Aquila: Luxury Self-Catering Accommodation at Eagle Brae

Aquila is one of Eagle Brae’s most spectacular log cabins in the Scottish Highlands. It sits on the edge of a dramatic hillface in Strathglass, Inverness-shire, with floor-to-ceiling windows and a large covered deck delivering panoramic views. It also sleeps four to six guests and welcomes dogs.

So, whether you’re planning a family holiday, a group celebration, or a Highland escape with close friends, Aquila offers luxury self-catering accommodation that is hard to match.

The name Aquila comes from the Latin for golden eagle. Fittingly, five known golden eagle eyries sit within 20 miles of Eagle Brae. Red deer, pine martens, and red squirrels are also regularly seen across the estate. This is because wildlife here is not simply a backdrop. It’s central to what makes this luxury self-catering accommodation at Eagle Brae so memorable.

Luxury Self-Catering Accommodation with Panoramic Highland Views

Pioneer Log Homes of British Columbia hand-carved every log of Aquila from massive western red cedar. The logs were then shipped to Scotland and reassembled entirely by hand on the Strathglass hillside. Deep cedar grain, therefore, provides the cabin with natural insulation throughout. It also fills the interior with a warm, lasting scent that sets this apart from any standard self-catering log cabin in Scotland.

And inside, a chandelier crafted from naturally shed antlers hangs in the vaulted ceiling. Himalayan wood carvings, made by hand in host Pawana’s home village, also cover the logs throughout. Additionally, cotton rugs woven specially for Eagle Brae in the Himalayas add warmth and colour to the cedar floors. Outside, a large covered deck wraps around the cabin with hand-carved panel railings and a corner picnic table. The roof overhang also means the deck works in any Highland weather.

View the Eagle Brae resort map to see exactly where Aquila sits on the estate.

Sustainable Luxury Self-Catering in the Highlands

Eagle Brae is one of very few tourism destinations in the world to offer completely carbon-neutral holiday accommodation. Heating comes from a central biomass system. Electricity comes from micro-hydro and solar power. Furthermore, the massive cedar logs provide natural insulation year-round, keeping Aquila warm in winter and cool in summer. Your luxury self-catering accommodation in the Highlands therefore comes with a clear conscience.

VisitScotland recognises sustainable self-catering as one of the fastest-growing areas of Scottish tourism. Eagle Brae has operated this way since 2013, well before sustainability became standard language in hospitality.

Group Accommodation in Scotland: Sleeping Four to Six

Aquila is designed for both togetherness and privacy. Two bedrooms configure as doubles or twins to suit your group. Two single character log beds on the mezzanine sit built into the wall with cosy curtains, and they are consistently a favourite with younger guests. As a result, Aquila works exceptionally well as luxury self-catering accommodation for families with children of all ages.

Two high-specification bathrooms serve the cabin. One includes a private sauna, which is ideal after a long day on the Highland hills. A dedicated office nook also keeps guests connected when needed. For groups comparing similar options, Buteo and Loxia also sleep four to six and are worth exploring.

Dog-Friendly Log Cabins in the Scottish Highlands

Aquila is fully dog-friendly, as are all ten cabins across Eagle Brae. It is consequently one of the most welcoming dog-friendly log cabins in Scotland. The spacious interior gives dogs plenty of room alongside their owners. Underfloor heating makes returning from a wet Highland walk considerably more appealing. Natural flooring handles muddy paws with ease.

Forest tracks, mountain paths, and open hillside all begin directly from the cabin door. There is no need to drive anywhere to find a great walk. After a full day out, dogs can stretch out beside the log burner while guests relax on the covered deck. Read our guide to dog-friendly activities at Eagle Brae for ideas before you arrive.

Everything Included in Your Luxury Self-Catering Stay

Aquila arrives fully equipped from the moment you walk through the door. As such, the kitchen includes an oven, grill, hob, microwave, food processor, steamer, dishwasher, fridge, and freezer. A washing machine, dryer, linen, towels, and a hairdryer are also included. Free fibre-optic Wi-Fi, a smart TV, Blu-ray and DVD player, Bluetooth stereo, PC, printer, and a landline for free calls to UK mobiles and landlines are also provided.

On top of this, a welcome hamper of local Scottish produce greets you on arrival. Complimentary consumables also include firelighters, kindling, logs, and electricity. Kitchens come stocked with olive oil, salt, pepper, sugar, tea, and coffee, too. And in the bathrooms, you’ll find soap, shampoo, conditioner, shower gel, and toilet rolls. Wild bird feed for the deck feeders also attracts red squirrels and woodland birds throughout the day.

Visit our tariffs page for full pricing, or explore our concierge service for pre-arrival grocery delivery.

Highland Activities from Your Log Cabin Door

Eagle Brae sits on an 8,000-acre Highland estate between Strathglass, Glen Affric, and Glen Strathfarrar. Aquila is therefore an exceptional base for Highland breaks in Scotland. Guests can enjoy guided canoeing through a 100ft gorge on the River Glass, fishing for brown trout and salmon on the Rivers Farrar and Glass, and Black Grouse safaris exclusive to Eagle Brae guests. So, you’ll never run out of things to do.

Moreover, camera stalking, mountain biking, clay pigeon shooting, and pony trekking through Glen Affric are all available on-site. Glen Affric National Nature Reserve, Loch Ness, and Inverness are also within easy reach. And on clear winter nights, guests at Aquila have spotted the Northern Lights from the deck.

Book Aquila: Luxury Self-Catering Accommodation in the Scottish Highlands

Aquila offers panoramic Strathglass views, a private sauna, handcrafted design, and a full dog-friendly welcome. It is therefore one of the finest large log cabins in Scotland for groups and families seeking genuine Highland luxury. Dates fill quickly, too, particularly in summer and over the festive period. So, securing your stay early is advisable.

Get in touch with the Eagle Brae team today to check availability and start planning your stay. And for smaller groups, Ardea, Certhia, and Cinclus sleep two to four and are equally worth exploring.