Saddleback Cottage, Nethybridge near Aviemore http://www.nethyb.com Luxury Cottage, set in the heart of this forest village Mon, 21 Apr 2008 19:31:58 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.5 en Skiing in May…it’s possible http://www.nethyb.com/skiing-in-mayits-possible/ http://www.nethyb.com/skiing-in-mayits-possible/#comments Mon, 21 Apr 2008 19:31:58 +0000 kevin http://www.nethyb.com/?p=61 After a fantastic season in the Cairngorms, it looks like there may even be skiing in May. Although the season usually ends on 30th April. The management at the Cairngorm Mountain have decided to keep open as long as there is snow.

Book Now…some availability for weekends.

]]> http://www.nethyb.com/skiing-in-mayits-possible/feed/ Additional accommodation http://www.nethyb.com/additional-accommodation/ http://www.nethyb.com/additional-accommodation/#comments Sat, 24 Nov 2007 13:26:54 +0000 claire http://www.nethyb.com/additional-accommodation/ We have a new garage being built over the winter, we will post updates on this but our Bothy will be available as part of the house rental (at an additional charge) from April 2008. It will be ideal for grandparents who want their own space while visiting guests of Saddleback.Hopefully it will have 1 main bedroom (en-suite), a open plan living room/kitchen.   

]]> http://www.nethyb.com/additional-accommodation/feed/ Early Snow http://www.nethyb.com/early-snow/ http://www.nethyb.com/early-snow/#comments Mon, 12 Nov 2007 11:10:01 +0000 claire http://www.nethyb.com/early-snow/ The Cairngorms now have a little snow on them and it is looking like there maybe a great ski season ahead of us. Don’t hesitate to contact to arrange your ski weekend at Nethybridge which is only 25 minutes away from the ski slopes.

]]> http://www.nethyb.com/early-snow/feed/ Between Two Worlds - Glenmore http://www.nethyb.com/between-two-worlds-glenmore/ http://www.nethyb.com/between-two-worlds-glenmore/#comments Tue, 06 Nov 2007 09:44:24 +0000 claire http://www.nethyb.com/between-two-worlds-glenmore/ At night, the legends of the forest come alive

Enjoy a night-time forest journey into a hidden world that will captivate your imagination. Light and sound reveal the mystery and beauty of the historic Glenmore Forest and bring its ancient legends to life.

This ‘must see’ event involves art, music and light, created by sculptor and environmental artist Diane Maclean (www.dianemaclean.co.uk), light artist Malcolm Innes (www.lightartist.co.uk) and highland composer Bob Pegg (www.bobpegg.com).

Lighting is provided by Blacklight and water features by Aquabatics.

Your journey will begin at Glenmore village from where you will be transported into the forest for an unforgettable 3km adventure.

Tickets & essential information

]]> http://www.nethyb.com/between-two-worlds-glenmore/feed/ Autumn offers http://www.nethyb.com/autumn-offers/ http://www.nethyb.com/autumn-offers/#comments Tue, 30 Oct 2007 14:03:12 +0000 claire http://www.nethyb.com/?p=8 We are delighted to offer short break offers over up to Christmas for weeks or weekends, ideal for getting away before the thought of Christmas shopping gets too much. Relax on a cold autumn evening in the soothing warmth of the hot tub with a glass of wine - perfect!

Just contact us with your date requirement to get further details on pricing.

  • Weekends start from £200
  • Full weeks from £350
]]> http://www.nethyb.com/autumn-offers/feed/ Free Wifi http://www.nethyb.com/free-wifi/ http://www.nethyb.com/free-wifi/#comments Sat, 27 Oct 2007 08:25:24 +0000 claire http://www.nethyb.com/?p=13 We have installed a wireless router at Saddleback to allow guests to surf the Internet in the comfort of the cottage. We have a ADSL broadband connection that allows you to get the latest news and weather forecasts for the area.

In addition the Sonos mesh audio network allows you to listen to hundreds of worldwide radio stations and an extensive music collection in 3 zones.

]]> http://www.nethyb.com/free-wifi/feed/ Ecoventures - Dolphin Spotting http://www.nethyb.com/ecoventures-dolphin-spotting/ http://www.nethyb.com/ecoventures-dolphin-spotting/#comments Sun, 05 Aug 2007 12:23:59 +0000 claire http://www.nethyb.com/?p=23 We had a fantastic day trip to Cromarty, a lovely village about 40 minutes from Inverness. we booked a nature trip with Ecoventures which I’d highly reccomend. The kids loved the 12 seater RIB (rigid inflateable boat), we were lucky enough to see Seals, Seabirds, some extemely cute Harbour Porpoise, followed by several Bottle-nosed Dolphins. The commentry and trip was well organised and lots of fun.

Telephone to book on: 01381 600 323

]]> http://www.nethyb.com/ecoventures-dolphin-spotting/feed/ The Big Grey Man of Ben Macdhui http://www.nethyb.com/the-big-grey-man-of-ben-macdhui/ http://www.nethyb.com/the-big-grey-man-of-ben-macdhui/#comments Sat, 23 Jun 2007 10:14:15 +0000 claire http://www.nethyb.com/?p=24

This film about the legend of Ben Macdhui was made by a few people we know who are keen hillwalkers, well done !

]]> http://www.nethyb.com/the-big-grey-man-of-ben-macdhui/feed/ Corrieyairack Challenge 30th June 2007 http://www.nethyb.com/corrieyairack-challenge-30th-june-2007/ http://www.nethyb.com/corrieyairack-challenge-30th-june-2007/#comments Tue, 12 Jun 2007 19:13:47 +0000 claire http://www.nethyb.com/?p=25 The Correyairack Challenge is a sponsored charity challenge held every year, consisting of a 17-mile hill section over the historic Corrieyairack mountain pass (2350ft) followed by a 26-mile road section. Runners, bikers, duathletes and joggers/walkers of all levels take part so consequently there is great camaraderie and mix between ‘elites’ and ‘have a go’s’.

Contact Number: 01479 861285

]]> http://www.nethyb.com/corrieyairack-challenge-30th-june-2007/feed/ Aviemore & the Cairngorms Golf Pass - 30% Discount http://www.nethyb.com/aviemore-the-cairngorms-golf-pass-30-discount/ http://www.nethyb.com/aviemore-the-cairngorms-golf-pass-30-discount/#comments Tue, 12 Jun 2007 19:10:21 +0000 claire http://www.nethyb.com/?p=26 From the Visitaviemore.com website:

“The Aviemore and Cairngorms Golf Pass is your personal invitation to experience eight of the most dramatically situated golf coursein the heart of the Scottish Highlands. It allows you to play on a unique range of golf courses with the stunning natural backdrop of the Cairngorm Mountains. Memorable Highland hospitality helps complete the package. To play here is an experience that will stay with you forever.@

You can purchase your golf pass from any of the area’s eight courses (listed below). The cost is just £20, the pass entitles you to a 30% discount at any of these great courses:

* Spey Valley Golf Course
* Boat of Garten Golf & Tennis Club
* Craggan Golf Course
* Abernethy Golf Club
* Carrbridge Golf Club
* Grantown-on-Spey Golf Club
* Kingussie Golf Club
* Newtonmore Golf Club

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