Discover Dorback Estate – A Highland Retreat with a Purpose

Just minutes from Nethy Bridge, in the heart of the Cairngorms National Park

Tucked on the edge of the peaceful village of Nethy Bridge and enveloped by the rugged beauty of the Cairngorms, Dorback Estate offers more than just a place to stay, it offers a chance to be part of something bigger. Spanning thousands of acres of wild moorland, ancient Caledonian pinewoods, and glacially carved valleys, Dorback is a Highland landscape shaped over millennia, and now it’s entering a new chapter.

From Sporting Estate to Regenerative Landscape

For generations, Dorback was managed as a traditional sporting estate. But in 2024, it took a bold step into the future when it was acquired by Oxygen Conservation, an ambitious UK-based company dedicated to restoring nature, promoting biodiversity, and creating spaces that benefit both the environment and local communities.

Dorback is now being reimagined: less about extraction, more about regeneration. By choosing to stay here, you’re not just enjoying the serenity of the Highlands you’re supporting one of the UK’s most forward-thinking conservation efforts.

Stay in Comfort, Surrounded by Nature

The estate’s cottages are now marketed by Great North Lodges, helping connect guests with this unique and evolving place. Whether you’re looking for a quiet escape or a base for adventure, the accommodation at Dorback offers:

• A peaceful location just outside Nethy Bridge, close to shops, cafes, and walking trails
• Warm, comfortable interiors with eco-conscious touches throughout
• The chance to spot red squirrels, black grouse, pine marten and eagles from your doorstep
• Direct access to scenic walks, rewilding zones, and ancient forest paths

Be Part of Dorback’s Future

Every stay supports ongoing conservation work and contributes to a living landscape being transformed for generations to come. Dorback isn’t just a place to visit, it’s a place where nature is being restored, and guests are part of the story.