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Marlin Sent on 03/07/2026Dream wedding at Mar Lodge
We got engaged in June 2025 and immediately started searching for our perfect 2026 wedding venue. We visited everything from DIY barns and walled gardens to luxurious castle estates and even a boathouse. While they all had their own charm, none of them quite worked for our 120 guests, each presenting different challenges. Mar Lodge was excellent value for the money.
Then we found Mar Lodge - and from the moment we saw it, we knew it was the one. We rented the entire estate from Friday through to Monday, and it exceeded every expectation.
Mar Lodge is truly one of a kind. The main lodge, the Stag Ballroom, and the surrounding grounds are simply breathtaking. The Victorian architecture and interiors are unlike anything we've seen before, creating an unforgettable setting with an incredible sense of character and grandeur. The venue comfortably accommodated all of our guests, and every space was put to good use throughout the weekend. We were fortunate enough to have our ceremony outside, but the indoor rooms are equally stunning and would have made a beautiful alternative. The billiards room quickly became everyone's favourite gathering spot and was probably the most-used room over the weekend!
The entire estate has an undeniable wow factor and provides the perfect backdrop for a traditional Scottish wedding. Having exclusive use of the lodge for the whole weekend made the experience even more special, allowing us to relax and spend quality time with our family and friends.
Finally, a huge thank you to the entire Mar Lodge team. From our very first conversations through to the wedding weekend itself, they were exceptional. They were friendly, responsive, accommodating, and nothing ever felt like too much trouble. Their support made the whole experience completely stress-free.
We truly had the best weekend of our lives, and judging by the feedback from our guests, they did too. We couldn't recommend Mar Lodge more highly to anyone looking for a truly unforgettable wedding venue.
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Erin Sent on 11/05/2026Exactly How We Imagined
We honestly could not have dreamed of a more perfect place to celebrate our wedding than Mar Lodge. Myself and the Groom are both from Braemar and we always knew this was the venue for would choose. The area means so much to us and the venue itself is breath-taking.
The scenery and views surrounding the lodge is spectacular, there is no shortage of photo opportunities. There is so many to choose from and even if the weather isn't looking good, I can guarantee the photos will look amazing with the backdrop. Every part of the estate feels peaceful, grand, and incredibly special, and our guests who were not local are still talking about how stunning the location was. Our vibes were Scottish, Romantic and we wanted to include our dogs wherever we could and Mar Lodge hit every nail on the head.
The lodge itself is full of charm, elegance, and character while still feeling warm and welcoming. There is such a unique atmosphere at Mar Lodge that you cannot recreate anywhere else. Having all of our closest friends and family together in such an intimate and beautiful setting made the entire weekend feel incredibly personal and unforgettable. The accommodation was also fantastic, the interior was so well fitted, immaculate and guests loved the experience of staying at the lodge and waking up surrounded by such incredible scenery.
The team at Mar Lodge from start to finish were incredibly welcoming, kind, professional, organised, and genuinely invested in making our day perfect. Every detail was handled so smoothly, allowing us to relax and enjoy every single moment without stress. Nothing ever felt like too much trouble, and the care and attention we received throughout the planning process and on the wedding day itself and the entire weekend was really first class.
From the Friday right through to the Monday, we honestly cannot thank the team enough for creating such an unforgettable weekend. EVERYTHING was exactly as we imagined and we would recommend Mar Lodge without hesitation to any couple looking for a truly magical wedding venue. -
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John Sent on 16/11/2025Inimitable Location and Staff
We had our wedding at Mar Lodge Estate in August. The grounds and the house are immaculately cared for. We rented two out of the four of the apartments in the main house; a 2 bedroom for us, and the large, multi-bedroom for our wedding guests. The rooms are spacious and most have bathrooms attached or across the hall. The kitchens have ample space to store food and prepare meals, and the living / dining area is equipped for many people to enjoy a meal or a night in together.
We had our ceremony in Linn of Quoich on Mar Lodge Estate, and were permitted to use Queen Victoria's Cottage for a light lunch. The area is incredible for photographs, and easily walkable from the nearby parking lot.
While the house, the location, and even the weather were fantastic, our wedding would not have gone so smoothly without the involvement of Sophie and Louise. Over our week staying at the lodge, they played the following roles, many of them unexpected, but not unappreciated; tour guide, kilt inspector, bridal attendant, photographer's assistant, steam cleaner, construction supervisor, champagne flute procurer, wedding dress complimenter, and, most appreciated, conversation partner. They had an immeasurable impact not only on our wedding day, but on the experience of each member of our group throughout our entire stay on the property.
If you are considering celebrating your wedding at Mar Lodge, consider no longer. You will have an unforgettable experience. -
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Carol Sent on 06/11/2025Dreamy wedding at Linn of Quoich
We chose this place mainly due to our family connection here, but it was also the most affordable option for us as we were already planning on a very small wedding with a separate venue for our reception near our home.
Our theme was of course nature based with lots of greens that fit perfectly into the environment. To make it truly on theme I made my own flower crown, braided our own handfasting ribbon and assembled a box for rings full of dried moss.
It just so happened that the weather on our date was absolutely fantastic - sunny and warm at the end of September (our photographer had an issue with his camera heating up, never had that happen in Scotland before). So the whole day was absolutely magical with sunshine, blooming heather and no wind. Our coordinator from Mar Lodge was Sophie, who did a great job helping us to the location and giving us enough space for the ceremony. She organized a transport in a buggy for two elderly guests who wouldn't have been able to walk up to the ceremony spot. Everyone else made their way up an easy trail from a nearby car park. There were signs posted near the trails asking visitors to be mindful of the ceremony. What we didn't expect though, was that in addition to the walking trails, there should have been signs in the river, too! We had a funny instance of a diver coming all the way down and ending up next to our ceremony in a full wetsuit. We were both quite stunned when we spotted each other, but thankfully the diver made a quiet exit back up the river with no disruptions.
Our ceremony happened just in time for the renovated Victoria picnic lodge to be available as a back up location in case of bad weather (which of course we ended up not needing). But it made for some amazing photography shots.
Truly amazing location and great communication with the venue! We both can't recommend it enough. -
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Abigail Sent on 25/10/2025Perfect Getaway for our Wedding Day
We recently had our wedding at Mar Lodge Estate in early October and we are still struggling to find the words to describe how perfect it was! There is so much flexibility within the lodge to map out how you wish your day to go. Ie. Ceremony, drinks and dinner locations. We had a small ceremony and dinner with less than 20 guests attending and we've been showered with compliments on the venue choice ever since.
There are multiple locations within the lodge and across the estate for photo opportunities our only regret was not having a day just to capture them all!
We originally had the intention of an outdoor ceremony and drinks reception but in true Scottish fashion the weather was a little chaotic. On the day of the wedding we relocated the ceremony into the drawing room with the support and guidance of Louise & Sophie. We than had the drinks reception to follow in the same room and main hall. Our wedding dinner was held in the dining room thereafter. There was plenty of room for guests to flow throughout and not feel confined to one area.
Mar Lodge is the perfect location if you are unsure how you wish to decorate for your day, and we kept our own minimal because we truly felt the location did more than enough for us, and the beauty of it spoke for itself.
We cannot begin to describe how thankful we are to Louise & Sophie. They truly kept us sane when having the usual wedding stress and were so attentive on the lead up to the wedding and on our special day. They are so approachable and make you feel like you are their biggest priority, even when they are juggling a hectic wedding season!
We would also like to say just how appreciative we were of the estate staff not directly involved in the wedding. With Storm Amy hitting the area overnight, they worked hard to clear the roads and access to the estate as soon as possible, which allowed our guests to utilise the driveway with the stunning run up to the lodge.
We can safely say we will be taking full advantage of the onsite accommodation in future and visiting the Lodge in the future. It definitely felt like a home away from home.
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Matilda Sent on 01/10/2025The Perfect Wedding Venue — Mar Lodge is a Hidden Gem
We couldn’t have asked for a more perfect wedding experience at Mar Lodge! From start to finish, the team made our day absolutely magical.
Every detail, from Friday night karaoke to Sunday’s BBQ and Highland Games, was full of laughter, fun, and unforgettable moments. The Lodge is astonishing, and the Stag Ballroom is a really special place to hold a wedding reception— we still can’t quite believe how lucky we were to get married there. This is a truly amazing wedding venue and a hidden gem.
Sophie and Louise and the whole team were incredible — so attentive and helpful throughout the entire weekend, making sure everything ran smoothly and that we felt completely supported. We can’t thank them enough for making our wedding so special! -
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Claire Sent on 08/08/2025
Everything we could have hoped for and more..
As soon as we were engaged we knew Mar Lodge, Braemar was a contender. We visited the property first and decided it was the place we wanted to get married. There was no need to visit anywhere else.
We chose a weekend to get married due to being able to have Mar Lodge for 3 nights. It gave us the chance to spend time with our families and friends without having to leave the next day or do everything the same day.
All our guests loved the location and stunning venue of our wedding. Some had visited before so Mar Lodge held special memories.
We cannot thank Louise and Sophie enough for all they did. They were always on hand to answer any questions, liaise with our suppliers and keep everything on time. Nothing was too much for them.
It was important our Dog Monty could be a big part of our wedding and Mar Lodge meant he could be. He was able to spend all day with us and our guests, it meant a lot to us.
We loved being able to use the Public Rooms and Walled Garden to host our family and friends. No matter if the sun is shining or it is pouring rain, the inside and outside spaces is ideal for entertaining.
Mar Lodge is very well priced considering all that is included. There were no hidden costs and excellent value for money. Mar Lodge has a room full of wedding accessories gifted and used by previous couples which we used and appreciated very much.
We used the Estate Grounds and got some of our photographs taken at Linn of Quoich - absolutely breath taking and an absolute must!
We would highly recommend Mar Lodge as a Wedding Venue due to the stunning setting, peaceful surroundings, fantastic accommodation and especially everyone who works at Mar Lodge, they really do go above and beyond to make the weekend memorable.
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