Gulabin Lodge nestles beneath the mighty Ben Gulabin in the south of the Cairngorms National Park. The property offers stunning views of the glen and surrounding mountains. Our ultra-low carbon biomass boiler provides underfloor heating to both floors and ample hot water. Our shared shower and toilet facilities are bright, clean and well-maintained. Guests can choose to relax either in the cozy or the larger lounge. Both have stone walls, beamed ceilings and working fireplaces. Seasoned wood can be purchased on-site for those who would like to light a fire. Outside there is a raised terrace where guests can relax and enjoy a drink. The self-catering communal kitchen is a great space in which to create a hearty meal. The dining room offers comfortable seating and wonderful views of Gulabin's grounds with the hills beyond. Please bring all your food and provisions with you. The nearest shops are 30 minutes' drive from us. Guests coming from the south tend to stop off in Blairgowrie (large Tesco), while those coming from the north use the the Co-op stores in Ballater or Braemar. We keep a small range of home-cooked frozen meals for sale, but these are subject to availability, so please contact us for more information. There is plenty of excellent walking on our doorstep, ranging from near-flat circuits in the beautiful surroundings of the glen through to steep climbs that afford grand views into the high mountains. We are on the Cateran Trail, a 52-mile circular walk and we welcome overnight stayers who are completing the hike. Glenshee Ski Center is just a 10-minute drive and offers ski equipment hire. The Glenshee Ski School offers lessons for the beginner and the more experienced skier. In summer, the Glenshee chairlift offers visitors the chance to experience the high mountains without all the hard work.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
2 twin beds
or
1 bunk bed
4 bunk beds
1 twin bed
and
1 full bed
and
1 bunk bed
1 full bed
Bedroom 1:
1 twin bed
and
1 full bed
and
1 bunk bed
Bedroom 2:
1 twin bed
and
1 full bed
and
1 bunk bed
Bedroom 3:
2 twin beds
and
2 bunk beds
Bedroom 4:
1 twin bed
and
1 full bed
and
1 bunk bed
Bedroom 5:
2 bunk beds
Bedroom 6:
2 twin beds
Bedroom 7:
1 bunk bed
Bedroom 8:
3 bunk beds
Bedroom 9:
3 bunk beds
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No credit card needed. All options are bookable without a credit card.

Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.6
Facilities
8.8
Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
8.9
Value for money
8.8
Location
9.5
Free WiFi
6.9
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  • Anna
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Fantastic facilities, charming house, beautiful surroundings and very helpful and friendly hosts making you feel at home. The house is charming, has two lounge areas with real fireplaces, well equipped kitchen, big dinning area and an outdoor...
  • A
    Annie
    United States of America United States of America
    Rustic and quiet. Loved no wifi. Our room had a sleeping loft that was so cozy
  • Duderaj
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Spacious Lodge with all facilities required to holiday with family

Area info

Amenities of Gulabin Lodge
Great facilities! Review score, 8.8

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
  • Shared toilet
  • Shared bathroom
Bedroom
  • Linens
View
  • Mountain view
  • Garden view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Ski
  • Ski rental on site
  • Ski school
    Additional charge
  • Ski storage
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Activities
  • Archery
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
  • Skiing
  • Fishing
    Additional charge
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
Internet
WiFi is available in some rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Grocery deliveries
    Additional charge
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • French

House rules

Gulabin Lodge takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Check-out

From 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 2 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 1 years
Crib upon request
Free

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 25

Pets

Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.

Cash only

This property only accepts cash payments.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that all linens and beddings are included, towels are available at an extra cost of GBP £5 per towel.

The property do not accept American Express cards for deposits or balance payments.

Please inform Gulabin Lodge of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

This property indicated that it doesn't require a short-term rental license or registration

FAQs about Gulabin Lodge

  • Room options at Gulabin Lodge include:

    • Twin
    • Quad
    • Family
    • Dorm Room
    • Double
    • Vacation Home

  • Gulabin Lodge offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Skiing
    • Fishing
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Archery

  • Yes, Gulabin Lodge is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Gulabin Lodge is 1.1 miles from the center of Glenshee. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at Gulabin Lodge may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Check-in at Gulabin Lodge is from 4:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.