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Luxury self catering cottage with swimming pool in the grounds of a Monastery on Loch Ness

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A spacious hall with high ceilings and arched windows, featuring a ping pong table in the center.
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An indoor swimming pool with stone walls and arched windows.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Walkable and wonderful
    Guests love the walkable location for its easy access on foot.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Loch Ness
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Balcony or patio
  • Swimming pool
  • Internet access
  • Bathtub
  • Non-smoking

Explore the area

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Fort Augustus, Inverness-shire
  • Place, Loch Ness
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Fort Augustus Locks‎
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Clansman Centre
    ‪12 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Master bedroom

1 King Bed

Twin bedroom

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 2 - ground floor

Bathtub or shower

Ensuite bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

Luxury self catering cottage with swimming pool in the grounds of a Monastery on Loch Ness

Luxury two bed Cottage, in the grounds of a converted Benedictine Monastery, set in 20 acres of private gardens on the shores of Loch Ness. In the heart of the Highlands, this sympathetic conversion is an ideal base for exploring all that Scotland has to offer. Whether you are searching for outdoor adventure, or simply just want to unwind, this is the place to do it. From white-water rafting to whisky trails and ceilidh evenings, you'll quickly find that a week is just not long enough!

This cottage has a magnificent setting, with views overlooking the river Tarff to the rear of the cottage and the Abbey Church from its terrace. The bedrooms are comfortable with high quality mattresses and bedding to make your holiday truly restful. This cottage offers two good sized bedrooms and two bathrooms. Tastefully decorated with stylish furnishings and high specification fittings promise to make your stay memorable. The bright and spacious open plan living area has large patio doors leading out onto a terrace; there is also a wood burning stove to provide a cosy atmosphere during those Scottish evenings.

A welcome pack is provided. Our property manager will meet you on arrival and show you to your accommodation.

Facilities included are The BOATHOUSE RESTAURANT providing an idyllic setting on the shores of Loch Ness in which you can enjoy delicious, locally sourced food. The HIGHLAND CLUB SWIMMING POOL, SAUNA & STEAM ROOM. Within the stunning grounds OUTDOOR PICNIC TABLES AND BBQ'S are provided for guest use; TENNIS COURT, outdoor TABLE TENNIS, CROQUET LAWN, GIANT CHESS and CHILDRENS ADVENTURE PLAY AREA promise to keep everyone amused. The Monks refectory has been transformed into a CLUB LOUNGE with its oak panelled walls and stained glass windows, providing a sumptuous area to relax with friends or enjoy a game of SNOOKER (WIFI access available).

PROPERTY TYPE: Cottage - GROUND FLOOR WITH INTERNAL STAIRS
NEAREST AIRPORT: Inverness - 25 miles
NEAREST PUB: The Bothy - 2 minutes walk
NEAREST RESTAURANT: Boathouse Restaurant - 1 minutes walk
LOCAL ACTIVITES: Fishing Nearby, Golfing, Horse Riding, Skiing, Water sports, Walking
BEDROOMS: BEDROOM 1 Double Bedroom with king-size bed and ensuite on first floor. BEDROOM 2 spacious with WII console
BATHROOMS: Both bathrooms have showers. High quality fittings with power shower, heated towel rail and ceramic tiles to the walls and floors. Luxury complimentary toiletries are provided.
LOUNGE: Open plan lounge with flat screen TV and wood burning stove.
KITCHEN: Cooker, Hob, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine, Iron. The kitchen is fitted out to a very high specification and finished with granite work tops.
GENERAL: Central Heating, Telephone, High Quality Linen provided. A welcome pack is provided on arrival. Baby equipment provided at no extra charge.
DINING: Seating for 4. The dining area is bright open-plan area with patio doors out onto a terrace overlooking the Abbey Church. Garden furniture is provided - seating for 4.
ENTERTAINMENT: Satellite Free View TV, stereo, Board Games, Books, children’s toys and games.
COMMUNAL FACILITIES: Pool, Sauna & Steam Room, The Highland Club Lounge with snooker and WIFI, Extensive Gardens (20 acres), BBQ,Table Tennis, Tennis Court & Croquet. All equipment supplied by the concierge at no extra charge..
SUITABILITY: The is a very child friendly cottage. Suitable For Elderly, Sorry - No Smokers or pets

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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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 8619843
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Fort Augustus

Fort Augustus is home to this cottage. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Loch Ness and Allt na Criche, while Clansman Centre and Invergarry & Fort Augustus Railway Museum are cultural highlights.
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Fort Augustus, Inverness-shire

What's nearby

  • Loch Ness - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Fort Augustus Locks‎ - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Clansman Centre - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Urquhart Castle - 35 min drive - 36.0 km
  • Inverlochy Castle - 57 min drive - 63.9 km

Getting around

  • Roybridge Tulloch Station - 39 min drive
  • Inverness (INV) - 81 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Monster Fish & Chips LochNess Co. - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Bothy - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Cobb's Café - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Ripples - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Boathouse - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Luxury self catering cottage with swimming pool in the grounds of a Monastery on Loch Ness have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Luxury self catering cottage with swimming pool in the grounds of a Monastery on Loch Ness?

As of 9 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Luxury self catering cottage with swimming pool in the grounds of a Monastery on Loch Ness on 17 Dec 2026 start from AU$2,341, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Luxury self catering cottage with swimming pool in the grounds of a Monastery on Loch Ness pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Luxury self catering cottage with swimming pool in the grounds of a Monastery on Loch Ness?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxury self catering cottage with swimming pool in the grounds of a Monastery on Loch Ness?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Luxury self catering cottage with swimming pool in the grounds of a Monastery on Loch Ness located?

Situated in Fort Augustus, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Loch Ness, Fort Augustus Locks‎ and Clansman Centre. Allt na Criche is 1.7 mi (2.8 km) away.

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

8.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Christmas in Fort Augustus

Everything was really nice. We spend a lovely time during this week. The Highland Club is a lovely place to stay because of the pool, the gym, the snooker and the park... Inverness, the Glenfinnan and even the applecross pass are not very far away...
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great location to see the Highlands

My sister and I stayed in #10 for a week while we toured various areas in the Highlands. The town is lovely and easy to reach via a short walk. Luis was very helpful in getting us situated in our cottage and showing us the charm of Highland Club. We toured the area by day and enjoyed quiet evenings 'at home" in front of the fire - a peaceful and relaxing visit!
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Apr 2024
Thank you for taking the time to write a review. We hope you will stay on another occasion and take advantage of the Highland Club Direct repeat guest discount. Kind regards Joanne Nicholson
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Lovely stay in Fort Augustus

We enjoyed our stay very much. House was clean and comfortable, although a measuring jug and working tin opener would have been helpful! The facilities were good but hard to get a game of snooker as often busy. Having to book swimming in advance is understandable but meant we missed one slot due to a longer walk than planned.
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Apr 2024
Thank you for taking the time to write a review. We hope you will stay on another occasion and take advantage of the Highland Club Direct repeat guest discount. Kind regards Joanne Nicholson
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Visiting the Highlands

We loved the relaxing lovely setting. The ability to hang out and have time with friends in a nice home and places to walk about was wonderful. We did find it challenging to shower daily with 4 adults when the only shower was in a bathroom off a private bedroom. It would be helpful to put a shower in the downstairs bathroom for all to use. Even if it is just a modified faucet with a hanging shower hose. Thank you for letting us stay in such a wonderful spot.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A perfect break in a perfect location

7 of us came in two cottages for a break between Christmas and New Year. We had a great time, cottages were lovely and Cosy with everything you need. Beautiful setting, we all used the facilities, booking the gym and pool was straight forward and a great sized pool for going with family. We will definitely be back.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

It was great!

We loved the cottage. Really quiet and peaceful place. A short walk to the loch and the touristic spot. A supermarket and coffee places on walking distance. Good swimming pool for our kids (5-6). Just a good place to stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful apartment in beautiful location.

Cottage 10 is exactly as advertised. Very comfortable and clean. Great location. The Abbey grounds are beautiful; walk into town is very nice. And the walk from the Abbey along the South Loch Ness Trial is wonderful! Also, great location for day trips west to Isle of Skye and north to Inverness and beyond.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Delighted

Whole process excellent property as advertised Loch Ness is beautiful
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Sept 2021
Thank you for taking the time to write a review. We are delighted you had a wonderful holiday a hope you will take advantage of our repeat guest discount in the future. Kind regards Joanne Nicholson
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Fort Augustus cottage

Spacious cottage! Ideal location for exploring the local area...park your car at start of your break and walk.
Response from VrboOwner on 27 May 2022
Thank you for taking the time to write a review. What a good suggestion to leave the car and appreciate many of the local walks that can be enjoyed from Highland Club Direct properties. Pubs, shops and tourist attractions are all within easy walking distance. On site parking is free. Kind regards Joanne Nicholson Highland Club Direct
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Séjour de repos et de découvertes

Très bien située au bord du Loch Ness, nous avons apprécié de passer ces 10 jours dans cette propriété spacieuse qui offre toutes les commodités: deux chambres ( lit double un peu étroit cependant et à ressorts) ,terrasse, cheminée, four et frigo avec congélateur. Nous avons profité de la piscine, du spa et hammam, salle de sports de l'abbaye. Du thé et des gâteaux offerts à notre arrivée: merci!
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Mar 2020
Nous sommes ravis que vous ayez passé de merveilleuses vacances et profité de la multitude d'activités à faire au Highland Club, telles que les installations de spa, le tennis, etc. Merci d'avoir signalé l'excellent emplacement de votre propriété. Nous espérons que vous reviendrez bientôt et que vous profiterez de notre réduction pour les clients réguliers. Sincères amitiés Joanne
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Awesome!

My husband, teenage daughter and myself were broken hearted to leave Dalwhinnie Cottage after our 7 night stay. The accommodation was excellent, really comfortable and suited all our needs! The Highland Club and its central location to the village of Fort Augustus and the Caledonian Canal was just perfect for us - apart from a couple of daytrips to Fort William and Inverness - the car hardly moved as there was so much to do at this location. We also received a very warm welcome from Charles and found the other staff very friendly and helpful. We really can't wait to return back to Highland Club!
Response from VrboOwner on 22 May 2022
Thank you for taking the time to write a review. We are delighted you had a wonderful stay in Dalwhinnie Cottage. Thank you for pointing out how convenient the location is for many exciting day trips and that the on site facilities, swimming pool, tennis, Club Lounge all offered plenty to do without the need to travel anywhere if preferred. The location of The Highland Club on Loch Ness is truly unique. Both we as agents and the owners of these fabulous properties are working together to optimise your holiday experience. Kind regards Joanne Nicholson Highland Club Direct
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Beautiful Location

We were very pleased to find this location for our holiday. We were even more pleased when we arrived and found it was exactly as advertised. The Dalwhinnie Cottage is presented very well. The Abbey it self is beautifully presented. The grounds well kept and very pleasant. Will be recommending to both family and friends.
Response from VrboOwner on 30 May 2022
Thank you for taking the time to write a review. We are delighted you had a wonderful holiday and that Dalwhinnie Cottage exceeded expectation. Our cottages are located in the grounds of The Highland Club and are within meters of all the sports facilities. The added bonus of the cottages is they have a private terrace. In addition they also have a wood-burning stove which is particularly appealing during those cosy Scottish winter nights. We hope you will visit again soon and take advantage of our repeat guest discount. Kind regards Joanne Nicholson Highland Club Direct
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Nice stay

A welcoming atmosphere and a house with lots of facilities offers something for all types of Scottish weather.
Response from VrboOwner on 30 May 2022
Thank you for taking the time to reply we are delighted you had a lovely holiday and enjoyed both the area and your stay in Dalwhinnie Cottage. Kind regards Joanne Nicholson Highland Club Direct
Archival

10/10 Excellent

10/10

Beautiful place in a beautiful setting. A short walk from all the amenaties. Fort Augustus is a must visit. Our cottage was lovely and very clean. I downgraded slightly on condition as in a few areas inside the paint was coming away from walls. Also it stated it had a wii console, but we could not find it and it stated it had a tv in the bedroom which it did but it had no aerial so could only watch dvd's. would definitely visit again and would recommend highland club to everyone.
Archival

8/10 Good

spacious accommodation

Accommodation was spacious, comfortable and well equipped although the kitchen lacked sufficient work surfaces. A shower in the family bathroom would be beneficial. At present, the property is most suited to a family with small children. We had our teenage son with us so were all having to use the ensuite shower.

About the host

Hosted by Joanne Nicholson

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Built in 1876, The Benedictine Abbey that's now home to The Highland Club is one of the oldest buildings in Fort Augustus and one of the most stunning buildings around Loch Ness. For many years, Benedictine Monks ran the Abbey as a school. There are many recorded sightings of the Loch Ness Monster by the Monks over the years whilst they stayed there.

Why they chose this property

The Highland Club provides luxury self catering accommodation in the Highlands of Scotland. This holiday destination is an ideal way to experience the best that Scotland has to offer for both young and old.

What makes this property unique

The Highland Club is just 40 minutes from Inverness and Inverness Airport, making it convenient to fly for a rejuvenating weekend break.

The location allows traffic free access to Aonach Mor ski area during the winter months and year round access to the Highlands and all the local outdoor/adventure sports. The beautiful beaches of the West Coast of Scotland can be found about an hour away with easy access to Isle of Skye across the new bridge at Kyle of Lochalsh. To the East there are several beaches in the Dornoch/Black Isle area. Whisky Distilleries are in all directions, while for the children, the Hogwarts Express is a train that runs along the valley where Harry Potter was filmed. The nearby ruins of Urquhart Castle, Cawdor Castle and the world famous Eilean Donan Castle are all within an hour's drive. Not forgetting the Loch Ness Visitor's Centre and the monster itself....

Whether you are looking to have a family holiday on Loch Ness, or you want a romantic weekend break for two, The Highland Club
is in the perfect location to offer something for everyone, whether you want to soak in the area's history, go on an adventure, or stay warm and dry, there are activities for everyone.

When you stay at The Highland Club, you have access to our extensive range of indoor and outdoor facilities, including:

Swimming pool
Sauna
Steam room
Tennis court
Gym
BBQ Area
Billiard table
Table Tennis
Archery and other activities

Languages:

English, French

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