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Ben Klibreck - 2 Bed Lodge

Ben Klibreck - 2 Bed Lodge

4.6
out of 5
Ratings from 21 reviews
90% of guests
recommend
Cleanliness
4.8
Comfort
4.8
Condition
4.7
Location
4.7
Value
4.4
Customer
Service
4.4

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Dolphins, glorious sandy beaches, Speyside's famous whisky trail, heather covered mountains, historic towns and castles are all just a very short distance from the lovely lodge.

Morayshire Escape

Review submitted on Sun, 22 Oct 2023
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
This was our second stay at Ben Kilbreck Lodge so we knew exactly what we were getting. A well laid out lodge with comfy beds and the added bonus of a hot tub to keep everyone relaxed. This is an ideal base for exploring the Moray coast and the Inverness area with most places of interest a maximum of an hour away but with plenty to keep you interested within a short distance. Tesco and Lidl are a short drive away to make sure you are stocked up if needed.



Lovely view in a secluded spot

Review submitted on Mon, 07 Aug 2023
4.5
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
4.0
Location
4.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
5.0
A lovely log cabin with a spectacular view (take your binoculars !). All very clean and with quality furnishings. Two things which stopped me giving 5/5. 1. No tea towel or kitchen cloths for washing up all the things that don't go in a dishwasher or to wipe down the worktops so I had to buy them in town. 2. The access road is awful - 1.5 miles of potholes.



A lot has changed in 2yrs.

Review submitted on Sun, 17 Jul 2022
3.0
out of 5
Guest doesn't recommend this property
Cleanliness
3.0
Comfort
3.0
Condition
3.0
Location
5.0
Value
3.0
Customer
Service
1.0
Really nice lodge with amazing views was how we remember it from 2019 so we booked again.
But. Time hasn’t been kind.
The decking was green and slippy, thistles growing through the steps up to the door and another 2 towering over the hot tub.
Patio doors broken so that removed the “short cut” to the decking and tub. A couple of decking nails had risen up and would have done a pretty number on a passing foot so I whacked them back in myself!
Inside the floor needs a good mop too but in general everything else was what the pictures show. Everything can be fixed if someone chooses to do it.
Our biggest problem was we picked the lodge based on it having a hot tub and due to a thermostat fault we had very little use of it.
Communication with the owners/management team was very poor. At no point we’re we contacted to see if everything was ok after having asked for a few things to be rectified.
It’s a shame as this is still a lovely lodge and we’d have been back again and again but “it” and “it’s guests” need a little more attention.



Excellent views

Review submitted on Mon, 27 Sep 2021
4.5
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Had a 5 night break here in September with friends. Lodge had everything required for an enjoyable break, including a hot tub with views right down to the Findhorn basin and across the Moray Firth. Minor criticisms would be that access road in could be improved and gates on each end of decking would be useful to help stop dogs (or children) from wandering. All in all though great time had by all and would easily return. Highly recommended.



Basic - no return

Review submitted on Sun, 15 Aug 2021
2.7
out of 5
Guest doesn't recommend this property
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
3.0
Condition
4.0
Location
3.0
Value
1.0
Customer
Service
1.0
We used the lodge as a base for walking the Dava Way and Moray Coastal path and some of the Speyside Way so were there for 10 nights.
Positive feedback – hot tub was very good after long walk. View from the patio was quite nice if you like farm land, a pig farm (to the right) and oil rigs in the distance. Inside the lodge was basic and pleasant. That’s the entire positive.
Negative feedback – tiny TV, no Wi-Fi, no washing machine, very basic and poor quality kitchen utensils. No mixing bowls, no baking trays, no sieve for draining rice, nothing to clean saucepans with and more.
We also had a very minor problem at the beginning where the contact (and I suspect the Estate owner) was rude and unhelpful.




Budgie lodge

Review submitted on Sun, 23 May 2021
4.3
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
4.0
Stayed here 3 years ago, had a few problems, all was sorted out, we then went on to have a lovely week. Rebooked for 4nights April 26th a bit disappointed about ground's around cabin's, no change in three year's, on arrival to lodge to see work vans was not a good site and then to find out we would not to able to use hot tub to following afternoon was disappointing, lodge it's self we were the first guest's in after lock down few cobwebs, mark's on front door and the towels were all thin and bleached stained, but yet again it's still a lovely place to stay great views.Problem with first night was sorted out after me phoning a week later



Wonderful!

Review submitted on Tue, 10 Nov 2020
4.8
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
The lodge was spotlessly clean, the people we had communication with were very helpful and we had a great stay. The lodge was really quiet set in the trees with amazing views, which far exceed the photos. It was so lovely to sit in the hot-tub watching the sun go down over the coast. It was just the break we needed and we hope to come back next year.



Perfect break after lockdown

Review submitted on Sun, 26 Jul 2020
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We enjoyed a perfect break at Burgie following the lockdown restrictions. The house was beautifully clean and modern. With both bedrooms being en suite there were no bathroom queues! The views over the Moray Firth were stunning and ever changing. We all enjoyed relaxing in the hot tub at the end of the day.

We felt the kitchen could perhaps be slightly better equipped. Maybe a second chopping board, a mixing bowl and a corkscrew would help cover all eventualities.

Thank you for having us - great stay and would thoroughly recommend to anyone looking for a quiet and safe break in the beautiful Morayshire countryside.





Fabulous place,beautiful views,

Review submitted on Thu, 26 Sep 2019
4.8
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Stunning log cabin with stunning views.
Just missing 2 small things, bath mats for the bathroom and place mats to protect the gorgeous dining rable. Everything else was perfect. Cannot wait to go back..



Ben Kilbreck stay

Review submitted on Wed, 18 Sep 2019
4.5
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
4.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
4.0
The lodge was situated in a beautiful location with fantastic views over Findhorn Bay and beyond to the Moray Firth. Upon arrival we found the lodge in excellent order and very clean and would thoroughly recommend. A couple of minor points to note. The hot tub could be done with a new cover as the worn parts at the side allowed the local wildlife to descend into it during the night which meant we were continually fishing them out. Also wi-fi would have been helpful rather than having to use data allowances for the full week.



Excellent relaxed break

Review submitted on Mon, 27 May 2019
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We loved the lodge and the view. The lodge was very clean and tidy. It was great to relax here for a few days and in the hot tub although it was very windy with no privacy/weather shelter around some of the hot tub.

The area was prefect as it was not too far away from activities, sight seeing, shopping, etc.

We would recommend to others and we also would like to come back again sometime.



Great location/great views

Review submitted on Mon, 25 Mar 2019
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Ben Klibreck is an ideal location, providing quiet, secluded, comfort with magnificent views over the Moray Firth. It is within easy reach of Inverness Airport, and lots of attractions to visit.



Perfect Speyside stay

Review submitted on Thu, 21 Feb 2019
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
You will not regret choosing to stay if you want a relaxing break in comfort.

Ben Klibreck is a well appointed lodge in an excellent position for relaxing times in the hot tub enjoying uninterrupted views ovee Moray Firth.

Everything you need is provided for your stay, with one exception: bath robes would make using the hot tub a great deal better. The sort of thing most people wouldn't have space for in their suitcase.





Amazing winter Break

Review submitted on Thu, 07 Feb 2019
4.8
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
4.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
The view are amazing with lovely views of the stars on a clear night. Staff were prompt with fixing an issue with an external light bulb. Would love to visit again x



Fantastic break, beautiful lodge, perfect setting!

Review submitted on Mon, 31 Dec 2018
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We had a fantastic stay at Ben Kilbreck! The lodge is stunning and clean. The location is perfect and picturesque and the facilities are more than sufficient. We got this break at a fantastic price and would 100% recommend to others. Bars, restaurants and shops are just a 10 minute drive away should you need anything and there are lots of tours, landmarks and activities nearby.



Excellent stay

Review submitted on Thu, 08 Nov 2018
4.8
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
4.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Our stay in Forres couldn’t have been better. Loved it and will certainly be back. Would Benefit from having a car



Relaxing break

Review submitted on Mon, 22 Oct 2018
4.8
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
4.0
Spent 4 nights here with my partner. Overall this was a great lodge in a beautiful part of the country. I will list some points of relevance to future guests (not complaints) below.

1. The exterior of lodges in pictures shown are not on the estate. These appear to be the lodges in an entirely different place. Currently the grounds around lodges are unfinished and ..well ‘rugged’.

2. The access roads for last 1-2 miles are in really bad condition. Make sure you’re not in a low sports car and you go slow.

3. There are is no milk/tea/coffee etc. There may be some washing up liquid/tabs etc but only if previous guest left any. Minimal toilet roll provided.

4. The 2 bed has no washing machine yet some booking sites indicated there was.

5. Only 1 shower in 2 bed and bath only in second bathroom.

6. A little minor wear and tear showing e.g tools for Dyson missing. 1 window missing the blind/ curtains.

7. Minimal towels provided. Advise bring extra especially with hot tub use.

8. The decking area around isn’t gated, therefore young children and dogs can’t be let out without supervision.

9. Only 1 pillow per person.

10. Kitchen well stocked with plates, cutlery etc.

11. Very clean and modern.

12. No WiFi but good 02 and vodaphone 4g signals.

13. Very warm and good water pressure.

14. Excellent hot tub.

15. External doors could be stiff and hard to open/ lock at times.

Already planning a return visit.







Lovely property with great views

Review submitted on Fri, 19 Oct 2018
4.5
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
4.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
4.0
Lovely lodge kitted out to a high standard. Great views of the countryside and good base for travelling in the Highlands. Farm Road up to the property isn't the best so just take your time driving up but lodge itself is first class.



Ben Kilbreck

Review submitted on Mon, 15 Oct 2018
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Superb lodge with excellent views of Moray Firth. Slight problem with the cleanliness of the lodge when checked in as bins and dishwasher hadn’t been emptied from previous owners. Hot tub lid kept coming off in the wind. After contacting the owner, the relevant staff came quite quickly and fixed the hot tub and the housekeeping staff apologised for the state of bins and dishwasher (which had to be emptied and cleaned by myself). Housekeeper assured that this was an one off incident.



We enjoyed a comfortable and relaxing weekend in Ben Kilibreck lodge and thoroughly recommend it.

Review submitted on Wed, 26 Sep 2018
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
The lodge is very well designed and built, and the heating is excellent as are the other services. The hot tub is not to be missed no matter what the weather! The view over the Moray Firth and well beyond into the north and west is incomparable. The lodge is mostly very well equipped but there are a few things which might be provided to make it even better. In this day and age, the lack of broadband might be a disadvantage for some tenants, but installation may be very difficult. The equipping of the kitchen is a little sparse should the tenants be entertaining. For instance there is no teapot. The kitchen equipment could perhaps be reviewed. The provision of a soap dish in the shower would be helpful. The provision of towels could be more generous.
The lodge is a considerable distance from the main road and unfortunately the access roads are full of potholes in several places.
This might be a significant disadvantage for some tenants and it would be a great pity if the popularity of the lodges was diminished because of the state of the access roads.
These comments are not criticism. They are intended to be helpful so that the pleasure and enjoyment for the tenants is even greater than at present.






Weekend in September

Review submitted on Wed, 19 Sep 2018
4.8
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
4.0
This was a wonderful weekend. The weather was kind, so the views across the Moray Firth from the hot-tub were stunning. The area is lovely and quite tourist friendly, but the cabin was so well appointed and comfortable that had the weather been awful it would have been no hardship to have been confined to barracks all weekend. I cant recommend this property highly enough.