Historic holiday home with courtyard views

Historic Charm: Brylach Steading in Aberlour offers a holiday home experience within a historic building. Guests enjoy a private garden and free WiFi, perfect for relaxation. Comfortable Amenities: The property features a private check-in and check-out service, an outdoor fireplace, and an outdoor seating area. Additional amenities include a picnic area, washing machine, and free on-site private parking. Local Attractions: Located 7.5 mi from Elgin Cathedral and 24 mi from Huntly Castle, Brylach Steading provides easy access to nearby attractions. Skiing and cycling activities are available for outdoor enthusiasts. Guest Satisfaction: Highly rated by guests, Brylach Steading is praised for its friendly host, convenient location, and comfortable rooms.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

  • Free Private Parking Available On Site


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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Melissa
    United States United States
    It was absolutely stunning! Sharon has done a wonderful job inside the cottage, it is so warm and inviting! Sharon was the most wonderful host and helped us with anything we needed! Can’t wait to come back!
  • Jason
    United States United States
    Brylach Steading is an incredibly comfortable place to stay, with gorgeous grounds and views, and a location that makes it easy to travel to any of the main sights in Speyside. Sharon, the host, is so kind, and is helping send me an item that I...
  • Christopher
    Canada Canada
    Clean, good water pressure, on-site washing machine, living/dining/washroom/kitchen on the same floor, historic property, secluded, quiet, spectacular surroundings, very personable owners.
  • Christa
    United States United States
    It was a nice location. Very quiet. The host was very friendly and helpful. The weather was cool and rainy, and there was a fireplace that we were able to build a fire in. We had several lovely evenings by the fire. I would definitely stay here...
  • Brian
    United States United States
    This was a self service lodging (self catering) located in the countryside with full apartment amenities. The view of the local manor home and the Glen outside our front window were unrivaled. This is very convenient for those looking to travel...
  • Judy
    United States United States
    Brylach Steading is a fairytale setting that allows you to settle into the ancient Scottish Energies within a delightfully comfortable modern apartment. Sharon and Kevin are lovely hosts full of kindness and helpful advice. The location is PERFECT...
  • Dana
    United States United States
    Sharing was a wonderful host. Nice accommodations and very helpful.
  • Clare
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Perfect location beautiful scenery and very friendly hosts. We could not fault this place.
  • Stacy
    United States United States
    Amazing place, wished we could have stayed longer.
  • Bailey
    United States United States
    The property was the in the perfect location for everything we wanted to do in Speyside. Sharen was a very gracious host and gave us some wonderful recommendations. The place was very cozy and had everything we needed for the perfect stay!

Hosted by Sharon Rayward

9.9
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Sharon Rayward
The Bothy is a one bedroom cottage and The Hayloft is a one bedroom apartment both of which form part of the original Carriage Houses and Stables for the nearby Glen of Rothes House and dates back to 1873. Centered around an impressive courtyard with spectacular views of the surrounding countryside of beautiful Speyside. A real gem, a perfect hideaway, retreat or a base to partake in the abundance of activities and pursuits that are on the doorstep. No stay would be complete without a visit to at least one or two of the many world famous Distilleries of Speyside. Both properties are beautifully decorated with luxury touches and have everything that you could wish for a comfortable stay.
My husband and I enjoy the many outdoor activities that are on the doorstep here at Brylach. We mountain bike, rock climb, snowboard, hill walk, kayak, paddleboard, surf...but to name a few! We love our Springer spaniel Ghillie who equally loves living in this fantastic area as he joins in with all of our activities...our other hobbies are eating and drinking and oh boy are we spoilt for choice here in Moray.
Brylach Steading is under and hours drive to Inverness, the Capital of the Highlands, an impressive small city with a relaxed vibe. Approx 90 minutes in the opposite direction takes you to the bustling city of Aberdeen. Within striking distance from Brylach you can find amazing beaches, walking paths, nature reserves, Cairngorms National Park, water sports, rock climbing, golfing, mountain biking, fishing lakes and river fishing plus world famous Malt distilleries in abundance. For those looking for a more leisurely pace there are beautiful Loch walks, restaurants, castles and natural wildlife and scope for total relaxation.
Language spoken: English

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House rules

Brylach Steading takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
Available 24 hours
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Check what conditions apply to each option when making your selection.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
Free

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There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Payments by Booking.com
Booking.com takes your payment for this stay on behalf of the property, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Brylach Steading 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.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Coronavirus (COVID-19) PCR tests are available at this property at no extra charge for those exhibiting symptoms consistent with the virus and have been confirmed by an accredited doctor.

License number: D