Check-in
From 4:00pm, self check-in.
Set within a charming Victorian steading, this modern cottage offers generous space for up to seven guests, with two king-size bedrooms, a twin, and a single. The house includes a large kitchen/dining area, a spacious sitting room, and two bathrooms, making it ideal for families or groups. It’s often booked alongside No.5 Steading for larger gatherings, offering access to a bigger garden and the Smiddy communal space.
Outside, a private yard features a Big Green Egg barbecue and dining area, while just along a woodland path, a Swedish wood-fired hot tub offers the perfect retreat. Guests also have access to Glen Dye Retreats unique amenities, including the Estates own traditional BYOB space, Garden Camp with classic games and a cosy cabin, and the Discovery & Adventure Centre with its electric sauna, cold shower, and plunge tanks. Seasonal produce and eggs are available from the garden, and essentials can be picked up at the on site general stores.
Ground Floor
Bedroom 1: Double bed with a shared bathroom
Bedroom 2: Double bed with a shared bathroom
First Floor
Bedroom 3: Double bed with a shared bathroom
Bedroom 4: Single bed with a shared bathroom
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Weekends full? Midweek stays are up to 40% cheaper.
Reserve now, pay the rest later
We only require 30% upfront, with the balance due 60 days before check-in. Need time to decide? We can hold your dates for 24 hours at no cost.
Glen Dye Estate is located in Kincardineshire, surrounded by 30,000 acres of wilderness with the River Dye winding through its ancient pine forests, heather-covered hills and expansive moorland. Beneath the granite tor of Clachnaben, the landscape feels untouched—rich in wildlife, steeped in history and filled with the quiet magic that only true remoteness can bring. Views stretch for miles across wooded glens and rolling hills, with ever-changing skies shifting from golden morning light to long, luminous sunsets.
Adventure begins at your doorstep. Hike to waterfalls, cycle quiet forestry tracks or wild swim in the river; wander gentle woodland paths or climb towards Clachnaben for panoramic summit views. The estate itself is alive with simple pleasures—gather eggs from the hens, pick seasonal vegetables from the garden and meet neighbours at the Glen Dye Arms, the estate’s BYOB space. A wide range of experiences can also be arranged, from bushcraft and venison masterclasses to forest bathing, archery tag, salmon and sea trout fishing, bike hire and axe throwing, alongside creative workshops, whisky tastings, yoga sessions and even private cinema hire. Once your booking is confirmed, the Birch Stays team will be delighted to help curate activities and ensure your stay is truly unforgettable.
We’re selective about what homes make the collection. Every home is vetted and chosen for its design, its setting, and whether it actually delivers when you walk through the door.
We know rounding everyone up takes time. We can hold any property free for 24 hours while you check with the group. No payment, no commitment, no pressure.
Need a private chef for Saturday night? Help adding guests to a booking or choosing between three houses? Want the hot tub turned on? That’s what we’re here for.