growing diversity over time. From your cottage or lodge garden, you’re likely to spot…

Winter 2024

Hiking

Hiking

The estate encompasses a rich variety of landscapes, from towering mountains and steep-sided glens to heathlands and forestry, each providing a distinct habitat for wildlife. Exploring Dorback on foot is one of the best ways to fully immerse yourself in…

Winter 2024