‘Luxurious’ Aboyne hotel and spa with golf course for sale

Lodge on the Loch comes with a loch-side whisky bar, osprey viewing deck and spectacular views over the Cairngorms.

By Alberto Lejarraga

April 25 2024, 8:00 pm

The Lodge on the Loch at Aboyne is for sale. Image: CCL

A luxurious hotel and spa on the shores of Loch of Aboyne has gone on the market.

Lodge on the Lodge is described an as “iconic resort” with spectacular views over the Cairngorms National Park.

Located on 32 acres of land, the property is home to the beautiful nine-hole Loch of Aboyne golf course.

All 15 bedrooms have views of the course or the loch, with sellers saying the property offers a “truly exceptional experience”.

The resort seats on the shores of Loch of Aboyne. Image: CCL

The lawn at the front of the hotel sweeps down to the Loch. Image: CCL

Aboyne hotel & spa for sale

According to its website, The Lodge on the Loch specialises in offering breaks and hosting weddings and events.

In the online listing, estate agent CCL says the business is currently being run “to suit the needs of the owners and does not reflect the potential that the business has to offer.”

“However it is a highly profitable business, even though it trades in a reduced capacity,” they add.

When The Press and Journal contacted the hotel this evening, we were told that it is still open and that the plan is to continue running the business until someone buys it.

Some bedrooms have their own private spa facilities. Image: CCL

The outside bar is a great spot for enjoying a drink while overlooking the loch. Image: CCL

In addition to the golf course, spa and acres of land, nearby visitor attractions include Balmoral Castle, The Castle Trail and the Malt Whisky Trail.

The listing continues: “It is a truly spectacular setting with the rolling countryside surrounding the property, with the main focal point being the loch and natural wildlife.

“The lawn at the front of the property sweeps down to the loch.

“As you would expect with a property and business of the size there are ample outdoor facilities to cater for guests, club members and the ongoing daily program of the business.”

All bedrooms come with a view of the grounds. Image: CCL

Facilities include a loch-side restaurant and a bistro bar. Image: CCL

The hotel has multiple facilities including a loch-side restaurant, an osprey viewing deck, a bistro bar and a loch-side whisky bar.

There is also an outdoor hot tub with a stunning “birds eye” view balcony, a sauna cabin and an indoor relaxation room.

The hotel has five suites, with three of them having private spa facilities including a hot tub, a private loch, a double jacuzzi bath and an en-suite Hammam.