A journey for two: a week shaped by the wild
Share the scenery of Sutherland, Loch Ness and the Cairngorms where days unfold to the rhythm of nature and discoveries in the wild, just the two of you.
Highlights
- Scenic cycles and wild swimming in Sutherland
- Loch-side walks, e-biking and garden strolls in Loch Ness
- A sauna in a yurt, and hiking the glens of the Cairngorms
Information
- Duration: recommend seven days
- Who for: couples
- Good to know: pack walking shoes and a swimsuit
- Travel: WildLand can assist with 4×4 car hire for those coming into Inverness by air or rail
Kyle House
Romantic Kyle House sits within the UNESCO-listed Flow Country in northerly Sutherland, where regeneration is slowly reshaping this vast landscape. For a nature-loving couple, it is the ideal start to a beguilingly slow adventure: intimate and quiet, and entirely surrounded by wild space.
With its design-led, made-for-two interiors inspired by Scandinavia and views stretching over the Kyle of Tongue, this is a place where large windows frame the drama of shifting weather, while cosy corners, a flickering fireplace, a deep bathtub and soft sofas invite you to slow right down.
By contrast, the outside is where nature thrills. Spend your days hiking the coastal paths, cycling quiet single-track roads, taking an invigorating swim in the North Sea or exploring parts of the iconic NC500 route. Back at home, enjoy preparing thoughtful meals with ingredients provided by local producers, or let our chef take over.
Gatehouse Cottage
Travelling south towards Loch Ness, the landscape softens. At Aldourie Estate you’ll settle into Gatehouse Cottage – Aldourie Castle in miniature, encircled by woodland, walled gardens and scenic glimpses of the loch.
Slow your pace with gentle strolls or e-bikes along the Loch Ness’s shoreline paths, where the water’s edge feels endless and the air carries the scent of pine. Explore the estate’s walled garden on a guided tour, seeing first-hand how food, flowers and nature co-exist in an ecosystem shaped by care. Browse Beauly’s craft studios for Scottish cashmere and handmade pieces, connecting to the makers and heritage that define this part of the Highlands.
Evenings are peaceful: for a treat, indulge in dinner cooked by Aldourie Castle chefs in your cottage or simply self-cater with produce from the gardens.
Killiehuntly Farmhouse
Your last few days lead you to the wide, rewilded landscapes of the Cairngorms – WildLand’s flagship of regeneration, where forests thrum with life, wildlife thrives and the land is full of hope.
Settle into the Hayloft at Killiehuntly, a quiet retreat that’s perfect for two, designed with soft, pared-back simplicity. Outside, your uplifting surroundings encourage activity: hike or bike into the hills, following paths that open to views of ancient woodland, sweeping moors and the shifting line of the mountains. Join one of the complimentary conservation walks to understand the land’s ongoing renewal and end every day with a restorative session in the sauna yurt.
At Killiehuntly, let our team take care of you both with nourishing farmhouse breakfasts, lunches prepared for you and shared suppers in the farmhouse, shaped by seasonal ingredients.
How can I book this?
Can I swap out the activities here?
Of course, our team can create bespoke journeys to suit your needs, this itinerary is just an example of a popular journey our guests take.
