North Lodge & River Cabin, Bridge of Dye

6 guests3 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Bridge of Dye

Riverside retreat with wood-fired hot tub near Stonehaven, sleeps 6

North Lodge & River Cabin, completely refurbished in 2018, comfortably sleeps six with two king-size bedrooms and a twin room. Inside, you’ll find a large kitchen and dining area, a spacious sitting room, a wide hallway, two bathrooms and two separate loos-perfect for families or groups looking for a relaxed and roomy base at Glen Dye Retreat.

Tucked beside the River Dye, the lodge offers direct access to a private riverside path leading to the River Cabin—an off-grid haven with a wood-burning stove, floodlit woodland, and a Big Green Egg BBQ for long afternoons of swimming, relaxing, and outdoor cooking. Guests also have access to the estates own cosy BYOD space, Garden Camp with games and a log-burning stove, seasonal produce from the garden, and the electric sauna and cold plunge tanks at the Discovery and Adventure Centre.

24/7 Customer Support
Hosted 7,000+ trips and counting
Rated excellent
4.9

Property highlights

BBQ
Countryside
Dog-Friendly
EV Charging
Family Friendly
Hikes & Walks
Hot Tub
Log Burner
Nearby Pub

Bedroom 1: Double bed with a shared bathroom

Bedroom 2: Double bed with a shared bathroom

Bedroom 3: Twin beds with a shared bathroom


Availability

July 2026
August 2026

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.

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The Location

Bridge of Dye

Glen Dye Estate is located in Aberdeenshire, 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.

Nearby

Supermarket
Tesco Superstore - 7.6 miles
Town Centre
Stonehaven - 6.8 miles
Attraction
Dess Waterfall - 10 miles
Train station
Stonehaven - 13 miles
Airport
Britannia Aberdeen Hotel - 21 miles
Airport
Aberdeen International Airport - 22 miles
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Handpicked homes

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.

Reserve for free

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.

Concierge service

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.


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