The Rowan Tree Country Hotel

The hotel offers two lounges with log fires, a bar with an award-winning selection of local gins and whiskeys, and a games room. Sustainable practices include efficient waste management and an electric vehicle charging station for guests. Free parking and a designated smoking area are available on the property.

The 11 unique guest bedrooms feature Egyptian cotton sheets, en-suite bathrooms, and many have views of Loch Alvie, the Cairngorms National Park, or the surrounding mountains. Original historic elements such as stained-glass leaded windows and beamed ceilings are retained in several rooms. A king room with a large walk-in shower and a super king-size bed is available for couples.

The on-site restaurant serves Scottish dishes using locally sourced ingredients, including a cooked breakfast with porridge made with whisky. Dinner must be booked prior to arrival to avoid disappointment; the menu features venison, lamb, and chateaubriand. The bar stocks local craft beers and offers a cheese board with oatcakes.

The hotel sits in the Cairngorms National Park, within walking distance of Loch Alvie, and is a 5-minute drive from Aviemore. Cairngorm Mountain ski area, Loch Insh for watersports, and the Highland Wildlife Park are all within a short drive. The area is a designated dark skies zone, offering views of stars and the Northern Lights.

Well-behaved dogs are welcome in the hotel and can join guests in the bar area with a log fire. A nightly charge applies for additional cleaning. The hotel provides dog-friendly rooms and guests can walk directly from the property to surrounding fields and Loch Alvie.

Location: 5-minute drive from Aviemore, in Cairngorms National Park

Dining: Scottish dishes with locally sourced ingredients, whisky porridge

Rooms: 11 unique bedrooms with historic features and loch views

Pet-Friendly: Dogs allowed in bar with log fire, nightly cleaning fee

Amenities: Electric vehicle charging station, games room, log fires