Garlyne Brae

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Motorhome pitch overlooking trees
Motorhome pitch overlooking trees
Entrance
Views of the cairngorm national park
Hardstanding pitches
Motorhomes on the pitches
The motorhome site
Motorhome pitches
The hardstanding pitches
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Views of the cairngorm national park
Hardstanding pitches

  • Hardstanding motorhome pitches on a traditional working farm
  • In the Cairngorms National Park, five minutes’ drive from Nethy Bridge
  • Small and family-run, with Highland countryside views; dog-friendly
Motorhome pitches with views of the Highlands countryside and a peaceful, family-run base – sounds pretty spectacular, right? Even more so when those pitches are in the Cairngorms National Park and not too far from the Speyside Way. Garlyne Bae is a small, welcoming base for exploring Speyside and beyond. The fully-serviced hardstanding motorhome pitches all have 16-amp electric hook-up, water, wifi and parking beside the pitch. It doesn’t get much more convenient than that, unless you’re a dog owner, in which case it does; up to two dogs are welcome per pitch. Just remember that there are no toilets, showers or washing-up facilities on site, but there is a chemical disposal point for a small charge, so all guests must be fully self-contained. When you’re ready to explore the locale, begin by paying a visit to the local village, Nethy Bridge, which is a five-minute drive away. It has some splendid establishments, from the cosy hotel-pub serving filling meals and a small coffee shop to tennis courts and a bowling green where sporty types can get their fill. Pick up the essentials at the friendly grocery shop and then browse the locally reared meats and produce at the village butcher to put together a show-stopping barbecue back at your pitch. Garlyne Brae is in a quiet spot in the countryside, so it’s also a nice base for things like walking, wildlife watching and whisky-tasting (it is the Highlands, after all…). There are local woodland and riverside paths, and the famed Speyside Way is also nearby, handy for those who fancy following the river Spey through forest, moorland and whisky country.

Site type

Motorhome pitches 12
Open all year
Opens
Please note
  • This site has no on-site toilet and shower facilities.
  • At least one of the party members must be aged 18 or over.
  • The site does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. XL Bully, Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).

Languages spoken

English

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Reviews

9.3

Overall rating from 21 Pitchup.com customers

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95% would recommend this site to a friend

95% would stay here again

What customers say

This picturesque and well-maintained site offers lovely views and peaceful surroundings, ideal for self-contained motorhomes. Pitches are spacious with electricity and water. Guests appreciated the easy check-in, clear instructions, and friendly owners who were attentive to guest comfort. The location is praised as ideal for exploring the Aviemore area. Manager replies indicate that grey water disposal issues are being addressed. Chemical toilet disposal requires card payment. Some guests noted a lack of initial Wi-Fi information.

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hybrid v.

Fully-serviced hardstanding motorhome pitch

Liked A new site with great views

Disliked Pitches very close to each other, would feel like a car park if it gets busy
The extra charge for toilet waste is a no,never had to pay,couldn't remove grey waste as would need a bucket, with all the money spent should be a drive over drain didn't no there was WiFi

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Easy check in.Good sized bay. Lovely…

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Susan W.

Fully-serviced hardstanding motorhome pitch

Liked Easy check in.Good sized bay. Lovely views from the location.Site well maintained.

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Really picturesque site not far from…

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ROBERT R.

Fully-serviced hardstanding motorhome pitch

Liked Really picturesque site not far from nethy bridge village.

Good pitches and would definitely be back.

Disliked Wasn't given the wi-fi code prior to staying which didnt enthrall 2 teenagers!

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Easy to find with clear instructions…

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Susan W.

Fully-serviced hardstanding motorhome pitch

Liked Easy to find with clear instructions re pitch sent prior to arrival.Well maintained.Lovely views.Good value for money with electric included.

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Had to leave early due to threat of snow,but will return

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Charles H.

Fully-serviced hardstanding motorhome pitch

Liked Everything is good peaceful place, wonderful views, ideal for self contained motorhomers. Ideal location for visiting the area ,Highland zoo,Cairngorm mountain railway,Speyside cooperage and distillery,a heritage steam railway station in Aviemore available for travelling with afternoon tea on a train or just enjoy walking etc plenty of .choices

Disliked Need money for toilet disposal unit an indication of cost before arrival would
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Grey water need a bucket or pipe no drive over facilities
Wifi is available but yet again no mention of password on welcome note.

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From the manager: Dislikes response

chemical toilet disposal, it does not need cash, it needs a debit/credit card and it costs £6 .

grey water has been an oversite and hopefully , by the spring time that will be resolved .

i'm sorry that you didn't find the signs for the wifi , but there is a sign @ each end of the campsite ,1 bye the fire extinguishers and fixed to the door of the big green electrical box .

Amazing campsite .We arrived about 8pm…

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Anonymous

Fully-serviced hardstanding motorhome pitch

Liked Amazing campsite .We arrived about 8pm ,and after about 1 hour the host came to have a chat,to be sure we are ok .
Really appreciate it.The campsite are new,clean,easy to find the pitch .Every pitch has got electricity and water tap.As well good Wi-Fi .
There is beauty all around, forest and green fields.

Disliked None .

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Great location. Lovely view. The hosts…

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David G.

Fully-serviced hardstanding motorhome pitch

Liked Great location. Lovely view. The hosts Donnie and Ailsa were so friendly and helpful, had some lovely fresh chicken eggs and ended up using this as my base around Aviemore. So much to see and do in that area. Really loved it, thank you!

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Anonymous

Fully-serviced hardstanding motorhome pitch

Liked Easy access, large pitch, great view.

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Anonymous

Fully-serviced hardstanding motorhome pitch

Liked Great new place, had essentials like ehu and water, good sized pitch and great views.

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Lovely wee site. Level gravel pitches.

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Tracy W.

Fully-serviced hardstanding motorhome pitch

Liked The view, especially at sunset. Stayed here for 2 nights at start of our trip and booked again for another night on way back home. Also WiFi is an added bonus.

Disliked Nothing

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Features

Dogs allowed

Leisure on site

Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area TV room Take away Tennis Watersports

Amenities on site

Bath available Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all year

Themes

Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby

Type

Farm Small (11-25 pitches)

Nearby leisure

Cycling nearby Fishing nearby

Touring and motorhomes

Motorhome service point Water hook-up points for tourers

Location

Garlyne Brae

Leiteir Feannagan

Nethy Bridge

Kingussie

Highlands and Islands

Scotland

PH25 3ED

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)

GPS

57.26445°N
3.61417°W

Route directions

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Nearest transport

Coach
27.3 mi Bus Station
Rail
8.1 mi Carrbridge Rail Station
9.6 mi Aviemore Rail Station
20.9 mi Kingussie Rail Station
Ferry
28.8 mi Inverness Loch Ness Ferry Landing
Airport
25.4 mi Inverness Airport

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

Local attractions

If you like the sound of starting your morning with a short stroll and hopefully some wildlife sightings, make a beeline for RSPB Scotland Loch Garten Nature Centre (15 minutes’ drive). Set among the pine forest next to Loch Garten, lucky visitors can spot breeding ospreys, woodpeckers and red squirrels. It’s also worth taking note of popular local annual events like the August Highland Games in Nethy Bridge (five minutes), which features traditional dancing and athletic competitions, and the Grantown Agricultural Show (15 minutes), known for its livestock judging, parades, crafts and family activities. Speaking of families, there’s plenty to do here for you too. The Landmark Forest Adventure Park (20 minutes) has rope trails and water coasters, while the Highland Wildlife Park (35 minutes) houses beasts like polar bears and tigers. All ages should appreciate the steam train rides on the Strathspey Railway from Aviemore (20 minutes) to Broomhill Station and the quad-biking, clay pigeon shooting and falconry at the grand Rothiemurchus estate (25 minutes). You might want to reserve this last one for adults only, though: a whisky tasting or tour of the local Cairn Distillery (10 minutes).

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Nairn (Central) 24.4 mi Sea N/AGoodGoodN/A
Nairn (East) 24.5 mi Sea N/AN/AN/AN/A
Findhorn 27.6 mi Sea N/AExcellentGoodGood
Rosemarkie 29.3 mi Sea N/AGoodGoodGood

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Speyside Heather Centre 3.2 mi

Glenlivet Estate 8.9 mi

The Glenlivet Distillery Visitor Centre 11.6 mi

Braemar Castle 19.2 mi

Braemar Highland Heritage Centre 19.6 mi

Cycle routes

Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.

Other

Explore Abernethy - Wilderness Trail 1.1 mi

Nethy Bridge Circular Walk 1.1 mi

Nethy Bridge - Rynettin Lodge - Glenmore 1.2 mi

Explore Abernethy - Riverside Walk 1.6 mi

Castle Roy Circular, Abernethy 1.6 mi

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Garlyne Brae have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Garlyne Brae dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Garlyne Brae? If you like the sound of starting your morning with a short stroll and hopefully some wildlife sightings, make a beeline for RSPB Scotland Loch Garten Nature Centre (15 minutes’ drive). Set … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Garlyne Brae?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  1 p.m. –  10 p.m.
    Depart by:  12 p.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Garlyne Brae? From £25 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.