Colin & Sarah moved to Cardhu Country House in 2014 with their son, Cameron, and Sarah's parents, Val & Dave. Val & Dave built the business over eight years, winning a reputation for outstanding service. In early 2023, they handed the reins to Colin & Sarah. Colin & Sarah, who have known each other since childhood, have worked in hospitality for many years, gaining a wealth of experience. Sarah had a long and distinguished career as a member of cabin crew for an international airline and Colin has worked for several high-profile restaurants, at home and abroad. More recently, he worked for a number of prestigious whisky brands in the Speyside area.

Cardhu Country House is a former manse situated next to Knockando church and in the heart of Speyside. Having been restored to retain its historical character, our home has also been updated to ensure a warm, cosy and welcoming environment for our guests to enjoy during their stay. Generously proportioned bedrooms give space and the tranquil location affords the opportunity for relaxation.

Here at Cardhu, we are perfectly placed for access to the Malt Whisky Trail and prestigious golf clubs but the Highlands has lots more to offer. Relax at the Sunshine Coast, eat some of the world's best seafood, fish on fast rivers, hike or cycle up Munros or visit castles galore! There is something for everyone whether you want to delve into Scottish culture, take it nice and easy or push yourself to the limit. The milder climate of Speyside makes for perfect barley growing weather; couple it with fresh water from the River Spey and you have the makings of some of the world’s finest whiskies. The Malt Whisky Trail takes you on a journey of discovery from illicit secret distilleries hidden away in heather-clad mountains to the industrial revolution to the global brands of today. The closest distillery to us is Cardhu, The Macallan Distillery, with its award-winning visitor centre, is less than seven miles away. Fishing on fast rivers and lakes... The River Spey attracts fishermen from all over the world for its rich bounty of salmon and trout. Many estates have fishing beats along its banks but there are also smaller clubs selling river tickets for the day. A proud golfing tradition... Being the national game of Scotland, it is no wonder we have so many golf courses everywhere. Ranging from world-class courses like Nairn, Royal Dornoch and Castle Stuart with its breathtaking views to inland clubs like Grantown-on-Spey. Just stretching your legs or shredding up mountains… The Speyside Way is one of Scotland’s four official Long Distance Routes, connecting Spey Bay on the Moray Coast to Newtonmore on the edge of the Cairngorms. With diverse scenery, from ocean views of the Bay or across moors and woodland and on to the mountains as the trail passes the Cairngorms, it’s a feast for the eye. There are superb routes for walkers and cyclists of all ages and abilities whether you want to feel the burn or just stretch your legs.