The
Woodman’s Hut

How off-grid? 5/5

Off-grid electrics (lighting and usb charging only). No -WiFi.

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Sleeps 2

Stay in the Woodman’s Hut

The Woodman’s Hut — a one-of-a-kind off-grid hideaway in the heart of the Cairngorms.

Nestled in centuries-old Scots pine forest within the Cairngorms National Park, this award-winning cabin is crafted almost entirely from its surroundings — a true return to simple living, comfort and wild beauty.

Set on a wee hill, the Woodman’s Hut opens onto a vast view of the Cairngorm Mountains, the Northern Corries and the moorland stretching towards the Ryvoan Pass. There is nowhere else quite like it.

Here, life runs on a different rhythm. Shower outside under water you’ve heated yourself, surrounded by pine and sky. Use the compost loo in its own little hut and light your evening with a small solar lamp as the sun dips behind the hills. It’s all part of the experience — real, unhurried, and deeply restorative.

Inside, natural textures and warm wood create a space that feels both wild and welcoming. It’s a place to switch off, reconnect and share the quiet together.

When you’re ready to unwind a little more, fire up the Toast Sauna by the pond or explore the local forest. Then come back to your hilltop hideaway.

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Absolutely delightful and a perfect escape from the world. Wish we could have hidden away a bit longer. Thank you for taking such good care of us and for dreaming up and providing such an incredible little sanctuary.

Kim & Ed

March 2024

Facilities & Amenities

KITCHEN

HEATING

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ENTERTAINMENT

FULLY OFF-GRID

Stargazer window
Radio
Games
Books Sauna

USB sockets
No Wi-Fi
No mains electricity

A bath and shower.
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BATHROOM

SLEEPING

Bush shower
Compost loo
Linens, towels

Sleeps up to 2
Hebridean box-bed

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Wood-burning stove
Firewood provided

Self-catering
Gas cooker
Stream-cooled ‘fridge’
Larder essentials

Key Information

Check-in
4pm-10pm

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Check-out
10am

HOW WE WORK

  • Quiet hours from 10pm-8am

  • No smoking

  • No pets, sorry

  • Self-catering; groceries from our own wee Dell Grocer, the (real) Dell Grocer across the river, Nethy Store, Balliefurth Farm Shop and the Co-Op.

  • The Woodman’s Hut is the most fully off-grid of the huts. There’s a light from a battery but no mains electricity. We provide firewood.

  • We recommend packing a head torch, sturdy footwear and easily carried luggage is advised.

FIND YOUR OWN ADVENTURE

This is your place. Find your hut and explore.

The Lazy Duck is not ‘hosted’ like a hotel is, it’s different. Roger and his family may be around, or we may be away. If this is your first time here, we’ve made it easy to find your feet and you’ll receive a self check-in video before you arrive.

PAYMENT & CANCELLATION

A 30% deposit secures your stay, with the balance due six weeks before your arrival.

If your plans have to change, please let us know as soon as you can. We can only refund payment if we are able to re-let your booking, but we will do our best to promote it on our website and on the socials.

Travel insurance is a good idea too.

Full terms & conditions

Where to find us

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The Lazy Duck


Nethy Bridge

Inverness-shire


PH25 3ED