Tringa: Log Cabin Holidays for Two at Eagle Brae

Tringa is one of Eagle Brae’s most private and romantically positioned log cabins. It sits on the edge of an elevated ridge in Strathglass, Inverness-shire, with sweeping views of the River Glass and the rolling hills beyond. The deck faces entirely away from every other cabin on the estate, so your Highland retreat feels genuinely secluded. Tringa sleeps two guests and welcomes dogs. In short, it is one of the finest log cabin holidays for two in Scotland.

The name Tringa refers to the Greenshank, a slender wader bird with distinctive green legs found in summer on the hill lochs above Eagle Brae. Deer, pine martens, and badgers visit the deck regularly. As a result, wildlife watching from the comfort of your cabin is part of the Tringa experience.

Self-Catering Accommodation in the Highlands and Views That Stay With You

Tringa is a highland log cabin like no other and occupies one of the most elevated positions at Eagle Brae. From the large private deck, uninterrupted views stretch across the River Glass and into Strathglass. The surrounding hills also remain untouched in every direction.

So, there are no roads, no buildings, and no intrusions into the Highland panorama. Furthermore, because the deck points entirely away from the rest of the resort, your outdoor space belongs completely to you.

Inside, Tringa is one of the few cabins at Eagle Brae without decorative taxidermy on display, giving the interior a particularly clean and contemporary feel. Look out for the hand-carved bear on the kitchen log post, one of the many intricate carvings that run throughout every cabin at Eagle Brae. Hand-woven tweed curtains, custom hardwood furniture, and hand-woven cotton rugs complete the interior.

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

Layout and Comfort of this Romantic Cabin for Two

Tringa sleeps two guests in one beautifully appointed double or twin room with its own en-suite bathroom. The ground floor brings a sitting room, kitchen, and dining area together in an open-plan layout. And upstairs, a second sitting room and office nook provide additional space to read, plan, or simply look out across the glen in peace.

The cabin is also fully heated by underfloor heating and a log-burning stove, which becomes the natural heart of the room on cold Highland evenings. And because Tringa is designed for two, every space feels considered and personal rather than scaled up and impersonal.

For couples seeking similar cabins that also sleep two, Sylvia, Parus, and Strix are all worth exploring.

Handcrafted Design and Sustainable Highland Living

Pioneer Log Homes of British Columbia built Tringa from massive western red cedar logs. Pioneer Log Homes shipped them across the Atlantic, and we reassembled every log by hand on the Strathglass hillside. So, there are no machine-cut logs anywhere at Eagle Brae. No two logs are the same, and the result is a cabin that feels solid, warm, and totally unique.

Hand-carved panels depicting Scottish wildlife, Celtic knotwork, and Pictish motifs also run throughout the interior of Tringa.

Additionally, Eagle Brae runs entirely on renewable energy. A micro-hydro turbine and biomass boilers supply electricity and heating across the whole estate. The cedar logs themselves provide natural insulation year-round. Therefore, a stay at Tringa is as low-carbon as it is luxurious, making it one of the most sustainably run self-catering log cabins in Scotland.

Dog-Friendly Self-Catering Accommodation in the Highlands

Tringa is fully dog-friendly, as are all ten cabins across Eagle Brae. It’s therefore a popular choice for couples looking for romantic log cabin breaks for two that also welcome their dog. The estate covers 8,000 acres of forest tracks, open hillside, and riverside paths, all beginning directly from the cabin door. So, you don’t have to drive to find a great walk.

What’s more, after a long day exploring the Highlands, dogs can settle beside the log-burning stove while guests relax on the deck with the River Glass visible below. Eagle Brae’s own Bernese Mountain Dog is also a familiar face around the grounds and loves meeting new arrivals. Read our guide to dog-friendly activities at Eagle Brae before you arrive.

Everything Included in Your Self-Catering Log Cabin Stay

Tringa arrives fully stocked and ready from the moment you walk through the door. The kitchen comes equipped with an oven, grill, hob, microwave, food processor, steamer, dishwasher, fridge, and freezer. A washing machine and dryer, linen, towels, and a hairdryer are also included.

Free 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 also cover every practical need.

In addition, a welcome hamper of Highland treats greets you on arrival. Complimentary consumables also include firelighters, kindling, logs, and electricity. Wood pellets for the biomass system are also provided.

Kitchens come stocked with olive oil, salt, pepper, sugar, tea, and coffee. Bathrooms include soap, shampoo, conditioner, shower gel, and toilet paper. And wild bird feed for the outside table is also included, attracting woodland birds and red squirrels throughout the day.

Visit our tariffs page for full pricing, or explore our concierge service to arrange grocery delivery before you arrive.

Wildlife, Walking, and the Highlands on Your Doorstep

Eagle Brae sits between Glen Strathfarrar, Strathglass, and Glen Affric National Nature Reserve, three of the most spectacular Highland landscapes in Scotland. Tringa is therefore an exceptional base for log cabin breaks for two that combine walking, wildlife, and total rest.

On clear winter nights, the Northern Lights have also been visible from the estate. Moreover, guided canoeing through a 100ft gorge, trout and salmon fishing, camera stalking, and Black Grouse safaris are all available on the estate. Loch Ness and Inverness are both within easy reach for a day out, too. Read our guide to Highland wildlife seasons to plan your visit around what you most want to see when visiting Eagle Brae.

Book Tringa: Romantic Self-Catering Accommodation in the Scottish Highlands

Tringa at Eagle Brae offers ridge-top views over the River Glass, a private deck facing away from the resort, handcrafted cedar interiors, and a warm, intimate layout designed for two. It’s therefore one of the most distinctive and memorable self-catering log cabins in Scotland for couples. And this is true whether you’re planning a honeymoon, an anniversary, or simply a long-overdue Highland escape.

Dates fill quickly, particularly in summer and over the festive period. So, get in touch with the Eagle Brae team to check availability and start planning your stay. Browse all Eagle Brae log cabins to compare options across the estate.