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Scottish Highland Cottages "The Old Police House" Daviot, Inverness

Family-friendly cottage in Inverness

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The Old Police House
Exterior
View North with Daviot Historic church
Outside Dining with views
Dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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  • Place, Clava Cairns
  • Place, Culloden Battlefield
  • Place, Inverness Castle
  • Airport, Inverness (INV)

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Scottish Highland Cottages "The Old Police House" Daviot, Inverness

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The Old Police house is situated in the historic valley of Strathnairn 5 miles from Inverness. A fantastic location for visiting The Highlands and The Cairngorm National Park.
The cottage is Family, wheelchair and dog friendly Holiday Cottage to make your stay relaxing and fun. 3 good sized bedrooms all with built in wardrobes 3 Spacious Bathrooms including a walk in wet room. The house has full oil central heating.


Well Behaved dogs are permitted (please enquire) bedding, bowls, towels and a first aid kit are provided please read the rules for dogs.
Highchair and travel cot are available safety gates are standard.


Ground floor
Cosy spacious lounge with wood burning stove and dining for 6 in the bay window with stunning views and wildlife. There are patio doors out to the garden.
The Ground floor also has a Spacious bedroom which can be either a twin or super king size bed, Built in wardrobes with storage, Hairdryer
Good sized shower room with heated towel rail, WC and sink
Kitchen with microwave, single oven, hob, fridge freezer with table and seating for 6 with well stocked cupboards and essentials such as dishwashing tablets, washing liquid, condiments etc.
Spacious Utility room with clothes pulley, Washing machine and tumble dryer. Also a walk in wet room/drying room. Washing liquid is supplied
Free WIFI
Large TV with miracast
A games cupboard with family games, books and toys for children.


Upper Floor
2 Spacious bedrooms with twin beds again either superking beds or twin beds. Built in wardrobes, plenty of storage and Hairdryer
Main Bathroom with large bath and over bath shower heated towel rail.
Safety gate if required.


Large secure garden
Covered gazebo to the rear of the house with seating for 6. This is a cosy suntrap in the summer and perfect for having breakfast or an evening BBQ
Dining area to the front of the house with seating for 6. This has stunning sunny views North to the historic Daviot Church and South through the valley, fields and hills. Perfect and relaxing for watching the sun set over the hill with deer in the fields and Buzzards and Red Kites soaring above also a wood burning chimera.
Fenced garden lowest point being 1.4m Driveway gates.
Driveway with ample parking


The Cairngorm National Park is 15 minutes away with skiing, walking and watersports.

Inverness airport is only 12 miles, Inverness is 10 minutes where you will find the main rail links, a car is essential, Loch Ness is 12 miles.

Excellent for Skiing, golfing, fishing, walking, cycling, photography, beaches, Historic place, woodlands, horse riding, Archery, quads etc...lots to do, lots to see in every season.

Available for Families, Groups or couples.
Rules for dogs....Up to 2 dogs allowed please enquire for details
Dogs must not be left in the cottage on their own, I have dog crates available.
Dogs must be dried off before entering the cottage, There is a wet room off the utility room at the back door Towels etc are provided.
All dog mess must be picked up from the garden and surrounding areas.

A fantastic relaxing Cottage awaits.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 3 total)
Please contact if you would like to bring your pet
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Extra Guests and pets are not permitted.
Entertaining extra guests at the cottage is not permitted (parties)
Please contact regarding size and number of pets staying at the cottage

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number HI-50608-F

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Inverness

Located in Inverness, this cottage is in a rural area. Tazball Paintball & Lazer Combat Arena and Uilebheist Distillery & Brewery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Cairngorms National Park and Merkinch Local Nature Reserve. Travelling with kids? Consider Inverness Botanic Gardens, or check out an event or a game at Caledonian Stadium. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Inverness, SCT

What's nearby

  • Clava Cairns - 6 min drive - 8.9 km
  • Culloden Battlefield - 8 min drive - 10.1 km
  • Eastgate Shopping Centre - 8 min drive - 12.6 km
  • Inverness Castle - 9 min drive - 12.3 km
  • Inverness Cathedral - 10 min drive - 12.6 km

Getting around

  • Inverness Station - 15 min drive
  • Inverness (INV) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Raigmore Coffee Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Fluke - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Three Witches - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Scottish Highland Cottages "The Old Police House" Daviot, Inverness pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total).

How much is parking at Scottish Highland Cottages "The Old Police House" Daviot, Inverness?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Scottish Highland Cottages "The Old Police House" Daviot, Inverness?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Scottish Highland Cottages "The Old Police House" Daviot, Inverness?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Scottish Highland Cottages "The Old Police House" Daviot, Inverness located?

Located in a rural location, this family-friendly cottage is within 6 mi (10 km) of Clava Cairns, Tazball Paintball & Lazer Combat Arena, and Isle of Moy. Eilean nan Clach and Culloden Battlefield are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Devon S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The old police house was easy to find and at a great locations. The host responded asap when sent messages and the place itself was beautiful and very comfy.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was absolutely wonderful! Thank you :)
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helen R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were in Scotland with my young children and parents for 12 nights, and our 4 nights at the Old Police House were by far the most enjoyable. It is beautiful, comfortable and in a great location. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Corinne B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, well situated, super cute. Host was very communicative. Would recommend to anyone.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely location. House was spotless. Very comfy. Susan was very helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judi L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay! Perfect and roomie for a family of 6 adults
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ken S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property complimented the Highland scenery and was located in a great spot for sight seeing and relaxation.The house has everything a guest could want and the host was very responsive and friendly.The "Old Police House" was a fabulous choice for a family and we would love to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tammy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exceptional!!!!!!! If I could I would give this place 100 stars! Best vacation home we have ever stayed in and we have stayed in a lot! I want to go back! Every detail of this house was given so much thought! Clean, enough hot water for us, like new furniture, the beds were so comfortable, new everything! Our host was so great and so helpful! This home was lovely and cozy and comfortable we didn’t want to leave! In such a lovely area!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful, spacious, clean, and wonderful location for our time in Inverness. Susan was the best host yet! She had great suggestions for meals and places to visit. Would definitely recommend!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claire S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home is well cared for and comfortable. The kitchen is equipped with everything we needed. It's beautiful! A few portable fans would be nice for the bedrooms.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing property! Susan took care of all the things you need for a great experience. Location was perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terri M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

This was a wonderful home base

Check in was very easy. The kitchen was great it had everything we needed to cook meals when we eat in. Nice and clean and very beautiful decor. Outside area was very nice as well. Just outside the city so you could get to Inverness but a nice quite country home.
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cottage is spacious, immaculately clean, and a great spot for us to explore Cairngorms & beyond. Well appointed. 3 bedrooms all king size beds. kitchen has all the tools. Susan is a terrific host.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was spotless, kitchen well appointed, beds soft and host very responsive. We arrived before Storm Amy and lost power before bedtime. Our host Susan made sure to check on us and make sure we were fine. There was still no power early afternoon the next day and when we made the decision to move accommodations Susan made sure to talk to VRBO and make sure we got two of our three night reservation refunded. Lastly we were using the washer when the power went out and she helped us figure out how to get the washer opened/unlocked and our clothes returned before we left! What an awesome host!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for a family

This house was absolutely perfect for our group of 6- 2 grandparents, 2 parents, and 2 kids. It’s charming and cozy and the perfect home base for adventures in the highlands. One member of our group fell at a restaurant and spent the rest of our stay in a wheelchair. The house is very accessible and Susan was incredibly accommodating and responsive. Would stay here again in a heartbeat!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Favorite place

We loved the Old Police House. Beautifully redone by the lovely landlord, Susan, who was helpful and friendly. Perfect location for visiting Inverness and the surrounding area!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mairgareth C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just wonderful!

Our stay at the "Old Police House" was fantastic! The home was very comfortable and the kitchen was wonderful to cook meals in. The location was also great - nice and quiet, but close to so many things for sightseeing around Inverness. Communication and coordination leading up to the rental was also very smooth and easy. We didn't want to leave and definitely would recommend this to anyone looking for a comfortable home base from which to explore the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Günther K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Old Police House

Very nice House and a friendly landlady. The kitchen equipment was okay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dave B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Stay!

Great place, great host, great location. Highly recommend this property!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorri B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful accommodations and host.

Susan, our host, has given a lot of thought about comfort for her guests. She is amazing, and helped us after we were in a car accident. The home is tastefully appointed and in a serene location near Inverness. I would highly recommend staying here. I particularly liked the first floor walk-in shower, and having a working washer and dryer was very nice.helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable cottage

Comfortable and great location for exploring the area!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Randy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Splendid Visit

The house was great! Susan was super accomodating and available.If we ever find ourselves back to Inverness, we would absolutely stay at the "Old Police House" again!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Estella F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Warm & Welcoming

We had a wonderful stay at this charming Scottish home! The house was beautifully quaint with plenty of character, yet offered all the modern comforts we needed. There was tons of space for our group to spread out, and having multiple bathrooms was a total game-changer—no waiting around in the mornings! Everything was clean, cozy, and well-stocked, and the peaceful surroundings made it feel like a true getaway. Such a great location too! So close to Inverness, the airport, and quick access to lots of great sites.Highly recommend for families or groups looking for a relaxing and spacious stay in Scotland!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

thomas k.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice House

Good stay
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erika T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful cottage

This is an absolutely lovely cottage with everything you could possibly need to ensure a comfortable and enjoyable stay. The beds are very comfortable and the house is so cosy. Susan is a fantastic host and was so helpful. She provided a dog crate which we were incredibly grateful for as it saved a lot of space in the car. The location is great as it’s incredibly peaceful with lovely views but a large Tesco (along with lots of restaurants and bowling etc) are less than 15 minutes away. I would highly recommend staying in this house.
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2025

About the host

Hosted by Susan

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I moved to Daviot in 2006 and had a family, the boys are now 13,13,15
Living next door to the Old Police House and watching it decay and ruin we decided to save the property and bought it...Then started to renovate the house, with a holiday cottage in mind...we had a good team of builders, stonemason's and joiners. The project took 18 month to complete and is now an amazing home.

Why they chose this property

The Old Police House was in a state of Disrepair and living next door It was the prime opportunity to do something with it and turn it in to a holiday cottage.

What makes this property unique

The History of the house was fascinating as it started around 1880 as a local grocers shop then around 1945 it was auctioned to the police where the local Bobby stayed and looked after Daviot and Strathnairn. It was then used by a local housing association and was not looked after very well...Then we transformed it to how it is today.

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