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abundant breathtaking scenery from the doorstep or take in the new
Cairngorm National Park. Various munro's are within easy reach for
the serious hiker whilst the less energetic can simply admire the
abundance of flora and fauna which adorns the hillsides on the many
gentle rambles in the area. Tennis and Mountain Biking are available
locally. Fishing for brown trout and salmon is available on local
Lochs and on the waters of the River Shee, Blackwater, Ericht and
Glenlochsie Burn. In the neighbouring glen of Glenisla you'll find
pony trekking, a health spa and water fun on a purpose built loch. |
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 Touring:
Glenshee is an ideal touring base for Royal Deeside with the Queens
special retreat at Balmoral Castle open to visitors when the Royals
are not in residence. Steep yourself in history and visit Dunkeld
( ancient capital of Scotland) or one of the many well known castles
in the area including Blair, Glamis and Scone Palace, all within one
hour's drive. |
Attractions:
Visit the interesting towns of Pitlochry and Braemar with their woollen
shops and souvenirs. Follow the whisky trail beginning with Edradour
the smallest distillery in Scotland, located outside Pitlochry to
Dalwhinnie and Lochnagar in the North. Place the first Sunday of September
in your diary for a visit to the Braemar Highland Games and enjoy
the tug of war, tossing the caber and Scottish dancing alongside the
Royal Party. |
Golfing:
The golf enthusiast is spoilt for choice from the delighful 9 hole
course next door on Dalmunzie Estate, the highest Northern Scotland.
Other attractive courses nearby include: Braemar, Ballater, Aboyne,
Pitlochry, Kirriemuir, Blairgowrie ( Rosemount and Lansdowne) and
Alyth, all within 45 minutes drive. Championship courses at Carnoustie,
St Andrews and Gleneagles are located to the south, one hour away. |
Local History:
Glenshee has been home to numerous clans for hundreds of years. Stories
handed down through the centuries talk of Campbell's, the Clan MacThomas,
traders, raiders, farmers, Kings and villains. Visit stones and cairns
locally and relive the glen's vivid past. |
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We are ideally situated only 6 miles from the
slopes of Glenshee Ski Centre, which boasts the largest network
of ski lifts and tows in Britain.
40km of piste cover 3 valleys and 4 mountains. A wide variety
of runs for skiers and snowboardersof all abilities is offered
and artificial snowmaking facilities add that extra assurance
of snow. |
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Local Pubs:
All the Hotels below serve food however please do check with them
for opening hours and food serving times as these can vary.
* The Spittal of Glenshee Hotel located at the bottom of Glenbeag
Mountain Lodges driveway.
* The Dalmunzie Hotel (www.dalmunzie.com)
located 1 ½ miles away, the driveway entrance is next to
the Glenbeag Mountain Lodges entrance.
The following Hotels are located in the area a 20 minute drive away
from the Log Cabins:
* The Bridge of Cally Hotel
* The Glenisla Hotel
* The Strathardle Hotel (Kirkmicheal)
* The Kirkmicheal Hotel
    
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