Back in 1999, with a new millennium dawning, husband and wife team Derek and Jean McCulloch set about realising their own millennial dream. They wanted to bring the cosmopolitan luxury of an exclusive urban health spa to the majestic mountain and river landscape of Royal Deeside.
Beginning with a purpose built lodge beside the Loch of Aboyne, The Lodge on the Loch Spa Retreat has subsequently developed to encompass thirty-five acres of pine woodland with its own golf course and magnificent loch-side terrace.Over the years many thousands of guests have shared and enjoyed Derek and Jean's dream, and today 'The Lodge' is rightfully considered amongst the premier Scottish Highlands spa retreats.
Beginning with a purpose built lodge beside the Loch of Aboyne, The Lodge on the Loch Spa Retreat has subsequently developed to encompass thirty-five acres of pine woodland with its own golf course and magnificent loch-side terrace.Over the years many thousands of guests have shared and enjoyed Derek and Jean's dream, and today 'The Lodge' is rightfully considered amongst the premier Scottish Highlands spa retreats.
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Nestling on the banks of the tranquil Loch of Aboyne and surrounded by the great Scottish outdoors, The Lodge on the Loch Spa Retreat has all the ingredients for a really blissful night's sleep. Our 4* AA accredited bedrooms are furnished with en-suite bathrooms and comfy king-size double beds as standard, and our larger suites offer such hedonistic pleasures as under-floor heating, saunas, steam spas and Jacuzzi baths.
With its stylish modern larch dcor and ultra-modern en-suite steam spa and shower unit, the Lodge Double has a really vibrant feel to it. There's plenty of comfort to be had too, thanks to the king-sized double bed, and with a choice of loch or Golf Course and woodland views, you will find the Lodge Doubles relaxing as well as invigorating.
A compelling blend of comfort and space, a little opulence and views to saviour - that's what you experience when you stay in one of our Lodge Superior King/Twin double bedrooms. For your blissful night's sleep you can choose between a super king-sized double bed or twin singles.
You will really love getting freshened up in the en-suite bathroom: there's under-floor heating and heated towel rail to ward off the Highland chill, and a luxury walk-in spa shower to get you feeling truly invigorated.And any time of the night or day you can relax and unwind beside your Juliette balcony* and enjoy fabulous views across the Loch of Aboyne and the Cairngorms National Park beyond.
You will really love getting freshened up in the en-suite bathroom: there's under-floor heating and heated towel rail to ward off the Highland chill, and a luxury walk-in spa shower to get you feeling truly invigorated.And any time of the night or day you can relax and unwind beside your Juliette balcony* and enjoy fabulous views across the Loch of Aboyne and the Cairngorms National Park beyond.
The Lodge Single is ideal for the lone traveller seeking a peaceful room with a few simple luxuries. The king-size double bed and spacious en-suite facilities also make it suitable for a couple who don't mind staying nice and cosy. Either way, you will find the uninterrupted views of the Loch of Aboyne and Cairngorm National Park the perfect accompaniment to your relaxing break.
Looking for the ultimate spa experience? Not only can you be pampered through the day to your heart's content in our 'Reflect Spa', you can then enjoy exclusive use of our Hammam room from 4pm through to the following morning. That means you will have a Steam Shower, Finnish Sauna, Monsoon Shower and Japanese Deep Soak Tub, all en-suite, and all to yourselves, through the evening and as long into the night as you desire.
Reviews (11)
Sophie Southworth-Bridge
Nov 24, 2021
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Stayed last week for four nights. Wonderful service from Jean and Dereck who went above and beyond to take care of us and ensure our stay was the best it could be. Even went so far as to google opening times for a restaurant in Aberdeen without us even asking Jean to, offered to make reservations at a nearby restaurant for us, and catered to two vegans for breakfast & dinner with no problems whatsoever. The lodge was so beautiful, homely and peaceful/quiet that was well adapted to COVID restrictions in our mind. Have already recommended to several friends & family and would happily go again if
Euan Milne
Nov 24, 2021
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Rooms dirty, carpet worn fixtures falling off the wall. Steam shower didn't work, relaxing room just a few chairs and the message room was cold and and no music. Food was warm and not the menu shown on the website, mediocre at best. Entire experience was poor and a major diasspointment. The pictures posted on the booking sites are at least 10years out of date.
Gary Sweeten
Nov 17, 2021
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Stayed in Hammam room 3 with my partner - we had an amazing time! Having the sauna, steam shower and Japanese style bath was amazing. Beautiful quiet and relaxing surroundings. Owners were tremendous and very friendly. We would 100% recommend this hotel to anyone looking for somewhere to unwind and enjoy the peace & quiet in the luxury of your own room. Can't wait to go back! :)
Nancy Renton
Oct 28, 2021
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Donna Anderson
Sep 11, 2021
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Myself and my husband stayed in the Glentanar suite which was lovely and spacious. The bed was very comfortable although strangely short (my 5ft 10 husband was slightly too tall for the bed) and the curtains were amazing at keeping light out in the morning to allow us to have a nice long lie.
We paid extra to use the hot tub on the private terrace of the suite. Unfortunately another family that were staying in the hotel at the time kept stepping over the barrier to the terrace and using the terrace as a short cut to go for walks. I feel the barrier could definitely be improved upon to save this
We paid extra to use the hot tub on the private terrace of the suite. Unfortunately another family that were staying in the hotel at the time kept stepping over the barrier to the terrace and using the terrace as a short cut to go for walks. I feel the barrier could definitely be improved upon to save this
Anna Gilchrist
Aug 31, 2021
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Absolutely fantastic place to spend time. It is a gem in the Highlands. I could've stayed there forever. Jean and Derek are the best hosts. The atmosphere they have created adds wonders to the magic surrounding the lodge. I would not hesitate to stay at the lodge if you are thinking about it, great food, well kept place and the friendliest most welcoming people. Thank you so much for a magical time.
Jade McAllan
Jul 20, 2021
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Just recently stayed here and unfortunately it was not a great experience The people in charge were very rude who made you feel very uncomfortable and if you needed anything it was an issue as it’s meant to be spa you’d think you’d be able to relax
Next thing was the extra charge for the hot tub, now this was not declared when we checked in nor was it on the website when we booked. An extra £30 a day on top of what was an expensive room as it is that was not a good size. Itwas sneaky as they just hit you with the bill at the end. The food was frozen and just heated up and
Next thing was the extra charge for the hot tub, now this was not declared when we checked in nor was it on the website when we booked. An extra £30 a day on top of what was an expensive room as it is that was not a good size. Itwas sneaky as they just hit you with the bill at the end. The food was frozen and just heated up and
Alex Hassing
Jun 19, 2021
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Location is perfect but hospitality is appalling. Worst experience ever. On checking in the owner turned her back to me. When asked how dinner was organised, I was told we needed to order at that time, 18:00 hours..... Any later wasn't possible. At checking out time, 10:00 AM, lights and water were turned off, loud banging on door and shouting. Left key as instructed on door and left balcony door wide open , but as owner posted herself in front of car, apparently needed to be handed over... It was a disgusting experience.
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