Upper Folds is situated in open moorland just seven miles from Dufftown. Location wise the property really is a Wilderness Cottage, and access with a 4 x 4 type of vehicle being the only real choice. With walks directly from the door, Upper Folds is ideal for guests looking for a base for walking and just enjoying the great outdoors. The scenery in the locality is spectacular and the property enjoys views across to Ben Rinnes and the Corryhabbie Hill, the regions well known Corbetts.
The cottage utilises the latest green technology, with solar panels and a wind turbine providing the energy needs. Throughout under floor heating ensures that the property is kept at an ambient temperature, and for those colder nights a wood burner is available. The accommodation is all on the one level and has been tastefully furnished throughout.
The main lounge and kitchen are open plan, in the lounge the striking fireplace with its exposed stonework is an attractive feature, as is the kitchen with its painted blue cabinets. Off this area the dining room enjoys views across towards Ben Rinnes and also offers direct access to the garden. A master bedroom and a fantastic wet room, completes the facilities. Outside the large garden is enclosed and under cover storage for outdoor gear and mountain bikes is available.
The small town of Dufftown is located just seven miles away, and offers a wide selection of attractions for the visitor, including a good range of cafes, restaurants, and shops. This area is in the heart of the whisky country, and the town prides itself as being the World’s Malt Whisky Capital, with five distilleries in the locality, it produces more whisky than any other town in Scotland. The largest and most famous of all is the Glenfiddich Distillery, which has a visitor centre, and is an ideal place to visit for any enthusiast.
The surrounding areas are ideal for outdoor activities, for walkers the Speyside Way and the Glenlivet Estate are available, and for the golfer, courses can be found at Dufftown and Ballindalloch. For fishing why not try the Glen of Rothes Trout and Course Fishery, or perhaps even a day on the River Spey. Further afield travel to the small picturesque villages of the Morayshire coastline, and perhaps a bit of dolphin spotting at Findhorn.
Access to the Property including Winter Conditions
Upper Folds is a superb place for a Wilderness Cottage holiday, however due to its rural location, access to the property can only be by a 4 x 4 type of vehicle with good ground clearance. In winter conditions the property has been known to become inaccessible and even cut off. If this happens prior to a booking commencing it will mean that your booking has to be cancelled. In the event that you are staying at Upper Folds and the property becomes snow bound, the owner has made the appropriate arrangements to help you vacate the property at the end of your stay.
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Good Housekeeping Deposit
A Good Housekeeping Deposit of £75.00 is required at the property
Access to the Property including Winter Conditions
Upper Folds is a superb place for a Wilderness Cottage holiday, however due to its rural location, access to the property can only be by a 4 x 4 type of vehicle. In winter conditions the property has been known to become inaccessible and even cut off. If this happens prior to a booking commencing it will mean that your booking has to be cancelled. In the event that you are staying at Upper Folds and the property becomes snow bound, the owner has made the appropriate arrangements to help you vacate the property at the end of your stay.
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STL Licence No: MO-00374-F EPC Rating: C
Guests rate Upper Folds: Excellent from 106 reviews About Reviews
Wonderful stay, beautiful cottage, kept warm by the woodburner and underfloor heating even in the wildest weather, truly in the wilderness! You could probably manage the track in a 2wd car with good ground clearance if you're careful and take it slow: no problem at all in a 4x4. The ford looks like it was recently maintained and was only a few inches deep even after heavy rain and snow.
Time stood still and we found ourselves in heaven for two perfect weeks in the very best holiday home.
We spent a wonderful week at upper folds cottage and I can honestly say it was beautiful the cottage is clean warm and cozy and has everything you would need for your stay. The owners have thought of everything. If you're looking to recharge your batteries then this is definitely the place to come. Can't wait to return next year
Upper Folds was beyond our expectations. What a beautiful house in a great location.
Brilliant cottage, modern, clean and lovely welcome pack. The views from every window are glorious. Great walks.
Excellent place, highly recommended. Definitely need a 4x4 though, I will return.
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Exceeded expectations - this is an absolutely fantastic little place. Everything is so well done and real thought has gone into the place. Very remote and a 4x4 is definitely needed to get there but it's worth it, I will be returning!
It was just perfect. The location is truly beautiful and the cottage is comfortable, warm and welcoming. Safe garden to let the dogs roam around, best place we've ever stayed.
Second time we have visited Upper folds superb cottage spotless , well equipped and good location , We will definitely be visiting again
4th different cottage with Wilderness and the pleasure remained the same. Superb cottage and great location if your seeking some peace. Thank you to the owner for such a great stay and facilities provided
We had a beautiful stay at Upper Folds, Very well kept and modernised cottage with everything you need. The conservatory is fantastic for sitting and eating meals in surrounded by the view - even in bad weather! The road in does need a bit of ground clearance and in wet or icy weather 4x4 would be a must -but the reward in remoteness is worth it. had a play with my drone whilst there on one of the few not so windy days https://youtu.be/TUpVc6RTQFk?si=pCekONgg8iaoecm-
Fabulous place to see in the new year 2024! Last visited in 2019 and was exactly as we remembered. Off grid de- stress with added snow to complement the picture postcard view. The 4 wheel drive vehicle was definitely a requirement on this visit!
Our 3rd December stay at Upper Folds and once again we had the most Magical time! I am sure that it won't be our last This place is truly beautiful, the owners always go above and beyond to make your stay perfect. We chose Upper Folds as it is a perfect stay if you have a dog, Mr Winston LOVED his stay here, roaming on the Moors, attempting Ben Rinnes which is all on your doorstep. If you are looking for a relaxing, beautiful stay in Scotland this is the place to go.
Amazing place, been there 6 times now and will definitely go again and again
We have just returned from the most perfect break for the two of us and our dachshund. I mention the dog particularly as you could close the main gate to have a completely safe enclosed area for her to run. Initial access was tricky relying on a sat nav as it loses its signal before arrival but once you are on the correct track it's easy enough. The cottage is very remote. There is no TV or Internet and it proved to be just what we needed and reminiscent of times gone by before the digital revolution. The cottage is beautifully furnished and has comfortable bed and spacious bathroom. Cooking is from a gas fired Aga style hob which took a bit of adapting to but once understood worked very well. Shopping for basic supplies can be obtained from Dufftown or if you need anything more there is a large ASDA at Elgin. We did not venture out much and spent our week reading and playing board games. I really do encourage more people to take time out from their phone. In summary this stay was perfect and I would not hesitate to recommend it to other visitors.
What can I say? This place is an absolute Haven! This was our second stay at Upper Folds and we will sure will return. The place is cosy with the log burner, we were completely snowed in for the full week but that just made it all the more magical, if you're looking for an escape from the rat race, this is the place. The only way our stay could have been any better is if my name magically appeared on the deeds to this property.
This was our 2nd stay at upper folds, both times staying in November. The cottage is spotless and well equipped. The underfloor heating and the wood burning stove kept it more than warm enough, and there's an endless supply of logs too. Very relaxing time and the secure garden ideal to let the pup run around and explore. Definitely worth the drive along the track to be in such peaceful surroundings! Remember there's no wifi or mobile signal, except in one wee specific corner of the dining room, so we downloaded movies etc to the I pad to watch.
Very comfortable, cozy and well maintained cottage surrounded by beautiful countryside. The need for a 4x4 vehicle was definitely true my mini would not have made it. Great walks from the door Hattie certainly enjoyed it.
We had a wonderful week at Upper Folds. The cottage is really warm and comfortable and in a very peaceful location with walks straight from the door in the surrounding hills. There is a large, enclosed garden which our dog absolutely loved. The drive to the cottage was fine, it includes a small ford and the road is mostly in decent condition, our 4x4 Mazda Bongo campervan was easily up to it, we visited in early October. It was a wonderful escape from the world, no phone signal, no live TV, an amazing chance to switch off and slow down. The house is off grid and powered by solar panels, a small wind turbine and heated by a gas Rayburn which is also the hob and oven, I really enjoyed the chance to cook on it! It was interesting to see how comfortable and warm they have made the house despite being off grid and great to watch the wind turbine spinning knowing it's providing your electricity! A really lovely week, I'd definitely recommend it!
We stayed for a week in this absolutely superb cottage. Very comfortable, finished to a very high standard, we couldn't fault it. A totally Wilderness Cottage for sure, we loved the peace and quiet, and the total silence of it all. A great week to recharge our batteries, no phones, and no TV. Bliss, we will definitely be returning.
Upper Folds is the most idyllic place to stay to de-stress and take in the awesome beauty of nature at it's very best. I would not hesitate for a moment in recommending a stay here. Everything is just perfect, clean and beautifully presented. With it being a very dry summer we did contemplate taking a 'normal' car but thankfully after receiving a video from the owner - very helpful indeed - we're very glad we did take our 4x4 - it's most definitely needed. Don't get caught out.....you have been warned. We had the BEST week weather-wise too. And who says it rains in Scotland?:) We returned home looking as if we'd spent a week on the continent.
Upper Folds far exceeded our expectations.. The cottage was immaculately clean, spacious, well equipped and furnished. It was a pleasant surprise to be provided wth the whole weeks supply of everyday items such as toilet paper! The cottage sits within a large dog proof enclosed garden for those 4 legged friends that can't be trusted with sheep (the property was surrounded by them). The location feels remote although only 10 minutes drive from Dufftown, As per the description it is accessed via an un-made track and ford (It's worth noting that there is a steep loose surfaced descent/ ascent either side of the ford which may prove a challenge in a fully laden 2 wheel drive!) . We had heavy snow on 4 of the 7 days stay, which we and the dog loved, but without a 4x4 we would certainly have been stuck! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Upper Folds and recommend to others! We will definitely be returning to the cottage and look forward to more of the excellent 'Eight Lands' Speyside Gin! Thank you!
An excellent place for a getaway break.
An excellent place to have a relaxing break. We really find it a perfect place.
I had a wonderful stay at Upper Folds the peace was exactly what I was looking for . So nice to unplug for a while . Wilderness cottages were great to deal with . Very quick at replying to e mails and sent me all the info I needed . Will definitely be back .
A perfect and very well appointed cottage. Brilliantly restored and built in a brilliant location. Could not have asked for anything better. Lovely, Gin, Shortbread and Chocolates greeted me on arrival. :)
Fabulous cottage. Super warm and cosy. Lovely furnishings. Well cared for and with thoughtful extras from the owners. Stunning location with views of Ben Rinnes and beyond from the dining room. So peaceful and no phone signal so the distractions of every day could be forgotten. Perfect spot for doggies too who enjoyed the great walking right from the door. It was especially picturesque this morning with a good covering of snow. We were so tempted to stay another day or too. However real life beckoned and we slowly made our way back down the snowy track. Can't wait for a third visit!
What a place! Upper Folds is simply stunning, the Cottage itself has everything you need for a comfortable stay, is clean and fresh and the underfloor heating a bonus. Set in the most beautiful location with great access to breathtaking scenery. Our first visit, but will not be our last.
Upper Folds was the perfect week of relaxation in proper wilderness! Cottage was spotless and well equipped. Nice and warm with the underfloor heating and the wood burning stove too: kept us cosy, especially on a snow day. Garden huge too , ideal for our puppy running around as it's secure. The drive from main road is definitely off road, even goes through a wee ford, to add to the adventures and a sure contrast to city living. We were lucky to have a snow day and the surroundings are so peaceful. Lots of things to do nearby in Dufftown & Aberlour. Enjoyed the novelty of the Rayburn stove Definitely considering returning in future!
We had a wonderful week at Upper Folds in October and would highly recommend it to anyone (and we have in fact done so!). Everything was so welcome, from the endless log supply to the Rayburn oven. We enjoyed our stay so much and can't wait to return. Thank you!
So delighted to have found Upper Folds! What a beautiful place in a perfect, wilderness setting. Spotless clean and a plentiful supply of wood, this place is a real gem and I'm sure it will not be long before we return. A perfect location for those who enjoy space and a digital break in the heart of the Cairngorms.
If you want to stay in a place 'away from it all' then this is the cottage for you. No wifi, no TV, no phone signal - absolute bliss. Really enjoyed the peace and tranquillity and the ability to press the 'reset' button. Lovely cottage in the middle of nowhere with lots of opportunities for walking and not too far from the coast. We visited Spey Bay and Findhorn. Enjoyed a lovely meal at Seven Stills French restaurant in Dufftown.
Very comfortable and cosy cottage in beautiful surroundings. Extremely peaceful location with splendid wildlife and walks from the door. Within easy reach of the Cairngorms and the north coast, we would recommend staying here. A brief note about the track up to the property; in this (very wet) summer it was easily passable in my Vitara (a 'road' AWD), so something like that or a 4WD Qashqai etc would be fine. In the winter it might be a different story.
We had an absolutely wonderful week. The cottage is immaculate and incredibly comfortable. The location was great- we could walk and bike from the door and had several car free days. The Wilderness Cottages team were fantastic also - very helpful and super fast at responding. Couldn't rate both the place and wilderness cottages more highly
We had 2 great weeks at Upper Folds, the peace and quiet and isolation was perfect. The cottage is comfortable and has all the basic needs. We enjoyed walking locally and was great for observing the local wild life, red deer, hare, Barn owls, buzzards and many more birds. There are lovely parts of the coast to visit and just over an hours drive to The Highland Wildlife Park. We shall return!
We had an amazing stay at Upper Folds and would highly recommend it. Very cosy, comfortable and clean cottage and the welcome gifts were very much appreciated. Beautiful setting and lots of lovely encounters with the wildlife...All in all a fantastic holiday.
We were a bit dubious about what we were going to find heading up the road but once the cottage was in view we had no doubt we had chosen well. The cottage was in a very peaceful setting with only sheep for company. The inside was lovely and warm, very comfortable and had everything we wanted and needed. Definitely recommend bringing all you need with you as its a bit of a trek back down the lane to go out if you have forgotton something, But that's the fun of having a cottage in the middle of nowhere. Not far from the coast, we visited Findhorn which I would recommend a visit and other places along the coast which weren't so nice. Didn't get to see much wildlife while at the cottage which was a shame, mainly sheep and hares. Overall a very cosy and peaceful cottage and would recommend it if you want to get away from everything.
We have used wildernesses several times They are extremely helpful and highly organised every trip has went like clockwork
This was a jewel in Scotlands crown. We wanted a complete getaway and this is what we got. A beautiful house in a beautiful spot with everything we needed.
WOW, a very special property!!! A very simple floor plan very comfortably built. The location is spectacular and remote. We could not see a lightbulb to the horizon in any direction. One evening was cloudless and the stars were incredible. We saw the Milky Way emerge at sunset and were surprised by the North Star overhead. Luxurious, comfortable, warm. Perfect for a disconnection from your smartphone, the internet and the world.
We stayed a week at upper folds and the pictures do not do it justice. Beautiful, clean and tidy and fantastic local walks. The hosts have thought of everything even tea, coffee, cleaning materials, and a bowl of chocolate mints on arrival!
Another great stay at Upper Folds. It is so homely and caters for your every need for a relaxing hoiday, we have stayed 3 times now and plan to stay again in the future once we have saved up! The garden and facilities are superb, and the fact we can take our four legged friend is another bonus. The only thing I would say was that the land line was not working, just in case of emergencies really as the mobile signal is not great (beauty of it though!), as we have no desire to use for anything else. Many thanks.
This is our 3rd stay, and the cottage is beautifully maintained and a joy to visit. The welcome pack of wine, shortbread, milk and flowers is a lovely touch. The cottage was spotless and it is lovely to have hand wash, spare bins bags and kitchen roll all provided. Lots of DVDs provided together with games. Location is perfect with easy access to walks locally and the good access to the coast at Culbin. Look forward to staying again ...
Fantastic stay in an amazing cottage in the most perfect location for us. The location of the cottage exceeded our expectations, with fantastic views during the day and clear star studded night skies for the duration of our stay. We had daily visits from the deers and having arrived a snowy blizzard the snow remained with us until we left. The cottage itself is a joy, warm and cosy with everything you could need, a perfect bolthole. No internet or phone signal is a bonus, and even though the road/track is interesting in the snow it great fun and all part of the experience. We wouldn't have missed this break for the world - just perfect. This won't be our last visit.
We have stayed at Upperfolds twice now and will do again. The house is warm, inviting and utterly gorgeous. Walks from the door in every direction and wonderful peace, just the sound of the birds. The place could not be better in any respect
Absolutely beautiful cottage in a lovely secluded setting, we had the most relaxing chilled break away from it all and will definately return. Thank you so much.
A fantastic cottage in a stunning location. An evening spent watching 40 + deer grazing from the comfort of an armchair will never be forgotten.
Wow, what an amazing place! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Upper Folds. The cottage is a perfect, remote location - no internet or phone signal so great to switch off from the world and relax. The road/track to get to it is certainly interesting but also all part of the fun and adventure, do not underestimate the need for a 4x4 to get there, we were very grateful!! We loved looking through the pictures of the cottage being built and some of the snow pictures, it would be spectacular in the winter. Would love to see more on the history of the land/area etc. Inside and out it is so well kept, tidy and very clean, it has all the facilities you could need, especially a nice comfy bed and sofa. We did find there was quite a drive to several places we went for days out, most places were taking 1 - 1.5 hours to get to, but we were in no rush. Would highly recommend and would definitely return.
Our second of hopefully many more stays in Upper Folds. It is a beautiful place which provides the perfect location for a relaxing holiday. Thank you to the owners for their vision in creating the cottage.
We had the best holiday we have ever had with Wilderness Cottages. The property was perfect in every way. The process of booking with Wilderness cottages was easy and clear and their description was honest and could not have been better. Quite simply it was all made for a perfect holiday experience. So so very impressed. The property was just everything we could have dreamed of and we had a holiday we will remember fondly forever...
We spent a magical week at Upperfolds it was like stepping back in time, the area is stunning and ideal to switch off and unwind. There are plenty of walks to go on and there are also loads of things to do in the area if needs be. We will be back that's for sure.
Stunning Cottage & Location loved our stay here would highly recommend.
We had a fantastic week. The cottage is beautifully maintained and the personal touches we really appreciated. We were snowed in, but this didn't cause a problem as the tranquility and beauty of the surrounding area was so enjoyable, we were kept entertained by the Deer, Hares and Buzzards, and our dog loved playing in the very deep snow. Richard was extremely helpful clearing the track on the Friday evening so that we could drive out at the end of our stay. We hope to plan a return visit, and would certainly recommend Upper Folds if you are looking to really get away from it all.
Brilliant stay in a fantastic cottage in the perfect location for us. The cottage location was even better than we expected and had great views of the surrounding hills and of the stars on a clear night. We had snow for the week and needed to use the grit and salt that was left by the track to the cottage as we were the only people using the track all week. The track was slippy in the snow and ice, even with a 4x4. There is a co-op, restaraunts and numerous takeaways in nearby Dufftown for everything you need with big supermarkets in Huntly and Keith if you need more shopping. We would recommend the cottage for the perfect get away from it all break.
Our fourth stay at Upper Folds in twenty months. We cannot really say more than has already been said in the previous reviews. Spotlessly clean in every manner, well thought out, cosy, warm, away from all the hustle and bustle. Nothing is too much trouble and everything is faultless. The owners are superb in every way too. Wilderness cottages have been a top class booking agent. 100% satisfied in every aspect. Well done Wilderness Cottages and well done and thank you to Richard and Leigh-Anne the owners of this truly fabulous cottage.
I loved it and was sorry to leave. It fully lives up to the descriptions and the owners are generous in making it as welcoming as possible. It really is warm and snug. This is a really excellent place to stay and I'll be back as soon as possible.
We stayED for the second time in Upper Folds but now for 2 weeks. The house is fantastic. We get a warm welcome with wine, biscuits, milk and flowers. The views from the house are spectaculair and inside it is warm and cosy, you feel very at home. The big garden is very nice for the dog. We hear the grouses and see phasants and rabbits. We will certainly come back. Thank you for your hospitality!
A beautiful Cottage in a stunning Location; everything was just perfect; we would love to return. Michael and Helena
Fabulous cottage. Very peaceful.
There is not much which has not been said already about this fantastic remote cottage. This was our third stay in eighteen months. Faultless in every way, impeccably clean, lovely welcome gifts. Scenery outstanding. It really is the perfect rural retreat. We like it so much we don't want to look elsewhere anymore. Has to be seen to be believed. Another mention to Brian and the team at Wilderness Cottages - excellent personal, friendly service - faultless every time. They have been a fantastic booking agent. We have been delighted with all aspects of our dealings. Upper Folds - 100% perfect.
Upper Folds is a gem! A beautifully maintained and stylish cottage situated in open moorland with fab views all around. The spacious accommodation is all on one level, and it was lovely and warm so we had no need to use the wood burner. We enjoyed lovely walks from the door and hardly met any other walkers all week!
This was a lovely, peaceful place to stay. The cottage was very well equipped, very cosy and had beautiful views. The large garden was fully enclosed and the dog loved it. I would definitely recommend this cottage and hope to return in the future.
Fantastic property and location. Very comfortable and warm cottage even when it's snowing outside. Abundance of wildlife around the cottage and on the east ridge behind the cottage (we were lucky enough to watch 2 immature golden eagles catching the thermals early one morning while sitting on the plateau). Would we return?.....Absolutely.
The cottage is outstanding. It is so well designed and built in an amazing location. You can walk straight out the door and start climbing a 780 metre hill (Corryhabbie). There is so much to see and do in the area but the house is so comfortable, warm and provides such scenic views that staying in is always an option. We had snow flurries and bright sun within minutes of each other which added to the enjoyment. The drive in adds in to the experience. We're booking again. The owners have done an excellent job with their vision for the perfect holiday cottage. Many thanks.
Perfect location Attention to detail spot on. Very special place.
Fantastic cottage, beautiful location. Cottage was spotless and tastefully decorated and very cosy. Great walks directly from the cottage. This was a perfect getaway holiday. No wifi, no phone signal and no tv.....just perfect. Great place to relax and enjoy the scenery and wildlife. Dogs loved it too! Already planning our next trip back.
What more can be said about upper folds than is already noted. Outstanding in every way possible. Beautiful scenery, spotlessly clean. The owner provides everything to make your stay fantastic. Everything provided is top quality. It really is the best out there. A good 4x4 really is needed as the weather can be changeable and the track challenging. Also a mention to Brian and the Wilderness Cottages team. They are a quality, no nonsense booking agent who have given us 100% faultless service every time. Excellent in every area.
We enjoyed a wonderful few days in Upper Folds. The cottage is set in a beautiful, remote location yet is also accessible to places of interest if you want to tour the area. The owners clearly spend a lot of time and effort in making Upper Folds a comfortable, clean, cozy, welcoming place to stay, with all that you could want from a holiday cottage - and more! We would thoroughly recommend this cottage to anyone who wants a "get away from it all" holiday experience.
2nd visit. The cottage had been recently painted. Spotlessly clean. Great walks and wonderful weather. Perfect break for us.
This is a perfect cottage, absolutely spotlessly clean, warm cozy and welcoming. It is very tastefully furnished and so comfortable, we felt relaxed and chilled out from the moment we arrived. The lovely thoughtful touches of fresh flowers, wine etc are the icing on the cake, all the bases and much more are covered here. The surroundings are stunning, when we return to the area we will look no further and definitely rebook. Thanks for a wonderful week.
The cottage is in a beautiful location and the views are stunning. The cottage is well equipped and comfortable. Watching the wildlife and changing sky at night was so relaxing. I would highly recommend a stay here.
This cottage was well worth the wait lovely, well equipped, warm and comfortable and in a wonderful peaceful place close to great walks and wildlife, we and the dogs enjoyed every second and the enclosed garden was a bonus keeping the sheep at an acceptable distance from Brand and Ela . worth five stars all day long
This is a beautiful cottage in a spectacular area. Ideal for a quiet and peaceful break. Wildlife is on your doorstep literally, deer hares buzzards and of course sheep. The cottage itself is immaculate and very cosy giving a relaxed atmosphere. Will be back as soon as we can. The dogs loved the large garden area and was very secure from the sheep. All in all a lovely break
We had a wonderful stay at Upper Folds. It really was a break away from it all. The scenery was stunning as was the cottage. The cottage was warm and easy to use given it was off grid. It snowed every day and the wind howled, but we were really comfortable with the under floor heating and the wood burning stove, which also gave the place that homely cosy feel (unlike the poor sheep lambing in the surrounding fields!). Everything about the cottage was quality, from the lovely plump towels, the crisp white bed linen to the lovely decor. The place was spotlessly clean too. We would definitely recommend Upper Folds and would love to return one day.
Upper Folds exceeds all expectations it is in a fantastic location and has everything you need to have a truly relaxing stay. The standard of the accommodation is excellent and the owners have thought of everything to ensure your stay is warm and comfortable. The bottle of wine and fresh flowers were a special touch.Thank you for sharing your very special place.
5 star holiday. The cottage was spotlessly clean, there was a lovely welcome pack of milk, wine & biscuits plus thoughtful touches of tea, coffee, mints & toiletries & a welcoming bunch of flowers. Everything was in top working order. Heating was very efficient, the bed was very comfortable and the sunsets/stars wonderful from all the windows. Location is stunning - alone but not isolated.
2nd visit to this truly wonderful cottage. It's perfection in every way, good value for money, spotlessly clean, well thought out and the owner has gone to every effort to make sure the holiday is a memorable one. Scenery is amazing. A true wilderness retreat. Probably the best available.....................Faultless in every way
We had a fantastic few days at Upper Folds. It is at the top of a very long track which is steep in places which when snow has drifted makes a decent 4x4 essential. The cottage was warm when we arrived, with the woodburner stacked and ready to light. The bottle fo wine, milk and biscuits were apprecietaed! The cottage was spotlessly clean and well equipped. The setting is beautiful, with fabulous views over the isolated valley and mountains. We will definately return again. Thank you.
Excellent cottage in a very peaceful location. The whole place is self sufficient and very clean with great views over the hills. All in all an amazing place and we will definitly be back!
We had a wonderful time in Upper Folds. The cottage is the best we have ever had. It is located in a beautiful area in the hills with beautiful views, very quiet. Inside it is beautiful decorated, the ray-burn is great and we sit many times in the conservatory to look outsite. We hear the grouses and see pheasants en deer! The big garden was a pleasure for our dog Ghillie!. We had wonderful weather, 21 C and sit outsite on the bank only the midges!!! We make several walks in the surrounding. The welcome was very warm, flowers, wine, biscuits, chocolate, thank you so much! And the cottage was so clean! Everything was there incl. wood and coals. We come sertenly come back.
Amazing location & beautiful cottage with a fabulous Rayburn to cook on and stay warm. Had an amazing relaxing time away! Thank you again!
What a wonderful find!! Beautiful cottage in the most peaceful and stunning setting.All of the small gestures on arrival like the milk and wine, the fire ready to light and the heating on made us feel very welcome, our dogs had a great time in the garden and we now feel recharged and rested after a few days....will definitely be back, we couldn't have asked for more
Absolutely stunning cottage, clean, every possible extra in a superb rural wilderness location. Amazing scenery, wildlife in fact if you did not see this outstanding cottage you could never dream of such heaven. Warm, toasty, peaceful. This is an absolute must for anyone wanting the ultimate "get away from it all." We will be back as soon as we can.......superb in every possible way.
Absolutely fantastic property, the scenery and wildlife is breathtaking and the owners have thought of every last possible thing to make you feel right at home. We didn't want to leave! Thanks again!
Beautiful cottage, very comfortable and warm, loved the remoteness. Wildlife was entertaining, especially the "boxing hares".
Just returned from a great week in the cottage, great landscape all around ideal for anyone that likes wildlife. It's in a great location we only saw two people across the valley from us all week, great place for the night sky as on a clear night you could see so many stars. Walks from the door are good, all in all a great week in a great location.
Had an amazing week at Upper Folds. You will not be disappointed if you are looking for a luxurious cottage in breathtaking surroundings. The owners are so helpful if you have any problems. Highly recommended!!
Just returned from our first visit to Upper Folds. Truly, an amazing experience. The cottage is just perfect, where everything you could think of to make your stay comfortable, has already been thought of and provided for. The thoughtful little things that greet you such as a nice bottle of wine, short bread and chocolates! Fabulous! The scenery is just as amazing as is the abundence of wild life! It was a joy to stay here and we are already planning next year's visit.
Just returned from this wonderful, superb location. Amazing cottage, views, wild life, everything! Had a fabulous time here. Everything you can think of, has been included at Upper Folds. :-) We will be planning a 2nd visit.
What a wonderful cottage. 5 star accommodation in a fabulous location. Could not have asked for a nicer place, the wildlife was in abundance and we stepped out onto the hills. Will be back.
We had a wonderful week in July and were blessed with good weather. Upper Folds exceeded our expectations and we and our dogs were extremely comfortable there. We saw deer daily, near and far, as well as every other bird or animal we had hoped to see. The hares were brilliant! The sheer beauty of the location and the amazing changing light and sunsets are memories that will stay with us for a very long time. We will return!
I have just returned from my fourth visist to this lovely cottage. Everything just as we left it at Christmas, never fails to disappoint. Sitting in the livingroom watching the herd of 36 deer close by.WOW! Well done to Richard and Leigh-anne for the continued high standard, still worth a 5 star rating.
This property and the location ticked every box and over-delivered on the promises that were laid out in its description. The quality of the accommodation and furnishing is second to none, I don't think I have ever been warmer in the Cairngorms! I would recommend Upper Folds to anyone who wants a remote yet comfortable break away from it all; you won't find any better.
Excellent. Ticked all the boxes, including our reluctance to accept a pet friendly cottage, as we did not find a hair or a doggy smell anywhere! Many thanks.
If you want secluded luxury with beautiful scenery off the beaten track, then Upper Folds is for you. With underfloor heating, wood burning fire and walks straight from the front door, what more could you wish for. Do not book this cottage if you are looking for local shops, pubs and other human company, the only neighbours you will have are sheep , deer, hares, and numerous birds......Fantastic.
We returned for our second visit to Upperfolds. It truly is a 5+ star cottage. The location is stunning, a tranquil haven away from the fast paced life we lead, a place to recharge your batteries. Well done Richard and Leigh Anne your high standards of service and your eye to detail ensure your customers are made to feel welcome in a beautiful home from home, so much so we have already booked our third visit.
I have recently returned from my third visit this year to Upper Folds. What a wonderful place to spend Christmas. On our arrival my husband and I were greeted by a beautifully decorated Christmas tree underneath which we found a gift, kindly left by the owners Richard and Leigh-Anne. Absolutely nothing was too much trouble for them, which only goes to reinforce my opinion that this property is worth a 5star+. Cannot wait to return again in 2014.
A great location, the cottage delivered on all fronts. Very well appointed and clean, the cottage was cosy with magnificent views - great walks directly from the door were an added bonus. We didn't use our car at all for the first few days, we just enjoyed the peace and isolation surrounded by beauty and nature.
Cannot speak highly enough of this property. Stunning location and property. We are discussing when we can go back again and I don't usually go to the same place twice! We felt so comfortable and relaxed, and the property is finished to such a high standard. If you are thinking about going here, think no more and book, you will not be disappointed!
Our second visit to Upper Folds this year. Absolutely everything about this property is pleasing. The location is comparable to parts of the west coast, the cottage is certainly 5star, furnished to a high standard with very comfortable fixtures and fittings. The garden is a dogs paradise.We are looking forward to our final visit of the year at Christmas.
Isolation with a capital I. Amazing scenery, and superb property. I have been doing the rounds of scottish holiday properties for the last twenty six years and this has been the best one yet.It lived upto eveything the brochure stated plus more. I would recommend upper folds to one and all, but then it wouldn,t be the best kept secret.I am in the process of booking another trip this year. Thanks wilderness cottages.
Absolutely fabulous property. Love the stay and the location. Amazing. The service given by Wilderness Cottages has been second to none.I had a big problem with the timing of the holiday and they sorted everything out, perfectly.I would highly recommend both Upper Folds and Wilderness Cottages. We had snow everyday which is what we wanted and the views were breathtaking.
Well and worthly recommended, a great cottage with all you could possibly need, very nice location, with wildlife all around, great for star gazing, and just getting away from it all. Owners very friendly and helpful. We will not be going back as we liked the area so much that we are buying a house in the area.
This cottage is fantastic, a tranquil haven amidst outstanding scenery. When we finally made it to the cottage through a blizzard, we were charmed by the tastefully decorated and furnished, clean, warm accommodation. From the fresh flowers to the wine chilling, every detail has been carefully thought through. We will definitely return, cannot wait.
This cottage is amazing. We arrived in the dark and drove down a fairly long, fairly rough landrover track through a river ford and through some woods. Once we finally made it to the cottage the whole property suddenly lit up as we went through the gates (proximity lights). The wood burning stove was on for our arrival and there was a bottle of wine waiting. In the morning we were met by 360 degree views of rolling hills/mountains. We will definitely return to this cottage.
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