Welcome to St Drostan’s Lodge, Glenesk
Situated in beautiful Glenesk, St Drostans Lodge offers self-catering accommodation for up to 16 people in eleven bedrooms with accessible facilities for the less mobile and disabled.
Located in the rural village of Tarfside, the Lodge is an ideal base for those who love hill walking and nature, or for anyone just looking for a quiet place to relax.
The Forbes Room, our function room, is ideal for parties, meetings, musical or artistic workshops, youth groups or yoga retreats. The adjacent St Drostan’s church, built in 1879, is always open for quiet contemplation.
The dark night skies offer a beautiful vantage point for the northern lights or stargazers, and the surrounding countryside provides a home to a wide range of wildlife and birds - the village has a resident peacock who often visits.
Drake’s Pool offers opportunities for wild swimming, and there are stunning walks to Loch Lee and the Queen’s Well, and climbs to the Maule Monument and the most easterly Munro, Mount Keen.
The Glen Esk Folk museum, just over a mile away, offers an interesting insight into the Glen’s history and sumptuous refreshments, and the nearest town of Edzell offers more opportunities for dining, golf, a driving range, and shops.
Alternatively, at nearby Fettercairn you’ll find a distillery, a sustainable boutique and a restaurant in a charming Victorian setting.
Testimonials
We spend an amazing time walking, reflecting, and enjoying time together. This incredible Lodge provided warmth, comfort, and gave us space for much prayerful reflection, joyful chat, and mirth.
Even tho’ the weather was not kind to us – a great time was had by all. Visited by the slightly bedraggled peacock on a number of occasions, it really seemed to enjoy a bit of Lemon Drizzle Cake!!
A wonderful few days enjoyed by ten of us from Dundee. We had beautiful weather for long walks, sitting in the garden, and general ambling about the area. All agreed (yet again) it’s the most scenic Glen, truly Gods own Country.
Had the most amazing Yoga Retreat with the other ladies and used nature’s pools for a dip. Wonderful location and great facilities.
Had a wonderful weekend, weather stunning, loved seeing the lambs, squirrels, runner ducks, geese, and the new addition of Bob the Peacock. Great walks, dips, and sitting out in the sun.
Thank you for making this wonderful place open to groups! We enjoyed the peace and tranquillity.