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Reviews of Kaoglen-Spruce-Hot Tub-Forrest Setting-Pet Friendly

Glen Derby, kirkmichael Kaoglen Lodge Hotel, glen derby , kirkmichael, Balnald, PH10 7NA, United Kingdom

#8 of 12 hotels in Balnald

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Review score

Based on 58 hotel reviews

8.5

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.7

  • Comfort

    9.4

  • Location

    9.3

  • Facilities

    8.8

  • Staff

    9.4

  • Value for money

    8.0

  • Free WiFi

    8.8

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  • Reviewed: 22 August 2025

    10
    Idyllic peaceful pet friendly getaway
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite with Hot Tub
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It is fairly remote and the road to it from Pitlochry is not the best for night time driving also there is not much option for food as the onsite restaurant is limited for space and menu. So best to eat before returning to the property or make meals in the kitchenette.

    We had a lovely room in spruce and a private back enclosed area for the private hot tub. The room was spacious clean and perfect for a short getaway. We took our dogs and as it is in a vast bit of woodland there was excellent walks close at hand. Also lots of places of interest close by at PItlochry and Aberfeldy and Bruar. Would definitely stay again and may make it an annual trip.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 27 July 2025

    9.0
    Great location, peaceful and loved the hot tub.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite with Hot Tub
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing really. The bed was a bit soft but that’s a personal preference.

    Good size, and had everything we needed for our trip. So peaceful. Roof cover over the hot tub was great too. Enclosed area was great for our dog as didn’t need to worry about him wandering off. Staff were lovely too.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 17 July 2025

    8.0
    Great location, would stay again.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite with Hot Tub
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Had a lodge with hot tub. But the room only comes with a set of towels each, it would be good if there was an extra set of pool towels for hot tub as well as shower 🚿 😉

    Room as advertised, well laid out, great kitchen, spacious, clean, TV available for login for streaming channels. Restaurant on site was good.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 8 June 2025

    9.0
    Fabulous quiet break away from everything
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite with Hot Tub
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very well furnished and modern

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 17 April 2025

    10
    Fab and great value for money
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite with Hot Tub
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing it was great

    Place was fab. Everything was set ready to go, was bigger than expected, really clean, nicely decorated and private area for hot tub. Love the rural location, would absolutely recommend and stay again!

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 29 October 2024

    10
    Relaxing stay. Nice spot. Luxury cabin
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite with Hot Tub
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Never got a chance to try the bar or restaurant. But understand why not.

    Relaxing stay. Nice spot. Luxury cabin

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 October 2024

    8.0
    Beautiful setting. Great staff, Michael I believe was very helpful.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite with Hot Tub
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I would have preferred having more control of the heating. There was only one electric radiator as the central heating hadn’t been switched on for the Autumn. So no heated towel rail either. No view from this lodge and it wasn’t detached so we could hear our neighbours’ music.

    Very cosy, large comfortable bed. Own hot tub that could be used at any time as it was constantly heated. Own sitting room.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 31 July 2024

    8.0
    We had a great time overall and would go back
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite with Hot Tub
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The bar and restaurant were both closed, we knee this before arriving but it would have made the stay so much better. Also there was no garden/grass space for the dogs, basically a hit tub with fence around it

    Clean room, quiet, middle of nowhere, hot tub,

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 July 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite with Hot Tub
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Would prefer more privacy at the hotel tub area.

    Great area, comfy bed.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 July 2024

    8.0
    4 day holiday with Alfie our dog. So lots of walking near by, so after a long day walking the hot tub was a welcome sigh
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite with Hot Tub
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Clean and very homely

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 June 2024

    10
    Stunning views and beautiful stay. So private & comfortable stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite with Hot Tub
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There wasn't anything I didn't like ... we had such a lovely weekend. Just as a little suggestion ... if little condiments could be supplied, salt, sugar, tea/coffee that would be a little more personalised and add value to the price you pay.

    The location was absolutely stunning & the access to the property was very easy ! The room was absolutely stunning and clean! The extras were lovely too! It was such a lovely experience as was really private. The staff were there if needed and very friendly.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 June 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • With a pet
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite with Hot Tub
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Thought the cabin was detached

    Location, hot tub and resteraunt were excellent

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 May 2024

    9.0
    Excellent. Will hopefully visit again soon.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite with Hot Tub
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Small fence to the rear decking similar to the new pods would be a good idea. Just so the dog could sit outside without being tied up whilst using hot tub.

    Well furnished, comfortable and quiet even though all the other lodges were full. In a perfect location for relaxing, local well sign posted walks and good facilities nearby.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 March 2024

    8.0
    Lovely lodge
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite with Hot Tub
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing detrimental but would recomend some small area upgrading. Hot tub area not private or closed in even though it is to be pet friendly.area . at rear could be more utilised for each lodge rathe than the dug out earth piled up. Could do with light at night on seat area at back maybe solar power with motion sensor. Tv could do with being more recent tv channels as set up is freeview now and is 3 months behind . The WiFi very poor tried numerous times to get bbc I player, stv player itvx or other channels and Internet but every 10 mins drops off have to start again. Kitchen light bit of pain as you have to keep moving or light goes out , timer adjustment I thinks. Could benefit a chest of drawers or wardrobe for clothes no storage.. On safety matter if God forbid a fire evac you could really do with lighting on escape route and a gravel path as have to walk up grass slope and along uneven ground small cost for safety of guests.

    Layout of Lodge very good, hot tub great. location good. Very warm accommodation nice homely character to property well done.and pet friendly.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 September 2023

    9.0
    Relaxing. Just what we were looking for
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite with Hot Tub
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Outside area could be a bit more private especially with the new lodges being built.

    Very spacious lodge. Comfortable we stayed for my husbands birthday and added the balloon package which did not disappoint. Staff were friendly and helpful

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 1 August 2023

    8.0
    Nice weekend
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite with Hot Tub
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The hot tub wasn't very private and the view, whilst ok, wasn't as good as it could be given the location. There were also a lot of flies around, perhaps some sort of fly zapper would be useful. Also, the TV didn't connect to the WiFi so we couldn't access any of our TV accounts which was quite disappointing.

    The lodge and restaurant were really nice. Lots of space in the lodge and the food and service in the restaurant were top class. Lodge was spotless clean and had all the facilities for a short break. Lots of outdoors stuff to do right from the door.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 28 July 2023

    10
    Amazing stay!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Suite with Hot Tub
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    The property was beautiful Staff were so kind. Judy the dog made our trip

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 23 July 2023

    8.0
    Lovely mini moon
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite with Hot Tub
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No tea, coffee sugar etc. was a long drive into Pitlochry after we had just arrived to get the basics. Would have been a nicer touch if they were provided. Even a few sachets to start you off

    Very peaceful. Lovely and spacious, bed was very comfortable. Kitchen gadgets were great

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 2 July 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • With a pet
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite with Hot Tub
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Absolutely loved our stay at the log cabin hotel. We stayed in spruce cabin and it was perfect! Such beautiful decor and so spacious! The views from our lodge were amazing felt like we were in the middle of nowhere and the hot tub was an added bonus! Warm when we arrived and was cleaned out the morning of our second night stay. Also got the birthday package for my partners birthday and was blown away with the effort of decorations and balloons can’t thank the staff enough! The place is also super dog friendly we brought our little chihuahua with us and he loved it. The restaurant was also amazing and delicious! We will defo be back can’t wait to pick a different cabin to experience next time! Thank you so much 😊

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 22 February 2023

    9.0
    Great lodge, great location, would definitely return
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite with Hot Tub
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Privacy from hot tub - minor issue which could be solved with a half/quarter panel to block out the view from other lodges. Did not stop us using it though!

    Location, decor, cleanliness, quietness

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 16 February 2023

    10
    Great
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite with Hot Tub
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Maybe some sachets of coffee and some teabags could be provided.

    Well equipped and spacious and warm. The hot tub was looovely.

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 30 January 2023

    9.0
    Great stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite with Hot Tub
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Our switches cut out at 11 pm we had no way to finish watching a film we were watching. Couldn't charge our phones for the drive home the next day. The WiFi also cut out so had no way of contacting anyone. This was the only downfall couldn't fault anything else.

    The room and hot tub were amazing. The staff in the pub were so lovely made the trip even better telling us little things to go see.

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: 4 January 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite with Hot Tub
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Couldn’t get up to the lodges because of the snow/ice on the drive up - had no warning of this or any idea that this might be an issue. Had to get a lift from some locals in a 4x4. Also no soundproofing between rooms - could hear the guests on both sides of us (early morning & late at night in the hot tub).

    Nice open & fresh space with clean and comfortable bed. Hot tub is a great added touch however not as private as you would hope.

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: 5 December 2022

    10
    A place everyone should visit
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite with Hot Tub
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It was perfect from the room to the decor to the hottub to the location

    Stayed in December 2022

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