The Drey
The Drey is the
2006 Scottish Category 8 winner of the Federation of
Master Builders Awards. Spey Building and Joinery
Ltd, won the coveted title of 'Heavenly Builders' of the
year for their work on this project and to see it is to
understand why.
On the road to the
Corrieyairack pass close to Lagganbridge the cottage is
situated on a south facing slope and surrounded by Scots
pine and larch trees. Designed to reap the best possible
benefit from the unimpeded and dramatic 180deg views
towards Ben Alder and Craig Meagaidh, the Drey has been
built on stilts and is clad in locally sourced larch to
merge with its woodland setting.
Full of character, the
property boasts a high cathedral ceiling in the open
plan living accommodation, a log burning stove and
en-suite facilities.
All on the ground floor, there are three
bedrooms: 2 x twin, 1 x double with en suite (wet-room
shower, basin and WC). A second bathroom has a bath with
shower over, basin and WC.
The main area of the Drey is
open plan and includes the kitchen, dining space and
living room. Under-floor heating guarantees a cosy
homecoming after an active day outdoors and a wood
burning stove ensures all round comfort for evenings in
front of the television, (Sky TV with basic package) dvd,
reading a book or listening to music or the radio. A
starter pack of fuel for the log burning stove is
included in the rent and further supplies are available
from Laggan Stores just 500metres away.
The kitchen is fully equipped
to cater for eight - expect to find a gas hob with
electric fan oven, microwave, dishwasher, fridge and
freezer. Extra mattresses for children, a cot and
feeding chair are available at a nominal extra charge.
All bed linen, extra blankets, towels, kitchen towels
and a hairdryer are provided. A washing machine and
tumble dryer solve the problem of wet and muddy gear.
The grounds are not enclosed,
but well behaved pets are welcome at an extra charge of
£15 per week, on condition they are kept under control
at all times as most of the surrounding land is
agricultural.
In the summer, look forward
to opening the French doors on to the deck and
languishing in the drama of the scenery and the bird
life.
Sorry, no smoking.
The Drey is accessible for
and welcomes wheelchair users.
Laggan Stores is 5 mins walk
away and for your convenience, will deliver an order of
groceries, fresh produce and baked goods to The Drey to
await your arrival
www.lagganstores.com
The cosy and welcoming
Monadhliath pub is 20 mins walk away. Children are
welcome there for pub meals and the pool table keeps
them occupied while their parents relax.
www.lagganbridge.com
Laggan Wolftrax, a new
addition to the Forestry Commissions Off Road cycle
tracks is less than a mile away. With nearly 18 km of
track ranging from the 3.2 km. Blue grade Fun Park to
the extremely difficult Black grade trail containing the
"2 Ton Drop" and the "Back, Sack and Crack Attack" it
offers something for every ability.
BaseCamp MTB is the on-site
facility at Wolftrax, providing everything you'll need
for a day in the forest, Cycle hire, a spares and repair
shop, a fantastic café, showers, toilets and bike
wash. For more information visit BaseCamp website at
www.basecampmtb.com
Newtonmore is just 8 miles away with a
variety of shops and pubs, along with a craft centre and
two excellent museums. An ideal holiday location with
something for all the family!
Situated at the entrance to
the Cairngorms National Park, Laggan is the ideal base
from which to explore the Highlands. Whether its ‘Munro
bagging’, climbing, mountain biking, golfing, fishing,
skiing, riding, watersports, bird watching or absorbing
the atmosphere of Glenbogle, Laggan has it all. Where
better than the Drey to enjoy a family holiday, a
reunion of friends or a quiet retreat?
Contact
careys@laggandrey.co.uk
or phone 01528 544242
