I spent three nights at the Lazy Duck in April 2013. It was quite amazing. Very quirky but very comfortable whilst still in keeping with the feeling of being in the wonderful forest around Nethy. Lots of privacy but it would be a good idea to go with close friends. If you are here in winter or anything other than... More

My teenage daughter and I stayed at the Bunkhouse for 3 nights. We had a great stay. Loved the woodfire stove. Very peaceful to walk around and unwind after a day of sightseeing. The only complaint I have is my GPS didn't want to find the place so well so we had to stop for directions. The support staff was... More

This hostel only has 8 beds, and is more like a cabin than anything. It was in such a serene location, if you are happy to make the effort to get there, it's definitely worth it. For groups it would make for perfect accommodation. I spent half a day just enjoying the cabin, with the fire on, listening to some... More

The hostel is small but has everything you need and a wonderful character. It is on the edge of the village, with Abernethy Forest a mile away and Red squirrels on the feeder outside the window. Staff were friendly and very helpful. There is a cottage, hut, small campsite, the owners and their ducks on site so there are a... More

I have stayed at the lazy duck twice as a base for snowsports at Cairngorms. The hostel is peaceful, superbly maintained (there was ten years between the two visits and the place shows no signs of wear), well equipped kitchen and the perfect place for some post boarding beers in front of the fire (inside or out). Have visited with... More

I couldnt speak more highly of my stay at the lazy duck from 1st - 3rd of September 2011 and have already recommended to friends and family. I have stayed in plenty of hostels before and this is without doubt my favourite to date. From the moment you go through the gate you're greeted with ducks, goats and pine forrest.... More

Spent a great couple of nights camping here. Surroundings were pretty nice too. The local pub was only a 15 minute walk which meant that we could enjoy a couple of pints before settling for the night. I would warn campers coming for a chilled out, relaxing break to be prepared to follow a lengthy amount of rules, some of... More

We took Lazy Duck Hostel as a private rental. It was bliss! A really cosy, wood-built mountain-hut style place with lots of charm. Lots of visitors - ducks, other birds, Jango the dog and many squirrels. A fantastic base for exploring the Cairngorms and great to come back to the woodburner and covered garden at the end of the day... More

I stayed at the Lazy duck Hostel for two nights in April 2011 with 5 other family members. The hostel itself is wonderfully quirky with little windows by each bunk and a wood burning stove with plentiful supply of wood. David & Valerie were very hospitable to show us the ropes and if we needed anything. Combined with beautiful views... More