Reviewer Type:
Couple
Travel Purpose:
leisure
Positive:
A luxurious and welcoming a home away from home. Perfectly placed to visit multiple distilleries, with many amenities close by. The standard of the property was beyond perfect. We had everything we needed for a restful stay in the Scottish countryside.
Summary: Exceeds perfection!
Jane
·
Sep 28, 2026 07:00:00 AM
Reviewer Type:
Family With Children
Travel Purpose:
leisure
Positive:
Very friendly and personable hosts. Met us when we arrived and personally showed us around. Also gave suggestions on restaurants, grocery stores and hiking trails. Very comfortable cottage with lots of character and history! Kitchen was well supplied. Loved having a clothes washer within our unit to use! Great parking adjacent to cottage.
Summary: Charming & Comfortable cottage in a historic setting.
Debbie
·
Sep 23, 2026 07:00:00 AM
Reviewer Type:
Couple
Travel Purpose:
leisure
Positive:
Everything! The location was excellent, felt rural, but only 10mins from the nearest town and 1 hour from main city! The hosts were attentive, available and full of local knowledge, a great couple who have poured love into every detail. I especially loved the walk up the hill through the forest, which provided excellent views for miles. The accommodation was 10* way above your usual rental. We loved the cosy finishes and attention to detail and had the best nights sleep.
Negative:
Nothing
Summary: A lovely experience, we couldnt of wished for a better stay, will definitely be returning soon.
Rachael
·
Sep 22, 2026 07:00:00 AM
Reviewer Type:
Couple
Travel Purpose:
leisure
Positive:
A real home-away-from-home. The hayloft apartment is newly built, cosy and beautifully warm, with everything you could wish for during a stay, nothing was missing. What makes it truly special, though, is the couple who manage it: genuinely lovely, friendly and welcoming, so you feel at home from the moment you arrive. We'd happily come back.
Marcel
·
Sep 19, 2026 07:00:00 AM
Reviewer Type:
Couple
Travel Purpose:
leisure
Positive:
This was our second stay at Brylach; this time in the delightful Coachman’s Cottage. We had the warmest welcome from Lou and the cottage was just as beautifully presented as The Bothy, on the opposite side of the courtyard, where we stayed previously. Everything about this place is gorgeous - the view, the decor and the carefully chosen furniture. The fluffiest of fluffy towels make you think you are in a boutique hotel, rather than self catering! Loved the little tipple and shortbread. We are already looking forward to another visit later this month.
Negative:
Not a single thing to improve!
Summary: A gorgeous hidden gem in a beautiful setting.
Kerry
·
Aug 3, 2026 07:00:00 AM
Reviewer Type:
Solo Traveller
Travel Purpose:
leisure
Frances
·
Jul 26, 2026 07:00:00 AM
Reviewer Type:
Couple
Travel Purpose:
leisure
Positive:
Brylach Steading is a very peaceful place to stay, with top-quality furnishings throughout. It was exceptionally clean, and everything we needed was provided. Lou and Jan were so friendly and welcoming and genuinely cared about our experiences being there. It was so interesting to learn about the history of the place and their plans for the future. I would highly recommend Brylach Steading to anyone visiting the Moray Coast. I would go as far as saying this was the best holiday rental we have ever stayed in!
Negative:
Nothing negative to say at all.
Summary: Highly recommended - a perfect place to stay.
diane
·
Jul 25, 2026 07:00:00 AM
Reviewer Type:
Couple
Travel Purpose:
leisure
Positive:
This is a stunning place. The history of the Steading and the setting makes it feel timeless. We stayed in the Hayloft and it was by far the cleanest and comfiest accommodation we have ever booked. The attention to detail and high end quality of bedding, towels and products makes the experience a first class one.
The owners have thought of everything to make the stay exceptional and their customer service and care is top class. A very friendly couple who immediately made us feel relaxed.
We will most definitely be back.
Thank you
We had a well deserved break 🥰
Negative:
There was absolutely nothing to dislike.
Summary: First class accommodation in the Highland countryside.
Carole
·
Jul 22, 2026 07:00:00 AM
Reviewer Type:
Extended Group
Travel Purpose:
leisure
Positive:
We have been to this location before and always liked it. This time there were new owners, and we were very satisfied with them as well. We also stayed in a different cottage this time, and we liked that one very much too.
The beds were comfortable to sleep on, although we Dutch often find them on the short side. The bedrooms were larger than you find in many cottages.
We consider it a wonderful base for exploring Speyside.
The owners also live on the property and are easily reachable if you have any questions; they are happy to share their tips on what to find in the area.
Negative:
The only thing we didn't like about the cottage was the sofa, which was too low for our taste. The owners have already indicated that they intend to replace it.
We also couldn't find any regular TV channels. However, you can access various apps via the internet, so we didn't really miss the TV.
Summary: We are happy that Brylach Steading has remained just as nice a place under the new owners.
Ruben Strubbe
·
Apr 29, 2026 07:00:00 AM
Reviewer Type:
Couple
Travel Purpose:
leisure
Priyank
·
Apr 26, 2026 07:00:00 AM